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Shop for appliances this weekend during Energy Star sales tax holiday

(AUSTIN) - This Memorial Day weekend’s third-annual ENERGY STAR® Sales Tax Holiday is a great time for Texans to purchase a new, energy efficient air conditioner, refrigerator, dishwasher or other major appliance. More...

Texas gasoline price fall persists

IRVING, Texas (AP) - Retail gasoline prices fell across Texas for a second week in a row this week. More...

BATTLE OF THE BULGE SURVIVOR

Carl Conley of Raymondville fought in the Battle of the Bulge in Belgium and France during World War II. The battle was the biggest confrontation between the Germans and the Allies during the entire war. More...

Lady Bulldogs make all-district list

Numerous players from Lyford High School’s varsity softball team were voted into the All-District 32-3A roster earlier this past week. More...

DEMOLITION OF WHITEWING

DEMOLITION OF WHITEWING TO RESUME FRIDAY - The destruction and removal of the old Whitewing Hotel has been delayed briefly until more heavy duty equipment can be moved onto the site on East Hidalgo Ave. More...

A Day to Remember..............

Memorial Day is a special holiday set aside to honor and remember those who gave their lives for their country. Countless men and women throughout the years have died to protect our country and to preserve our way of life. More...

Sebastian Memorial Day Celebration

A Memorial Day Celebration/Dedication in honor of all veterans will be hosted by Commander, George E. Solis, The American Legion & Auxiliary on Monday, May 31, at 8 a.m. at the Guadalupe Cemetery, Sebastian, TX. More...

Fishermen warned about Falcon Lake dangers

McALLEN (AP) - Fishermen on Falcon Lake, the large-mouth bass haven deep in south Texas, have encountered assault rifletoting robbers in recent weeks in what could be an emerging revenue stream for Mexico’s drug gangs. More...

Drivers face fines up to $250 for failing to properly secure young passengers

AUSTIN - It’s a common mistake that many parents make—taking their children out of child safety seats too soon and letting them use seat belts before they are tall enough or old enough for seat belts to fit properly. More...

Garcia sentenced to 3 years for third DWI conviction

The Willacy County and District Attorney’s Office announced today that Jaime Garcia, 45, of Raymondville, TX, was found guilty in the 197th District Court and was sentenced to 3 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Institutional D More...

State Board of Education passes new curriculum standards

AUSTIN - The State Board of Education on May 21 approved new curriculum standards on a series of 9-5 votes after two days of public debate. More...

Congrats Class of 2010

2010 LYFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL HONOR STUDENTS Lyford Middle School proudly announces the promotion of the 24 eighth-grade students who have achieved academic honor by maintaining an average of 90 or above More...

Saenz sentenced to 9 years for cocaine possession

The Willacy County and District Attorney’s Office announced today that Oscar Saenz, 37, of Raymondville, TX, was found guilty in the 197th District Court and was sentenced to 9 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Institutional Di More...

Former postal worker sentenced for theft

The Willacy County and District Attorney’s Office announced today that Marissa Alviso, 20, of Lasara, TX, was found guilty of theft in County Court and sentenced to 6 months County Jail probated for 20 months for stealing a total of $130.00 fr More...

UTB/TSC BUILDING ALMOST READY FOR BUSINESS

The new $2.1 million multipurpose building on FM 3168 across from Raymondville High School will soon house long distance learning classes from the University of Texas at Brownsville and Texas Southmost College. More...

McDONALD’S

THE STEEL FRAME OF THE NEW McDONALD’S at State Hwy. 186 and Expressway 77 frontage road is going up fast. The new burger joint will replace the original one which was demolished recently. More...

MYRA GREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL

RAYMONDVILLE’S MYRA GREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL cost $15 million and will be ready for its first students in August, 2010. More...

Military will be remembered for their ultimate sacrifices on Memorial Day

Families and friends of fallen soldiers from WWII to Operation Iraqi Freedom will be remembered on Monday, in particular, as Willacy County celebrates Memorial Day. More...

Texas employers add 32,500 jobs in April

AUSTIN - Texas total nonagricultural employment grew for the fourth consecutive month gaining 32,500 jobs in April. Texas employers have added 79,000 jobs since the beginning of 2010. More...

PITTMAN ELEMENTARY SCIENCE FAIR-

Pittman Elementary held their annual Science Fair this month. Students’ creativity, precision, and hard work are reflected in their projects. More...

Texas school spending tops $11k per pupil

As we close out this school year, taxpayers may wonder want kind of bang we're getting for our educational buck. Texans now spend more than $11,000 per year on public education – with less than half going toward instructional expenses. More...

Man shot dead by police in Fort Worth

RICHLAND HILLS, Texas (AP) - A man described by Fort Worth police as suicidal was gunned down by officers after they say he made a threatening move on a suburban street. More...

AAA predicts jump in Memorial Day travelers

NEW YORK - More Americans will hit the highways and airports over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, but they'll probably spend much less than last year, according to a study released Thursday by AAA. More...

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