EDINBURG – The Hidalgo County Office of Emergency Management, in conjunction with the Sheriff's Office, has launched the "Prepared Not Scared" initiative to bring preparedness training to the residents of rural Hidalgo County. Both agencies are committed to working closely with rural residents through various community outreach projects along with partners such as ARISE, LUPE, and Proyecto Azteca. The first training is set for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at the Precinct 2 Community Resource Center located at 509 E. Earling Road in San Juan. Participants will be introduced to basic information on personal and family preparedness. Individuals ...