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STC Student Advocates for Students With Disabilities

For 26-year-old South Texas College student Neftali Medina, the road to higher education has been filled with self-doubt, long nights, moments of uncertainty and the quiet fear that maybe college was not meant for someone like him.

State Health Agency Recognizes Profound Autism Awareness Day on March 17th 

Texas Border Business AUSTIN – The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is observing Profound Autism Awareness Day on March 17 by providing information on supportive...

Edinburg Man Sentenced to 18 Years for Child Exploitation Offenses

Texas Border Business U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of Texas McALLEN, Texas – A 36-year-old South Texas resident has been sent to prison after sexting with a...

CBP Officers Recover 39 Smuggled Pythons During World Trade Bridge Inspection

Texas Border Business LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers conducting outbound operations intercepted 39 live pythons hidden within a tractor. “The...

Community Health Fair at Sekula Memorial Library in Edinburg, March 21st

The Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library invites the community to its 6th Annual Community Health Fair, a free event focused on promoting wellness, prevention, and access to local health resources.

RGV Hispanic Chamber Honors 2026 Women of Distinction 

The Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosted a sold-out Hats Off to Women of Distinction Awards & Business Expo on March 5, honoring women whose leadership and service are shaping communities across the Rio Grande Valley.

Roxanne Lerma Orchestrates a Powerful Leadership Conversation

Roxanne Lerma, Director of Communications and Media for the City of Edinburg, moderated the city’s “Women Leading with Purpose” luncheon on March 9, 2026, guiding a panel discussion on leadership, challenges, and professional growth.

Murder Investigation Leads to Federal Drug and Firearms Charges Against Houston Man

Texas Border Business U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of Texas HOUSTON – A 49-year-old Houston resident is now facing federal charges for possession with intent to distribute...

Americas Flag Football Championship Texas Elevates McAllen to the Global Stage 

Texas Border Business Flag football is rapidly gaining recognition across the Americas for its speed, accessibility, and power to connect communities. The City of McAllen in collaboration...

Governor Abbott Launches Texas Jobs Council

Governor Greg Abbott launched the Texas Jobs Council, a new advisory board to strengthen Texas' workforce development initiatives and ensure Texans are prepared to fill the state's growing number of high-demand jobs, following the Council's inaugural meeting at the Governor's Mansion. 

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