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Mobilized Traffic Lane Closure for El Rancho Road from 2nd Street to Jackson Avenue

Courtesy Roy Cantu, (McAllen, Texas)-As the City of McAllen moves forward with roadway improvements projects. Geotechnical bores for El Rancho Road will cause mobilized lane closure between 2nd Street to Jackson Road. The roadway will cause mobilized traffic lane closures to all through traffic along El Rancho Road between 2nd Street to Jackson Road. Lane

Elvira Alonzo selected as New Assistant City Manager

Courtesy Roy Cantu, (McAllen, Texas)-The City of McAllen is proud to announce the appointment of Elvira Alonzo to the position of Assistant City Manager, effective July 21, 2025. Alonzo brings a distinguished over 40-year career in public service at the City of McAllen, with experience in McAllen Public Works as Director, Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator,

Laredo CBP Officers Apprehend Fugitive Sought for Sexual Assault on a Child

Courtesy Rirchard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations, Laredo Port of Entry officers detained one male wanted for an alleged sexual crime against a child. “Our officers remain steadfast in their commitment to protecting our communities,” said Port Director Alberto Flores, Laredo Port of Entry. “The detention of this individual

Valley Faith and Civic Leaders Unite for Interfaith Candlelight Prayer Vigil

Courtesy Roy Cantu, Honoring First Responders and Guadalupe River Tragedy Victims McALLEN, TEXAS (Monday, July 14, 2025) – In a powerful expression of unity and compassion, local faith leaders and civic officials from across the Rio Grande Valley came together Monday evening to host an interfaith candlelight prayer vigil at the McAllen Performing Arts Center.

City of McAllen Names Director to Lead Newly Created Department of Special Events

Courtesy Roy Cantu, Carina Jimenez, a certified event executive, has over 20 years of experience with internationally awarded McAllen events (McAllen, Texas)-The City of McAllen is proud to announce the promotion of Carina Jimenez to serve as the Director of the newly created Department of Special Events. In this new role, Jimenez will lead efforts

McAllen Vital Statistics Division to Host Saturday Hours in July

Courtesy Xochtl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-Valid identification, cash checks, money order or credit card required to apply; first come, first serve. The City of McAllen Vital Statistics Department will be open on Sat., July 12, 2025 and Sat., July 26, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at its location in the McAllen Downtown Parking Garage,

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