Mar 20 2026
Special to the NEWS A fire at a residence just outside the San Benito city limits led to the arrest of a 69-year-old man. Gilbert Montemayor was detained last week after allegedly setting his vehicle on fire at his home, damaging the residence. According to the Cameron County Sheriff’s Office, Montemayor stated that the incident …
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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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Mar 20 2026
By ALBERT VILLEGASSpecial to the NEWS EDINBURG, TX—San Benito High School (SBHS) once again had several athletes reach the zenith in the sport of powerlifting. On Wednesday, seven SBHS athletes competed at the Texas High School Women’s Powerlifting Association’s Class 6A State Meet at Bert Ogden Arena in Edinburg. Among the SBHS girls who qualified …
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Mar 20 2026
Joe Martinez, Ed.D., is a Doctor of Curriculum & Technology, a U.S. Military Veteran, and a San Benito native. San Benito is a beautiful city in its own right, featuring a lovely central park and stunning resacas that showcase our town. However, there is a darker side, which includes petty crime, larceny, and theft. Our …
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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 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 RAY QUIROGApublisher@sbnewspaper.com San Benito voters are headed to the polls starting in late April for the local May 2, 2026, General and Special City and School Board of Trustees elections. Early voting runs from Monday, April 20, to Tuesday, April 28. The candidates for the May 2, 2026, City of San Benito General Election …
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Mar 20 2026
By ALBERT VILLEGASSpecial to the NEWS The San Benito Consolidated Independent School District (SBCISD) held a groundbreaking ceremony for a future performing arts center, showcasing performances by mariachi, flamenco, and conjunto students, setting the stage for what’s to come when the building opens in two years, as officials project. The performing arts center (PAC) will …
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Mar 13 2026
By JACQI LEYVA-HILLSpecial to the NEWS Surveillance cameras recently installed throughout San Benito have faced criticism from residents and privacy advocates, raising questions about how the system operates and how the collected data is used. The cameras are part of an automated license plate reader (ALPR) system supplied by the technology company Flock Safety. According …
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Mar 13 2026
By JACQI LEYVA-HILLSpecial to the NEWS A group of San Benito alumni is working to create a Greyhound Hall of Honor to recognize outstanding athletes and preserve the school’s long-standing athletic legacy. Among those leading the effort is former Greyhound athlete, coach, and school administrator Ray Saldana, who said the goal is to honor the …
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