Courtesy Xochitl Mora, City staff seeking public input to have a strong Vision Zero Plan that will save lives (McAllen, Texas)-The City of McAllen is inviting its residents, community advocates and stakeholders to actively participate once again in helping McAllen improve roadways safety, this time through the review of the draft Vision Zero plan. Community

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-The City of McAllen will be issuing sandbags Friday, July 5 and Saturday, July 6 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., both days, weather permitting, for McAllen residents at the City of McAllen Westside Softball Complex (Westside Park), located at 1000 S. Ware Rd. Residents must show proof of residency, including

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Applications being accepted until July 26, 2024 (McAllen, Texas)-The McAllen Police Department is now accepting applications for its next Citizens’ Police Academy. Starting August 15 and running through October 16, 2024,the 10-week academy will meet every Thursday evening from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. There is no cost to apply and selected applicants

Courtesy Monet Ramon, (McAllen, Texas)-Meet Marina, a 1-year-old Shepherd Mix who will mark her one-year anniversary at the shelter in August, hoping to find her forever family before then. Marina is a bundle of joy, full of playful energy and pup-like charm, at a mid-high energy level always ready for adventure. She is a social

Courtesy Arturo Olivarez, Laredo, TX –  U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) released the following statement after President Biden announced two executive actions that protect DREAMers and noncitizen spouses and children of citizens: “I applaud the administration for working to protect DREAMers and noncitizen spouses and children of U.S. citizens. These executive actions will help

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, As the City of McAllen begins the Main & Jay Drainage Improvement project, storm infrastructure construction will cause a closure at the Bicentennial Hike & Bike Trail from Lark Avenue to Dove Avenue. The hike & bike trail will be closed to all pedestrian and cyclist traffic beginning on Tuesday, June 18,

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-In 2024, the summer solstice occurs on Thursday, June 20, 2024, and is celebrated around the world. Due to inclement weather expected on this date, the Summer Solstice Nature Festival has been rescheduled to Thursday, June 27, 2024. Bring the family to Quinta Mazatlán, located at 600 Sunset Drive in McAllen,

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, McAllen Police is looking to hire motivated individuals who desire a career in public safety and want to make a difference in their community. Individuals looking for an opportunity to earn a competitive salary with benefits and are able to perform at a professional level should apply at the City of McAllen