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McAllen
Tuesday, February 18th, 2025
Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Emily's Meals, initiated by Emily Aguirre at age 6, marks its 10th anniversary, making 13,800 meals yearly for the homeless in McAllen, Mission, and Pharr. KRGV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Pharr police reported no major injuries from a two-vehicle crash on Monday night, with traffic lanes reopening soon after cleanup. ValleyCentral.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 22-year-old Weslaco man, Humberto Garza, will be arraigned for a hit-and-run accident that resulted in the death of a bicyclist in September 2023. KRGV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center in Maryland is organizing a 65-mile, seven-day walk along the Southern Underground Railroad to highlight lesser-known aspects of Rio Grande Valley history, including stops at significant African American historical sites. KRGV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ South Texas College initiates one of the country's first nursing apprenticeship programs to address the local nursing shortage, offering students paid clinical experience while they earn their degrees. KRGV
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2nd Annual Dobie Dash 5K at Dorothea Brown Middle School
The Dobie Dash 5K is a community-focused walk/run event aimed at supporting the Dobie family of Dorothea Brown Middle School, welcoming participants from the local area.
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Circus Vazquez at Palms Crossing
Circus Vazquez will perform live at Palms Crossing, offering an entertaining experience for attendees.
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Juan Son Concert at Cine El Rey
Juan Son will be performing live at Cine El Rey in McAllen, Texas.
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Valley Symphony Orchestra: The Phantom & The Best of Opera
The Valley Symphony Orchestra presents a grand concert featuring iconic works from legendary composers including Wagner, Puccini, and Webber at the McAllen Performing Arts Center.
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Circus Vazquez Performance at Palms Crossing
Circus Vazquez will be showcasing a live performance at Palms Crossing in McAllen, Texas.
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World Ballet Company Presents: The Great Gatsby
Experience the World Ballet Company's grand adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic 'The Great Gatsby', featuring over 40 talented dancers, stunning costumes, and creative sets at the McAllen Performing Arts Center.
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Hats Off to Women of Distinction 2025
The Hats Off to Women of Distinction Dinner & Expo celebrates accomplished businesswomen and provides networking opportunities along with curated shopping experiences.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Mark Caine
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