Texas Border Business It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Brownsville and Cameron County native, Kris Kristofferson. Kristofferson was a man of many noteworthy talents and contributions including being a Rhodes Scholar, Golden Gloves boxer, Army Ranger and award-winning singer- and actor. Kris Kristofferson was born June 22, 1936, in Brownsville, Texas to a military family. It was in Brownsville at the ageof … Continue reading Remembering Kris Kristofferson