PHARR, Texas – The Terracon Foundation announced a $5,000 university grant to the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) to support full-time, master’s-level engineering students to relieve some of the financial burden of college for them and their families.

NASHVILLE, TN - Country music trio Chapel Hart announces the release of their long-awaited second album ‘The Girls Are Back in Town’ while continuing their musical journey, bringing traditional vibes to modern country music. Scheduled for release on August 28, the album features the group’s soaring vocals and gorgeous harmonies.

McAllen, TX— The International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) is hosting a Back to School weekend Friday, August 13, through Sunday, August 15 in partnership with McAllen Public Utility. This weekend-long event is being held in honor of active duty military families. Blue Star Back to School Weekend is supported by a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts.

The Hidalgo County Water Improvement District No. 3 ("District") continues to prove it is an unnecessary layer of government that has outgrown its purpose. To the detriment of McAllen residents, the District will increase rates for the water it provides the McAllen Public Utility ("Utility "), effective September 1, 2021.

EDINBURG, TX – On the heels of several local initiatives to manage the growing numbers of asylum seekers and other immigrants in our community, Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez praised our often-forgotten local immigration officials for their dedication and professionalism.

Nashville, TN– Country music star Ronnie McDowell will release four of his albums featuring more than 40 songs to all major streaming platforms today.

EDINBURG, TX - The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce (ECC) Public Affairs Committee, headed by Mario Lizcano (ECC Vice President of Public Affairs) and Ronnie Larralde (ECC- President) will present a Legislative Briefing Breakfast. The chamber welcomes area leaders to attend the discussion scheduled for Friday, August 20, 2021 at 9 A.M.

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Cari Starritt-Burnett as Judge of the 169th Judicial District Court in Bell County for a term set to expire on December 31, 2022, or until her successor shall be duly elected and qualified.

LAREDO, Texas – Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents continue to encounter undocumented individuals using grain hopper railcars during their dangerous journey traversing through the United States.

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Steve Smith to the Tenth Court of Appeals for a term set to expire on December 31, 2022, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.