Daily
McAllen
Wednesday, August 14th, 2024
Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dolia Gonzalez, mother of the late U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Alfredo 'Freddy' Gonzalez and acclaimed Gold Star Mother, has passed away at 94, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and support for veterans and their families. ValleyCentral.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Benito Barrera Martinez, on the run for nearly a decade for a 1997 murder, pleads guilty to aggravated assault and receives a 2-year sentence. ValleyCentral.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Cattle farmers in Mercedes, Texas are struggling with dry pastures and losing crops due to ongoing drought, forcing them to purchase additional feed for their livestock. ValleyCentral.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Deborah Cordova has been appointed as the new board chair of Teach For America Rio Grande Valley, bringing her extensive legal career and commitment to education and community service. Rio Grande Guardian
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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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Terrenal Tour: Jesus Adrian Romero Live
Experience the uplifting music of renowned Mexican singer-songwriter Jesus Adrian Romero as he brings his Terrenal Tour to McAllen Performing Arts Center, showcasing beloved hits and new collaborations.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You will never be able to escape from your heart. So it's better to listen to what it has to say.
~ Paulo Coelho
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