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Be Warm And Safe During Cold Weather

January 4, 2013 News

With the cold temperatures, fire officials remind you to keep your eye on your heaters.

The San Juan Fire Department says that they respond to more fires around the holidays because …

Hidalgo County Man Released By Kidnappers

January 4, 2013 News
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Hidalgo County Sheriff say the man kidnapped from his home has been released by his captors.

Although Jorge Cavazos Cedillo was released this morning, authorities say the whole incident is suspicious.

Cedillo …

Authorities Investigate Kidnapping in Alamo

January 3, 2013 News
Authorities Investigate Kidnapping in Alamo

The Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the community’s help to locate a man that was allegedly kidnapped from his own home.

The alleged kidnapping occurred this morning just north …

Pregnant Woman Killed in San Antonio Was A Valley Native

January 2, 2013 News
Pregnant Woman Killed in San Antonio Was A Valley Native

A tragic crime that began in San Antonio, and ended in Las Vegas. Has ties to the Rio Grande valley.

Authorities were searching for 33-year-old Narada Goodrum. Wanted for the murder …

Clinton continues to recover in New York hospital

January 2, 2013 Health
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Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton continues to recover in a New York hospital where she’s being treated for a blood clot in her head.

Her doctors say blood thinners are …

Palmview man murdered near home

January 2, 2013 News
Palmview man murdered near home

A sister shedding tears over the sudden loss of her brother a father the last member of the family to speak with him.

His name was Albert Alaniz he lived with …

One person dead after gang clash

January 2, 2013 News
One person dead after gang clash

Another person died after what authorities are calling a gang clash. According to information, the incident occurred during the early Tuesday hours at a home on the 300 block of San …

Hidalgo Deputies Look For Gunman At Large

December 28, 2012 News
Hidalgo Deputies Look For Gunman At Large

Deputies responded to calls of a drive-by-shooting this afternoon, in Hidalgo County.

Sources tell FOX 2 that at around 5:30 p.m., a man was standing on I Road and Owassa, when …

Man is Behind Bars After Child Assault in the City of Brownsville

December 28, 2012 News
Man is Behind Bars After Child Assault in the City of Brownsville

In Brownsville, a father his behind bars for allegedly choking his 12-year-old child.

Authorities say Joel Humberto Hinojosa was strangling his son at their home when his daughter tried to call …

US pending home sales rise to highest in 2½ years

December 28, 2012 Business
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WASHINGTON (AP)

A measure of Americans who signed contracts to buy homes increased last month to its highest level in two and a half years, the latest sign of improvement in the …

Katie Holmes’ return to Broadway

December 28, 2012 Entertainment
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NEW YORK (AP)

Katie Holmes’ return to Broadway will be much shorter than she would have liked.

The former Mrs. Cruise’s play “Dead Accounts” will close within a week of the new year. …

Thunder beats Mavericks 111-105

December 28, 2012 Sports
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Kevin Durant scored 40 points while Russell Westbrook added eight of his 16 points in overtime to help the Oklahoma City Thunder beat Dallas 111-105 on Thursday night for …


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  • Billboard Music Awards: Taylor Swift wins eight of 11 trophies swift

    Another day, another domination for Taylor Swift: She was the red hot winner at the Billboard Music Awards.

    Swift won eight of 11 awards, including top artist and top Billboard 200 …

  • Candice Glover wins ‘American Idol’ 2013 American Idol Finale Show

    LOS ANGELES (AP) — With a flawless voice that recalled past “American Idol” finalist Jennifer Hudson and a sense of determination after not making it in previous seasons, Candice Glover …

  • “American Idol” season finale TV American Idol Finalists

    LOS ANGELES (AP) — Randy Jackson isn’t sure which budding diva will take the crown on “American Idol.”

    The veteran judge of the Fox talent competition declared Wednesday’s final performance round at …

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Category: GeneralMarcha y Feria de Salud

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May 1, 2013 1:16 pm

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Category: GeneralMMA - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER

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May 2, 2013N/A

HARLINGEN, Texas – The 62nd National Day of Prayer will take place on Thursday, May 2 from 7 to 8 p.m. in Yeckel Auditorium, located on the Marine Military Academy (MMA) campus in Harlingen. People of all faiths are invited to participate in this free, community-wide assembly.

The purpose of the National Day of Prayer is to encourage personal repentance and righteousness in the culture and mobilize the community to intercede for its city, state and nation and its leadership in the seven centers of power: government, military, media, business, education, church and family.

At the event, nine different community leaders will lead the audience in united prayer. Live praise music will also be played to inspire joy, hope and revival.

For more information on the 62nd National Day of Prayer, contact Joyce Akin at (956) 425-1881 or Lisa Roberts at 425-1991.

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Category: ArtJunior Ranger Day

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May 4, 2013 3:00 pm

Join the park and community partners as we celebrate the National Park Service and its mission. Visit National Parks around the nation via live video programs, participate in activities and games about healthy living, and enjoy living history programs. Kids are invited to earn badges and prizes.
Time: 10 am. to 3 p.m.
Admission: Free of charge and open to the public
For more information: Call (956) 541-2785

Event Location: Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park, 7200 Paredes Line Rd.

Junior Ranger Day

Category: GeneralFiesta Cinco de Mayo

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May 4, 2013 8:00 pm

The City of Harlingen and the Office of the Mexican Consulate invite you to enjoy performances by Las Margaritas, Mariachi Imperial, Frutty Villarreal & Fit4Life Folklorico Dance, and Grupo Norteño Los Federales! Saturday, May 4th from 3 PM - 8 PM .Admission is FREE!

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Category: GeneralSouth Texas Hurricane Conference 2013

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May 8, 2013 5:00 pm

In 2013 South Texas Hurricane Conference provides a forum for current trends and topics, information about the latest tools and technology in emergency preparedness management and homeland security, and preparedness function for the region.

The large exhibit hall will be open to the public on both days of the conference. We will have vendors available to provide critical preparedness information and resources to help empower residents with the necessary tools to prepare for a hurricane or tropical storm. We will also have emergency vehicle demonstrations for the following departments.

City of Weslaco Rio Grande Emergency Medical Regional Response Team (Mobile Command Trailer)
Texas Department of Public Safety (Response Boat)
San Juan PD Task Force (Swat Vehicle Truck)

As well as a wide variety of other emergency response vehicles.

This event is completely free to the public.

South Texas Hurricane Conference 2013

Category: ConcertDISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY

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May 8, 2013

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of you favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lighting McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

Children ages 2+ require ticket

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Category: GeneralSouth Texas Hurricane Conference 2013

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May 9, 2013 5:00 pm

In 2013 South Texas Hurricane Conference provides a forum for current trends and topics, information about the latest tools and technology in emergency preparedness management and homeland security, and preparedness function for the region.

The large exhibit hall will be open to the public on both days of the conference. We will have vendors available to provide critical preparedness information and resources to help empower residents with the necessary tools to prepare for a hurricane or tropical storm. We will also have emergency vehicle demonstrations for the following departments.

City of Weslaco Rio Grande Emergency Medical Regional Response Team (Mobile Command Trailer)
Texas Department of Public Safety (Response Boat)
San Juan PD Task Force (Swat Vehicle Truck)

As well as a wide variety of other emergency response vehicles.

This event is completely free to the public.

South Texas Hurricane Conference 2013

Category: ConcertDISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY

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May 9, 2013

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of you favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lighting McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

Children ages 2+ require ticket

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Category: ConcertDISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY

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May 10, 2013

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of you favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lighting McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

Children ages 2+ require ticket

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Category: ConcertDISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY

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May 11, 2013

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of you favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lighting McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

Children ages 2+ require ticket

Category: GeneralMother's Day Breakfast

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May 11, 2013 12:08 pm

The Mission Historical Museum will exclusively be treating our members to a memorable Mother’s Day Appreciation Breakfast. Come and enjoy a delicious breakfast and be serenaded with Trio music by Los Padrinos. Trio is a method of instrumentation or vocalization by three different sounds or voices to make a melodious music or song.This talented group were born and raised in rural South Texas. Juan Porras, Jose Carrio, and Miguel Angel Juarez are self- taught musicians whose interpretations of “Trio” music are harmoniously sung along with the sounds of a Spanish guitar. Los Padrinos will perform the traditional serenade “Las Mananitas” which is most appropriate for Mother’s Day. This special event will be held on May 11, 2013 at 10 am in the Annex Building at 200 E. Tom Landry. Please RSVP by calling (956) 580-8646

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Category: ConcertDISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY

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May 12, 2013

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of you favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lighting McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

Children ages 2+ require ticket

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Category: GeneralSolara Hospital First Annual Health Fair

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May 15, 2013 1:01 pm

Join us for our First Annual Health Fair at Solara Hospital! Visit with companies, speak with a dietitian about your diet, talk to a pharmacist about your medications, get your blood sugar and blood pressure checked and much more! Join us for refreshments, giveaways, and valuable information about your health! See you there!

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Category: General1 Mile Tiger Run

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May 18, 2013 3:17 pm

1 mile running event is going be held at the Brownsville sports park on May 18 2013 at 8am. The race will be 10.00 per person. A t-shirt will be provided for the first 100 participants. All proceeds will go towards Harmony Science Academy Athletics program for all of our students k-12 grade level.

1 Mile Tiger Run

Category: GeneralHarmony Science Academy 1mile Fun Run and Health Fair

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May 18, 2013 10:15 am

This Saturday May 18th HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY will be having a marathon event. Our goal is to get our children and community active and learn more about healthy lifestyles. This event will be held at the BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK. EVENT STARTS AT 8:00 a.m PUBLIC US INVITED TO JOIN US.

Harmony Science Academy 1mile Fun Run and Health Fair

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Category: GeneralBud Light River City Rockfest

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May 26, 2013 12:48 pm

Guns N’ Roses, Alice in Chains, Bullet for my Valentine, Skillet, Halestorm, Asking Alexandria, All That Remains, Clutch, The Sword, and more. For additional updates to the Bud Light River City Rockfest, visit RiverCityRockfest.com.

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Category: General3rd Annual Summer Knights Fishing Tournament

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May 31, 2013N/A

The Knights of Columbus Council 2698 from Mission are happy to announce the 3nd Annual “Summer Knights” Fishing Tournament on South Padre Island, Texas. The tournament will take place May 31st & June 1st, 2013 at Louie’s Backyard on the Island. Friday’s festivities begin at 4:00 pm with registration, music and fun. Fishing begins on Saturday at 6:00 am with weigh in from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm that day followed by prizes, dinner then music by Roy Solis. Proceeds are to benefit the Columbian Squires Circle 1492 from St. Paul’s Catholic Church Mission, Texas.

3rd Annual Summer Knights Fishing Tournament

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Category: General3rd Annual Summer Knights Fishing Tournament

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June 1, 2013N/A

The Knights of Columbus Council 2698 from Mission are happy to announce the 3nd Annual “Summer Knights” Fishing Tournament on South Padre Island, Texas. The tournament will take place May 31st & June 1st, 2013 at Louie’s Backyard on the Island. Friday’s festivities begin at 4:00 pm with registration, music and fun. Fishing begins on Saturday at 6:00 am with weigh in from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm that day followed by prizes, dinner then music by Roy Solis. Proceeds are to benefit the Columbian Squires Circle 1492 from St. Paul’s Catholic Church Mission, Texas.

3rd Annual Summer Knights Fishing Tournament

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