Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
Good morning, Edinburg.
🏘️ Community
A 64-year-old resident in Edinburg, Texas, received a new mobile home through Hidalgo County's Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program, aimed at improving living conditions for low-to-moderate-income homeowners.
🚨 Crime
U.S. Customs and Border Protection intercepted 838 pounds of methamphetamine, valued at nearly $7.5 million, concealed in a jicama shipment at Pharr International Bridge.
James Garcia receives a life sentence for his role in the drive-by shooting death of a six-year-old girl in Mission, Texas, with two other men also involved in the case.
A multi-agency raid involving local and federal authorities took place in an Edinburg neighborhood, sparking questions and concern among residents.
🎭 Culture
Nearly 3,000 people gather at the San Juan Basilica to celebrate La Virgin de Guadalupe, a tradition dating back to 1531, with masses, performances, and cultural festivities.
🎓 Education
Dr. Daniel P. King supports the Hidalgo County Prosperity Task Force's goal to enhance human capital and economic development in Texas.
State Rep. Armando "Mondo" Martinez has been advocating for 15 years to establish a public law school in the Rio Grande Valley to increase legal services and job opportunities in one of Texas' poorest regions.
South Texas Health System contributed $10,000 to the Texas A&M University Higher Education Center at McAllen to bolster educational efforts in nursing and allied health, aiming to enhance the healthcare workforce in Rio Grande Valley.
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