Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
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🏘️ Community
Fire agencies across the Valley will host a free Fire Safety Expo at Bert Ogden Arena on Monday, Jan.
12 from 4:20 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The event will offer live demonstrations, fire extinguisher training + expert advice on building a home escape plan.
🎭 Culture
Channel 5 News’ Chief Meteorologist Tim Smith is one of five finalists for the National Weatherperson of the Year Award.
Viewers can vote online until Friday, Jan. 30 at 4 p.m. CT, with the winner announced on Wednesday, Feb. 4.
🎓 Education
RGV LEAD launched the S3 Entrepreneurship Challenge for student entrepreneurs in the region, with a Zoom kickoff scheduled for Jan.
14 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. The program provides mentorship and real-world business skill training and charges $40 for member districts and $60 for non-members.
🏛️ Government
Residents raised concerns during the Jan.
6 council meeting about AI data centers (which may lead to higher electricity bills, increased water use and pollution) in Edinburg and questioned who would pay for necessary upgrades. City officials did not respond to these issues due to meeting rules.
🎉 Edinburg Events
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Valley Symphony Orchestra: Star Wars and Four Hands Concert
8-10 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the epic melodies of Star Wars alongside a stunning four-hand piano concerto in a night of cinematic celebration.
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