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Thursday, April 24th, 2025
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Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nearly four weeks after the March 26 storm, residents in La Feria’s Green Bay South mobile home park still see flood debris piled along their curbs — they said the county began cleanup on April 3 but has not set a timeline to remove the trash posing health risks. ValleyCentral.com
- ➤ McAllen officials featured Rigoberto Rios—a toll booth operator with over 40 years of service at the McAllen-Hidalgo International Bridge—who shared how changes like the Pharr bridge easing traffic have transformed his daily work and interactions with travelers. ValleyCentral.com
- ➤ On Wednesday, a special mass for Pope Francis was held at the Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan Del Valle as parishioners filled the pews and hung a black bow on the doorway—marking a nine-day mourning after his death on Monday. McAllen resident Linda Trevino said she attended to say goodbye. KRGV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A four-vehicle crash near N. Veterans Blvd. and E. Sioux Rd. left a San Juan police officer and several others hospitalized at 3:15 p.m. yesterday + crews cleared debris and the Pharr Police continued investigating + drivers were advised to avoid the area. ValleyCentral.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A suspect accused of assaulting a woman and stealing her vehicle remains at large after a police chase ended in a four-vehicle crash that hospitalized seven people on Wednesday — officers said the chase began when they responded to an incident at a McDonald's parking lot on N. Raul Longoria Road — and no major injuries were reported. KRGV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ RGV College in partnership with DHR Health will honor 12 Registered Nurse Apprenticeship students at a graduation ceremony held at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance on May 1 from 10:00 a.m. to noon—approved by the Texas Board of Nursing, the program combines paid clinical training with academic study to help ease the regional nursing shortage. Rio Grande Guardian
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Early Saturday mornings, members of the 956 Ruck Tribe gather in the Upper Rio Grande Valley to ruck with weighted vests as a way to boost fitness and manage diabetes risks. Tony Martinez, a 34-year-old who began rucking in October 2024 after family diabetes concerns, leads the group—local health officials say the activity raises heart rates and can help control blood sugar levels. KRGV
- ➤ STHS Behavioral unveiled its new Lü Interactive Playground (an interactive gaming wall that helps boost physical and mental health) on April 23 at a special ceremony; funds donated by the Auxiliary (its nonprofit arm) helped cover the cost. Staff demonstrated games that promote teamwork and social skills in an engaging setting for patient therapy. Rio Grande Guardian
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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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Watermelon Festival & BBQ Cook Off
2-11 p.m. — Alamo Sports Complex — Free entry — Celebrate summer with watermelon-themed activities and BBQ competitions.
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Deborah Case Dance Academy Performance
10:00-11:30 a.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating dance showcase by the Deborah Case Dance Academy.
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Zzzahara Concert in McAllen
7-8:30 p.m. — The Gremlin — Tickets available — Experience the Rio Grande Valley debut of LA based alt artist Zzzahara.
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