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Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Edinburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two South Texas brothers, Sergio and Francisco Perez, were charged with money laundering connected to Leo’s Clothing in Hidalgo—Homeland Security Investigations began after more than $230,000 was found in a vehicle and over two million dollars were allegedly laundered through the business, with their first court appearance held on Thursday. KURV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Allied Consulting Group report shows that sales tax revenues for January have grown in many RGV cities since 2015, with steady gains in McAllen, Edinburg, Harlingen, Weslaco and Port Isabel—while others like Raymondville and South Padre Island have stalled. The charts, based on Texas Comptroller’s Office data, reveal a widening gap over the decade. Rio Grande Guardian
- ➤ Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement received a $200,000 grant from RSTEF to fund its Career Pathways and Supportive Services program—supporting vocational training and employment across seven counties in the region. Rio Grande Guardian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Texas Rio Grande Valley received $1 million—granted during the recent RSTEF Awards Ceremony at the Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport—for its Rio-South Texas Education and Community Foundation Endowed Scholarship designed to help local students pay for school. Rio Grande Guardian
- ➤ Valley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunities and Scholarships secured a $47,500 grant from RSTEF for expanding access to higher education at its 2025 Awards Ceremony held at the Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport. The funding will support residents in gaining skills and certifications—improving local education and job opportunities. Rio Grande Guardian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hidalgo County staff moved from the old courthouse to the new courthouse on March 19 in Edinburg, and all judicial proceedings and court activities are canceled next week for the transition. Officials plan a soft opening on March 31—workers will transfer historic documents, move personnel, and accept court filings electronically. MyRGV.com
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez said that $280 million in emergency funding for Rio Grande Valley farmers came from the December 2024 stop gap appropriations bill—aimed at helping producers hurt by Mexico’s failure to deliver water under the 1944 treaty. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said that the Texas Department of Agriculture in the Lower Rio Grande River Valley Water District began disbursing the funds immediately, though Gonzalez warned the aid was only a short-term fix. Rio Grande Guardian
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The CDC says millions of Americans, including many in the Rio Grande Valley, have diabetes linked to obesity, family history, and poor eating habits. A study shows eating over 45% of daily calories after 5 p.m. and skipping breakfast can harm blood sugar levels—experts advise changing daily habits to lower the risk of Type 2 Diabetes. KRGV
TRAVEL NEWS
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Atlas Maior Live Performance
8-10:30 p.m. — The Gremlin — Tickets vary — Experience the unique sounds of Atlas Maior combining diverse musical traditions in their RGV debut.
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Midland Concert
3 PM — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the blend of traditional sound and style from the acclaimed country trio Midland.
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Labubu and Sonny Angel Spring Market
5-9 p.m. — Tsunami Sushi — Free entry — Explore a whimsical market with adorable collectibles, cute vendors, and tasty snacks.
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