Please be advised that there will be a street closure to allow for McAllen Public Works to do maintenance repair work caused by a sink hole.   

All throughout the pandemic, South Texas College has stepped up as the primary source of assistance for community members in Starr County. 

The Biden administration has begun flying Central American families expelled from the United States deep into Mexico as authorities encounter more families and unaccompanied children at the U.S.-Mexico border, a American official said Friday.

Rio Grande Valley Border Patrol agents successfully disrupt three human smuggling incidents across the Rio Grande Valley.

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.