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El Periodico USA Featured December 21, 2024

Life-changing explosion sparks a new career in firefighting

Surviving a near-fatal accident marked the beginning of a new life for South Texas College graduate Jose Luis Jaimes, who,
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El Periodico USA Community News August 26, 2024

Official Opening of McAllen Fire Training Facility

A momentous day for the McAllen Fire Department as they officially open their new state-of-the-art Fire Training Facility. This incredible
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El Periodico USA Featured August 12, 2024

More State Firefighting Resources Deployed

Office of the Texas Governor | Greg Abbott | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott announced that he has deployed state
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El Periodico USA Travel July 31, 2024

Firefighting Resources Deployed To California

Governor Greg Abbott announced that he has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) and Texas A&M Forest Service
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El Periodico USA Featured June 10, 2024

STC free training for local firefighters

Just a few months ago, Texas experienced the largest wildfire in the state’s history, and with an increasing threat over
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El Periodico USA Education May 16, 2024

STC celebrates Fire Academy’s 33rd Class

South Texas College Fire Academy has dedicated more than a decade to shaping hundreds of noble and skilled professionals. It
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El Periodico USA Local News May 7, 2024

Brownsville Firefighters Win Competition

In a display of skill and teamwork, Brownsville firefighters Carlos Garcia III and Jose Saldaña secured first place in the
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