Saturday, September 14th, 2024

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Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A special education teacher from Texas was sentenced to 14 years in prison for exploiting a minor he met online by pretending to be a teenager. ValleyCentral.com
- ➤ Edcouch City Manager Victor Hugo De La Cruz and Mayor Pro-Tem Rene Flores, charged with soliciting kickbacks, were released from jail and plan to plead not guilty. ValleyCentral.com
- ➤ A South Texas man received a 5-year federal prison sentence for smuggling undocumented migrants and trafficking a teenager. ValleyCentral.com
- ➤ Velentino Diaz was arrested for indecent exposure after allegedly committing an act of public lewdness in a Macy's bathroom in McAllen, Texas. ValleyCentral.com
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ ValleyCentral offers live updates on High School Football games across the Rio Grande Valley for Week 3. ValleyCentral.com
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Weekly NA Meetings in McAllen
Join a supportive community at this open candlelight Narcotics Anonymous meeting, providing a safe space to discuss drug addiction and recovery.
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Empowering Latina Leaders: Latina Leadership Conference
Experience a full day of inspiring insights, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities aimed at enhancing leadership skills for Latina professionals.
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Pesado Concert
Experience an emotional night with Pesado as they celebrate 31 years in the music industry, performing their classic hits and new singles in McAllen, Texas.
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Pesado Concert
Experience the vibrant sounds of Pesado live at the McAllen Performing Arts Center.
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Vendor Blender 2024: Small Home-Based Business Expo
Experience a vibrant gathering of local small home-based businesses coming together to showcase and sell their unique products.
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Live Music and Dinner Specials Every Tuesday at Santo Pecado
Experience delicious tacos, drink specials, and live music by local musician Sonáli every Tuesday evening.
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Relay Shipping
Celebrate the opening of Relay Shipping with a special ribbon cutting ceremony at their new location in McAllen.
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Ana Barbara: Reina Grupera Tour
Experience iconic ranchera and pop music from Ana Barbara, a celebrated figure in Latin music, during her tour stop at the McAllen Performing Arts Center.
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Reyna Tropical Live Performance
Experience Reyna Tropical's live debut performance in the Rio Grande Valley at The Gremlin in McAllen.
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Band War Sundays
Experience a vibrant night of music featuring Nueva Escuela and Banda Sinaloense MG at MK'z Nightclub with no cover charge and free tables.
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