Harlingen launches Geo cache Quest treasure hunt kickoff
Harlingen Parks and Recreation plans a Feb 18 kickoff at Pendleton Park for a geocaching quest using GPS. Thirteen caches have been approved by geocaching com with more planned, and volunteers will assist attendees in learning the activity. Approximately 16 or 17 participants are expected.
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Parks board okay master plan for Harlingen parks
The advisory board for Parks and Recreation approved a completed master plan for Harlingen parks and sent it to the City Commission for consideration. The Lon C. Hill Aquatic Center pool refurbishment is underway with the pool filled with water and a new concrete deck planned next. Participants have already signed up to participate.
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Raymondville Faces Budget Cuts After Walmart Closure
City officials warn budget reductions, including possible layoffs, as Walmart closes its Raymondville store cutting a major source of sales tax. The loss could impact the budget after years of rising collections. state figures will reveal exact impact.
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Harlingen to use tax revenue for 14 million convention center
City commissioners and the Tax Increment Financing Rein vestment Zone Board agreed to generate tax revenue to fund a 14 million convention center in Harlingen Heights. BC Lyndh Hospitality and Ezequiel Reyna plan a 150 room hotel beside the 43,000 square foot facility with debt to be repaid by sales and hotel tax revenues and Certificates of Obligation.
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Valley Morning Star hires Rick Kelley as new photographer reporter
Rick Kelley, 62, joined the Valley Morning Star in Harlingen as photographer and reporter. A former editor and executive editor at The Register-Herald and The Macomb Daily, he brings print and digital newsroom experience to expand content. He previously worked for Detroit Free Press and San Juan Star and will help boost online readership while pursuing wildlife and cuisine interests in the Rio Grande Valley.
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