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Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
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Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bubba’s 33 in McAllen and Brownsville + Texas Roadhouse in Texas will donate Wednesday’s profits to the Community Foundation for the Texas Hill Country + help Kerr County recover from severe flooding along the Guadalupe River on July 4th. ValleyCentral.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Monday morning, U.S. Border Patrol reported an active shooter incident at the Rio Grande Valley Border Patrol Sector Annex in McAllen that left a suspect dead—McAllen Police later confirmed a disturbance near Wichita and Main Street which led to flight delays at the local airport. ValleyCentral.com
- ➤ A man wearing tactical gear and armed with a rifle fired at a Border Patrol facility in McAllen on Monday morning and was shot dead by agents in a brief gun exchange - officials said the FBI is leading the ongoing investigation. Click2Houston.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Texas Department of Transportation said the eastbound I-2 exit ramp 161 to Mile 2 W. Road closed on Monday for traffic rail repairs & will remain closed for about two weeks as drivers are urged to use alternate routes. ValleyCentral.com
SHOP NEWS
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Sober Santa PDASH 5K & Fun Run
7 AM – 5 PM — Firemen's Park — Registration required — Celebrate Christmas in July with a fun 5K run and festive activities.
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34th Annual Texas Hunters & Sportsman’s Expo
5-10 p.m. — McAllen Convention Center — Adults $20, Seniors $15, Children Free — Explore over 275 exhibits featuring the best in hunting and fishing gear.
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Texas Hunters & Sportsman’s Expo
5 AM – 2 PM — McAllen Convention Center — Free & Paid entry — Discover the latest hunting gear and enjoy live music at this annual gathering for sports enthusiasts.
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Kung Fu Comedy Night
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Selfies & More Mini Market — Tickets required — Experience a night of laughter from the award-winning Recalled Productions in a vibrant atmosphere.
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