Good morning, McAllen.

At a RioPlex mixer at IBC Bank in Brownsville, SafeGuard Insurance’s Abraham Padron urged local business owners to seize the opportunity to keep the Valley in local hands as larger companies move in.

He said failing to act may leave money on the table for families.

Xavier Garza, a McAllen native, uses local folklore and family cuentos to inspire his books and art, reflecting the Valley’s rich storytelling tradition.

Although he now lives in San Antonio, he remains rooted in the region that shaped his work (as seen in his well-known title, Made in the 956).

Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez is co-hosting Hunger in the RGV - A Call to Action on Sept.

3, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at South Texas College Mid Valley Campus (Auditorium G192, Building G) in Weslaco, where local officials, business, education, nonprofit, healthcare and faith leaders will discuss rising hunger challenges for families.

A 76-year-old man with dementia was found safe in a field near Yucca Drive and Begonia Street after a community search launched following his disappearance Tuesday morning and he is now recovering in a local hospital while his family stresses extra precautions for loved ones with dementia.

Health officials are investigating Cyclospora and Salmonella outbreaks linked to recalled iceberg lettuce, jalapeños, and eggs sold at stores including H-E-B, Trader Joe’s, Kroger, Target, Walmart & Whole Foods.

Consumers are urged to check recall notices and discard affected items with best-by dates through Aug. 15.

Texas Mission of Mercy will hold its 100th free dental clinic at Bert Ogden Arena (Edinburg) on Oct.

2-3 to serve underserved residents, with prior registration required for dental care.