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RGV Agents Locate Shooting Victims

HIDALGO, Texas – Five migrants suffering from gunshot wounds were encountered on the banks of the Rio Grande. The incident is indicative of the dangers migrants face while undertaking the journey into the United States.

Amid redistricting, rural Texas must stick together

The Texas landscape today is changing quicker than ever. According to recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau, an estimated 1,000 people per day are added to the state’s population. About half are natural increases due to the birth rate exceeding the death rate, but the other half migrate from outside the state.

VAMOS 25th Anniversary Was a Historic Celebration and a Victory to Remember

VAMOS is a dream come true for graduating high school seniors of the Rio Grande Valley. This organization strives to secure funding and options for a four-year high-end college education.
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Cuellar, Comer Introduce Bipartisan Bill Allowing Home Recovery for Medicare Patients

Texas Border Business Washington, DC - U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) and Congressman James Comer (KY-1) introduced the Choose Home Care Act of 2021. This bipartisan...

Are You Addicted to Technology?

Newswise — During the COVID-19 shutdown, many people increasingly turned to technology for entertainment and information, a trend that raises concerns about an increase in technology addiction.

College recognized in City of Brownsville proclamation recognizing astronomical research

BROWNSVILLE, Texas – UTRGV has been acknowledged in an official proclamation by the City Commission of Brownsville for its efforts to study the stars and for its multiple contributions to the fields of space, science and astronomy.

Teacher selected among state’s top performers

A McAllen ISD teacher is being recognized at a statewide level for helping her students master the English language.

Logistics students recognized by Laredo Licensed U.S. Customs Brokers Association

During its monthly meeting, the Laredo Licensed U.S. Customs Brokers Association (LLUSCBA) announced the recognition of Laredo College logistics students, including 17 dual-enrolled students at United South High School, that recently graduated from the National Education Institute Program as Certified Customs Specialists.

BCIC Receives GOLD Award from IEDC

Washington, DC — The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation won a Gold Rank for its StartUp Texas Program, a project in the Entrepreneurship category of the 2021 Excellence in Economic Development Awards Program. The BCIC team was presented with the honor at the awards ceremony during the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) Annual Conference in Nashville, Tennessee.

Women’s Volleyball Wins Thriller at Abilene Christian

Texas Border Business ABILENE â€“ The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Vaqueros volleyball team came back from a 1-2 deficit to beat the Abilene Christian University...

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