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Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
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Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ McAllen police investigated a fatal two-vehicle crash on the 3200 block of S. Ware Rd before 2 p.m. Tuesday that claimed the life of a 40-year-old U.S. Border Patrol agent from Mission while occupants of the second vehicle were taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries — Border Patrol spokesperson Christina Smallwood confirmed the agent was on his way to work. ValleyCentral.com
- ➤ A truck rolled over on the 4000 block of East Frontage Road in Weslaco this afternoon+ leaving its driver injured and in hospital while police investigate the cause of the single-vehicle crash. Fox Rio Grande Valley
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A criminal complaint stated that Jorge Enrique Saldana-Gonzalez allegedly shot and killed his ex-girlfriend at Sandra's Bar in Alamo on Saturday after seeing her hug another man, and he was arrested in Edinburg after officers discovered his gray Ford F-150 at a nearby residence. KRGV
- ➤ Jose Maria Mendoza surrendered to McAllen police on Monday after being wanted for a burglary at a residence on the 3000 block of Business 83 on April 3 and remains in custody pending arraignment for first degree burglary of habitation—another suspect is also under investigation. KRGV
- ➤ Police said that 43-year-old Jorge Enrique Saldana-Gonzalez confessed to fatally shooting a woman inside the Alamo bar over the weekend as surveillance footage captured the chaos and he was charged with first-degree murder. Fox Rio Grande Valley
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ RioPlex is hosting the Texas Port to the Stars FDI Summit with a reception today at the Westin Galleria and panel discussions on April 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez said the summit will help show the region's assets — international bridges, airports, sea ports and a medical school — to potential foreign investors. Rio Grande Guardian
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ BCFS Health and Human Services in Harlingen will host an event on April 11 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Family Resource Center at 2202 S. 77 Sunshine Strip to raise child abuse awareness and prevention. The event will offer activities for children, including a McDonald’s play van + petting zoo + mobile pregnancy unit offering free sonograms, while vendors provide information on healthcare, mental health, education, and childcare resources with no registration required. ValleyCentral.com
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34th Annual Home & Garden Show
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — McAllen Convention Center — Free entry — Explore the latest in home and garden trends at this vibrant community showcase.
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The Power of Forever - McAllen, Texas
1-3 p.m. — Holiday Inn Express & Suites McAllen — Free entry — A two-part event showcasing Forever Living products and providing training for existing FBOs on updates.
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Caffeine for a Cause: Foster Care Pop-up
3 PM — Village of Westlakes — Free entry — Enjoy local goods while supporting foster care initiatives.
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Comedy Night at The Thirsty Monkey
9:00 – 11:30 PM — Thirsty Monkey — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughs with top comedians at McAllen's favorite venue.
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Bardo Pond Concert in McAllen
7-10 p.m. — The Gremlin — No Refunds — Chicano Batman frontman, Bardo, hits the stage for a night of vibrant music in RGV.
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Administrative Professionals’ Day Luncheon
11 AM – 1 PM — McAllen Convention Center — Registration required — Celebrate the vital role of administrative professionals in the workplace.
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South Texas Comic Con
11 a.m. – 7 p.m. — McAllen Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 10 years of pop culture with celebrity guests, panels, gaming, and a Cosplay contest.
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Noodle Run 5K & 1/2 Mile Fun Run
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Firemen's Park — Registration required — Family-friendly event bringing the community together for an evening run.
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South Texas Comic Con
9:00 – 10:30 AM — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant world of comics at South Texas Comic Con.
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