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A massive storm just knocked out power for over 37,000 people in Hidalgo County. Crews are out assessing the damage, so check local updates to see when your lights will be back on.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 4 mentions in the last 30 days.
The proposed raises would require significant budget adjustments.
Sheriff's deputies and the general public through improved safety.
The 37,000 residents currently sitting in the dark, especially those who rely on electricity for medical equipment or cooling.
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department has launched accessible Narcan vending machines to help reverse opioid overdoses. An event was held on Tuesday to celebrate the launch of five Narcan vending m...
Residents and advocates urged the court to increase pay for sheriff's deputies to improve recruitment and retention, noting that surrounding cities offer higher starting salaries.
A brush fire over the weekend burned roughly 1,500 acres of farmland on Saturday afternoon in northern Hidalgo County, endangering cattle and prompting a regional response, with both the McAllen and Edinburg fire departments aiding containment effort...
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Multiple fire departments are responding to a brush fire in Kenedy County. Officials estimate more than 1,000 acres have burned since the fire began. Edinburg firefighters were dispatched at 3:30 p.m., according to ...
Crews assessing storm damage in Hidalgo County, over 37,000 outages reported KRGV
Hidalgo County Sheriff: Shooting investigation underway in Sullivan City, one dead ValleyCentral.com