Brownsville player Flores earns letter after life changing event
A Brownsville Veterans Memorial football player named Flores earned his letter after months of preparation for his senior season, a process interrupted by a life changing event. The article notes the milestone on page B1.
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Brownsville Veterans Memorial
Drop in Unemployment Page A3
A brief page A3 notes a drop in unemployment figures, signaling improved job markets. Officials caution the gain may reflect temporary factors and urge further analysis of long term trends.
Texas coach accused players of striking referee during game
Two football players said a Texas high school coach ordered them to hit a referee after missed calls. The claim was made during a national broadcast on Friday.
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E waste recycling event in Brownsville fundraiser
The Healthy Communities of Brownsville and RCA Technologies host an e waste disposal drive and fundraiser from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at 468 Regal Row Suite 124 in Brownsville. Proceeds support community health initiatives and recycling awareness.
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RCA Technologies
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Back to School Fair Aims to Help BISD Families
The Brownsville Independent School District held its ninth annual Back to School Fair on Friday to inform parents and children about community services that support student success.
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BPUB to Upgrade Electrical System in Land O Lakes Subdivision
Brownsville Public Utilities Board will begin a yearlong electrical upgrade in Land O Lakes starting Monday. The project divides into seven neighborhood sections, with each eight week. Officials estimate total completion in about 12 months. BPUB spokesman said they will minimize outage times for residents.
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Land O'Lakes
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Marines seek to keep combat jobs closed to women
AP reports Marine Corps Commandant recommended excluding women from certain front line combat roles. Officials say Gen. Joseph Dunford sent the proposal to Navy Secretary Ray Mabus, who opposes the plan and supports allowing women to compete for Navy and Marine combat jobs. A Ranger School candidate is pictured at Fort Benning, highlighting ongoing gender integration debates.
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