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Leadership with STC’s Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT) program were presenters at STMA’s membership meeting, which took place recently in McAllen. At the event, AMT introduced Precision Manufacturing students Jose Maldonado and Heriberto Jalomo, who each received a $2,000 scholarship by STMA for the fall 2023 and spring 2024 semesters.
El Periodico USA Community News March 27, 2024

STC Advanced Manufacturing Students Awarded Scholarships

The South Texas Manufacturers Association (STMA, a longtime partner of South Texas College, recently awarded two Precision Manufacturing Technology students
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El Periodico USA Community News March 26, 2024

The City of Palmview opened its first municipal library on Saturday

The grand opening took place at 505 Palmview Commercial Drive and featured appearances by two Rio Grande Valley authors. This
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El Periodico USA Business March 26, 2024

Brownsville City Offices To Be Closed On Good Friday And Easter Monday

The City of Brownsville is preparing for the upcoming Easter holiday by announcing the closure of all city offices on
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El Periodico USA Community News March 26, 2024

Staying Safe: Walmart’s Uniform Color Code for Emergencies

Being prepared for emergencies is crucial, but recognizing potential dangers isn’t always easy. That’s why Walmart stores nationwide have implemented
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El Periodico USA Business March 25, 2024

Weslaco daycares first in RGV to receive tax exemption

WESLACO, Texas— The City of Weslaco has been granted a tax exemption for its childcare facilities, providing a significant boost
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Sandra Leal
El Periodico USA Community News March 25, 2024

Mother of five earns bachelor’s degree and lands dream job at STC

Higher education once felt impossible for Sandra Leal, a devoted mother and longtime caregiver. Yet, through South Texas College, that
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El Periodico USA Community News March 23, 2024

John S. Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center Marks 2-Year Anniversary

HHSC, UTHealth Houston Collaboration Has Served More Than 12,000 Patients This month marks the two-year anniversary of the opening of
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El Periodico USA Community News March 23, 2024

Weslaco PD prepare for SB4

WESLACO, Texas— The fate of Senate Bill 4 hangs in uncertainty, but the Weslaco police department intends to abide by
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El Periodico USA Community News March 23, 2024

STHS Children’s Celebrates Its 18th Anniversary

For nearly two decades, South Texas Health System Children’s has been providing compassionate, quality care to the children of the Rio
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El Periodico USA Community News March 22, 2024

Be Safe. Drive Smart.

TxDOT urges drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists to follow state laws and save lives. TxDOT wants to remind Texans during their
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