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Saturday, October 5th, 2024
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Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of October.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two individuals were arrested in Edinburg, Texas for multiple burglaries affecting local businesses, effectively concluding the police investigation. ValleyCentral.com
- ➤ The defense for a man charged with murdering his uncle in Harlingen has requested a mistrial, citing improper testimony about unsubmitted evidence. ValleyCentral.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new mural in McAllen, titled Oranges and Iron: The Rio Grande Legacy, pays homage to the region's citrus industry heritage and was funded by a $15,000 grant. KRGV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A fifth-grade student with dyslexia at McAllen ISD overcomes challenges and excels in a specialized reading program, aiming to motivate others. KRGV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ McAllen, Texas, aims to enhance water security by building a desalination facility and drilling six wells, a $180 million effort to reduce dependence on the Rio Grande by tapping into the Gulf Coast aquifer. KRGV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michelle Vallejo narrows the gap to within three points of incumbent Monica De La Cruz in Texas Congressional District 15 race, as per latest poll. Rio Grande Guardian
- ➤ The article provides a comprehensive guide on how to register to vote in Texas by the Oct. 7 deadline, including eligibility criteria, registration methods, and important dates for the 2024 general election. The Texas Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A conference in Mission, Texas, highlighted the escalating fentanyl crisis, with families sharing personal tragedies to educate the community about opioid dangers. ValleyCentral.com
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Helloween Horror Night at Suerte Bar & Grill
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Invest Smartly: A Pathway to Financial Success
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Sebastian Esquivel Concert Featuring Eugenio Esquivel and Los Esquivel
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Fiesta de Palmas
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Planta Nativa Fest 2024
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Destructive Cell Live Performance
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Diwali Festival Celebration
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Fright Night: Halloween at IMAS After Dark
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