The driver, a 16-year-old U.S. citizen, was turned over to state and local authorities for prosecution and the passenger, an 18-year-old citizen of Mexico, was processed for an expedited removal and returned to Mexico.

TWO Rio Grande Valley-area finalists will showcase their product on August 23rd-24th before a panel of judges to stake a winning claim in the ninth annual competition.

“We are most grateful to Barbara and Coach Kruger for their impactful support."

For more information on the Latina Leadership conference sponsorship and ticket information call the RGV Hispanic Chamber at 928.0060 or visit the website at www.rgvhcc.org.

For sponsorship or ticket information call the RGV Hispanic chamber at 928-0060 or visit their website at www.rgvhcc.org to purchase your tickets.

Not even three years have passed since this project was the subject of only conversation by Joaquin Spamer, President, and founder of Commodities Integrated Logistics (CIL), and Victor Perez, President/CEO of the Pharr Economic Development Corp.

The debate will be available in every media market, and on Spanish language stations throughout Texas.

City of McAllen Stands Together in Aid to Nuevo Leon, Mexico

“CBP enforces laws and regulations from many state and federal organizations, exotic reptiles and insects are a rare find and we rely on our law enforcement partners to assist with such findings,” said Port Director Carlos Rodriguez, Hidalgo/Pharr/Anzalduas Port of Entry.

Citizens are encouraged to report suspicious activity to the U.S. Border Patrol while remaining anonymous by calling 1-800-635-2509.