New generation of ambitious female candidates in Hidalgo County
Arminda “Mindy” Garza, a small Business owner and Immigration consultant, has filed for Justice of The Peace for Precinct 3, Place 2, according to a news release issued Monday. A General Education graduate at the age of 14, and a Registered Nurse Graduate from Escuela de Enfermería Dr. José Ángel Cadena y Cadena at…
Read MoreFeel the burn as the soccer playoff races heat up
With the District 30-6A and 31-5A soccer seasons winding down, 10 of the 14 Big 7 schools’ boys and girls soccer teams remain in control of their own playoff destinies. Broken down by district, the 30-6A boys’ teams are faring the best, but broken down by school district, the Sharyland ISD teams are sitting the…
Read MoreJuarez-Lincoln Huskies eyeing return to state
The crowd at Juarez-Lincoln Husky soccer games has grown in size over the last few years. There you’ll see a lively student section chanting in unison, cheerleaders cheering their team on and families lining the fence waiting after games to congratulate the pride of Juarez-Lincoln with high-fives. After making an appearance in last year’s…
Read MoreMariachi Los Coyotes y Grupo Folklórico Tabasco performs this weekend
La Joya High School’s award-winning and nationally recognized Mariachi Los Coyotes y Grupo Folklórico Tabasco will present their Spring 2018 concert, “Orgullo y Tradición,” at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 3, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 4. They are the longest-running mariachi and folklorico group in the nation with roots…
Read MoreMission Councilman Dr. Armando O’cana announces his intention to seek for the position of Mission Mayor
Dr. Armando O’caña Sr. announces his intention to run for the position the City of Mission Mayor. Dr. O’caña said, “I feel that with God, family, friends, neighbors, and Mission citizens best believing I can do it is an exciting and wonderful time to seek the position of Mayor for the greatest city in the…
Read MoreMission EDC holds first ever Civic Innovation Summit
Gathering from all over the Rio Grande Valley, people seemed to enjoy the conversation, connections and coffee. Last Thursday, the Mission Economic Development Corporation held its first ever Civic Innovation Summit, hosting speakers, entrepreneurs, and creators from all over the United States. The all-day event is also the first of its kind in the…
Read MoreAfter leak investigation, La Joya ISD restricted access to public records
After a woman accused the La Joya school board of compadrismo during a mid-September meeting, the district responded by restricting access to public records — documents other school districts routinely post online. Mary T. Hernandez, 51, of Mission confronted the school board on Sept. 13. “I am concerned about the amount of $377,000 being…
Read MoreRicardo Rodriguez, Jr. for Hidalgo County District Attorney
Ricardo Rodriguez, Jr. is a native of Edinburg, Texas. He is a former migrant worker, was born to a 16-year old mother and 17-year old father, and lived much of his childhood traveling across Texas and the United States to work in the fields. He received an academic and athletic scholarship to the University…
Read MoreFormer Judge Arnoldo Corpus seeking Justice of the Peace Pct. 3 Pl. 2
Former Judge Arnaldo Corpus speaks with great pride as he jubilantly regales a story of a phone call received from a young man who once stood before goes court. The phone call was a token of gratitude. The young man who once stood before then Judge Corpus as a truancy violator and revived a judge’s…
Read MoreRichard Cortez: The Right Choice for Hidalgo County Judge
With deep roots in Hidalgo County, life-long Democrat Richard Cortez has been making life better for our community and families over his long history of dedicated and proven public service. He has served as Mayor of McAllen, McAllen City Commissioner for District 1, and now is running for Judge of Hidalgo County. Cortez was…
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