Tuesday, August 13th, 2024
Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Make-A-Wish RGV is organizing events like Walk For Wishes and Wine For Wishes in September to fund wishes for critically ill children. KRGV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ McAllen, Texas, addresses the national pilot shortage with local training programs aiming to certify more pilots at reduced costs. ValleyCentral.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Texas A&M University Higher Education Center at McAllen initiated Howdy Week, introducing the new PALM Camp to integrate students into university traditions and culture. ValleyCentral.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents protested outside Donna City Hall against the council's decision to skip November's election for two council positions amid legal controversies over term extensions. KRGV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Topgolf in Pharr, Texas, is hosting the inaugural Special Olympics golf event, marking golf's addition to the Special Olympics' sports roster. ValleyCentral.com
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The Valley Wedding & Event Expo
Meet with top wedding and event vendors from the Rio Grande Valley at this engaging expo.
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Manic Monday Mixer Networking Event
Experience a vibrant networking opportunity tailored for business owners and professionals at the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's signature event in McAllen.
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Small Business Academy: Leadership & Management Workshop
Learn essential leadership and management skills in this comprehensive workshop, part of a six-course series aimed at enhancing your small business expertise.
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Tribute to Jose Alfredo Jimenez
Experience a heartfelt tribute to the king of Mexican regional music, featuring personal stories and performances by his son, Jose Alfredo Jimenez Medel, at the McAllen Performing Arts Center.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The cure for pain is in the pain.
~ Rumi
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