Good morning, McAllen.

McAllen Salvation Army unveiled its new mobile kitchen today that can serve up to 10,000 meals during emergencies and was funded by a $300,000 grant from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Weslaco H-E-B truck driver Jose Jaramillo reached 4 million consecutive safe driving miles during a Wednesday ceremony at the Weslaco Transportation Center (escorted by Texas Department of Public Safety troopers).

He received an award and a certificate from the National Trucking Association and returned to his route on Thursday.

RGV-Desal is preparing to apply for a permit to build a $1 billion desalination plant on South Padre Island to supply 50 million gallons of drinking water daily to the Rio Grande Valley; construction could start within two years.

Hidalgo County Precinct 1 deployed its mosquito spraying truck in Progreso after heavy rains created breeding grounds and broke the city's only unit on Thursday (around 7 p.m.); officials plan additional spraying Saturday morning to curb the outbreak.

Local cattle families must now get fresh health certificates for their livestock before attending shows as new rules require vet checks within seven days due to confirmed screwworm cases nationwide, although the Rio Grande Valley remains screwworm-free.

One cattle show in Brenham began Wednesday and will have a vet onsite.

Memphy Live Performance

9:00 a.m. — LA BANDIDA VIVO BAR — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating live show by Memphy in the heart of McAllen.

Educational Options in Texas

12 p.m. — McAllen Public Library — Free entry — Explore various educational options available in Texas for children with special needs and learn about the associated services.

DJ Assault at The Gremlin

One night only — 9 p.m. onwards — The Gremlin — $10 — Experience the legendary godfather of Detroit Ghettotech in the heart of McAllen.

Friday Night Lights Youth Football Camp

5:30-9 p.m. — McAllen Sports Park — Registration required — Train under the lights with KaVontae Turpin for a night of fun and elite football skills.

Los Profugos De Nuevo Leon Concert

8:30-10:00 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Exciting musical experience — Enjoy a night of norteño music with the renowned Prófugos de Nuevo León.

Texas Hunters & Sportsman’s Expo

11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — McAllen Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 35 years of outdoor adventures at the largest hunting and fishing expo in South Texas.

Ocean Floor Life Art Class

1:30-4:30 p.m. — Hinovations Art Gallery — All materials included — A creative 4-day adventure for young artists exploring ocean life through painting and mixed media.