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Thursday, September 5th, 2024
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Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two Hidalgo County residents file a lawsuit seeking over $1 million from bus companies for alleged kidnapping at gunpoint, accusing the firms of failing to warn them of the risk. KRGV
- ➤ U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Donna International Crossing arrested two men, Robert Martinez and Jorge Luis Estrada, wanted on felony warrants for sex-related offenses involving minors in Hidalgo County. KRGV
- ➤ A high-speed chase from Palmview to McAllen culminated in the arrest of four passengers at La Plaza Mall, with the driver evading capture. Fox Rio Grande Valley
- ➤ Three UTRGV student athletes were charged following a hit-and-run incident in Edinburg, Texas, that left a cyclist in serious condition. ValleyCentral.com
- ➤ Juan de Dios Gomez was arrested for human smuggling following a high-speed chase that concluded at La Plaza Mall, with his arraignment set for Thursday. KRGV
- ➤ Two suspects have been arrested at DFW airport for their involvement in a McAllen nightclub case, with police seeking a third for public lewdness. Fox Rio Grande Valley
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Rio Grande Valley is preparing for Dieciseis de Septiembre celebrations with a significant event featuring tacos, tequila, and music happening in McAllen on September 14. KRGV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 17-year-old Ricardo 'Ric' Elizondo, a talented photographer and musician at McAllen High School, overcomes the loss of both parents to become student of the week. KRGV
- ➤ The Region One Education Service Center was awarded $33.6 million by the Department of Education to support over 6,300 students in 11 south Texas school districts through the GEAR UP program, enhancing college readiness among low-income youth. KRGV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Authorities in Hidalgo County are on high alert after a tiger escaped from Quinta La Fauna zoo near the Rio Grande. ValleyCentral.com
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Manic Monday Mixer Networking Event
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Small Business Academy: Leadership & Management Workshop
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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
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Tacos, Tequilas, and Chelas Festival Featuring Juvenile, Petey Pablo & Frankie J
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Weekly NA Meetings in McAllen
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Pesado Concert
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