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Ricardo Saenz, program manager of the Rio Grande Valley Broadband Coalition.

Saenz: Thank you, Methodist Healthcare Ministries, for putting together such a meaningful convening

A guest column from the program manager of the Rio Grande Valley Broadband Coalition.
State Rep. Christina Morales, D-Houston, chairs the House Democratic Campaign Committee. (Photo: RGG/Steve Taylor)

Morales: On a good day, Democrats can flip the Texas House

An interview with chair of the Texas House Democratic Campaign Committee.
Mostafa Malki, associate director of UTRGV's Institute for Advanced Manufacturing. (File photo: RGG/Steve Taylor)

UTRGV’s Institute for Advanced Manufacturing Hosts Two-Day Summit to Drive Regional Innovation and Industrial Growth

Greater Brownsville EDC and COSTEP are co-sponsors.
A close-up of Rachel Reyes holding a photo of her son, Ruben Ray Martinez. (Photo credit: Brenda Bazán/NPR)

America’s Voice Launches Billboard Campaign Across RGV Denouncing Mass Deportation Impact

Ad push comes as recent public opinion polling reflects growing anger with aggressive deportation strategies.
Henry G. Cisneros, former U.S. Housing & Urban Development secretary and former San Antonio mayor. (Photo: Ron Whitlock/Ron Whitlock Reports)
Video interviews with Henry Cisneros, Rene Capistran, and Cecilia Herrera.
Fast Port LLC general manager Steve Perez says the Port of Brownsville can become the world's first smart trade corridor. (Photo: RGG/Steve Taylor)
A podcast with international trade experts Steve Perez and Jerry McDonald.
Moises Arjona, Jr., CEO of Unidos Contra la Diabetes. (Photo courtesy: UCD)
The "Unidos En Salud: Bridging Hearts and Health for Diabetes Awareness" conference takes place Nov. 12.

Texas House candidates commit to supporting Valley Interfaith's agenda

Nonprofit group held its 2026 Accountability Session at Knights of Columbus Hall Events Center in Mercedes.

Congressional candidate Bobby Pulido commits to supporting Valley Interfaith's agenda

Nonprofit group held its 2026 Accountability Session at Knights of Columbus Hall Events Center in Mercedes.

County judge candidates commit to supporting Valley Interfaith's agenda

Nonprofit group held its 2026 Accountability Session at Knights of Columbus Hall Events Center in Mercedes.

AltaCair Foundation hosts conference on bridging AI and health outcomes

The focus of Accelerator 2026 was on the practical role of AI in healthcare, access, whole person care, and community impact.

Wood, Zapien: How the midterms could impact US-Mexico relations

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The November midterm elections could fundamentally change the way Mexico needs to engage with Washington, according to a new op-ed in The Hill. The op-ed is titled: “How the …

Mercedes launches search for new city manager as major infrastructure, retail projects move forward

Edinburg-based Altiva Management Group, LLC, has been retained to manage the recruitment process.

Cuellar secures over 100 bipartisan endorsements across TX-28

U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar says he is honored to received an "overwhelming show of support for my reelection."

Hundreds turn out to celebrate life of beloved movie star

Hundreds attend a celebration of life event for the late R.J. Mitte.
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Ask the Expert

Ask the Expert: Knowing Your Family History Can Help Assess Your Breast Cancer Risks

Dr. Andrew Widener

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. As a primary care physician, I routinely discuss screening for cancer and other chronic diseases during annual exams.

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(Feature Impact) Conserving water, energy and resources is key to running an environmentally friendly household, and one of the best places to start is your bathroom. As one of the most frequently used rooms in the house, it's a small space that makes a big difference. Every flush, shower, twist of the tap and restock of restroom essentials is an opportunity to manage your ecological footprint.

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