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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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By ALBERT VILLEGASSpecial to the NEWS RIO HONDO, TX—The Bobcat Varsity Baseball players are still playing their pre-district schedule, and with a loss Tuesday against Valley View, they evened their record to 9-9. They are part of District 32-3A and are grouped with Raymondville, Lyford, Santa Rosa, and Progreso. So far, Raymondville is the only …

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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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