Mission CISD Volunteers Prepare Over 1,000 Backpacks for Back-to-School Bash
Mission CISD students, staff and teachers came together to help prepare for the 2026 Mission CISD Back-to-School Bash by packing more than 1,000 backpacks with school supplies for district students.
TxDOT, CCRMA Seek Public Input on Proposed FM 1846 Widening Project in San Benito
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) in cooperation with the Cameron County Regional Mobility Authority (CCRMA) and the City of San Benito will host a virtual public meeting with an in-person option to discuss and gather input on proposed improvements to FM 1846 (Oscar Williams Road), in Cameron County.
Governor Surveys Flood-Damaged Areas, Provides Update On Texas’ Severe Weather Response
Governor Greg Abbott surveyed flood-damaged communities by helicopter and provided an update on Texas’ ongoing response to severe floods that impacted large parts of the state last week.Â
Medal of Honor Monday: Army 2nd Lt. Robert Craig
Army 2nd Lt. Robert Craig was an infantryman during World War II. He posthumously received the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions in Sicily during Operation Husky.Â
CBP Officers Intercept 22.4 Kilograms of Fentanyl at Presidio Port of Entry
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized 22.4 kilograms of fentanyl at the Presidio, Texas Port of Entry on July 15.
Congressman Gonzalez Introduces Hands Off Our Boca Chica Beach Act
Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34) introduced the Hands off Our Boca Chica Beach Act to federally protect the historic site from unnecessary name changes.
Pharr EDC Launches Digital Facade Initiative to Help Local Businesses Strengthen Their Online Presence
The Pharr Economic Development Corporation (Pharr EDC) is proud to announce the launch of its Digital Facade Initiative, a new program designed to help local businesses improve their online visibility, strengthen their digital presence, and ensure customers can easily find accurate information about their products and services.
Harlingen Native Helps Power U.S. Navy Fighter Jet Missions
Every sailor’s story of naval service is unique. For Chief Petty Officer Jeffery Huerta, this story has ties to Harlingen, Texas, where Huerta’s mother resides.
Conviction Handed Down in Human Smuggling and Extortion Plot
A 26-year-old Bacliff resident has been convicted of kidnapping and hostage taking as well as harboring an illegal alien and conspiracy to do so. Â
Rick Salinas Announces Bid for Mayor of Mission
Local attorney Ricardo "Rick" Salinas will officially file his paperwork to run for Mayor of Mission on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM at Mission City Hall. Salinas launches his platform centered on fiscal responsibility, affordability, and total transparency.
