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McAllen
Tuesday, March 10th, 2026
Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hidalgo Borderfest 2026 begins on Thursday, Mar. 12 at Payne Arena (it runs through Mar. 15) and promises a lively celebration for the community. KRGV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz held a press conference today at the El Valle Detention Facility in Raymondville to address the detention of 18-year-old Antonio Gamez-Cuellar, a member of McAllen High School's Mariachi Oro group held separately per policy. KRGV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ DHR Health opened a new $16.7 million medical campus in Rio Grande City on March 5 — the first site in Starr County to offer advanced specialty care, clinical research, and a family medicine residency program. KRGV
- ➤ A $384,000 grant will help launch a new veterinary training program to increase spay & neuter services across the Rio Grande Valley. The program, led by Be. Spay/Neuter Consulting, aims to ease wait times at local clinics and reduce accidental litters. KRGV
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The Beatles Candlemusic Concert
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Celestial Room — $45.00-$65.00 — Experience the enchanting melodies of The Beatles performed by a string quartet amidst a thousand flickering candles.
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Protect Your Child from Cyberbullying
12 p.m. — McAllen Public Library — Free entry — Learn to safeguard your child against the dangers and signs of cyberbullying during this informative workshop.
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Viva La Musica!
7:30-10:30 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fantastic performance by the McAllen Wind Ensemble at this classical music concert.
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