Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-The City of McAllen is proud to announce that Assistant City Manager Michelle Rivera has been named the 2024 Assistant of the Year by the Texas City Management Association (TCMA). This prestigious honor, awarded in memory of Valerie Bradley, recognizes Rivera’s outstanding leadership, ethical commitment, and significant contributions to both the

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, McAllen, Texas – On Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 8:00 a.m., Quinta Mazatlán will celebrate the 11th anniversary of the McAllen Tai Chi Group, honoring the journey of a practice that has brought health, balance, and community to its participants. Founded in 2014 by Dr. Xiaohui (Sophie) Wang, a UTRGV professor of

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-Following the recent severe weather and flooding, the City of McAllen is working alongside The Salvation Army to ensure affected residents receive hot meals during this challenging time. Meal distribution will take place at the Palmview Community Center, located at 3401 Jordan Rd., tomorrow, Tues., April 1, starting at 1:00 p.m.

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-In response to recent flooding, the City of McAllen will waive building permit requirements for home repairs caused by flood damage. This measure is intended to help residents recover more quickly from the effects of the storm. This waiver will be in effect for a grace period of 90 days to

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Mcallen, Texas-City of McAllen Emergency Management officials are encouraging residents and businesses to report damages related to yesterday’s severe thunderstorm. The community’s help will be vital in assessing the impact of the recent storm in the community. Residents and businesses who experienced storm-related damage, please report it through the Texas Division of

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-The McAllen Public Utility (MPU) Drive-Thru, located on the east side of McAllen City Hall at 1300 W. Houston Ave., will remain temporarily closed until further notice to allow the contractor additional time to complete renovations. During this period, MPU customers can continue to make payments at the customer service window

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-The McAllen Public Utility (MPU) Drive-Thru, located on the east side of McAllen City Hall at 1300 W. Houston Ave., will undergo renovations and will be temporarily closed for one week, starting on Mon., March 24, 2025. During this time, MPU customers can continue to make payments at the customer service

Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredo Port of Entry apprehended a traveler wanted in Waco, Texas on an outstanding felony warrant for indecency with a child, sexual contact. “Felony sexual offenses involving children are among the most heinous of the crimes that we encounter and apprehension of

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (Laredo, Texas)-Valid identification, cash checks, money order or credit card required to apply; first come, first serve (McAllen, Texas)-The City of McAllen Vital Statistics Department will be open on Sat., March 22, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at its location in the McAllen Downtown Parking Garage, 221 S. 15th St.