Jul 29 2022
By RENE TORRES The attack on Pearl Harbor plunged the United States into World War II. Soon after, rationing was a way of life and Americans had to learn to live with less of everything that made up their daily lives. Although America’s game took a back seat during the conflict, it did not go …
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Jul 29 2022
Special to the NEWS The San Benito Public Library, in cooperation with the EFNEP of Cameron County and Texas A&M Agrilife Extension, is currently presenting the Healthy Heroes Program. Lessons, which began July 25, 2022, are held every Monday, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. The program will run for six lessons, each lasting 30 minutes …
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Jul 29 2022
Special to the NEWS Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is reminding Texas shoppers they can save money on clothes and school supplies during the state’s sales tax holiday on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 5-7. State law exempts sales tax on qualified items — such as clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks — priced below $100, …
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Jul 29 2022
Special to the NEWS As the health care field introduces the latest advancements in medical technologies, Texas State Technical College implements similar resources to prepare its students for real-world careers. One of these students is San Benito’s own Abigail Rafael. The Surgical Technology program at TSTC’s Harlingen campus recently introduced a new PeriopSim surgical simulator …
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Jul 29 2022
By PETE BANDA Special to the NEWS The San Benito Youth Baseball and Softball League (SBYBSL) held its closing ceremonies this past weekend, completing another successful season by the league. In total, over 750 players encompassing 59 teams were awarded for their play during the season. With four teams from the league advancing to the …
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Jul 29 2022
By SANDRA TUMBERLINSON San Benito Historical Society Family means everything to Lonnie Davis, who grew up in the El Jardin neighborhood of San Benito. So, when it was time to plan his birthday celebration, he chose the Callandret Black History Museum, which focuses on the black families of San Benito, including his, as the highlight …
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Jul 29 2022
By TONY VINDELL Special to the NEWS The City of San Benito’s share to provide public transportation at no cost to residents was approved by the city council. The council voted during a July 19 meeting to allocate $22,223 to the Lower Rio Grande Development Council, which is the city’s annual contribution to this transportation …
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Jul 29 2022
By PETE BANDA Special to the News As community leaders and families gathered in the back of the local Walmart, the eagerness and excitement was clear to see. Dozens of children were ready to race through the aisles in search of the perfect pair of shoes as soon as the word was given. Thanks to …
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Jul 29 2022
By TONY VINDELL Special to the NEWS A new school year is just around the corner for students enrolled in the San Benito Consolidated Independent School District. Theresa Servellon, the acting superintendent for the district told a crowd at the most recent school board meeting that everybody is excited for the students to come back …
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Jul 22 2022
By PETE BANDA Special to the NEWS As the San Benito softball and baseball varsity programs continue to be two of the most promising programs in the Valley, their success can easily be traced back to where most of those athletes get their start- the San Benito Youth Baseball and Softball League. After another successful …
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November 11, 2021
By SHELDON MOORE Special to the PRESS On Saturday morning, July 30, 2022, Port Isabel celebrated the culmination of a long term effort to make the Mayor Arturo Galvan Coastal Park a reality. A large number of Galvan family members and relatives as well as a sizeable turnout from the community, including City Manager … Continue reading [...]
300 amethyst colored, crowned shaped commemorative bottles have been commissioned in honor of the second annual queen Isabella days celebration, October 10, 11, 12. Columbus Day weekend. Bottle collectors will need to act quickly to obtain the “Royal Amethyst” to add to the “Laguna Blue,” which was the first bottle commissioned in honor of the … Continue reading [...]
By Rene Torres As the uncertainty of today continues to haunt the public’s every move, there is still hope that it will not impede everyone from the will to live and work. In 1938, a group of workers in the RGV felt the pain of losing their jobs. It was then that Valley newspapers, with … Continue reading [...]
By SHELDON MOORE The 7th Annual Summer Causeway Run & Fitness Walk will be hosted by the Port Isabel Chamber of Commerce on September 17. The event will benefit the Point Isabel ISD Scholarship Fund. The Press spoke with Mary Gonzalez, Interim Director of the Port Isabel Chamber of Commerce, regarding details on the event. … Continue reading [...]
Special to the PRESS Sea Turtle Inc. is asking the community and all sea turtle enthusiasts to mark their calendars for the community conversation on August 8. “Are you a recreational fisher at South Padre Island? Are you a small or large charter owner or boat captain? Have you ever come across an injured sea … Continue reading [...]
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