Daily
McAllen
Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Buckner International is hosting its annual shoe drive to collect new shoes and socks for needy children and teenagers from May 1 through May 30 — donations must be brand new and closed-toed. Volunteers will deliver the collected items to the Rio Grande Valley Children’s Home on the final day of the drive. ValleyCentral.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Angel David Salas-Herrera, a 19-year-old Mexican national, was arrested for allegedly trying to drive a stolen Jeep into Mexico after police chased the vehicle on May 2 in Cameron County and it crashed near Brownsville; he appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Nadia S. Medrano Monday morning. ValleyCentral.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Valley farmer Dale Murden said he relies on water from Mexico for his specialty crops amid drought and unpredictable weather in the Rio Grande Valley. He said the $280 million emergency funding approved by Congress offsets costs while Mexico has agreed to release up to 420,000 acre-feet of water — farmers can apply for the funds until May 22nd. ValleyCentral.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Leaders and community members celebrated the grand opening of a renovated advanced manufacturing research facility at UTRGV on May 5. The $3 million center will let students, faculty and researchers work in energy systems and emerging technologies—helping prepare them for a competitive manufacturing industry—while it operates 24 hours a day. ValleyCentral.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, the National Butterfly Center held its annual Earth Day event at 3333 Butterfly Park Drive, where staff and partner groups offered eco-friendly activities and discounts on native plants. Executive Director Stephanie Lopez said she hopes the event helps visitors learn more about local wildlife in the Rio Grande Valley—she believes these activities show how to care for nature. ValleyCentral.com
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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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La Fragua Dance Studio Recital
4-5:30 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the charm of Baby Flamenco performed by talented young dancers in vibrant traditional outfits.
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South Texas Builders Show
8 AM – 4 PM — McAllen Convention Center — Free admission — Explore the latest in construction with hands-on demos and expert seminars at the Valley's must-attend industry event.
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