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Victims advocacy project ends due to funding loss
In the last year, the McAllen-based Angels of Love organization assisted 404 domestic violence survivors with legal support. From protective orders to divorces to crime compensation applications, the nonprofit provided people with the tools necessary to navigate the legal system, and help them recover from a domestic violence situation. But as of Sept. 30, Angels…
Read MoreEdinburg residents prompt changes to Schunior construction
A group of Edinburg residents banded together to confront city leaders about the road construction happening in front of their homes. And in a not-always-likely turn of events, the community members’ actions caused the City to shift their construction plan. Charlie Vela is one of several residents along Schunior Road dealing with the latest installment…
Read MoreTrial set for November in western Hidalgo County corruption case
An engineer charged in the western Hidalgo County corruption case may head to trial in November. During a hearing on Wednesday morning, the attorney who represents Mariano Garcia, 49, of Mission announced he’s ready for trial. Garcia is accused of paying nearly $250,000 to Andres “Andy” Morales — a major player in western Hidalgo County…
Read MoreCounty continues to mourn COVID victims
This article has been updated to reflect the most recent figures. Although the federal, state and local governments loosened COVID-19 restrictions and eased up on precautions, the deaths continue. Hidalgo County alone reported more than 4,000 COVID-related fatalities as of Oct.3. On Sept. 27, the county commissioners court released a memorial video to mark the…
Read MoreLocal teacher joins Peñitas City Council
A local teacher joined the Peñitas City Council on Wednesday. The City Council appointed Guadalupe Moreno Jr., 49, of Peñitas to Place 4 during a meeting on Wednesday afternoon. “I’m here to work,” Moreno said. “I look forward to contributing as much as I can to help the community grow.” Moreno, a Spanish teacher at…
Read MoreSullivan City Council increases property tax rate
The Sullivan City Council approved a modest tax hike last week. During a meeting on Sept. 26, the City Council voted 3-2 to increase the property tax rate from 48.38 cents to 50 cents per $100 of taxable assessed valuation. The City Council didn’t take the decision lightly, said Mayor Alma Salinas. Before the City…
Read MoreLa Joya will increase water and sewer rates nearly 9% in November
The city of La Joya will increase residential water and sewer rates by nearly 9% in November to pay for two major infrastructure projects. Mayor Isidro Casanova and members of the City Council approved the rate increase during a meeting on Sept. 13. The money will allow La Joya to build new water and wastewater…
Read MoreMission agreed to pay former city attorney more than $74,000 to resign
Mission City Attorney Gus Martinez resigned in mid-September after the City Council agreed to pay him more than $74,000. Martinez resigned on Sept. 16 after the City Council met privately — in what is called “executive session” — to discuss his evaluation. “We wish Gus the best,” said City Councilman Ruben Plata. “It was time…
Read MoreCity unveils new Fitness Court
Mission’s latest outdoor attraction is now open to the public. The city held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Fitness Court at Hollis Rutledge Park at 3408 N. Inspiration Road. A Fitness Court is an outdoor gym with workout stations for bodyweight circuit training. It has seven stations with equipment designed for a full-body workout…
Read MoreMission Resource Center coming soon
The Mission Food Pantry has been part of the community for more than 30 years, but soon it will transform into the Valley’s first resource center through the Food Bank of the RGV. The location at 115 S. Mayberry St. will be a multi-service outlet for Missionites and the surrounding area for those needing food…
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