Jan 17 2025
By ARABELLA SERRATA editor@sbnewspaper.com The San Benito Callandret Black History Museum is preparing to unveil its new “Black Pioneers of San Benito” monument on Saturday, Feb. 1. According to Sandra Tumberlinson, co-founder and board member of the San Benito Historical Society, the monument began development four years ago, along with renovations to the “colored school,” …
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Jan 17 2025
By ALBERT VILLEGAS Special to the NEWS San Benito leaders are going “whole hog” and diving head first, not into the mud, but flying into what they hope will be hog heaven as they look to upgrade most facets within this year’s budget for an event that began in 2018. Hoping to attract more attendees …
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Jan 17 2025
By ALBERT VILLEGAS Special to the NEWS The San Benito Lady Greyhounds lost their second consecutive District 32-6A game on Tuesday, this time against the Brownsville Veterans Memorial Lady Chargers, 52-34. With the loss, San Benito falls to 1-2 in district play. Their lone victory was against Brownsville Hanna. The Lady ‘Hounds lost last week …
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Jan 17 2025
By ALBERT VILLEGAS Special to the NEWS RIO HONDO, TX—The Bobcat and Lady Bobcat Varsity Basketball Teams were successful in netting victories at home and away against their District 32-3A foe, Progreso, on Tuesday night. Both wins came in convincing fashion as the Bobcats and Lady ’Cats continue to prove that they are the best …
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Jan 17 2025
As pictured above, left to right, is the inaugural San Benito Greyhound Wrestling Booster Club, including Adela Chacon-reporter, Jessica Liscano-Secretary, Jose Montemayor-President (first generation San Benito wrestler: 1997-1999), Leticia Montemayor-Vice President, and Lauren Cantu -Treasurer (SB Alumni Wrestler). The invocation was given by Young Life Director, Greg Hernandez, and the National Anthem was sung by …
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Jan 10 2025
By ARABELLA SERRATA editor@sbnewspaper.com A Texas court has weighed in on the San Benito Economic Development Corporation’s (EDC) ongoing legal battle with VARCO, a firm it hired to develop a commercial shopping center along Business 77 in San Benito. As a result, a 107th Judicial District Judge has ordered the San Benito EDC, and named …
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Jan 10 2025
By ARABELLA SERRATA editor@sbnewspaper.com RIO HONDO, TX—Local officials hope that a new park and boat ramp will fast become an area hotspot for residents and visitors alike. The City of Rio Hondo launched a soft opening for its latest attraction to much acclaim. On Dec. 31, the City announced that town leaders named the park …
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Jan 10 2025
By ARABELLA SERRATA editor@sbnewspaper.com The City of San Benito recently unveiled a new sign reading, “I love San Benito” with a stylized heart in place of the word “love.” The announcement was met with a mixed reception by citizens. The sign was installed along the Resaca Trail in Heavin Memorial Park, giving visitors a “perfect …
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Jan 10 2025
By ALBERT VILLEGAS Special to the NEWS The district portion of the San Benito Lady Greyhounds’ schedule is finally here and after two games, the team has an even record. The Lady ‘Hounds defeated Brownsville Hanna in the District 32-6A opener at home by a 59-19 tally. However, at Los Fresnos this week, San Benito …
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Jan 10 2025
By ALBERT VILLEGAS Special to the NEWS RIO HONDO, TX—The Bobcats’ low-scoring first quarter of their District 32-3A clash against IDEA Weslaco Pike was just reason enough for Bobcats’ Head Coach Mike Alvarez to regroup and explain to his players just how they play their brand of ball. After Weslaco Pike trailed by only …
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