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Norie vs. Rick: Mission mayoral candidates clash over city's future

MISSION, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Mission mayoral candidates Ricardo Salinas and incumbent Norie Gonzalez Garza are making their case to voters ahead of December's runoff election, with different views on the city's finances, infrastructure and future growth. Gonzalez Garza received just under 25%...

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Mission mayoral race candidates discussing community issues

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Mission mayoral race headed to runoff

As the sun dipped below the horizon in Mission, Texas, the atmosphere was electric with anticipation. Residents gathered outside polling places, discussing the candidates who had been vying for the mayoral seat. With a diverse slate of six candidates, the Mission mayoral race has captured the...

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Hugo Gamboa celebrating his re-election as Progreso mayor with supporters.

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Hugo Gamboa re-elected as Progreso mayor

As the sun set over Progreso on election night, the air was filled with a mix of anticipation and excitement. Residents gathered at local polling places, their faces reflecting the importance of the moment. Among them was Maria Gonzalez, a lifelong resident who expressed her hopes for the future of...

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Candidates running for mayor of Mission, Texas

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Meet the six candidates running for Mission mayor

As the sun sets over the vibrant city of Mission, Texas, the air buzzes with anticipation. Residents gather at local parks, coffee shops, and community centers, discussing their hopes for the future of their city. In the midst of this excitement, six candidates are vying for the position of mayor,...

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Weslaco firefighters honored in memory of their service

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'Johnny and Julia will be missed': Firefighters in deadly off-duty incident identified

In the quiet city of Weslaco, a profound silence has settled in the wake of tragedy. On Wednesday morning, the community awakened to heartbreaking news: two local firefighters, Johnny and Julia, lost their lives in an off-duty incident. As the sun rose over the Rio Grande Valley, friends, family,...

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