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El Periodico USA Community News September 12, 2024

Mission EDC Awards $150,000 in Funding to Local Businesses

The Mission Economic Development Corporation (Mission EDC) is making waves with its commitment to revitalizing the city’s downtown area. Through
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El Periodico USA Community News September 12, 2024

Shaping the future of STC’s bachelor programs through passion and dedication

Not long ago, South Texas College faculty member Laura Garcia fulfilled a lifelong dream of transitioning from staff to educator,
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El Periodico USA Community News September 11, 2024

Meeting the moment with a historic transportation investment

Texas is booming. Our state adds a new Texan almost every minute of every day. Our quality of life and
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El Periodico USA Community News September 11, 2024

UTRGV School of Nursing: Making a Difference

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) School of Nursing, under the guidance of Clinical Professor Gilda Rodriguez, RN,
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El Periodico USA Community News September 11, 2024

Make a Splash by Promoting Water Safety

Are you passionate about water safety and ready to make a difference in your community? We’re on the lookout for
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El Periodico USA Community News September 10, 2024

Edinburg Smoke Detectors for the Community

We’re excited to share some incredible news! Our dedicated Edinburg firefighters are offering complimentary smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms
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El Periodico USA Community News September 10, 2024

Alum Transforms Military Experience Into High-Tech Career

Six weeks into a new career, designing and crafting jet engine parts for GE Aerospace, South Texas College alumnus Jose
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El Periodico USA Community News September 10, 2024

‘Make A Plan to Vote’

In a newly released advertisement, Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson reminds Texans that now is the time to make a
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El Periodico USA Community News September 9, 2024

Over $4.3 Million In Grants To South Texas Veteran Service Organizations

Office of the Texas Governor | Greg Abbott | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott announced 17 Fund for Veterans’ Assistance
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El Periodico USA Community News September 9, 2024

Unprecedented: UTRGV reaches $284 million in fundraising

Milestone includes $72 million raised this academic year, continuing streak of record-breaking milestones for the university Building on its recent
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