Flames engulf patrol SUV

Special to the NEWS According to the Cameron County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), on Monday, October 9, 2023, at 4:33 a.m., a Cameron County Sheriff Deputy’s vehicle became engulfed in flames during a pursuit between Los Fresnos and San Benito. According to the sheriff’s office, during the pursuit, the suspect’s vehicle came to a stop and …

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Gonzalez announces re-election bid

By RAY QUIROGA publisher@sbnewspaper.com Incumbent Cameron County Pct. 3 Constable Adrian Gonzalez is seeking a third term in office, announcing his intent to retain his post last Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at the Pct. 3 Constable’s office located within the Cameron County Annex Building off of frontage and Williams Rd. in San Benito. Gonzalez, 48, …

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Lopez champions disabled entrepreneurs day

Special to the NEWS In a historic move, Texas State Representative Janie Lopez (R-SAN BENITO, DISTRICT 37) is championing new legislation to establish October 17 as Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Day in Texas. During the 88th Legislative Session, Representative Lopez sponsored Senate Bill 464 to honor what she describes as important Texans. Texas is home to …

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Judge Roberts leaves lasting legacy

By CASWELL ADAMS Special to the NEWS Frank Roberts was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of Frank Roberts and Sarah West. His father was a merchant businessman. As a young, single man, Frank Wallace Roberts heard stories of cheap land and he left home, going west to near San Angelo, TX, …

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’Hounds pitch shutout opener

Reaching out Greyhound running back Fabian Garcia stretches over the endzone for a touchdown reception during last week’s contest against the Brownsville Hanna Golden Eagles at Brownsville’s Sams Stadium. The game marked the start of district play.                                      …

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Castilleja leads defensive charge

By PETE BANDA Special to the NEWS No one has ever questioned Karmyne Castilleja’s love for football. From being raised the son of a former Greyhound football star to watching his older brother earn his own acclaim on the gridiron, the only uncertainty for Castilleja was how far he would go once he earned his …

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Fellon allegedly fires at officers

Special to the NEWS On September 27, 2023, at approximately 3:50 p.m., San Benito Police Officers responded to the 200 block of East Stenger Street in San Benito, upon receiving a call of a disturbance at a local business.\ According to a statement by the City of San Benito, a male subject, accused of causing …

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SB man taken into custody

Special to the NEWS RIO HONDO, TX—On September 28, 2023, Cameron County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to Huie Rd., in the Rio Hondo area, in reference to suspicious activity by three male subjects. As per the 911 caller, the three males parked in an empty lot and were allegedly loading and unloading items from their vehicle. …

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Weekend events on tap

NEWS Staff report Sports, music and good old-fashioned fun, in and around the Resaca City, highlight a weekend packed with events and activities for the public to enjoy. Greyhound Football The weekend literary kicks-off Friday night, October 6, 2023 as the undefeated San Benito Greyhound Varsity Football team travels to Brownsville’s Sams Stadium to meet …

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Artist’s exhibit explores border migration

Going Across Officials at the City of San Benito’s Cultural Arts Department (CAD) recently announced the latest exhibition at the San Benito Cultural Heritage Museum: Al otro lado/Going Across, showcasing the work of Mexican artist, Javier Dragustinovis. His exhibit explores the nuances of migration and borders (Courtesy photo by the CAD) Special to the NEWS …

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