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McAllen
Thursday, October 10th, 2024
Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of McAllen invites the community to its Annual Halloween Festival, including the Fright Nite 5K, offering free family-friendly activities and a haunted maze at Westside Park on October 12. Welcome Home RGV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Valluco gang member was arrested in Texas for human smuggling and evading arrest after a high-speed chase and active involvement in Operation Lone Star. KRGV
- ➤ A man was arrested in Cameron County for allegedly entering a home uninvited with a machete and engaging aggressively with the resident. KRGV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Rio Grande Valley Philanthropic Foundation will host its 3rd Annual GIRLS in STEM Conference, featuring key speakers from SpaceX and NASA to encourage and inspire over 700 attending female students in STEM fields. Rio Grande Guardian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The FBI seized the phone of Mission City Councilman Jose Alberto 'Beto' Vela as part of an investigation that also mentioned a doctor and valuable coins. ValleyCentral.com
- ➤ TxDot is rerouting trucks over 80,000 pounds to FM 511 for a construction project upgrading International Boulevard's pavement to concrete and overhauling the sewer system, with completion expected by March 2026. Fox Rio Grande Valley
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Invest Smartly: A Pathway to Financial Success
Learn from expert speakers about saving, credit improvement, and investment strategies to prepare for Texas's booming economy.
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Sebastian Esquivel Concert Featuring Eugenio Esquivel and Los Esquivel
Experience a vibrant musical performance by Sebastian Esquivel alongside Eugenio Esquivel and Los Esquivel at the McAllen Convention Center.
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Fiesta de Palmas
Experience a vibrant cultural celebration featuring diverse activities and events at the McAllen Convention Center.
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Planta Nativa Fest 2024
Celebrate the beauty of plants and nature at the interactive Planta Nativa Fest, featuring live music and educational activities in a vibrant outdoor setting.
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Destructive Cell Live Performance
Experience the high-energy live performance of Destructive Cell at The Flying Walrus in McAllen, Texas.
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Diwali Festival Celebration
Experience the vibrant festivities of Diwali at the McAllen Convention Center with cultural performances and community engagement.
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Fright Night: Halloween at IMAS After Dark
Experience a Halloween evening at the International Museum of Art & Science, complete with drinks and interactive exhibits for adults in costume.
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World Taekwondo ICON Seminar with Master Dragan Jovic
Experience a comprehensive training seminar featuring Master Dragan Jovic, focusing on taekwondo techniques for all ages and skill levels.
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David Starr Concert at Los Encinos Ranch
Experience the soulful Americana and blues music of David Starr at a cozy house concert in McAllen.
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Forever Simon & Garfunkel Tribute Show
Experience a captivating tribute to the legendary duo Simon & Garfunkel, featuring humor, energy, and impeccable harmony by Sean Altman & Jack Skuller.
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