Finalist for Service to America Medal
The Sammies, sometimes called the “Oscars” of government service, are a highly respected honor with a rigorous selection process.
Tension at UT-Austin Continues Over "The Eyes of Texas"
Dozens of students at the University of Texas at Austin who give campus tours are refusing to work over a dispute about a plaque with “The Eyes of Texas” lyrics hanging in the Welcome Center.
Water Utilities Celebrates Drinking Water Week
City staff is observing Drinking Water Week by sharing information about the critical aspect that our tap water has in citizen’s everyday lives and the meaningful role water professionals hold for the City.
Cease and Desist Order Against EscoCapital
According to the order, EscoCapital and Anthony Jerome aka Anthony Vitale, a salesperson, are advertising the cryptocurrency investments through an online marketplace and an internet website. Their pitch is strongly tied to the pandemic.
Intercepting Narcotics at Pharr International Bridge
A secondary examination allowed the officers to detect packages of suspected narcotics concealed within the trailer.
Building Safety Month
Homes and buildings that are built in compliance with building safety codes and the officials who enforce the codes are essential to helping communities minimize the risks of death, injury and property damage in the event of a disaster.
Antipsychotic Drugs in Nursing Facilities Decreased
Texas now ranks 11th in the nation in terms of reducing prevalence of antipsychotic drug use for long-term-care residents.
Consumer Alert -Beware of Unemployment Identity Theft
Texans who are not claiming unemployment benefits and have information that a claim was filed using their identity should report the identity theft claim on the Texas Workforce Commission’s (TWC) online portal.
Elexis Morado signs to play basketball at TLU
After a high school basketball career that included a long list of accomplishments, Santa Gertrudis Academy senior Elexis Morado is ready to make the leap to the next level.
Agriculture Specialists Prevent Destructive Pests from Entering the U.S.
According to APHIS, the Longhorn beetle is a destructive pest of wood, causing millions of dollars of damage annually to the timber industry.
Honduran National Dies of Vehicle Incident Near King Ranch*
When BPAs located the individual, he informed them that he and another migrant were run over by a Border Patrol vehicle while they were burrowed next to each other in the grass.
Brush Country CASA
Brush Country CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) talks about the need for volunteers to assist with children in the foster care system.
Securities Commissioner Warns Investors About Deceptive Firm Names
They adopt these names to confuse investors – often pretending to be a legitimate business or falsely showing some type of affiliation with a familiar company.
Neighborhood Services Department Created
The purpose of the merger is to increase efficiency and reduce redundancy in service administration.
Texas Secretary Ruth Hughs Participates In RGV Engagement Tour
In her capacity as the Governor's liaison for Texas Border and Mexican Affairs, the Secretary visited with key entities impacted by cross-border trade between Texas and Mexico.
Traffic Stop Resulted in Finding $591,110 in Undeclared U.S. Currency
It is believed the currency was a result of profit gained through illegal means.
Public Libraries Hosting Hybrid Book Launch
The Corpus Christi Public Libraries will host their first hybrid author meet and greet on Saturday, May 1 at 11:30 a.m. at the La Retama Central Library.
Edcouch Man Wanted on Child Sexual Assault Charges
Jaime Javier Ruelas Mireles has an outstanding arrest warrant for aggravated child sexual assault.
Illegal Oil Dump in Kingsville
Kingsville police and code enforcement officers are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the individual(s) responsible for illegally dumping barrels on Young Drive between last night and this morning.