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El Periodico USA Community News October 29, 2024

Knapp Medical Center Receives 5 Stars For Care Of Heart, Orthopedic & Diabetes Patients

Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, has been recognized for 5-star care of heart
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El Periodico USA Community News October 29, 2024

Man Who Murdered Fellow Soldier on Military Base in Germany Sentenced to Prison

Office of Public Affairs | U.S. Department of Justice | Press Release A former U.S. soldier was sentenced today to
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El Periodico USA Community News October 28, 2024

Abbott Demands Tren De Aragua Be Declared A Foreign Terrorist Organization

Governor Greg Abbott demanded Vice President Kamala Harris declare Tren de Aragua (TdA) as a foreign terrorist organization during her
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El Periodico USA Community News October 28, 2024

International alumna makes the American Dream a reality at STC

With the support of South Texas College, Colombia native Karen Cantu was able to pursue her dream of helping others,
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El Periodico USA Community News October 28, 2024

STC student finds purpose in Pharmacy Technology, aspires to make a difference

After years of exploring various career paths, South Texas College student Kelsie Medina unexpectedly found the perfect fit in Pharmacy Technology, with
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El Periodico USA Community Events October 26, 2024

STC Foundation hosts Gala, thanks college donors

The South Texas College Foundation recently hosted its second annual Foundation Gala. The sold-out event raised nearly $200,000, with all proceeds
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El Periodico USA Awards October 26, 2024

Brownsville SPI International Airport Named Finalist For Accessible Airports Award

Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport (BRO) has been named a finalist for the prestigious Accessible Airports Award at the
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El Periodico USA Community News October 26, 2024

Minimally-Invasive Robotic Surgery Now Available at Knapp Medical Center

Dr. Ernesto Garza performs Mid-Valley’s 1st state-of-the-art “da Vinci Xi” robotic surgery; to benefit patients needing wide range of surgeries Knapp
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El Periodico USA Community News October 26, 2024

STC alum rises from migrant roots to become a successful therapist

After spending most of his life away from home, working as a migrant in the fields, Jesus Gonzalez transformed his
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El Periodico USA Community News October 26, 2024

Governor Abbott Highlights Fentanyl Poisoning Deaths Decrease In Texas

Office of the Texas Governor | Greg Abbott | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott highlighted new data published by the Texas Department
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