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Hidalgo County · issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hidalgo County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
VA officials partnered with the county to place 988 crisis hotline signs in public parks and county buildings to reach veterans outside the healthcare system.
The county is moving forward with abatement and demolition work on the major courthouse project, adjusting timelines via change orders with Noble Texas Builders.
The 2010 Rio Grande floods were a massive wake-up call for Hidalgo County. We’re looking back at that disaster to make sure our current flood defenses and emergency plans can actually handle the next big storm.
The commissioners reviewed and set health insurance plan premium rates for county employees for the upcoming calendar year.
County leadership received progress updates on the ongoing construction of the new courthouse and other county facilities.
Edinburg city workers had a major scare when HR accidentally emailed out draft health insurance quotes showing huge price spikes. Officials are stepping in to clear up the mix-up and confirm it was just a false alarm.
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.
Hidalgo County is finally breaking ground on a new $4.5 million park project. It’s a big win for local families looking for more green space and better places to hang out in the neighborhood.
Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez is officially seeking reelection, setting the stage for a major race. Since this role controls the county's massive budget and emergency response, the outcome will directly shape how our tax dollars are spent and how we handle future crises.
Hidalgo County is facing a major health crisis because so many people don't have insurance, which is clogging up our ERs and clinics. Since these services aren't free, local taxpayers are ultimately footing the bill for the overflow.
McAllen, TxDOT, and Hidalgo County are joining forces for a massive 'clean sweep' to clear out trash and spruce up our local roads. It’s a quick win to make our daily commutes look better and feel a lot safer.
Hidalgo County is pushing for a unified drought plan to keep our water supply steady as things get drier. Expect more consistent, city-wide rules on how and when you can use water at home.
A recent local election in Hidalgo County was overturned because the results were way too close for comfort. It’s a wake-up call that our voting systems might have some gaps, and it makes you wonder if your vote is actually being counted correctly.