Bill that would ban cellphones in Texas public schools heads to Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk
Research shows cellphones interfere with students' ability to focus in class. Texas would join at least nine other states that ban students from using their phones during the school day.
https://rgv.news/bill-that-would-ban-cellphones-in-texas-public-schools-heads-to-gov-greg-abbott-s-desk-18450.html
Grupo Frontera shoot music video from Alamo Pulga, fans gather
ALAMO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Mexican Regional band, Grupo Frontera, announced they will be recording their latest music video in Alamo. Through their Instagram stories, the group invited the public to join them for a video shoot at 3 p.m....
https://rgv.news/grupo-frontera-shoot-music-video-from-alamo-pulga-fans-gather-18441.html
Eye of the Storm: Valley Storm Team's 2025 hurricane special
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Hurricane season is here and this year it is projected that we'll see above-average activity. The record-breaking rain we saw across the Valley on March 27 brought the potential threat of hurricanes to the front of mind....
https://rgv.news/eye-of-the-storm-valley-storm-team-s-2025-hurricane-special-18440.html
More than 40 RGV groups urge Cornyn and Cruz to reject SNAP cuts
The numerous nonprofits and churches say the most devastating part of the proposed budget cut is a new state cost-share plan. The post More than 40 RGV groups urge Cornyn and Cruz to reject SNAP cuts appeared first on...
https://rgv.news/more-than-40-rgv-groups-urge-cornyn-and-cruz-to-reject-snap-cuts-18432.html
Trump administration knew most Venezuelans deported from Texas to a Salvadoran prison had no U.S. convictions
Homeland Security records reveal that officials knew that more than half of the 238 deportees to El Salvador were labeled as having no criminal record in the U.S. and had only violated immigration laws.
https://rgv.news/trump-administration-knew-most-venezuelans-deported-from-texas-to-a-salvadoran-prison-had-no-u-s-convictions-18429.html
Affordable housing market improves in Brownsville
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham says the BCC Village Townhouses project a major investment in affordable rental housing for families in Cameron County. The post Affordable housing market improves in Brownsville appeared first on Rio Grande Guardian.
https://rgv.news/affordable-housing-market-improves-in-brownsville-18428.html
Texas moves close to ban on some land sales to foreigners
The House has approved a conference committee report that lists sales to certain people from China, North Korea, Russia and Iran as threats to national security.
https://rgv.news/texas-moves-close-to-ban-on-some-land-sales-to-foreigners-18425.html
Texas Legislature approves $8.5 billion boost for public schools after years of stagnant funding
Gov. Greg Abbott has already said he intends to sign the bill, which will give schools funding for salary increases, special education, teacher preparation and operational costs.
https://rgv.news/texas-legislature-approves-8-5-billion-boost-for-public-schools-after-years-of-stagnant-funding-18419.html
STHS uses a novel approach that helps long-term dialysis patients regain central venous access
STHS is the first in the valley to complete an innovative procedure that helps long-term dialysis patients. The post STHS uses a novel approach that helps long-term dialysis patients regain central venous access appeared first on Rio Grande Guardian.
https://rgv.news/sths-uses-a-novel-approach-that-helps-long-term-dialysis-patients-regain-central-venous-access-18417.html
A brand new Rack Room Shoes store is coming to Penitas Crossing Shopping Center, at the intersection of Expressway 83 and 23rd St!
This project involves the new ground-up construction of a shell building, which will house the 6,000 sq ft shoe store. Construction is set to begin on June 30, 2025, and is expected to be completed by June 30, 2026.
📍 Expressway 83 & 23rd St (Penitas Crossing Shopping Center), Peñitas, TX 78576
A brand new Burlington store is coming to Penitas Crossing, at the intersection of Expressway 83 & 23rd St!
This project involves the ground-up construction of a new shell building and the interior build-out for Burlington, totaling 25,013 sq ft. Construction is set to begin on June 30, 2025, and is expected to be completed by June 30, 2026.
📍 Expressway 83 & 23rd St (Penitas Crossing), Peñitas, TX 78576
With support from SpaceX, city of Starbase blasts off
STARBASE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — After months of planning, SpaceX launched the city of Starbase on Thursday. Mayor Robert Peden and the City Commission held the fledgling city’s first public meeting Thursday morning at The Hub, a building owned by...
https://rgv.news/with-support-from-spacex-city-of-starbase-blasts-off-18410.html
Five Below is coming to 2308 E Expressway 83!
They'll be doing a tenant build-out of a 9,042 sq ft space. The project is set to begin on December 10, 2025, and is expected to be completed by July 10, 2026.
📍 2308 E Expressway 83, Peñitas, TX 78576
Pace HS teacher allegedly sexually assaulted employee during lunch break
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An employee of James Pace Early College High School has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting another employee, according to Brownsville police. Oscar Rodriguez, 53, is charged with sexual assault, a second-degree felony. Rodriguez is...
https://rgv.news/pace-hs-teacher-allegedly-sexually-assaulted-employee-during-lunch-break-18406.html
The Love and Loss of the Quintanillas
Tejano music superstar Selena Quintanilla has been gone for 30 years, but the late singer’s family issharing unseen footage of her life in a new documentary, which had its Texas debutat Austin’s Paramount Theater at this year’s South by...
https://rgv.news/the-love-and-loss-of-the-quintanillas-18403.html
Judge Guerra gives update on eagerly anticipated Soluna data center project
A tax abatement agreement for phase one should be reached soon between Willacy County and the 'green' data center developers. The post Judge Guerra gives update on eagerly anticipated Soluna data center project appeared first on Rio Grande Guardian.
https://rgv.news/judge-guerra-gives-update-on-eagerly-anticipated-soluna-data-center-project-18401.html
Cowen: Jobs. That is what the Greater Brownsville Tech District is all about
The first phase of the park will be spread across 86 acres. Thirteen lots will be built. Combined, these will provide 1.3 million square feet of industrial space. The post Cowen: Jobs. That is what the Greater Brownsville Tech...
https://rgv.news/cowen-jobs-that-is-what-the-greater-brownsville-tech-district-is-all-about-18400.html
Texas poised to add $100 million to child care scholarship program
Reallocated funding for the program that will go to providers will benefit nearly 95,000 children on a waitlist for scholarships.
https://rgv.news/texas-poised-to-add-100-million-to-child-care-scholarship-program-18396.html
Two Valley joints named in Texas Monthly's top 50 BBQ list
SAN JUAN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Two Rio Grande Valley restaurants were named the best barbecue joints in the state. Texas Monthly, an Austin-based publication, released its list of the top 50 BBQ joints on Tuesday. Every four years, taste...
https://rgv.news/two-valley-joints-named-in-texas-monthly-s-top-50-bbq-list-18392.html
SOUTH BY SOUTH TEXAS INDEPENDENCE FESTIVAL
Brings you some of the best original bands the Valley has to offer (and a few from outside the Valley as well)
2 nights of non stop music
Over 50 acts - 4 venues - 7 shows - 2 days
$10 at the door - Each show
$15 online - One day All Access Pass
$20 online - Two day all Access Pass
SATURDAY
Cine El Rey (All Ages)
Flying Walrus (All Ages till 11:30pm ... Then 18+)
The Gremlin (All Ages)
Pecado (18+)
SUNDAY
Cine El Rey (All Ages)
Flying Walrus (All Ages till 11:30pm)
The Gremlin (All Ages)
Featuring
MONODYSSEY
POPULAR LONER
HAVRATH
KILL YOUR TELEVSION
BAKRI
MISSERYA
DELTA DIVIDE
BURNOUT (SA)
MY PLACE WAS TAKEN (MX)
RUINKROS
QUIET GHOSTS
A DAY WITHOUT THE SUN
BURY THE BRIDE
ZED REQUIEM
GOONZ
AT WAR WITH ANDROIDS
WIZARD WOLF
TERRORISTIK THREAT
HYSTERECTOMY (MX)
THE MUTANTS
THE DO ITZ
BAGWELL
FATE
THE GHOST OF US
VIBRAHAVEN
DISRUPTOR
SUPERMARKET
ARTISTEO
GUNPOINT
NARWHAL
WORST SUMMER VACATION
ARMS FIRST
SUNNY DAZE
EMO KNIGHTS
THE WRITING SEASON
SACRIFICE OF SINNERS
CHAPTER BLACK
OK ROBOT
THE TRONAUTAS
SIGHT OF IMPACT
MORE TBA
DJ'S
PARSON
VINC
DIVVIN
DR HANK
Texas to expand how schools discipline students
House Bill 6, which now heads to the governor, targets the increase in violence that has plagued schools since the pandemic.
https://rgv.news/texas-to-expand-how-schools-discipline-students-18391.html
Zoho Corporation to begin renovations on Echo Hotel
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral)— The newly acquired Echo Hotel in Edinburg will be remodeled into an office for Zoho Corporation this summer. Zoho, an Austin software company, purchased the historic hotel in April with plans to expand its operations in the Rio...
https://rgv.news/zoho-corporation-to-begin-renovations-on-echo-hotel-18385.html
Gonzalez: A tax on remittances is a tax on immigrants
U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez joined colleagues in the Congressional Hispanic Caucus for a meeting with top Mexican officials. The post Gonzalez: A tax on remittances is a tax on immigrants appeared first on Rio Grande Guardian.
https://rgv.news/gonzalez-a-tax-on-remittances-is-a-tax-on-immigrants-18382.html
What rare animals lurk in the Lone Star State’s shadows? Curious Texas investigates
DALLAS — Texas is home to a large and diverse range of animal species, however some of them are considered rare or infrequently encountered by the public. The post What rare animals lurk in the Lone Star State’s shadows?...
https://rgv.news/what-rare-animals-lurk-in-the-lone-star-state-s-shadows-curious-texas-investigates-18378.html
Documents reveal lone survivor of McAllen crash tested positive for substances at hospital
MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Documents obtained by ValleyCentral revealed Dionicio Luna Aguirre, the man accused of killing two men in a drunken crash, tested positive for multiple substances when tested at the hospital. Aguirre is charged with two counts...
https://rgv.news/documents-reveal-lone-survivor-of-mcallen-crash-tested-positive-for-substances-at-hospital-18374.html
Texas Senate approves ending STAAR test, sends bill back to House for approval
The Texas Senate approved legislation Tuesday night aimed at revising the state's school accountability system and replacing the standardized test with a version meant to reduce anxiety for students.
https://rgv.news/texas-senate-approves-ending-staar-test-sends-bill-back-to-house-for-approval-18367.html
A brand new Ross Store is coming to the Shops at Chavez, located at Expressway 83 & N Cesar Chavez Rd!
This will be a new construction of a spacious 24,983 sq ft Ross store. The project is set to begin on October 1, 2025, and is expected to be completed by February 1, 2026.
📍 Expressway 83 & N Cesar Chavez Rd (Shops at Chavez), San Juan, TX 78589
Texas likely to expand medical marijuana program eligibility amid looming hemp ban
House Bill 46, which awaits Gov. Greg Abbott’s approval, would include more patients with chronic pain and allow for prescribed vaporized and aerosol products.
https://rgv.news/texas-likely-to-expand-medical-marijuana-program-eligibility-amid-looming-hemp-ban-18363.html
Bill allowing Texas colleges to pay their athletes gets Senate approval
Student athletes would be able to receive a slice of the billions of dollars Texas colleges generate in revenue from their sports teams.
https://rgv.news/bill-allowing-texas-colleges-to-pay-their-athletes-gets-senate-approval-18360.html
Texas GOP’s bill requiring voters to prove citizenship stalls in House
Senate Bill 16 is imperiled after missing a deadline in the House. It was among the most sweeping proof-of-citizenship proposals in the U.S. and would have applied retroactively to all voters.
https://rgv.news/texas-gop-s-bill-requiring-voters-to-prove-citizenship-stalls-in-house-18359.html
