Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of June.
Good morning, McAllen.
Alamo police are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash in which a 47-year-old driver lost control of his vehicle and was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.
South Texas College broke ground Monday on its new Continuing Education and Testing Center on Pecan Boulevard.
The 24,500-square-foot facility will include seven classrooms, three computer labs, and two testing centers, and it is expected to be completed by May 2026 at a construction cost of $7 million.
Texas lawmakers approved Senate Bill 3 banning consumable THC products (gummies, beverages and vapes) and Gov. Greg Abbott now has 20 days to sign or veto the bill.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and other supporters say the ban protects public safety while hemp industry leaders and veterans warn it will harm legal markets.
The U.S. Small Business Administration opened recovery centers across the Valley to help residents and businesses affected by the March floods.
SBA representatives began assisting with disaster loan applications on May 30 — centers in Hidalgo and Cameron counties will accept documents until July 21.
Harlingen and McAllen VA Clinics are hosting a Roll Up Your Sleeves blood drive as part of a nationwide effort to meet the constant need for blood—walk-in donations with ID will be accepted today from 9 a.m. to noon at the Harlingen VA Outpatient Clinic, 2106 Treasure Hills Blvd—and on June 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the McAllen VA Clinic, 901 East Hackberry Ave.
Swan Lake Performance
6:00 – 7:30 PM — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket required for ages 3+ — Experience the enchanting ballet of Swan Lake by Novus Dance.
Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training
All day — McAllen Flight Academy — $2090 — Enhance your software development skills with expert-led UML training in a collaborative setting.
Taste McAllen
6:30-8 p.m. — McAllen Convention Center — VIP tickets available — Savor a variety of culinary delights in a charming outdoor setting.
McAllen Amateur Golf Championship
36-hole stroke play tournament — Jun 21-22 — Champion Lakes Golf Course — Cost info not available — Compete in a community-focused amateur golf event in the Rio Grande Valley.
I Love Writing Meet Up
4:30-7 p.m. — Peter Piper Pizza — Open invite — Causal meet-up for anyone who loves writing or wants to start a book.
Chico Castillo Live Performance
7 p.m. — Espana Nouveau Mediterranean — $250 per person — Experience an intimate night with 'The Gipsy' Chico Castillo and live band performing beloved classics.
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