Special to the Advance EDINBURG — The City of Edinburg, in partnership with the family of the late Wade H. Bliss, invites the public to a special ceremony on June 2 at 10 a.m., honoring Bliss's legacy and lasting contributions to the community.
By Gregg Wendorf Advance News Journal Note: Not too long ago, I had three friends in their 90s. All of them were still functioning close to 100 percent with regard to their physical health and mental acuity. They were a walking-talking encyclopedia of local historical knowledge, but did I take advantage of their memories when I still had the chance? No.
Dr. Jay Gonzalez, Ed.D, is the lone finalist for superintendent at Hidalgo ISD, according to a district press release dated this Tuesday. State law requires a 21-day waiting period before he can assume school duties, basically letting the public and district personnel fully vet the candidate before the contract, as well, reaches final agreement.
Texas lawmakers appear to have reached a deal this week and are on the brink of passing a sweeping plan to invest billions into the state’s fragile water infrastructure and future water supply over the next 20 years, ending months of tense, back door negotiations.
In an initiative to combat homelessness and to support housing stability for its residents, the City of McAllen has launched a program.
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