McAllen Residents Urged to Protect Pipes to Avoid Freezing, Interruption of Water Service
McAllen Public Utility is encouraging residents to protect pipes from freezing. There is no interruption of water services; however, residents who are experiencing an interruption of water, the problem likely stems from frozen pipes.
2 million Texas households without power as massive winter storm drives demand for electricity
The state’s electric grid operator lost control of the power supply Monday morning as 2 million Texas households didn't have heat or other electric appliances working at home as a massive winter storm delivered freezing temperatures across the state.
Governor Abbott Announces Approval Of Federal Emergency Declaration For Severe Winter Weather
AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the White House has issued a Federal Emergency Declaration for Texas in response to the severe winter weather throughout the state. The Governor submitted a request for this declaration on Saturday to assist the State in response efforts related to the storm.
McAllen ISD students will learn 100% remotely again on Tuesday. Attached is notice sent...
ALERT: Freezing temperature forecasts for tonight and early Tuesday morning are expected to significantly increase the demand for electricity which could result in power outages at some McAllen ISD campuses (as we have already experienced today).
McAllen Residents Urged to Find Shelter as Temperatures Expected to Continue to Plummet
Texas Border Business City of McAllen officials are urging McAllen residents who need warm shelter to make plans as temperatures are expected to continue to...
Edinburg CISD announces winners of virtual district spelling bee
EDINBURG – The Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District recently announced the winners of its 28th Annual District Spelling Bee 2021, which was conducted virtually for the first time.
Bert Ogden Electric Cadillac Dealership Topping Out Event, a Milestone
On January 14, 2021, the Bert Ogden Auto Group celebrated the Bert Ogden Electric Cadillac Dealership topping out Edinburg event.
Sens. Cruz, Cotton, Colleagues Warn President Biden of Immigration Crisis, Health Risks
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today joined Sens. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Mike Lee (R-Utah), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), John Thune (R-S.D.), and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) in sending a letter urging President Biden to reassess and reverse his executive actions on immigration
Doug Stone Celebrates 10 Million Albums Sold Worldwide
Doug Stone, 90’s country-hitmaker, was recently awarded a plaque to commemorate 10 million albums sold worldwide, including multiple RIAA gold and platinum certifications.
PSJA ISD elementary nominated as a 2021 National Blue Ribbon School
Zeferino Farias Elementary in Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD (PSJA ISD) has been nominated as a 2021 National Blue Ribbon School for closing achievement gaps. The school is one of 26 Texas schools nominated for this prestigious recognition.
























