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El Periodico USA Staff Community Events August 25, 2025

The PossAble Dream Adult High School Hosts First Day of School

PHARR – The PossAble Dream Adult High School is hosting its first day of school Monday, August 25, 2025 at its
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El Periodico USA Staff Community News August 23, 2025

Doggett won’t seek reelection to Congress if new district is upheld by courts, paving way

By Gabby Birenbaum, The Texas Tribune “Doggett won’t seek reelection to Congress if new district is upheld by courts, paving
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El Periodico USA Staff Community News August 23, 2025

In response to failures and grieving parents, Texas lawmakers advance flood bills

By Emily Foxhall, The Texas Tribune “In response to failures and grieving parents, Texas lawmakers advance flood bills” was first
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El Periodico USA Staff Featured August 22, 2025

Trump threatens to cut funding to California schools that don’t follow his anti-transgender policy

Washington (EFE).— U.S. President Donald Trump threatened on Thursday to withhold funding from schools in the state of California that
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El Periodico USA Staff Community Events August 22, 2025

STHS & Prominence Health To Provide Education During Special Event To Help Older Adults Understand

Entitled “Living with Heart Failure,” the program is part of STHS & Prominence Health’s “Senior Living Seminar Series,” which focuses
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El Periodico USA Staff Featured August 21, 2025

Breastfeeding Among Latina Mothers in the U.S.: Progress, Challenges, and Practical Solutions

The lack of health insurance, language barriers, and the absence of culturally adapted services limit many Latina women’s access to
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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 Animal Welfare August 20, 2025

Service Dog Bam Bam Reunited with Owner After Citywide Search

CHICAGO, IL – Bam Bam, the 14‑year‑old dachshund who serves as both a service and emotional support dog to Angel Santiago—a
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El Periodico USA Staff Education August 20, 2025

Mission CISD Welcomes New School Board Leadership

MISSION, TEXAS– During the regular board meeting on August 13, 2025, the Mission Consolidated Independent School District (Mission CISD) Board
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El Periodico USA Staff Community News August 20, 2025

City of McAllen Advises Residents on Main & Jay Drainage Improvements

NOTICE TO RESIDENTS: As the City of McAllen continues improving drainage throughout the city, the Main & Jay Drainage project
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