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Sunday, July 27th, 2025
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Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Four Franciscan friars arrived in Alamo to support the Catholic Diocese of Brownsville—helping children at immigration court and other community members by providing spiritual guidance and education on their rights. They will live simply among the poor, set up a fraternity, and celebrate mass today at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Donna. KRGV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers are debating whether to eliminate the STAAR test as educators point to student anxiety and an incomplete picture of learning + Governor Abbott is asking for new tools to measure student progress while school officials warn that changes may affect summer improvement efforts. KRGV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Harlingen Mayor Norma Sepulveda warned that new congressional map proposals that include areas like Wharton and Matagorda are set to weaken the voice of the Rio Grande Valley—potentially reducing federal investment and resources that local families depend on. Rio Grande Guardian
- ➤ Texas Division Emergency Management, FEMA and the SBA announced that Disaster Recovery Centers in South Texas counties hit by the March flooding will close at 7 p.m. on August 1—affected residents can apply for aid Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at centers in Cameron and Hidalgo counties. ValleyCentral.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ DHR Health partnered with the Valley Athletic Trainers Association to host a free, two-day seminar in South Texas for athletic trainers, nurses, doctors, and other medical staff that focused on student athlete safety—expert presentations and hands-on labs taught injury prevention techniques—attendees left ready to improve care in school sports. Fox Rio Grande Valley
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former boxing champion Juan Manuel Marquez will host the ‘Gloves and Glory’ event on Saturday, September 6th at Burt Ogden Arena — the promotion will feature key matchups such as Edison Garcia versus Cristian Perez Hernandez. Fox Rio Grande Valley
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BashfortheWorld Concert
7-10 p.m. — Cine El Rey — Ticket prices vary — Experience the lyrical talent of BashfortheWorld, a rising star from North Texas.
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RGV Upscale Hotel Singles Mixer
7-9 p.m. — Casa De Palmas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham — $25 (includes one free glass of champagne) — Connect with quality singles through fun icebreakers and casual mingling.
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Back 2 School Block Party
4-9 p.m. — Archer Park — Free entry — Celebrate the new school year with local vendors, live music, and free school supplies at this family-friendly event.
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