Beginning May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers must be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights or enter certain federal facilities. While a REAL ID driver’s license or ID card meets these federal requirements, a U.S. passport is also an acceptable alternative form of identification. To help residents prepare, the City

The USDA Forest Service is hiring permanent wildland firefighters for the 2025 fire year across national forests and grasslands. Positions include aviation officers, dispatchers, equipment operators, fire engine operators, fire management officers, fire planners, fire prevention specialists, forestry aids and technicians, handcrew members, helitack crew members, hotshot crew members, pilots,

Valid identification, check or money order on hand required to apply; first come, first serve The City of McAllen Passport Division will be open on Sat., March 22, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at its facility in the McAllen Downtown Parking Garage, located at 221 S. 15th St. Applicants

Alumna takes her career to new heights At just 19 years old, Ana Paola Martinez has already achieved a significant milestone in her career by securing a remarkable job opportunity in Washington, D.C., an accomplishment she credits to South Texas College, where she began her political science journey. “I would

The U.S. General Services Administration has announced a $263 million investment to modernize the Brownsville-Gateway Land Port of Entry, a critical link between the United States and Mexico. The project, spearheaded by Alabama-based Brasfield & Gorrie LLC, will replace outdated facilities with state-of-the-art buildings, including a 48,000-square-foot administration building, expanded

This week, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) hosted the 2025 Texas Targeted Violence Prevention and Behavioral Threat Management Conference at the Hilton Palacio del Rio in San Antonio. The three-day conference, which ran Jan. 13 through 15, brought together more than 350 stakeholders from across the country to learn from

The City of Brownsville’s Department of Engineering and Public Works Traffic Branch has announced the temporary closure of East 12th Street on Friday, January 17, 2025. The closure will affect the stretch between East Elizabeth Street and East Levee Street. This temporary measure is necessary to facilitate roof improvement work

Scheduled appointments for this event have been filled, but walk-in opportunities are still available! Please note the following details to ensure a smooth process: Walk-In Times: Walk-ins will be accepted up to 30 minutes before closing each morning and afternoon. Required Documents: To complete the application process, bring proof of

The Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport (BRO) is further enhancing its emergency response efforts with the addition of a new, state-of-the-art Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicle. The emergency support truck is now housed at the airport’s Brownsville Fire Department Station and is designed for usage by the

Step into the enchanting world of Christmas traditions, where festive customs and cherished family rituals come to life. Christmas unites billions of people across the globe in a joyous celebration of diverse and unique traditions. While December 25th shines as the centerpiece, the season’s festivities illuminate different parts of the