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El Periodico USA Staff Alamo April 23, 2025

Hidalgo County Judge Reacts to Governor Abbott, Senator Cornyn asking President for Emergency Declaration for

EDINBURG – Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez issued the following statement in response to Governor Greg Abbott and Senator John
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El Periodico USA Staff Community Events April 23, 2025

Edinburg Chamber Hosts Derby Day Fundraiser with Southern Flair and Style

The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce invites you to an unforgettable afternoon at Kentucky Derby at the Depot! Join us on
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El Periodico USA Staff Alamo April 22, 2025

Cornyn Supports Abbott’s Request for Additional Federal Disaster Relief Assistance for South Texas

AUSTIN – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) today sent a letter to President Donald J. Trump urging the swift deployment of
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El Periodico USA Staff Brownsville April 22, 2025

Second Round of Laptops being given out to Cameron County families in need

Second round of free laptops with internet access to be given to approximately 400 eligible (already confirmed through previously held registration
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El Periodico USA Staff Community Events April 22, 2025

McAllen’s Champion Lakes Golf Course to Once Again Host Golf Qualifier for Trip to Augusta

Drive, Chip & Putt Local Qualifier open to junior golfers ages 7 to 15 years old across South Texas Champion
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El Periodico USA Staff Alamo April 21, 2025

Governor Abbott Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration For South Texas Flooding

Governor Greg Abbott sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting a Presidential Disaster Declaration for South Texas communities impacted by recent
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El Periodico USA Staff Brownsville April 21, 2025

DHR Health Welcomes Dr. Juan M. Ortiz, Pulmonologist/Sleep and Critical Care Specialist

Brownsville and Rio Grande City, Texas: DHR Health is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Juan M. Ortiz, a board-certified
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El Periodico USA Staff Community News April 21, 2025

Shaun Dawson Named Edinburg Branch Manager for Greater Texas Credit Union

EDINBURG– Shaun Dawson, who has worked for 25 years at the Greater Texas Credit Union office in Edinburg, has been promoted
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El Periodico USA Staff Community News April 19, 2025

Chairmen Cruz and Babin Lead State Delegation in Support of Relocating NASA HQ to Texas

 Houston the ideal location for NASA to return to its core mission of space exploration WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senate
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El Periodico USA Staff Community Events April 19, 2025

Obesity Action Coalition to Host Free Weight and Health Event in McAllen

Your Weight Matters Regional Comes to City with Nation’s Highest Obesity Rates McAllen, TX – The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC)
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