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Gladys Porter Zoo offers military discounts through Wednesday

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Gladys Porter Zoo is honoring the brave men and woman of the U.S. Armed Forced by offering a special discounted admission until Wednesday. From Saturday until Wednesday, Nov. 11, the promotional window is from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Active-duty service members,...

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Athlete of the Week: Lyla Trejo

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- At Los Fresnos, everybody knows the name, Lyla Trejo. Trejo's outstanding volleyball career at Los Fresnos High School is coming to a close as she prepares to continue her journey at the University of Texas at Tyler. But before Trejo closes the book on her...

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La Joya ISD middle schooler takes home prestigious STEM award

LA JOYA — From 30 finalists participating at the 2026 Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge in Washington D.C, Nathan Montelongo, a seventh grader at La Joya ISD’s De Zavala Middle School, took home an engineering award that comes with a $2,500 scholarship to a STEM summer camp. “I...

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Brownsville high school football players in action during a Friday night game, showcasing community spirit and athleticism

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Week 11: High School Football Scoreboard

Under the Friday night lights of the Rio Grande Valley, families and friends gathered at stadiums across Brownsville and surrounding communities, eager to cheer on their young athletes as the high school football season winds down. The energy was palpable, with anticipation building for the final...

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Brownsville and Harlingen families watching live high school football games streamed by ValleyCentral

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Stream Donna vs. Brownsville Lopez and Los Fresnos vs. Harlingen on ValleyCentral+

On a crisp Friday night in the Rio Grande Valley, families gather around their screens, eagerly tuning in to witness a high school football showdown that’s more than just a game — it’s a community event. In homes across Brownsville and Harlingen, the excitement is palpable as local students take...

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Children engaging in hands-on agricultural activities at Ag Awareness Week in Harlingen, showcasing Valley's farming heritage

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Ag Awareness Week brings agricultural education to Valley students

The sun rises over the lush fields of the Rio Grande Valley, casting a golden glow on eager young faces pressed close to the exhibits at Ag Awareness Week. In the heart of Harlingen, a bustling hub of agricultural activity, over 4,000 students from across Hidalgo and Cameron counties gather for a...

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Former teacher arrested for child lewd visual material charge in Donna, Texas

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Former Donna High School teacher jailed on child lewd visual material charge

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the quiet streets of Donna, Texas, the community was left in shock. The news of a beloved former teacher's arrest sent ripples of disbelief through the halls of Donna High School. Eddie Lorenzo Garcia, a 40-year-old educator who had...

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Students at Sharyland North Junior High School during a safety drill.

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Knife and BB gun recovered from Sharyland ISD middle school

The bell rang, echoing through the bustling halls of Sharyland North Junior High School , a place where young minds gather to learn and grow. But on a seemingly ordinary Wednesday, this vibrant environment was shaken by a safety incident that no parent or student ever wants to hear about. Two...

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Turkey giveaway for Valley teachers

As the sun rises over the Texas horizon, a sense of excitement fills the air in Harlingen, a city that thrives on community spirit and gratitude. On a crisp Saturday morning, the parking lot of DTM Realty transforms into a hub of generosity, where the warmth of giving meets the dedication of...

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High school football game between Los Fresnos and Harlingen

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Game of the Week: Los Fresnos at Harlingen

As the sun sets over Harlingen, Texas, the air is thick with anticipation. The sounds of marching bands and cheering fans fill the stadium, creating an electric atmosphere that only high school football can bring. This week, all eyes are on the upcoming showdown between the Los Fresnos Falcons and...

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A vibrant community gathering for the Vamos a Votar tour in Brownsville, Texas.

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'Vamos a Votar' tour aims to motivate Rio Grande Valley voters

On a warm Saturday morning in Brownsville, the air buzzed with excitement as community members gathered at the local park, each person clutching a bright blue flyer emblazoned with the words, 'Vamos a Votar.' Among them was Maria Gonzalez, a mother of three, her children darting around as she...

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Exciting high school football scene in the Rio Grande Valley

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Team of the Week: Mission, Los Fresnos, Raymondville

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden hue over the football fields of the Rio Grande Valley, the air buzzed with excitement. In the heart of Harlingen, families gathered, their cheers echoing through the stands, as three local high school football teams prepared to showcase their...

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High school football game in Brownsville, Texas, under Friday night lights.

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Week 10: Overtime

As the sun dipped low over the expansive Texas horizon, casting a golden hue across the football fields of the Rio Grande Valley, the air buzzed with excitement. Families gathered, their spirits high and hearts pounding, ready to cheer for their local high school teams. In Brownsville, the...

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