Area News
Local congressman addresses embattled army base
Fort Hood remains in the spotlight following several deaths in the army base that received national attention. During a virtual press conference held Friday, Aug. 28, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-28) discussed preliminary findings of an independent review on the climate and culture of Fort Hood where eight soldiers stationed there have been either killed or…
Read MoreWhat it’s like to go to the movies in the age of COVID-19
The smell of buttered popcorn was so strong that it penetrated my cloth face mask and the face shield I was wearing as I entered the lobby of Cinemark’s Hollywood USA Theater Monday. With that aroma, I was instantly transported to the before times-when I spent every weekend at the movie theater up until last…
Read MoreStarr County unveils new COVID-19 education initiative
Starr County officials will begin to take advantage of the fall school semester to educate the public on much needed health practices during the COVID-19 pandemic. During a Tuesday news conference, Starr County officials introduced the new initiative “Star County Strong: A Roadmap for a Healthy Community,” where school age children will help spread awareness…
Read MoreSpecial Education: Distance Learning style
Special Education Directors have spoken on the importance of communication, clear objectives and accessibility for all – especially in a world of distance learning. The Mission CISD, La Joya ISD and Sharyland ISD are all working to ensure the needs of students enrolled in their Special Education program, along with their parents, are met. Mission…
Read MoreMCISD to receive report on Tom Landry Stadium renovation project
By next week, Mission school board trustees may be briefed on findings of an assessment report for the multi-million dollar Tom Landry Hall of Fame stadium that was approved last fall. “As we know, the stadium was completed a few years ago, however, there were some items that needed correcting,” district maintenance director Ricardo Rivera…
Read MoreMCISD delays in-person learning until November
The Mission school district approved an eight week extension of the at-home online learning for another two months. The district, which begins its new school year next Tuesday, Sept. 8, will now offer families the option of having their children participate in in person instruction on Monday, November 2. With the November start date, the…
Read More25 new COVID-19 deaths reported on eve of Labor Day weekend
As Labor Day approaches and Hidalgo County officials raise concerns concerns that people will celebrate the holiday weekend in large groups, Hidalgo County saw 25 more deaths related to COVID-19 and 270 more positive cases. There are now 28,178 known COVID-19 cases in the county and 1,233 COVID-19 fatalities. “While we’re experiencing a slower rate of death,…
Read MoreCOVID-19 fatalities in Hidalgo County surpass 1,200; 239 new cases reported
As the Labor Day holiday approaches, Hidalgo County officials continue to urge the public to keep avoiding large crowds to prevent a rise in cases. 23 residents died Wednesday due to complications related to COVID-19, the same day 239 people tested positive for the virus. The county said in a news release that the total number of…
Read MoreSuspect identified in deadly Sullivan City shooting
UPDATE: THURSDAY, SEPT. 3, 11:57 A.M. A 1st Degree Felony Murder warrant has been issued for a 26-year-old suspect in a deadly Wednesday shooting and stabbing who may have fled to Mexico. The Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the death of Alfredo Sandoval, 27, who was pronounced dead after he was transported to a…
Read MoreHidalgo County COVID-19 death toll rises by 14; 131 new cases reported
14 people died Tuesday from complications related to COVID-19 on the same day 131 people tested positive for the virus, Hidalgo County announced in a news release. The total number of known positive cases is now 27,669 with the COVID-19 death count stands at 1,185. “My deepest sympathies to the friends and family of the 14 additional…
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