09/23/2019
09/23/2019
Local News for Mission, Texas
09/23/2019
09/22/2019
Mission Police support fallen officer's son at first game
MCALLEN, TX (KGBT) – Following the death of Mission PD's Cpl. Jose “Speedy” Espericueta, the department vowed to take care of the fallen officer's … Read the rest of the article on rgv.news READ MORE.
09/22/2019
KENS 5 & Kens5.com: Raz Sink has made …
Raz Sink has made it her mission to bring awareness to the problem of bullying. Her latest method is edible…with a message hidden in the sugary sweetness. Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/22/2019
City of Mission Texas: It’s Sunday! Embrace it …
It’s Sunday! Embrace it #Mission. #SundayFunday #SundayThoughts Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/22/2019
City of Mission Texas: Thank you all for …
Thank you all for your unwavering support! #BlueFamily #ThisIsForSpeedy h Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/22/2019
Hidalgo County: For generations, manufacturing has …
For generations, manufacturing has played a critical role in Texas’ diverse economy. Texas is home to approximately 17,500 manufacturing firms, 80 located in Hidalgo County. Texas manufacturers employ 7.1% workforce, including 7,500 in Hidalgo County. #NationalManufacturingMonth Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/22/2019
Federal task force arrests former Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office commander
A federal task force on Monday arrested a former Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office commander accused of forgery and credit card abuse. The Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Fugitive Task Force arrested former Sheriff’s Office Cmdr. Jose A. Padilla, 59, of Weslaco on Monday morning, said Juan Lara, a spokesman for the U.S. Marshals Service. Read More READ MORE.
09/22/2019
Sullivan City commissioner arrested
A Sullivan City commissioner was arrested on Saturday after he allegedly assaulted a woman. The Mission Police Department confirmed that Gabriel Salinas was arrested and booked into the Mission city jail on Saturday morning. According to Mission PD Investigator and public information officer Art Flores, police received a call at 7:39 a.m. regarding a domestic READ MORE.
09/22/2019
UTRGV announces tuition-free program
Thanks to a new program at the University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley, more than half of its undergraduate students will attend the university without having to pay for tuition in the next school year. On Monday, UTRGV announced the most expansive free-tuition program among public institutions in the state of Texas that targets students with READ MORE.
09/22/2019
CBS 4 News Rio Grande Valley: #UPDATE: A Sullivan City …
#UPDATE: A Sullivan City Commissioner arrested on Saturday morning has been released from the Mission city jail following an arraignment on behalf of the state, according to authorities. Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/22/2019
Mercado Mexicano celebrates culture in Mission
Rather than building walls, the Mission Historical Museum, along with the city and CamCoin, are building bridges to connect Mexican and American culture. This past weekend, the museum hosted their first Mercado Mexicano at the Mission Event Center, bringing over 20 local and international vendors to sell artisanal goods, clothing and decor in the community. READ MORE.
09/22/2019
KCEN TV: Free medical services offered …
Free medical services offered at 3rd annual Waco Medical Mission Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/22/2019
Sullivan City commissioner pleads no contest to misdemeanor assault, released from jail
A Sullivan City commissioner pleaded no contest to misdemeanor assault Saturday. Mission Police Department officers arrested Gabriel Salinas, 38, of Sullivan City — a member of the Sullivan City Commission and the brother-in-law of La Joya school board Trustee Oscar “Coach” Salinas — Saturday morning on suspicion of assault. Read More … Read the rest READ MORE.
09/22/2019
Funding for senior meals rejected by Mission board
The Mission Housing Authority board again failed to secure $40,000 in funding for services at a senior center on Wednesday after two board members refused to agree to the requirements set by the agency that funds the services. The Area Agency on Aging – or AAA – provides $40,000 to Mission Housing Authority for three READ MORE.
09/22/2019
Mission Housing Authority votes against grant funds for local senior center- again
After appearing on the agenda for a second time, commissioners at the Mission Housing Authority voted Wednesday to once again not let a local senior center allow members of the public to enter, effectively preventing them from receiving more funding for employees. The senior center at Mission’s Palm Plaza Development had $40,000 in funds to READ MORE.
09/21/2019
Sullivan City commissioner arrested on misdemeanor assault charge
Sullivan City Commissioner Gabriel Salinas was booked at the Mission city jail Saturday morning on a misdemeanor assault charge. Officers booked Salinas, 38, of Sullivan City at 8:30 a.m. Saturday. Read More … Read the rest of the article on progresstimes.net READ MORE.
09/21/2019
City of Mission Texas: Mission officers vowed to …
Mission officers vowed to take care of Cpl. Espericueta’s family. They kept that promise as they showed up for Joaquin’s 1st football game. Speedy’s son was named honorary capt. So many officers & city leaders were there to support! #ThisIsForSpeedyp9kY Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/21/2019
Palmview City Council approves nearly $6.7 million budget, property tax rate remains unchanged
The Palmview City Council approved a nearly $6.7 million budget during a special meeting Saturday afternoon. Administrators prepared a balanced budget, which included conservative revenue projections and a $140,000 contingency, said City Manager Michael Leo. Palmview will keep the current property tax rate. Read More … Read the rest of the article on progresstimes.net READ MORE.
09/21/2019
Community remembers Alton bus crash that killed 21 Mission CISD students 30 years ago
ALTON – Saturday marks the 30th anniversary of the tragic Alton bus crash that took the lives of 21 Mission CISD students, and today, a new … Read the rest of the article on rgv.news READ MORE.
09/21/2019