IDEA Public Schools now provide free breakfast and lunch to every student at 51 campuses (serving nearly 34,000 students) in the Valley.
The change began Monday, Aug. 17 under the Community Eligibility Provision so families need not apply for meal benefits.
La Joya ISD secured a $10 million Texas ACE grant to support free afterschool and summer programs at 10 elementary campuses.
Students will receive tutoring, STEAM activities, and academic help starting Sept. 1.
The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library is offering free U.S. citizenship exam preparation classes starting in September in partnership with Uniendo Naciones Solo Por Servir.
English classes will run on select Saturdays and Spanish classes on select Thursdays at the library (956-383-6246 for registration).
Edinburg Police remind drivers to follow school bus stop laws as buses resume service next week.
Motorists must slow in school zones and stop for flashing red bus lights — rules vary by road type to keep students safe.
USDA officials say that the screwworm spread slowed this August, but local ranchers and pet owners must stay alert for signs like wound irritation and larvae.
Inspect a poster at the Edinburg Livestock Auction for more details.
Community members honor the late Juan Manuel Escobar during visitation today at St. Gertrude’s Catholic School in Kingsville.
The decorated Marine, athlete, and public servant will be remembered at a rosary tonight and a funeral Mass tomorrow at 11:00 a.m.
STHS Behavioral and Talkspace are partnering to merge virtual therapy + in-person support, forming an integrated mental health system aimed at offering better care and easier access for community members.
The new alliance helps address mental well-being before issues become critical.
Make-A-Wish RGV will host its annual 5K Run & Walk at Tres Lagos North Park on Saturday, Sept.
12 at 8:30 a.m. to support granting wishes for critically ill children.
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