09/23/2019
09/23/2019
Local News for Pharr, Texas
09/23/2019
09/22/2019
Fire leaves three generations of Pharr family homeless
An early-morning fire Sunday left three generations of a Pharr family homeless and destitute. The Pharr Fire Department responded to the house in the 300 block of W. Kelly Ave. around 5 a.m. Sunday morning with five trucks. Pharr Fire Chief Leonardo Perez said the cause of the blaze is still under investigation. “There was READ MORE.
09/22/2019
PSJA ISD continues reach out initiative
PHARR, TX (KGBT) – One Valley school district is continuing their efforts in helping students that have dropped out, as well as at risk students, … Read the rest of the article on rgv.news READ MORE.
09/22/2019
Pharr Firefighters Extinguish Early Morning Fire at Home
Neighbors tell CHANNEL 5 NEWS the 4 people inside the home escaped safely. PHARR- The fire department in Pharr remains on scene at a house where a fire broke out early Sunday morning. Read the rest of the article on facebook.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.
09/21/2019
City of Pharr: Happening Now! The Pharr …
Happening Now! The Pharr International Trucking Expo is in full swing. Join us at the Pharr Events Center from 10PM – 5PM! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/21/2019
Hidalgo County: Commissioners Court held a …
Commissioners Court held a moment of silence for victims & survivors of the Alton Bus Crash. Today is the 30th anniversary of one of the deadliest school bus crashes in US history. We remember those lost & surviving children (now adults) who still bear scars of that horrific day. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/21/2019
PSJA students join global climate event
Chanting “climate change now, don’t let us down,” students of various ages marched toward city hall holding signs pertaining to climate change issues as part of a global effort on the issue. Students from across the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo school district took part in the Global Climate event, promoting sustainability and environmental awareness in a worldwide READ MORE.
09/21/2019
PSJA ISD: Tonight we honored families …
Tonight we honored families with children battling cancer as part of our “Go Gold” presentation in honor of National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month! The presentation was held during the @TheWolverineYbk football game in partnership with the Faith Family & Friends Foundation. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/21/2019
PSJA ISD: Ready for Week 4 …
Ready for Week 4 of High School Football! We’ll have the updates for the Brownsville Veterans vs PSJA Memorial game. Kick Off at 7:30pm #rgvweek3 #hsfb #txhsfb #psja #psjafamily Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/20/2019
Over 200 PSJA students/teachers participate in global climate march in Pharr
PHARR, TX (KGBT) – Over 200 PSJA ISD elementary and high school students and teachers marched on the streets of Pharr to join the global … Read the rest of the article on rgv.news READ MORE.
09/20/2019
City of Pharr: Proud of our PSJA …
Proud of our PSJA students for joining millions around the world during today’s March for Climate Change! Together we can make a difference! #PharrProud #ClimateAction #KeepPharrBeautiful Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/20/2019
Hidalgo County: Lots of road projects …
Lots of road projects happening in Precinct 1! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/20/2019
Pharr increases property tax rate
Pharr City Commissioners on Thursday voted to raise property taxes by about 11% in order to pay for infrastructure upgrades across the city, specifically for drainage improvements. Pharr City Manager Alex Meade said the average home in Pharr costs roughly $88,000, which would cost that median homeowner about $48 more annually. “If we don’t raise READ MORE.
09/20/2019
Pharr to Host 2019 International Trucking Expo TOMORROW, Saturday, Sep. 21 @ 10 am
The City of Pharr is excited to announce that the 2019 Pharr International Trucking Expo will take place from 10 am to 5 pm TOMORROW, Saturday, September 21, 2019, at the Pharr Events Center (3000 N. Cage Blvd) in Pharr. Admission is FREE. The post Pharr to Host 2019 International Trucking Expo TOMORROW, Saturday, Sep. READ MORE.09/20/2019
PSJA ISD Lowers Tax Rate for Third Consecutive Year
PHARR – The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District Board of Trustees took action recently to lower the tri-city school district’s tax rate for the third consecutive year. During a regularly called school board meeting held August 26, 2019, the Board adopted the district’s budget and approved a tax rate of 1.2725, a reduction of almost READ MORE.
09/20/2019
The Pharr Memorial Library will be having its 5th annual Pharr From Normal Writing Contest. There…
The Pharr Memorial Library will be having its 5th annual Pharr From Normal Writing Contest. There will be two sets of winners for two different age groups. Winners will receive: $100 CASH for 1st place $75 CASH for 2nd Place $50 CASH for 3rd Place Please read rules and regulations on the flyer. Submissions deadline READ MORE.
09/20/2019
An early picture from the Pharr Hotel in the early days of Pharr.
An early picture from the Pharr Hotel in the early days of Pharr. Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.
09/20/2019
City of Pharr: Pickleball will be closed …
Pickleball will be closed this weekend. Regular hours will resume next weekend at the Pharr Development Research Center. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
09/20/2019