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    BROWNSVILLE NAMED ONE OF THE SAFEST CITIES IN THE U.S.

    Brownsville, Texas has been recognized as one of the safest cities in the United States in 2023. Read on...
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    CHARGERS DEFEAT CORPUS CHRISTI TO WIN REGION IV-5A DIVISION CHAMPIONSHIP PLAYOFF GAME

    The Chargers defeated Corpus Christi Miller 35-28 in the Region IV-5A Division final Friday at Sams Memorial Stadium. Read on...
  3. CHargers

    CHARGERS TAKE OVER PALM BOULEVARD AHEAD OF FRIDAY NIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP PLAYOFF GAME

    As members of the Corpus Christi Miller Buccaneers football team make their way toward Sams Stadium traveling down Palm Boulevard Friday afternoon, they will see the faces of the Veterans Memorial ECHS football team they will be facing Read on...
  4. BTX

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE OPENS BTX HEALTH CENTER FOR CITY EMPLOYEES

    The range of services offered at the BTX Health Center include minor medical needs, health and wellness education, behavioral health awareness, nutritional counseling, chronic disease education and resources, as well as cooking instructional classes. Read on...
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    BISD TO PROVIDE FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE TO AND FROM SAMS STADIUM FOR FRIDAY NIGHT'S PLAYOFF GAME

    Free parking will be available at the Texas Southmost College ITEC Center and the Brownsville Independent School District will provide free shuttle service to and from Sams Stadium. Read on...
  6. Coffee with the mayor

    INAUGURAL COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR TO BE HELD DEC. 13, 2023 AT LUBY'S CAFETERIA

    Join us for Coffee with the Mayor — a unique chance to connect, engage, and brew ideas for our community's future with Brownsville Mayor John Cowen Jr. Read on...
  7. ChargersNation - Post

    VETERANS MEMORIAL CHARGERS HITTING THE FIELD IN CLASS 5A REGION 4 PLAYOFF CHAMPIONSHIP GAME

    The Chargers will take on the Corpus Christi Miller Buccaneers on Friday, December 1, 2023, at 7:00 PM at Sams Memorial Stadium here in Brownsville. Although the game is sold out, BISD will stream the game online on its YouTube channel. Read on...
  8. Majestic

    IT'S OFFICIAL: UTRGV ANNOUNCES IT HAS PURCHASED HISTORIC MAJESTIC THEATER

    UTRGV announced that it closed on the building Nov. 15, 2023, purchasing the historic building from the Roy F. and Joann Cole Mitte Foundation. UTRGV plans to transform the Majestic Theater into a performing arts center for the Brownsville campus. Read on...
  9. bpub

    BPUB TO HOST IN-PERSON COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP SEMINAR ON PROJECT SHARE PROGRAM

    The BPUB Project SHARE Program is dedicated to assisting low-income households within the community. Read on...
  10. WEBSITE

    BROWNSVILLE FEATURES VIDEO TOUR ON CITY WEBSITE TO SHOWCASE VARIOUS ASPECTS OF CITY

    The City of Brownsville has put together a comprehensive video tour on its website to showcase various aspects of the city, from entertainment to education and quality of life. Read on...
  11. BARCC

    STUDENTS PARTICIPATING IN U.S. BORDER PATROL'S R.E.A.L. MISSION PROGRAM HELP OUT AT BARCC

    Students participating in the U.S. Border Patrol's R.E.A.L. Mission program had a valuable and educational experience during their visit to the Brownsville Animal Regulation and Care Center (BARCC). Read on...
  12. Holiday Village 2

    HOLIDAY VILLAGE BROWNSVILLE SCHEDULED TO OPEN MONDAY NIGHT AT DEAN PORTER PARK

    The Holiday Village Brownsville features over 30 decorated cottages that are placed along the sidewalks at the park giving patrons the chance to enjoy them. The free event is scheduled to open its gates at 6:00 PM Read on...
  13. Market Square

    BROWNSVILLE RANKED NO. 4 AS THE BEST AFFORDABLE PLACES TO RETIRE

    The City of Brownsville is ranked No. 4 as one of the best affordable places to retire by U.S. News & World Report. The city offers a combination of factors that make it an attractive option for retirees. Read on...
  14. SpaceX launch

    BLAST OFF: SPACEX LAUNCHES STARSHIP SUPER-HEAVY VEHICLE SATURDAY MORNING

    The Starship Super-Heavy Vehicle was propelled by all 33 Raptor engines on the Super Heavy Booster on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at the Starbase launch site at Boca Chica Beach. Read on...
  15. City of Brownsville logo Image

    CITY COMMISSION HIGHLIGHTS FOR NOV. 14, 2023 CITY COMMISSION MEETING

    The Brownsville Police Department introduced an ordinance on a First Reading to amend Chapter 22 by adding Article XIV. The amendment addresses establishments not licensed by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, Read on...
  16. Parks Department

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE PARKS DEPARTMENT EARNS PRESTIGIOUS NATIONAL ACCREDIDATION

    The City of Brownsville's Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) has recently achieved accreditation through the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA). Read on...
  17. SpaceX

    EXCITEMENT IN THE AIR AS SPACEX GETS READY FOR SECOND LAUNCH AT BOCA CHICA SITE

    Space enthusiasts from across the United States have converged on Starbase to witness the preparation and eventual launch, with many sharing their experiences and the rocket's progress through social media platforms like Facebook. Read on...
  18. John Cowen

    BROWNSVILLE MAYOR JOHN COWEN JR. JOINS BORDER TRADE ALLIANCE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

    The City of Brownsville is proud to announce that Mayor John Cowen, Jr. has been named to the Board of Directors of the Border Trade Alliance, effective immediately. Read on...
  19. City Hall

    HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS TOUR CITY HALL; MEET WITH CITY MANAGER HELEN RAMIREZ

    The 80 students gathered in City Hall Chambers and had the opportunity to meet with City Manager Helen Ramirez, AICP. She explained to them the duties of the City Commission, which is an important part of local government. Read on...
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    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE'S BARCC RECEIVES 70K FOR CANINE TRANSPORTATION UNIT FROM STANTON FOUNDATION

    The City of Brownsville’s Brownsville Animal Regulation and Care Center (BARCC) has received a $70,000 grant from the Stanton Foundation to purchase a state-of-the-art canine transportation unit. Read on...
  21. Murals (1)

    TWO MURALISTS SELECTED TO CREATE MURALS AT TONY GONZALEZ PARK IN BROWNSVILLE

    The International Southmost Choice Neighborhood Plan has announced the selection of two talented muralists, Sara Barriera and Ashley Dickey, who will create murals at Tony Gonzalez Park in Brownsville. The selection process involved community voting Read on...
  22. Santa Claus

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE TO HOST SEVERAL COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS EVENTS

    It’s time to pull out that Santa hat, those reindeer antlers, and those holiday sweaters and get ready to say “ho, ho, ho” as the City of Brownsville will host several Community Christmas events to get you in the holiday spirit. Read on...
  23. New Career Fair

    BROWNSVILLE CITY MANAGER ATTENDS CAREER FAIR AT OLIVEIRA MIDDLE SCHOOL IN BROWNSVILLE

    The Career Fair emphasized the idea that students don't necessarily have to leave Brownsville to pursue fulfilling careers. It aimed to make students aware of the career possibilities within their own community. Read on...
  24. B Metro

    PUBLIC MEETING TO DISCUSS BROWNSVILLE ROADWAY CAPITAL RECOVERY FEE SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER, 15,2023

    This meeting is an opportunity for developers, realtors, and other stakeholders to learn more about the capital recovery fees and provide their input on how these fees will impact projects and roadways in the city. Read on...
  25. Airport

    BROWNSVILLE-SOUTH PADRE ISLAND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT STILL ACCEPTING BIDS FOR RESTAURANT VENUE

    The Airport Food Project is open for bidding, and it’s a great opportunity for restaurants looking to expand their business and serve travelers and locals in the area, especially with the added benefit of offering a view of SpaceX launches. Read on...
  26. weather

    RAINY AND COLD CONDITIONS EXPECTED DURING VETERANS DAY WEEKEND

    There's a 70 to 80 % chance of rainfall on Saturday, which is Veterans Day, and temperatures are expected to be in the 60s, but it may feel somewhat cooler due to the rain and wind. Read on...
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    CHIPOTLE OPENS ITS NEWEST LOCATION IN BROWNSVILLE

    Brownsville Mayor John Cowen Jr. expressed his delight at the addition of another eatery to the city. He sees this as a sign of progress in Brownsville, indicating that well-known brands are investing in the community Read on...
  28. Road  Closure

    11th STREET BETWEEN E. WASHINGTON AND E. ADAMS STREET TO BE CLOSED SATURDAY

    The City of Brownsville’s Engineering and Public Works Department is announcing the temporary closure of 11th Street on Saturday, November 11, 2023. Read on...
  29. Fire Truck

    DEDICATION CEREMONY HELD AS BROWNSVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT GETS TWO NEW FIRE TRUCKS

    The new fire trucks are fully loaded and fully equipped, including rescue equipment, medical equipment, and any other tools necessary for firefighters to perform their duties effectively. Read on...
  30. Water Tower

    NEW SOUTHMOST WATER ELEVATED STORAGE TANK TO HOLD 2 MILLION -GALLONS OF WATER

    The 2-million-gallon elevated storage tank replaces two older tanks: the elevated tank located on Southmost Boulevard that was demolished in 2018 and the elevated tank located on the campus of the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Read on...
  31. GPZ

    GROUNDBREAKING HELD FOR NEW ZIP LINE ATTRACTION TO BE ADDED AT GLADYS PORTER ZOO

    The Soaring Eagle Zip Line will offer a thrilling experience, taking zoo visitors over 120 feet in the air, high above the tree canopy. This addition aims to enhance recreational activities in Brownsville and attract a new demographic of visitors Read on...
  32. Barcc

    "A TOAST TO TAILS" GALA RAISES THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS TO BENEFIT BARCC

    The event received strong support from the community, sponsors, and local officials, reflecting the importance of BARCC's mission in helping abandoned and unwanted pets find their forever homes. Read on...
  33. John Cowen

    BROWNSVILLE MAYOR APPOINTED NEW VICE CHAIR OF RGV METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION

    Mayor Cowen brings to the Vice Chair position a wealth of experience having served the Rio Grande Valley’s largest City previously as its At-Large “A” City Commissioner and as a member of the Border Trade Alliance. Read on...
  34. Rudolph Run

    RUN WITH RUDOLPH HAPPENING DECEMBER 16, 2023 AT THE BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK

    The 1 Mile & 5K Run will take place on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at 7:30 AM at the Brownsville Sports Park located at 1000 Sports Park Boulevard. Read on...
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    FIRST FRIDAY IN DOWNTOWN BROWNSVILLE PROVIDES PLENTY OF ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY

    First Friday begins at 7:00 PM on November 3, 2023, in the Market Square area of Downtown Brownsville. There will be a Catrina Contest, Luchadores, photobooths, 360 selfie camera, face painting for the kids, and FREE pedicabs Read on...
  36. bcic

    AETHERWORKS WINS $40,000 IN GRANT MONEY IN STARTUP TEXAS COMPETITION HOSTED BY BCIC AND OTHERS

    Cori Pena, BCIC’s CEO, and President, said this was the fifth Startup Texas event and it was an opportunity to have businesses pitch their businesses to the judges and the community to compete for $40,000 in grant funding to help their business scale up. Read on...
  37. Holiday Village

    DEAN PORTER PARK BEING PREPARED FOR ANNUAL HOLIDAY VILLAGE SET TO OPEN NOVEMBER 20, 2023

    Cottages for the event were delivered to the park on November 1, 2023, and November 2, 2023, with the help of employees from the City of Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department. Read on...
  38. Daylight Saving Time

    DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS ON SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5 ,2023

    Daylight Saving Time (DST) is coming to an end on Sunday, November 5, 2023. This means you should set your clocks back one hour before going to bed on Saturday night to "fall back" to standard time. Read on...
  39. Southmost Parade

    SOUTHMOST VETERANS DAY PARADE SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 4, 2023

    Bring your patriotic side and prepare to honor our nation's heroes at the Southmost 23rd Annual Veterans Day Parade. This is a wonderful occasion to pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served in the United States armed forces Read on...
  40. Halloween Bash

    "SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN BASH" A BIG THRILL AT THE BROWNSVILLE SPORT PARK

    The atmosphere at the Brownsville Sports Park was electric as hundreds and hundreds of children, donned in their favorite Halloween costumes, gathered for the Brownsville Police Department's annual Spooktacular Halloween Bash on Friday, October 27, 2023. Read on...
  41. weather

    FIRE CHIEF REMINDS RESIDENTS TO CHECK HEATING UNITS AS FIRST FALL COLD FRONT EXPECTED MONDAY

    As the first significant cold front of the fall season is expected to reach Brownsville around 7 a.m. Monday, Brownsville Fire Chief Jarrett Sheldon is reminding residents to make sure their space heaters and heating systems are working properly. Read on...
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    "BOO AT THE ZOO'' TO BE HELD MONDAY AND TUESDAY AT THE GLADYS PORTER ZOO

    The annual Boo at the Zoo event at Gladys Porter Zoo is a fantastic Halloween celebration for the entire family to enjoy. The event runs from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM on both Monday and Tuesday. Read on...
  43. New Halloween (1)

    "CHILLING" TEMPERATURES EXPECTED IN BROWNSVILLE; RIO GRANDE VALLEY ON HALLOWEEN

    It looks like Halloween in Brownsville and the Rio Grande Valley will have a chilling twist this year with a strong cold front moving in. Read on...
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    BROWNSVILLE PUB ANNOUNCES TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURE SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2023

    The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) announces a temporary closure of the southbound lane on Charmaine Lane from East Morrison Road to Wild Bird Lane to install a water tap located at 3250 Charmaine Lane Read on...
  45. BPD

    BROWNSVILLE POLICE OFFICERS TO ASSIST IN FUNERAL SERVICES FOR FALLEN SAN BENITO POLICE OFFICER

    Abril Luna, the spokesperson for the Brownsville Police Department, said members of the honor guard, motorcycle unit, and patrol units will assist with the services for San Benito Lt. Milton Resendez who died Oct. 17, 2023 Read on...
  46. DRUG TAKE BACK

    NATIONAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE BACK DAY SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2023

    In Brownsville, old unused medication can be dropped off from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at the Walgreens located at 1525 Central Boulevard. Read on...
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    BROWNSVILLE PUB ANNOUNCES TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURE ON PAREDES LINE ROAD

    This will involve a temporary closure of the far-right lane on the southbound side of Paredes Line Rd. stretching from Sleepy Hollow Road to E. Alton Gloor Boulevard. Read on...
  48. Road Construction

    ROAD CONSTRUCTION TO BEGIN OCTOBER 30, 2023 ON PRICE ROAD

    Construction work involves a mill and overlay process which removes old pavement and replaces it with new asphalt. Any damaged curb and gutter within the project’s limits will also be replaced. Read on...
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    BROWNSVILLE CITY MANAGER KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT STATE OF THE CHAMBER LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON

    The luncheon provided an opportunity for members of the business community to come together. It served as a platform to reflect on the achievements and challenges of the past year while also looking ahead to the future goals of the community. Read on...
  50. 3 Patch

    IT'S FALL YOU ALL; PUMPKIN PATCH AND SCARECROW TRAIL TO OPEN SATURDAY AT DEAN PORTER PARK

    You can get into the fall spirit by selecting your very own pumpkin from our pumpkin patch. Perfect for carving, decorating, or using as festive autumn decor. Read on...
  51. 4985

    TRAFFIC SIGNAL TO BE TEMPORARILY TURNED OFF SATURDAY AT DANA AVENUE AND RUBEN TORRES BOULEVARD

    The City of Brownsville's Engineering and Public Works Department will be temporarily turning off the traffic signal at this intersection from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM on that day. This is to facilitate pedestrian signal wiring replacement. Read on...
  52. Plane

    BROWNSVILLE-SPI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT UNDERGOES TRI-ANNUAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE EXERCISE

    The Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport participated in its tri-annual Emergency Response Exercise where it conducted an intense drill to ensure its readiness and safety in case a real-life emergency should occur on airport grounds. Read on...
  53. bpub

    BPUB ANNOUNCES TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURE ON EAST ELIZABETH STREET FOR OCTOBER 18, 2023

    The Brownsville Public Utilities Board announces a temporary lane closure on the left lane of south-bound East Elizabeth Street between 11th Street and 12th Street to install a fire line Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, beginning at 6:00 PM Read on...
  54. Dia De Los Muertos

    BARCC SETS UP DIA DE LOS MUERTOS ALTAR TO HONOR DECEASED PETS

    The idea for this tribute was conceived by Monica Llanas, an adoption specialist at the shelter. Monica, who grew up in Mexico, explained that in Mexico, the souls of pets are celebrated on October 28th. Read on...
  55. thumbnail_Christopher Hopkins Headshot

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE NAMES NEW ASSISTANT AIRPORT DIRECTOR FOR BROWNSVILLE-SPI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

    The City of Brownsville’s – Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport (BRO) has named Christopher Hopkins, C.M. Assistant Director of Airport. Read on...
  56. bpub

    BPUB ANNOUNCES TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF PAREDES LINE ROAD FOR OCTOBER 17, 2023

    Brownsville Public Utilities Board will be performing a sewer force main scheduled on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, between 9:00AM and 3:30 PM. Read on...
  57. Halloween

    BPD'S HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR BASH COMING SOON TO BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK

    Get those Halloween costumes ready as the Brownsville Police Department is gearing up for its annual Spooktacular Halloween Bash, promising a night filled with tricks and treats for all. Read on...
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    BARCC MAKES PRESENTATION TO BISD STUDENTS AT VELA MIDDLE SCHOOL

    Michelle D. Garcia, the principal at Vela Middle School, accepted an invitation from BARCC to have their representatives make a presentation to students. The focus of the presentation was on the importance of having pets and taking proper care of them. Read on...
  59. Rotary1

    BROWNSVILLE CITY MANAGER HELEN RAMIREZ IS GUEST SPEAKER AT ROTARY CLUB OF BROWNSVILLE SUNRISE

    The Rotary Club of Brownsville Sunrise received an update on the happenings in Brownsville as Brownsville City Manager Helen Ramirez, AICP, was the guest speaker and gave a presentation at a recent meeting of the club. Read on...
  60. Dean Porter Park

    PARKS AND RECREATIONS DEPARTMENT TO HOST ANNUAL PUMPKIN PATCH AND SCARECROW TRAIL

    Another fun-filled event for the entire family is coming to Dean Porter Park as the City of Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department gets ready to host the annual Dean Porter Park Pumpkin Patch and Scarecrow Trail 2023. Read on...
  61. Jose Marti

    FULL RECONSTRUCTION OF JOSE MARTI BOULEVARD EXPECTED TO BE COMPLETED IN FEBRUARY 2024

    The City of Brownsville's Engineering and Public Works Department continues to oversee a full reconstruction project on Jose Marti Boulevard. This project is part of the CIP and aims to enhance the roadway infrastructure in the area. Read on...
  62. latin jazz

    LATIN JAZZ FESTIVAL OPENS UP THIS WEEKEND IN BROWNSVILLE

    The best in Latin Jazz is coming to Brownsville the weekend of October 13 through October 14, 2023, during the 2023 Latin Jazz Festival that will take place at the TSC Performing Arts Center and Linear Park. Read on...
  63. SPONSORSHIP

    BROWNSVILLE CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU ACCEPTING SPONSORSHIP APPLICATIONS

    If you are an organization in Brownsville seeking sponsorship opportunities for an upcoming event in the City of Brownsville the Brownsville Convention and Visitors Bureau would like to hear from you. Read on...
  64. Mayor Space Industry

    MAYOR JOHN COWEN JR. DELIVERS WELCOMING REMARKS AT BINATIONAL WORKSHOP RELATING TO SPACE INDUSTRY

    The Binational Workshop on workforce challenges in the space industry, which featured speakers from both the United States and Mexico and was held at the Brownsville Events Center, highlights the growing importance of the space industry in South Texas Read on...
  65. Glasses

    CVB HANDING OUT FREE SOLAR VIEWING GLASSES FOR SATURDAY'S SOLAR ECLIPSE EVENT

    The countdown to the annular solar eclipse 2023 is underway and the Southmost Branch of the Brownsville Public Library along with Visit Brownsville and the South Texas Astronomical Society (STARS) is hosting an exciting event for the entire family Read on...
  66. weather

    COLD FRONT BRINGS BENEFICIAL RAIN TO BROWNSVILLE AND OTHER AREAS OF THE RGV

    A cold front brought some much-needed rain to Brownsville on Thursday, October 5, 2023. The National Weather Service in Brownsville/Rio Grande Valley reported varying amounts of rainfall in different parts of the city Read on...
  67. solar eclipse

    SOLAR ECLIPSE VIEWING EVENT TO BE HELD AT SOUTHMOST LIBRARY BRANCH ON OCTOBER 14, 2023

    The event is centered around the annular solar eclipse occurring on that day. Free viewing glasses will be distributed to attendees while supplies last, allowing safe viewing of the eclipse. Read on...
  68. New Deputy Manager

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE ANNOUNCES NEW DEPUTY CITY MANAGER

    The City of Brownsville is proud to announce Mr. Alan Guard as the new Deputy City Manager within the City Manager’s Office for the City of Brownsville. Read on...
  69. City of Brownsville logo Image

    CITY COMMISSION HIGHLIGHTS FOR OCT. 3, 2023 CITY COMMISSION MEETING

    The Brownsville Police Department brought up the issue of After-Hours establishments that operate without a TABC license. These establishments sell alcohol outside of the legal hours and are not subject to state law Read on...
  70. Bill Young

    FORMER BROWNSVILLE PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER BILL YOUNG PASSES AWAY AT THE AGE OF 83

    He was an award-winning journalist who worked for The Brownsville Herald, The Port Isabel Press, KRGV and KGBT news, and worked for the City of Brownsville as its Public Information Officer for twenty-one years Read on...
  71. Watering Schedule

    BPUB DEVELOPS TOOL WHERE BROWNSVILLE RESIDENTS CAN SEARCH WHEN THEN CAN WATER THEIR LAWNS

    BPUB has a Watering Schedule Checker Page on its website where customers can find their designating watering days. The customer only has to enter their address and their watering scheduling will appear. Brownsville is under Stage 2 Water Restrictions Read on...
  72. VBMC

    MAYOR JOHN COWEN JR. PRESENTS PROCLAMATION TO VBMC-BROWNSVILLE AT WALL UNVEILING CEREMONY

    Brownsville Mayor John Cowen Jr. recognized the medical center's long-standing service to the residents of Brownsville with a City of Brownsville Proclamation. Read on...
  73. Grande

    FOUR MORE STREETS IN BROWNSVILLE SCHEDULED TO UNDERGO FULL RECONSTRUCTION

    This reconstruction will encompass several aspects, including new drainage systems, roadway improvements and sidewalks, the City of Brownsville Department of Engineer and Public Works reports. Read on...
  74. Careers and Coffee1

    CAREERS AND COFFEE GET THINGS BREWING AT THE BROWNSVILLE EVENTS CENTER

    Several notable employers were present at the Job Expo, including SpaceX, Southwest Keys, Bechtel, Rio Grande LNG, and Valley Regional Medical Center. These companies offered various employment opportunities Read on...
  75. Road Closure

    NORTH CLUBHOUSE ROAD TO BE TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    North Clubhouse Road will be temporarily closed to vehicular traffic from Wednesday, September 27, 2023, to Friday, September 29, 2023 Read on...
  76. Viking Lane

    ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT COMPLETES WORK ON 28 STREETS FUNDED BY CDBG

    The City of Brownsville's Engineering and Public Works Department was able to complete asphalt milling and overlay for 28 streets using funding from the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 funding cycle and the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) monies. Read on...
  77. Parking

    REPAVING COMPLETED ON THREE PARKING LOTS IN DOWNTOWN BROWNSVILLE

    The parking lots on East Adams and East Washington Streets along with the parking lot on East Taylor Street were repaved and restriped on Monday, September 25, 2023. Read on...
  78. New Airport

    COMMERCIAL FLIGHTS OPERATING AGAIN AT BROWNSVILLE-SOUTH PADRE ISLAND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

    Commercial flight operations at the Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport were up and running against Monday afternoon. Read on...
  79. Airport

    FLIGHTS DISRUPTIONS BEING REPORTED AT BROWNSVILLE-SOUTH PADRE INTERATIONAL AIRPORT

    This cancellation is impacting not only flights to Brownsville but also those to McAllen International Airport and Valley International Airport. Read on...
  80. Parking 2

    PAVING OF PARKING LOTS IN DOWNTOWN BROWNSVILLE UNDERWAY

    The repaving of the parking lots at East Washington and 10th Street, as well as East Adams next to the Fire Station in Brownsville, was underway Monday, September 25,2023. Read on...
  81. Careers and Coffee

    CAREERS AND COFFEE EXPO TO TAKE CENTER STAGE WEDNESDAY AT THE BROWNSVILLE EVENTS CENTER

    Poised to be the largest career fair in South Texas, this transformative event will feature thousands of employment opportunities and will take place at the Brownsville Event Center with potential employers seeing applicants between 8:00AM and 4:00PM Read on...
  82. Cyclobia

    CYCLOBIA BRINGS A NIGHT OF FUN FOR CYCLISTS IN DOWNTOWN BROWNSVILLE

    Parents and their children cycled up and around the streets of downtown Brownsville and some stopped at rest stations to play games. Music from the 80s was pumped out from a Wellness Block Party on East 10th Street where there was plenty of fun Read on...
  83. cyclobia

    CYCLOBIA "CYCLING THE STREETS" OF BROWNSVILLE SCHEDULED FOR FRIDAY NIGHT

    CycloBia is a free event that aims to transform selected streets in Brownsville into car-free zones temporarily. During the event, residents can enjoy a variety of recreational and sporting activities such as walking, skating, biking, running Read on...
  84. BARRC

    BARCC LOOKING FOR COMMUNITY MEMBERS TO FOSTER DOGS FOR 10 DAYS

    In an effort to save more pets in Brownsville, The Brownsville Animal Regulation and Care Center (BARCC) is urgently asking the community to open their homes for 10 days to volunteer as a foster parent. Read on...
  85. Cowen

    MAYOR JOHN COWEN JR. KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT LEADERSHIP BROWNSVILLE CLASS OF 39 ORIENTATION DINNER

    Mayor Cowen said Leadership Brownsville provides those class members of Leadership Brownsville with “a unique perspective on how our city operates, Read on...
  86. Suicide Walk

    BROWNSVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO HOST FIRST ANNUAL SUICIDE PREVENTION WALK AT SUNRISE MALL

    The community is encouraged to join the Police Department in this important event to show solidarity and support for those affected by mental health challenges. Read on...
  87. Parking Lot

    TWO PARKING LOTS IN DOWNTOWN BROWNSVILLE TO BE REPAVED

    The repaving of the parking lots at East Washington and 10th Street and East Adams next to the Fire Station is scheduled for September 25th. Read on...
  88. Old Alice

    OLD ALICE ROAD ALSO ON THE LIST OF ROADS TO UNDERGO A FULL RECONSTRUCTION

    The planned reconstruction project for Old Alice Road, from I-69 Frontage to FM 802 is a significant infrastructure upgrade. Read on...
  89. Honeydale

    REPAVING OF HONEYDALE ROAD TO BE COMPLETED TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

    The drive down Honeydale Road in the City of Brownsville should be smoother starting Tuesday afternoon, September 19, 2023, once the road work is completed. Read on...
  90. Avelo

    AVELO AIRLINES ADDS NEW PROMOTION TO FLIGHTS TO ORLANDO, LOS ANGELES AND LAS VEGAS

    Avelo Airlines is currently offering a special promotion where travelers can get a $20 discount on roundtrip flights to Orlando, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. Read on...
  91. News Story Image

    BPUB INITIATES STAGE 2 WATER RESTRICTIONS DUE TO DROPPING WATER RESERVOIR LEVELS

    Due to dropping water reservoir levels, the Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) in collaboration with the City of Brownsville will implement water restrictions under Stage 2 of the Drought Contingency Plan effective Sept. 18, 2023. Read on...
  92. Park

    CATHERINE STILLMAN DOG PARK TEMPORARILY CLOSED FOR REPAIRS

    The park is closed due to repairs to the plumbing system that are currently in progress. Repairs to the system are expected to be complete in approximately 2 weeks. Read on...
  93. East 14th Street

    EAST 14TH STREET ANOTHER ROAD LISTED ON THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FOR COMPLETE RECONSTRUCTION

    East 14th Street will fall under the “complete street” plan which includes drainage and roadway improvements, sidewalks, and shared-use paths. Read on...
  94. Mural Ribbon 2

    OFFICIAL UNVEILING CEREMONY HELD FOR "WELCOME TO BROWNSVILLE" DOWNTOWN MURAL

    Jesse James, the talented artist behind the mural, spoke about how the project had been life-changing for him and how it had opened new doors in his artistic journey. Read on...
  95. Mitte on the Move 6

    "MITTE ON THE MOVE" BRINGS COMMUNITY TOGETHER AT SOUTHMOST LIBRARY BRANCH

    It was a great opportunity for the community to get to know the different organizations that make up the Mitte Cultural District and a few other organizations from the community. Read on...
  96. News Story Image

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE TEAMS UP WITH SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH TO OFFER FREE EXERCISE CLASSES

    A collaboration between the City of Brownsville and the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston School of Public Health has been established to offer free exercise classes to the public at local parks Read on...
  97. News Story Image

    MITTE ON THE MOVE SCHEDULED FOR TUESDAY, SEPT. 12, 2023 AT THE SOUTHMOST BRANCH LIBRARY

    There will be entertainment, informational booths from the Mitte Cultural District, games, and activities for children plus snacks. Read on...
  98. veterans_bridge911_courtesy_of_cbp_brownsville

    CBP TO TEMPORARILY STOP TRAFFIC ON VETERANS INTERNATIONAL BRIDGE MONDAY IN REMEMBRANCE OF 9/11

    U.S. Customs and Border Protection will temporarily stop vehicular traffic at Veterans International Bridge the morning of Sept. 11, during the 22st Anniversary Remembrance Ceremony to honor the 9/11 attack victims Read on...
  99. bpub

    BPUB ANNOUNCES TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF SECTION OF ROBINDALE ROAD DUE TO WATER REPAIR

    The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) is announcing a section of Robindale Road from Old Port Isabel Road to Ruben M. Torres Boulevard will be closed for approximately six hours today Read on...
  100. City of Brownsville logo Image

    CITY COMMISSION HIGHLIGHTS FOR SEPT. 5, 2023 CITY COMMISSION MEETING

    During the September 5, 2023, regular City Commission meeting in Brownsville, several important decisions and discussions took place. Here's a summary of the key points: Read on...
  101. News Story Image (1)1024_1

    RIBBON-CUTTING EVENT HELD TO MARK INAUGURAL FLIGHT TO LAS VEGAS VIA AVELO AIRLINESS

    It was all about Las Vegas at the Brownsville-South Padre International Airport on Friday, September 8, 2023, as Avelo Airlines launched its inaugural non-stop flight from Brownsville to the famous entertainment destination. Read on...
  102. ERCOT

    BPUB, ERCOT ONCE AGAIN REQUEST TEXAS RESIDENTS TO CONSERVE ENERGY

    Following a request by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas or ERCOT, Brownsville Public Utilities Board is asking its customers to conserve electricity between 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM today, September 7, 2023, due to high demands throughout Texas. Read on...
  103. News Story Image

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE RECONGIZED BY U.S. BORDER PATROL RIO GRANDE VALLEY SECTOR

    The City of Brownsville played a significant role in assisting with the influx of migrants in the region, and this was recognized during the Camp Monument Appreciation Ceremony Read on...
  104. Wild Rose

    WILD ROSE LANE SET FOR FULL RECONSTRUCTION IN 2024; ANOTHER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

    The Capital Improvement Project is set to allocate funding for the comprehensive reconstruction of Wild Rose Lane, spanning from North Coria Street to Honeydale Road. Read on...
  105. new Barcc

    BARCC TEAMS UP WITH CITY LIBRARIES FOR PET ADOPTION EVENTS

    In response to a critical surge in canine residents at the Brownsville Animal Regulation and Care Center, the City of Brownsville is excited to announce a collaborative effort with City Libraries to host a series of Pet Adoption Days Read on...
  106. Highway 77

    MAJOR MAKEOVER COMING TO OLD HIGHWAY 77 IN BROWNSVILLE

    The road has not undergone any significant renovations for the past 12 to 15 years. A full reconstruction of Old Highway 77 will begin in 2024. Read on...
  107. Cowen

    BROWNSVILLE MAYOR JOHN COWEN JR. GIVES INTRODUCTORY REMARKS AT 88TH LEGISLATIVE UPDATE LUNCHEON

    In his introductory remarks, Mayor Cowen said “Your presence here today and insights will undeniably enrich our understanding of the dynamic legislative landscape Read on...
  108. Template

    ERCOT ONCE AGAIN ASKING RESIDENTS TO CONSERVE ENERGY USAGE

    ERCOT, or the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, is once again asking residents to conserve electricity this evening, August 30, 2023. Read on...
  109. 20210506_HOTS_Brownsville-4291

    GLADYS PORTER ZOO TO OFFER DISCOUNT DAYS TO BROWNSVILLE RESIDENTS IN SEPTEMBER

    During the weekend of September 8-10, 2023, Brownsville residents will have the opportunity to visit the zoo at significantly discounted rates, which are the lowest of the year. Read on...
  110. Stage Coach

    STAGECOACH TRAIL TO UNDERGO FULL RECONSTRUCTION THAT INCLUDES DRAINAGE AND ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS

    Stagecoach Trail will undergo a major makeover in 2024, the City of Brownsville Engineering and Public Works Department reports. Read on...
  111. Fiber3

    LIT FIBER-BTX GETTING CLOSER TO BEING ABLE TO OFFER RESIDENTS FIBER INTERNET SERVICE

    Lit Fiber BTX announces that it is getting closer to being able to offer residents Lit FIber - BTX 100% fiber internet. Read on...
  112. Dome

    REPAIR WORK CONTINUES AT THE OBSERVATORY AT THE SOUTHMOST BRANCH LIBRARY

    Repair work continues at the observatory housed at the Southmost Branch library and library officials hope to have the work completed in time for the upcoming October 14, 2023 solar eclipse. Read on...
  113. Template

    BPUB/ERCOT ASK FOR VOLUNTARY ELECTRICITY CONSERVATION FOR FRIDAY AFTERNOON

    The Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) announces that electrical conservation is being requested by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) starting today, due to high demand throughout Texas because of sustained heat. Read on...
  114. Jesse James Lopez Mural

    NEW "WELCOME TO BROWNSVILLE" DOWNTOWN MURAL CLOSE TO COMPLETION

    The new mural titled "Welcome to Brownsville" on East 13th Street in downtown Brownsville is a creation by local artist Jesse James Lopez, 22 years old. Read on...
  115. Eastern Blvd  Cedar Map

    RESIDENTS ON EASTERN BOULEVARD AND CEDAR STREET TO EXPERIENCE WATER SERVICE INTERRUPTION

    The Brownsville Public Utilities Board has announced that some residents on Eastern Boulevard and Cedar Street could expect water service interruption as the utility service provider will replace four water valves. Read on...
  116. News Story Image

    ALL-HAZARDS AWARENESS FAIR SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 31, 2023 AT THE BROWNSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

    The City of Brownsville Fire Department Office of Emergency Management & Homeland Security is hosting its annual All-Hazards Awareness Fair from 4 PM to 7 PM Thursday, August 31, 2023, at the Brownsville Public Library located at 2600 Central Boulevard. Read on...
  117. Pay Station

    PARKING ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS BEGIN ENFORCING THE USE OF PAYING STATIONS IN DOWNTOWN BROWNSVILLE

    On August 21, 2023, parking enforcement officers from the Brownsville Police Department began enforcing the use of the newly installed paying stations in downtown Brownsville. Read on...
  118. Market Square

    BROWNSVILLE CITY COMMISSION UNANIMOUSLY RATIFIES FY 2024 BUDGET

    The City of Brownsville Commission came together, at its August 15th meeting, to unanimously ratify the City's Fiscal Year 2024 General Fund Budget amounting to $121M, alongside Certificates of Obligation valued at $29.6M. Read on...
  119. South Price Road

    SECTION OF SOUTH PRICE ROAD TO BE CLOSED BEGINNING AUGUST 24, 2023 FOR SEWER LINE IMPROVEMENTS

    A section of South Price Road will be closed from Thursday, August 24, 2023, through Saturday, August 26, 2023. Read on...
  120. Storm

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE TAKING PROACTIVE APPROACH IN ANTICIPATION OF HEAVY RAINFALL NEXT WEEK

    With the possibility of heavy rain impacting the area next week, the City of Brownsville is taking a proactive approach and preparing the city. Read on...
  121. City of Brownsville logo Image

    DISTRICT 2 COMMISSIONER LINDA C. MACIAS PLANS NEIGHBORHOOD CLEANUP FOR MCKENZIE ESTATES

    Brownsville City Commissioner District 2 Linda C. Macias in collaboration with the City of Brownsville Public Health Department will hold a Neighborhood Cleanup at McKenzie Estates. Read on...
  122. Agua Bravo

    ROAD IMPROVEMENTS CONTINUE IN BROWNSVILLE; AQUA BRAVO DRIVE LATEST STREET TO GET REPAVED

    Residents living on Agua Bravo Drive will be driving on a smoother road as the roadway is being repaved. Read on...
  123. A Toast To Tails Invatation 2023 Ver. 4 FINAL

    "TOAST TO TAILS" GALA TO BENEFIT BARCC SEEKING SPONSORS

    The Brownsville Animal Regulation and Care Center will have its inaugural “Toast To Tails Gala” at the Brownsville Events Center at 6 PM Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, and is seeking sponsors to help make this a successful fundraising event. Read on...
  124. City of Brownsville logo Image

    CITY COMMISSION HIGHLIGHTS FOR AUG. 15, 2023 CITY COMMISSION MEETING

    The Brownsville City Commission at its August 15, 2023, regular City Commission meeting discussed various items. Here's a summary of the key points: Read on...
  125. Garcia

    OLD HIGHWAY 77 TO GET HUGE MAKOVER IN 2024 SAYS ENGINEER AND PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR DOROTEO GARCIA JR

    This makeover will involve converting the road from its current rural state to an urban roadway with three lanes and sidewalks on both sides. Read on...
  126. Road closure

    BACK-TO-SCHOOL EVENT LEADS TO TEMPORARY STREET CLOSURE OF WEST 8TH STREET ON SATURDAY, AUG. 12, 2023

    8th Street between West Levee Street and West Saint Charles Street will be closed from 10 AM to 1 PM on Saturday, August 12,2023. Read on...
  127. Dr. Rodriguez

    DR. ARTURO RODRIGUEZ DESGINATED CHAIR OF TASKFORCE OF BORDER HEALTH OFFICIALS FOR TEXAS

    Dr. Arturo Rodriguez, Director of Public Health and Wellness for the City of Brownsville, has been designated to Chair the Taskforce of Border Health Officials for the State of Texas. Read on...
  128. CityNightOut-Web-Image

    BROWNSVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT INVITES COMMUNITY TO ATTEND NATIONAL NIGHT OUT EVENT

    National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. Read on...
  129. The Welcome to Brownsville sign with three flags and trees behind it.

    COME AND JOIN OUR CITY OF BROWNSVILLE TEAM

    The City of Brownsville has numerous job openings for those individuals interested in working for the City. Read on...
  130. City of Brownsville logo Image

    CITY COMMISSION HIGHLIGHTS FOR AUG. 1, 2023 CITY COMMISSION MEETING

    The Brownsville City Commission on its Aug. 1, 2023, approved on a first reading an ordinance that pertains to speeding on roadways, the use of mobile devices while driving, and parking on city streets. Read on...
  131. City of Brownsville logo Image

    NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON TAX INCREASE

    A tax rate of $0.607987 per $100 valuation has been proposed by the governing body of CITY OF BROWNSVILLE. Read on...
  132. COB-Press

    FOUR BROWNSVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEES RECOGNIZED WITH PROCLAMATION

    The City of Brownsville honored Brownsville Police Department Telecommunicators Ida Villarreal, Sarahi Benavides, Mary Blanco, and Officer Albert Buitureida for their outstanding service and dedication. Read on...
  133. Laguna Azul

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT CONTINUE WORK ON STREET IMPROVEMENTS

    The City of Brownsville Engineer and Public Works Department is making progress on the street repair projects funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Read on...
  134. Downtown mural

    WINNER OF DOWNTOWN MURAL CONTEST WORKING ON MURAL

    Jesse James, the winner of the downtown mural contest, is creating a vibrant mural titled "Welcome to Brownsville" at the corner of East 13th and East Elizabeth streets. Read on...
  135. Games of Texas 2

    2023 SUMMER GAMES OF TEXAS-BROWNSVILLE COME TO A CLOSE

    The 2023 Summer Games of Texas in Brownsville came to an end with lots of excitement and energy throughout the four-day event. Read on...
  136. Soccer

    SATURDAY'S 2023 SUMMER GAMES OF TEXAS-BROWNSVILLE ADD SOCCER AND BOXING

    Saturday, July 29, 2023, was an exciting day as it marked the first time that soccer and boxing competitions took place at the Games. Read on...
  137. Track and Field

    2023 SUMMER GAMES OF TEXAS OPENING CEREMONY SCHEDULED FOR FRIDAY NIGHT

    The opening ceremony will be held at 8 PM Friday night with a pre-show at 7 PM. This grand occasion will showcase the spirit of the games with the parade of athletes. Read on...
  138. Pickleball

    2023 GAMES OF TEXAS- BROWNSVILLE KICK OFF THURSDAY WITH SEVERAL GAMES ON TAP

    The day's competitions encompass swimming, golf, pickleball, and track and field events. Each sport presents its own set of challenges and opportunities for athletes to demonstrate their skills and determination. Read on...
  139. Calle Buenos Aires

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT CONTINUE TO WORK ON STREET PROJECTS

    The full reconstruction of the street by G&T Paving includes replacing the curb and gutter, sidewalks, and driveways. Read on...
  140. Avenida De La Plata 1

    AVENIDA DE LA PLATA GETTING COMPLETE OVERHAUL

    The cost of this comprehensive improvement project for Avenida De La Plata is $1,287,500.50. This funding is being allocated from the Capital Improvement Project. Read on...
  141. Safety sign

    THE CITY OF BROWNSVILLE'S 100-DAY SAFETY CAMPAIGN IN PROGRESS

    The primary objective of this campaign is to decrease the number of incidents and accidents that occur on public roadways and crosswalks within the city. Read on...
  142. sasha

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT REPAVING SASHA CIRCLE

    The repaving of the street through milling and overlaying will help improve the condition of the road for the residents and visitors. Read on...
  143. Barcc

    BARCC CALLS ON COMMUNITY TO HELP WITH CRITICALLY HIGH CAPACITY

    Currently, there are 126 dogs at the shelter, and 72 kennels. More than 20 dogs need to be placed in homes this week to avoid euthanasia due to insufficient space at the center. Read on...
  144. Health Department

    BROWNSVILLE PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT ASK RESIDENTS TO TAKE PRECAUTIONS WHEN HEADING OUTSIDE

    This is the time of year in which the Rio Grande Valley’s climate creates a perfect opportunity for more mosquitoes to come out, which means the possibility of more mosquito-borne diseases to be spread. Read on...
  145. Viking

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT ACTIVELY INVOLVED IN ROAD PROJECTS

    They are currently working on Viking Lane, specifically carrying out milling and overlay work from Center Drive to El Paso Road, followed by repaving. Read on...
  146. City of Brownsville logo Image

    CITY COMMISSION HIGHLIGHTS FOR JULY 11, 2023 CITY COMMISSION MEETING

    The Brownsville City Commission at its July 11, 2023 regular commission meeting approved awarding ZIWA Construction the $7, 489, 689 TIGER project which is a project belonging to the Multimodal Transportation Department. Read on...
  147. Health

    BROWNSVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HOLDS HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR

    The fair attracted a large crowd of individuals who were interested in gathering information about ways to achieve or maintain good health. Read on...
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  149. Flood

    ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT PRESENTS FLOOD INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT STUDY TO PUBLIC

    The study, which was funded by the Texas Water Development Board, aimed to identify flood vulnerabilities within the City of Brownsville and surrounding areas. Read on...
  150. visit bville

    BROWNSVILLE CVB SET TO CLOSE APPLICATIONS FOR HOTEL OCCUPANCY TAX FUNDING

    The CVB launched the application program on June 19th and will close the application acceptance on Sunday. Read on...
  151. new Barcc

    BARCC TEAMS UP WITH PETSMART CHARITIES TO HOST PET ADOPTIONS THIS WEEKEND

    The adoption fee for each pet is $25. During the event, BARCC will have a variety of adoptable pets available, including dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens. Read on...
  152. City of Brownsville logo Image

    TINO VILLARREAL JR. SWORN IN AS AT-LARGE "A" CITY COMMISSIONER

    The ceremony took place during a recent Brownsville City Commission meeting, where U.S. District Judge Rolando Olvera Jr. administered the oath of office. Read on...
  153. Sandbags photo

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE TO HOLD SECOND SANDBAG DISTRIBUTION EVENT

    The distribution of sandbags to residents and local businesses will take place Saturday, July 15, 2023, from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM Read on...
  154. GOT-Image

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE PREPARES TO WELCOME THOUSANDS TO GAMES OF TEXAS COMPETITION THIS JULY

    This exciting multi-sporting, competitive event will take place July 27th to July 30th, bringing an estimated 7,000 athletes and thousands more in visitors from across the state to the vibrant City of Brownsville. Read on...
  155. City of Brownsville logo Image

    CITY APPROVES ISSUANCE OF $31 MILLION CERTIFICATE OF OBLIGATION FOR ROADS AND INFRASTRUCTURE

    This financial move is designed to address road projects and key infrastructure needs within the City. Read on...
  156. Road

    ROAD IMPROVEMENTS BEING DONE ON MIDWAY DRIVE

    The construction work involved prepping and milling the road, with the aim of repaving the streets. Read on...
  157. Mr. Amigo1

    ALEXANDER ACHA NAMED MR. AMIGO 2023

    In 2009, Acha was honored with a Latin Grammy for Best New Artist. Read on...
  158. Rain

    NUSIANCE AND ISOLATED FLASH FLOODING POSSIBLE THURSDAY, JULY 6, 2023

    In light of the heavy rain and potential flooding, the Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security for the City of Brownsville is urging residents to avoid driving through flooded roads. Read on...
  159. Mayor

    BROWNSVILLE MAYOR OFFERS UPDATES ON CITY INITIATIVES AT "FRIDAY WITH THE CITY" EVENT

    The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce hosts its “Friday With the City” and features Brownsville City Mayor, John Cowen, Jr. Read on...
  160. Road  Closure

    ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE OF SOUTH PRICE ROAD

    If your daily commute takes you down South Price Road, you will need to find an alternate route starting Wednesday, July 5, 2023. Read on...
  161. Hot Weather

    HEAT INDICES BETWEEN 105 AND 110 DEGREES EXPECTED THURSDAY AFTERNOON

    If you are spending time outdoors, remember to remain hydrated, take frequent breaks, and wear lightweight and light-colored clothing. Read on...
  162. Fireworks2

    BROWNSVILLE’S SALUTE TO FREEDOM IS SCHEDULED FOR JULY 1ST AT THE BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK

    The Salute to Freedom Celebration is a special event dedicated to honoring and recognizing the individuals who have served to protect the freedoms we cherish. Read on...
  163. IMG_5795 - Pic2

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE CELEBRATES $4.7 MILLION GRANT FOR GREEN PUBLIC TRANSIT INITIATIVE

    Brownsville Mayor John Cowen Jr. is proud to announce that the City has been awarded a $4.7 million grant from U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration for the replacement of six diesel buses with battery-powered electric buses Read on...
  164. Main Downtown - Copy

    ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT REMARKING DOWNTOWN PARKING SPACES

    The City of Brownsville’s Engineering and Public Work Department has been busy remarking the parking spaces in downtown Brownsville. Read on...
  165. Page-001

    BARCC TO OFFER FREE MICROCHIPPING AHEAD OF FOURTH OF JULY

    The Brownsville Animal Regulation and Care Center (BARCC) will provide free microchipping for dogs and other pets in anticipation of the Fourth of July holiday. Read on...
  166. Avelo-vegas-110

    AVELO AIRLINES ADDS NONSTOP SERVICE FROM BROWNSVILLE TO LAS VEGAS

    Introductory one-way fares between Brownsville South Padre International Airport (BRO) and Las Vegas’ Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) start at $69.* Read on...
  167. City of Brownsville logo Image

    CITY COMMISSION HIGHLIGHTS FOR JUNE 20, 2023 MEETING

    The Brownsville City Commission at its June 20, 2023, regular Commission meeting approved a resolution authorizing the Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation (GBIC) to sell Lot 5 of the North Brownsville Industrial Park. Read on...
  168. outside-of-heatwaves

    RELENTLESS HEAT TO CONTINUE

    Relentless heat will continue to impact Brownsville and the rest of the Rio Grande Valley with anticipated heat indices between 111 and 121 degrees. Read on...
  169. City of Brownsville logo Image

    TINO VILLARREAL JR. ELECTED TO BROWNSVILLE CITY COMMISSION

    Tino Villarreal Jr. has been elected by registered voters in Brownsville to fill the vacant City Commission At Large "A" position on the Brownsville City Commission. Read on...
  170. too hot for pets

    RESIDENTS URGED TO KEEP AN EYE ON PETS DURING HOT WEATHER

    The City of Brownsville's Public Health Department and Police Department are rightly urging pet owners to take precautions and keep a close eye on their pets during hot weather. Read on...
  171. NWS

    DANGEROUS HEAT EXPECTED ON FATHER'S DAY

    An excessive heat warning will remain in effect on Sunday, which is Father’s Day, and any outdoor celebrations could become dangerous because of the heat. Read on...
  172. 52567285226_28efeae3b9_c

    BROWNSVILLE'S ANNUAL SALUTE TO FREEDOM SCHEDULED FOR JULY 1ST

    Brownsville’s annual Salute to Freedom Celebration is scheduled for July 1, 2023, at the Brownsville Sports Park. Read on...
  173. thumbnail_Heat Advisory (1)

    EXCESSIVE HEAT EXPECTED TO CONTINUE INTO NEXT WEEK

    The Rio Grande Valley, including Brownsville, is likely to continue to experience life-threatening heat into next week Read on...
  174. christmas in July

    FIRE DEPARMENT TO HOLD THIRD ANNUAL CHRISTMAS IN JULY 5K/1MILE

    The Third Annual Christmas in July 5K/1 Mile Run Walk sponsored by the Brownsville Fire Department is a great opportunity for runners and walkers to contribute to the community while enjoying some physical activity. Read on...
  175. The Welcome to Brownsville sign with three flags and trees behind it.

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE CONVENTION AND VISITOR’S BUREAU TO HOST HOT APPLICATION WORKSHOPS

    The City of Brownsville’s Convention and Visitor’s Bureau and Office of Space Commerce will host two Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) Educational Workshops for the general-public, including entities that wish to learn more about Hotel and Motel Tax policies Read on...
  176. John Cowen Jr

    BROWNSVILLE MAYOR JOHN COWEN JR. NAMED IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT OF LRGVDC

    Brownsville Mayor John Cowen, Jr., has never been president of the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council, but that did not stop its board of directors appointing him “Immediate Past President.” Read on...
  177. Accela2 photo

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE PROVIDES ACCELA TRAINING FOR CITIZENS

    The City of Brownsville has partnered with Accela Inc., a cloud-based platform of government software solutions, to deliver powerful e-government services. Read on...
  178. Health Department

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE HEALTH AUTHORITY DISCUSSES SERIOUSNESS OF MENINGITIS

    The City of Brownsville’s Health Authority is reminding residents to remain cautious when traveling to Matamoros, Mexico for elective surgery. Read on...
  179. fIBER 2

    PROGRESS BEING MADE TO CLOSE THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN BROWNSVILLE WITH FIBER OPTIC NETWORK

    Construction of the City of Brownsville’s middlemile fiber network continues to make great progress as the Lit Fiber - BTX (“Lit,” or “BTX Fiber” Read on...
  180. mural winner

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE ANNOUNCES MURAL WINNER

    Admirers of Brownsville’s heritage, art, and traditions participated in community voting. Read on...
  181. Affordable places

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE NAMED ONE OF THE MOST AFFORDABLE PLACES TO LIVE IN THE U.S.

    Brownsville ranked No. 15 in the list compiled by U.S. News and World Report. Read on...
  182. Children

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE OFFERS SUMMER ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN

    It’s summer time and the City of Brownsville has plenty of activities to keep children active during the summer months. Read on...
  183. SandBags

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE PREPARES FOR HURRICANE SEASON WITH SANDBAG DISTRIBUTION EVENT

    The City of Brownsville is proactively taking steps to prepare for the upcoming Atlantic Hurricane Season Read on...
  184. BARCC Building Clipart

    BROWNSVILLLE ANIMAL REGULATION AND CARE CENTER TEMPORARILY MODIFIES SERVICES

    The City of Brownsville is temporarily modifying its services to contain a virus that circulated among its canine residents Read on...
  185. Flag Raising

    LGBTQ+ TASK FORCE HOLD FLAG RAISING CEREMONY

    A crowd gathered outside the Brownsville Convention and Visitors Bureau for the LGBTQ+ Task Force flag raising ceremony Read on...
  186. City of brownsville

    MULTIMODAL TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT KICKS-OFF BICYCLE, PEDESTRIAN, CHILD SAFETY CAMPAIGN

    The City of Brownsville is taking the initiative to protect its residents through safety across city streets Read on...
  187. Law Enforcement Appreciation Day Farmers Market

    FARMERS MARKET HOLDS LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION DAY

    The Brownsville Farmers Market wanted to show its appreciation to law enforcement for their dedication and commitment to keeping the people in the community safe. Read on...
  188. Helen-Ramirez-on-NBC-23

    CITY MANAGER TALKS ABOUT BICYCLE, PEDESTRIAN, AND CHILD SAFETY CAMPAIGN

    Brownsville City Manager Helen Ramirez made an appearance on KVEO to talk about the city's Bicycle, Pedestrian and Child Safety Campaign Additional Info...
  189. Cardenas

    FRIDAY WITH THE CITY FEATURES JORGE CARDENAS

    Jorge Cardenas, director of Enterprise Applications for the City of Brownsville, was the featured speaker at the most recent Friday with the City event Read on...
  190. Brownsville Best City-2

    BROWNSVILLED RANKED 8TH IN BEST PLACES TO LIVE IN TEXAS

    U.S. News and World Report ranks Brownsville in the Top 10 Best Places to Live in the State of Texas Read on...
  191. JM Road

    ROAD CONSTRUCTION CONTINUES ON JOSE MARTI BOULEVARD

    Road construction is underway which has reduced traffic in the area down to one lane Read on...
  192. _DSC4685_1

    TWENTY-TWO GRADUATE FROM PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR PUBLIC SAFETY

    The 22-member class was comprised of Brownsville Police Department officers and Brownsville Fire Department firefighters Read on...
  193. Avelo winner

    LUCKY WINNER CLAIMS AVELO AIRLINE TICKETS

    Another lucky winner will be getting to her dream vacation non-stop courtesy of Avelo Airlines Read on...
  194. COB Logo_beyond__Full-Color

    COME JOIN THE CITY OF BROWNSVILLE TEAM

    The City of Brownsville has several job openings for individuals seeking employment opportunities Read on...
  195. Felix Sauceda - ACM-COP

    COB NAMES NEW ASSISTANT MANAGER

    The newly selected Assistant City Manager will take on a dual role within City leadership. Read on...
  196. fe0e114e-c917-4d2f-a677-cf65fdb94739_(1)

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE GETS SOLAR-POWERED SMART PAYING STATIONS

    The City replaced its out-of-date single-space coin parking meters with new environmentally friendly ones Read on...
  197. Fire-Department-home

    EMS WEEK CELEBRATES EMS PRACTITIONERS AND THEIR WORK

    The week of May 21-27, 2023 is EMS Week and this year's theme is "Where Emergency Care Begins" Read on...
  198. Avelo

    AVELO AIRLINES TAKES FLIGHT IN BROWNSVILLE

    Avelo Airlines offers non-stop service from Brownsville to Orlando and Los Angeles Read on...
  199. Award

    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE'S HR DEPARTMENT WINS BIG AWARD

    The City of Brownsville's Office of Organizational Development and Human Resources awarded Strategic Department of the Year Read on...
  200. COB Logo_beyond__Full-Color

    NEWLY ELECTED BROWNSVILLE CITY OFFICIALS SWORN IN

    The City of Brownsville's three newly elected city officials have been sworn into office Read on...
  201. City of Brownsville logo Image

    BROWNSVILLE CITY COMMISSION MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

    The Brownsville City Commission met Tuesday, May 16, 2023, and discussed and approved several items Read on...
  202. photo for odee

    ODEE ANN LEAL RECOGNIZED FOR RECEIVING FEDERAL AWARD

    Odee Ann Leal, director of Emergency Management and Homeland Security for the City of Brownsville, received high accolades from the federal government. Read on...
  203. Traffic Signal Repair

    TRAFFIC SIGNALS REPLACEMENTS COMING

    The City of Brownsville’s Engineering and Public Works Department Traffic Branch will be replacing traffic signal control cabinets and installing traffic detection equipment the week of May 22-25, 2023. Read on...
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    COB CREWS DISPATCHED TO HELP PORT ISABEL AFTER STORM

    Brownsville City officials dispatch crews to ensure roads, residential areas, and other City areas are free from debris in the City of Port Isabel. Read on...
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    BROWNSVILLE PROACTIVELY MANAGES MIGRANT INFLUX

    Brownsville City officials affirm largest City in the Rio Grande Valley remains safe and stable amid influx of migrants. Read on...
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    EXTENSION OF DISASTER DECLARATION

    On May 4, 2023, pursuant to Texas Local Government code section 51.001, the City Commission decided to extend the Declaration of Local Disaster issued on April 27, 2023. Read on...
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    DECLARATION OF DISASTER

    City of Brownsville declares a state of disaster pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Read on...
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    $9 MILLION COMING TO CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

    Texas Land Commissioner allocates $9 million in disaster funding to the City of Brownsville Read on...
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    HELLO, AVELO!

    Avelo Airlines Announces Exclusive Nonstop Service from Brownsville-South Padre Island to Los Angeles and Orlando Read on...
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    CALL FOR ARTISTS TO CREATE MURAL DOWNTOWN

    Call to artists for a mural to be located at 1268 E. Elizabeth Street. Read on...
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    2023 & 2024 TAAF Games of Texas Individual Sports Bid

    We invite local athletic associations to submit a proposal to host a Texas Amateur Athletic Federation Games of Texas sport tournament July 27 - 30, 2023 in Brownsville. Read on...
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    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE HONORS THOSE LOST TO COVID-19 WITH MORE GROVE TREE PLANTING CEREMONIES

    City of Brownsville Commissioner is on a mission to create special places across City parks to help residents honor the memory of their loved ones lost to the pandemic. Read on...
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    CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TO HOST FRIDAY WITH THE CITY

    City Manager Helen Ramirez will be the featured speaker Read on...
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    CITY OF BROWNSVILLE TO HOST 23RD ANNUAL TEXAS ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION

    The City of Brownsville’s Parks and Recreation Department takes action to celebrate the planting and nurturing of trees within the community. Read more...
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    BPUB Offers Assistance Programs for Payments

    BPUB offers several assistance programs to help customers pay their bills. Read on...
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