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Friday, October 25th, 2024
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Good morning, McAllen. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ McAllen is set to begin a $12 million expansion of Nolana Avenue to ease traffic with added lanes, a raised median, and oversized sidewalks, funded partly through state and federal grants. KRGV
- ➤ GO Car Wash is providing free car washes to students and educators in Texas as a gesture of appreciation. ValleyCentral.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Cameron County could significantly benefit from the Rio Grande LNG project through $136.9 million in tax revenue for education and infrastructure, with Commissioner David Garza emphasizing the balance between economic growth and environmental stewardship. Rio Grande Guardian
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ McAllen, Texas, expands its Urban Forest Initiative with a new project at Summer Breeze Park, funded by a $7,000 donation from H-E-B. ValleyCentral.com
- ➤ Texas Parks and Wildlife offers guidelines to help ValleyCentral residents safely coexist with urban coyotes, including not feeding them and securing trash. ValleyCentral.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Texas Transportation Commissioner Alejandro 'Alex' Meade attributes increased highway funding in the Rio Grande Valley to the economic benefits of nearshoring, highlighting its contribution to statewide economic development. Rio Grande Guardian
- ➤ McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos faces an ethics complaint over an alleged elections code violation concerning an unregistered political action committee opposing ballot propositions. KRGV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ University of Texas Rio Grande Valley research identifies Sensory Processing Sensitivity as a potential factor in young adult depression and advocates for tailored approaches to mitigate its impact. ValleyCentral.com
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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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Mike Salazar Live Performance
Experience the comedic talents of Mike Salazar at the McAllen Performing Arts Center in Texas.
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Build A Thriving Nonprofit Summit
This free virtual summit is designed to help organizations gain invaluable insights on fundraising, board development, and marketing. 7 nonprofit experts will present from November 6 - 8, 2024, 10 am - 1 pm daily.
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Build A Thriving Nonprofit Summit
This free virtual summit is designed to help organizations gain invaluable insights on fundraising, board development, and marketing. 7 nonprofit experts will present from November 6 - 8, 2024, 10 am - 1 pm daily.
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Pedro Garcia 'El Gran Mariachi' Featuring Special Guests
Experience the vibrant sounds of mariachi music with Pedro Garcia and special guests at the historic Cine El Rey Theatre.
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Grupo Fantasma Live in Concert
Experience the vibrant sounds of Grupo Fantasma at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex in Edinburg.
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Matte Blvck Live Performance
Experience an exciting live performance by Matte Blvck at Cine El Rey in McAllen, Texas.
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