Valley news — archive

Reporting from KRGV, Telemundo 40, ValleyCentral (CBS 4), Border Report, The Monitor, and Progress Times, updated hourly. Their content — linked and attributed. When an outlet provides no description, AI writes one from the article's text and it's labeled as such. Spanish-language stories are AI-translated and labeled — the link always opens the original.

KRGV Channel 5

Free soil testing event in Weslaco aims to protect Arroyo Colorado watershed, prevent fertilizer runoff

Texas A&M AgriLife in Weslaco is offering free soil testing on Oct. 28 for Arroyo Colorado growers to optimize nutrient use, lower fertilizer expenses, and curb runoff.

Oct 27, 2026

KRGV Channel 5

Weslaco unveiling new memorial honoring Iwo Jima flag raiser Harlon Block

The City of Weslaco will unveil a new memorial statue honoring World War II Iwo Jima flag raiser Cpl. Harlon Block on Saturday at the Harlon Block Sports Complex.

Oct 23, 2026

KRGV Channel 5

Weslaco leaders approve ordinance limiting vape shop operating hours

Weslaco city leaders approved a new ordinance limiting vape shop operating hours from 7 a.m. to midnight and establishing strict fines for non-compliance.

Oct 21, 2026

KRGV Channel 5

Weslaco adds valve maintenance trailer to aid city water line repairs

Weslaco utility crews are using a new $100,000 valve maintenance trailer to service water lines, record GPS coordinates for hydrants, and improve future repair mapping.

Oct 20, 2026