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Wednesday, August 20th, 2025
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Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A vehicle accident near Edinburg has been resolved as the road reopened after one car struck a power pole (near Richardson and Cesar Chavez roads) and that pole hit another car, with the Texas Department of Public Safety and Edinburg Fire Department leading the response. KRGV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A shooting in Edinburg left Julio Cesar Soto Jr. shot in the face last night on the 4500 block of Fed Drive—officers said the suspect fired an AR-style rifle during a social gathering and then fled in a red Corvette, and the investigation is ongoing. Fox Rio Grande Valley
- ➤ Devin Ethan Martinez was arrested for arson and resisting arrest near South Texas Health System in Alamo — he allegedly set a cart and some dollar bills on fire and now faces a $90,000 fine as legal proceedings continue. Fox Rio Grande Valley
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Parents at Vanguard Academy’s Van Gogh campus in Pharr raised alarm over a new policy that directs all student drop-offs and pickups to Jackson Road—creating heavy traffic and safety risks. The school said it cleared traffic by 7:40 a.m. and will continue to monitor the situation. Fox Rio Grande Valley
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City crews in McAllen are nearly done with a storm sewer line extension and will close Main Street from Jay to Lark avenues on Saturday — the closure may extend to Sunday if needed. The project costs nearly $1 million and is paid for by a traffic drainage bond. KRGV
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UTRGV Vaqueros are in their final training camp week as they focus on special teams and overall conditioning—coach Travis Busch emphasized its importance—and prepare for their season opener. NFL preseason highlights also include the Bears’ 38-0 win over the Bills, a tie in the Saints-Jaguars game after multiple turnovers, Scotty Scheffler’s BMW Championship win and a crucial sliding catch by Jung Hoo Lee that helped the Giants secure a victory. Fox Rio Grande Valley
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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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Bare Wellness Club Grand Opening & One-Year Anniversary
6-9 p.m. — Bare Wellness Club — Free entry — Celebrate a year of community and empowerment while exploring a new space focused on wellness.
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Surfistas del Sistema Live in McAllen
7-10 p.m. — Cine El Rey — All ages welcome — Experience the South Texas debut of Argentine indie artist Surfistas del Sistema along with special guests.
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IFBB Pro & NPC RGV Classic
8-11 a.m. — McAllen Convention Center — Entry fees may apply — Witness top bodybuilders compete in a showcase of strength and aesthetics.
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The Addams Family Musical
3:00 – 4:30 PM — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Age 8+ recommended — Enjoy a comical feast of wackiness as Wednesday Addams navigates love and family secrets.
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Buena Vista Orchestra Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $57 — Experience the vibrant and authentic sounds of Cuba with the Buena Vista Orchestra led by Jesus 'Aguaje' Ramos.
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Platanito Comedy Show
8:00-9:30 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a lively comedy show in Spanish, perfect for adults 18 and older.
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Object-Oriented Programming in C# Rev. 6.1 Training Class
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — McAllen Flight Academy — $1750 — Dive into comprehensive C# programming with hands-on training led by experts.
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