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Winter Texan Wednesday: Spanish Land Grants and Roots in Texas

Winter Texans, retirees and those interested in the region’s history are invited to participate in “Winter Texan Wednesday: Spanish Land Grants and Roots in Texas”

115th Congress in Review: Cornyn Highlights Achievements for Texas

“The past two years have been an unmitigated success for the country. We've delivered on promises we made." Senator John Cornyn (R-TX)
Pharr native and UTRGV alumna Sarah Nicole Zepeda is one of three rookies on the Houston Rockets Power Dance team for the 2018-2019 season. Zepeda was selected from more than 100 women who tried out for just 11 spots this summer. Zepeda graduated from UTRGV in December 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in English and a minor in communication. (Courtesy Photo)

UTRGV Alumna Soars to Success as Member of World- Famous Houston Rockets Power Dancers

When the Houston Rockets kicked off the season in October, Pharr native and UTRGV alumna Sarah Nicole Zepeda hit the court for the first time as a Rockets Power Dancer (RPD) for the NBA team.
Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) meets with the Laredo Border Patrol Sector, Local 2455 to discuss the government shutdown on December 27th in Laredo, Texas. Pictured from left: Secretary of Laredo Local 2455 Sergio Buriano, Congressman Henry Cuellar, President of Laredo Local 2455 Hector Garza and Health & Safety Director of Laredo Local 2455 Francisco Villarreal.

Rep. Cuellar Supports Legislative Package that will Reopen Federal Government and End Trump Shutdown

Congressman Cuellar (TX-28) will support a legislative package that will be considered by the U.S. House of Representatives, which will reopen the federal government and end the Trump Shutdown.

PSJA ISD awarded over $200K Meadows Foundation Grant for new teacher support  

Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD in partnership with the New Teacher Center was recently awarded a $216,500 grant for new teacher support services.
Texas State Gov. Greg Abbott during a recent visit to the Rio Grande Valley.

Governor Abbott Brings the Small Business Conference to Edinburg

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Governor’s Small Business Conference in South Texas will take place in the City of Edinburg.

UTRGV, PSJA ISD, Harlingen CISD awarded nearly $100K for bilingual enrichment courses 

Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) recently announced that the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in partnership with Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD and Harlingen CISD have been awarded a $99,991 grant by the National Endowment of the Humanities

1 Million Cups (1MC) is back again to McAllen

1MC McAllen is a free program where the community connects with entrepreneurs. Coffee is provided while we engage in a 6-minute presentation followed by 20 minutes of Q&A with two local entrepreneurs!

Ellie Torres takes over Precinct 4 at Hidalgo County

Ellie Torres officially became Hidalgo County Commissioner Precinct 4. Congressman Vicente Gonzalez administered the oath of office. The ceremony brought together hundreds of people to witness such an important event for Precinct 4 and Hidalgo County, which is a region considered a leader in population growth and progress in South Texas.

Weslaco Beautiful selects Weslaco ISD for Commercial Beautification Award

Weslaco Beautiful, a committee of the Weslaco Chamber of Commerce, selected Weslaco Independent School District as its latest Commercial Beautification Award recipient.

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