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El Periodico USA Staff Community News September 16, 2025

“Continuing Challenges in the ECOD: City Cuts Power to Unsafe Establishments”

Last week, in close coordination with public safety partners, the City of McAllen disconnected electrical service to more than a
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El Periodico USA Staff Community Events August 26, 2025

McAllen ISD launches new program for adults to earn high school diploma

McAllen ISD is now offering a free diploma completion program for adults. Called the Step-up Program, it is designed specifically
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El Periodico USA Staff Awards August 21, 2025

McAllen ISD earns highest grade in the state accountability system

McAllen ISD has earned an “A” Rating from the state of Texas. This was achieved through the state accountability system
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El Periodico USA Staff Education August 20, 2025

McAllen ISD theatre arts teacher named Regional Teacher of the Year

Isidro Lerma, a theatre arts teacher from McAllen ISD’s James “Nikki” Rowe High School, has earned Regional Secondary Teacher of
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El Periodico USA Staff Business August 18, 2025

Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks Start of North Rooth Road Siphon Project

McALLEN, TEXAS – Hidalgo County Precinct 4, in partnership with the City of McAllen and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 1, celebrated the groundbreaking
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El Periodico USA Staff Awards August 16, 2025

STHS Mcallen Earns Comprehensive Level I Trauma Center Redesignation From The Texas Department Of State

STHS McAllen’s Level I Trauma Center plays a vital role as part of the South Texas Health System Trauma &
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El Periodico USA Staff Community News August 14, 2025

McAllen ISD Enforces New Restrictions on Personal Communication Devices in Compliance with State Law HB

In accordance with House Bill 1481, the McAllen Independent School District (McAllen ISD) has implemented a new policy restricting the
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El Periodico USA Staff Community News July 28, 2025

McAllen ISD to Host Annual Back-to-School Bash on July 29

McAllen Independent School District (McAllen ISD) is excited to announce its annual Back to School Bash, taking place on Tuesday,
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El Periodico USA Staff Community News July 25, 2025

McAllen ISD earns state District of Distinction Award for 6th straight year

McAllen ISD’s dedication to unlocking its students’ imagination in the visual arts continues to create dividends. McAllen ISD has earned
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El Periodico USA Staff Community News July 23, 2025

City of McAllen, McAllen EDC join Region One ESC Initiative to Strengthen Education Workforce

McAllen, Texas – The City of McAllen, in partnership with the McAllen Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), has joined Region One Education Service
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