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Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Castle Hospitality held a groundbreaking for its McAllen City Center project on April 16 at the corner of 10th and Expressway. The mixed-use development will start with a multi-tenant building featuring restaurants and retail within the next 30 to 60 days - boosting local ownership and community spirit. Rio Grande Guardian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mercedes ISD will use a $485,000 TEA grant to provide social and emotional support as well as community services for students and families next school year; Progreso, Santa Rosa, and Vanguard Academy also received funds for similar initiatives. KRGV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, Apr. 17 for its new flood training facility. The $4.2 million center offers safety training and flood response coordination and will host partner agency sessions. KRGV
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Mint Field Live Performance
7 AM - 10 PM — The Gremlin — All ages — Experience Mexico City's avant-pop and shoegaze vibes at their South Texas debut.
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Alejandro Sanz Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Payne Arena — Tickets from $102 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by Alejandro Sanz in Hidalgo, TX.
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WITHPAPERWINGS Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Gremlin — Check ticket info — Experience a night of immersive music with WITHPAPERWINGS and regional support acts.
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