Mar 27 2026
Special to the NEWS The City of San Benito contractors are completing the Freddy Fender Water Tower, with the iconic image of Freddy Fender restored to its place. According to a City of San Benito press release, the first phase of a two-tower water infrastructure upgrade project is nearly complete. The rehabilitation project continues the …
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Mar 27 2026
Special to the NEWS BROWNSVILLE, TX—Last week, Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño Jr. issued a statement regarding the proposed refinery project at the Port of Brownsville, highlighting both the potential economic benefits and the importance of transparency, environmental safeguards, and responsible planning as the region prepares for possible rapid growth. Judge Treviño said that the …
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Mar 27 2026
By ALBERT VILLEGASSpecial to the NEWS EDINBURG, TX—San Benito and Rio Hondo high schools saw their girls’ powerlifting teams reach the top level of competition last week by placing in the Texas High School Women’s Powerlifting Association Championship Finals held at Bert Ogden Arena. In Class 3A Division I, Rio Hondo’s Starlynn Garza won a …
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Mar 27 2026
By RAY QUIROGApublisher@sbnewspaper.com A long-standing exhibit spotlighting the history of the Resaca City, and curated by the San Benito Historical Society (SBHS), a volunteer organization dedicated to documenting and preserving San Benito’s history, was removed from the San Benito Community Building on Heywood Street. SBHS volunteers unceremoniously dismantled displays and removed artifacts from the building …
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Mar 27 2026
By ALBERT VILLEGASSpecial to the NEWS A groundbreaking ceremony was held in conjunction with a street improvement project that will be partially funded by the federal government, the City of San Benito announced last week. Leaders outlined the tentative location for the project’s start—the neighborhood encompassing Diaz, Carol, and Sombra streets. Taxpayers will contribute $600,000 …
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Mar 27 2026
By ALBERT VILLEGASSpecial to the NEWS For Jaiden Barbour, judging wins and losses in her past athletic activities didn’t always depend on a clock, as is common in many sports. Barbour has usually relied on learned technique, completing tasks, and self-discipline to measure her successes and failures. She demonstrated her value as a former student-athlete …
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Mar 27 2026
By JACQI LEYVA-HILLSpecial to the NEWS LOS INDIOS, TX — A new mayor and commissioner have assumed leadership in this small river community. According to Los Indios City Manager Jared Hockema, Anita Weaver has been both appointed and elected mayor for the remainder of Jaime Gonzalez’s term. Gonzalez recently stepped down from the position. His …
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Mar 20 2026
Special to the NEWS EDINBURG, TX—A 33-year-old San Benito woman was sentenced to 11 years in prison after admitting guilt to multiple charges related to a fatal 2022 drunk driving crash that left two others injured. Last Wednesday, in a Hidalgo County courtroom, Claudia Ann Carrizales from San Benito pleaded guilty to one count of …
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Mar 20 2026
By JOAQUIN CASTILLOCity of San BenitoMuseum Coordinator The City of San Benito Cultural Arts Department (CAD) announced its upcoming group exhibition held at the San Benito Cultural Center (SBCC) on Saturday, March 21, 2026. The opening reception for Mixta Cultura is being held at SBCC, located at 225 E. Stenger St., San Benito, from 5:30-8:30. …
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Mar 20 2026
Special to the NEWS The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) recently conducted a Hazard Communication (HazCom) inspection at the City of San Benito’s Water Plant and Wastewater Treatment Plant. According to City of San Benito officials, both facilities were found to be fully compliant and met all applicable safety requirements. HazCom inspections are …
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