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2021 McAllen Marathon Scott Crane Memorial Run to be held virtually

Wed, 12/16/2020 - 12:00am

Due to the ongoing public health concerns of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and in consultation with City of McAllen officials, the 2021 McAllen Marathon Scott Crane Memorial Run will be held as a virtual race experience. The Virtual McAllen Marathon Scott Crane Memorial Run will be supported by a series of virtual events held throughout January 15-17, 2021, the third weekend of January, which has become the traditional McAllen Marathon date.

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Screwy Louis I’m taking the vaccine

Wed, 12/16/2020 - 12:00am

I’m going to take the COVID-19 vaccine (two shots) as soon as I can get my hands on it. This afternoon works; but so far, I haven’t been able to set up an appointment, and I’m not even sure if the Pfizer vaccine has yet landed in Hidalgo County. Should be here this week, according to Hidalgo County officials, but the first doses are reserved for those who work in the healthcare industry.

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City of San Juan Announces Ruben Morin as New Chief of Police

Wed, 12/16/2020 - 12:00am

SAN JUAN – San Juan City officials have announced that they have selected Ruben Morin as the new Chief of Police for the City of San Juan. Morin, a native of the Rio Grande Valley and PSJA High School graduate, has over 27 years of law enforcement experience.

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DHR HEALTH TO HOST FLU SHOT EVENT FOR THE COMMUNITY

Wed, 12/16/2020 - 12:00am

EDINBURG — The DHR Health Urgent Care facility in Mission, Texas will be hosting a Drive Thru Flu Shot event on Saturday, December 19, 2020 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at 2121 E. Griffin Parkway, Suite 16. DHR Health Urgent Care is dedicated to the health needs of families in the Rio Grande Valley and encourages those who have not received a flu vaccine to attend the event.

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Lane Closures on Queen Isabella Memorial Causeway

Wed, 12/09/2020 - 12:00am

PHARR - The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces lane closures on the Queen Isabella Memorial Causeway (PR 100) because of routine maintenance which includes cathodic protection (anti-corrosion), paint and structural review/repair starting next week.