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State lawmakers approve plan to further protect high school student-athletes who have suffered a concussion, which can have physical, cognitive, behavioral, and emotional health consequences, reports Dr. Luis “Louie” G. Alamia, PT, DPT

State lawmakers approve plan to further protect high school student-athletes who have suffered a concussion, which can have physical, cognitive, behavioral, and emotional health consequences, reports Dr. Luis “Louie” G. Alamia, PT, DPT - Titans of the Texas Legislature

FEATURED: Dr. Luis “Louie” G. Alamia, PT, DPT, reports that the Rio Grande Valley State Legislative Delegation recently voted for House Bill 1002, which is designed to protect public and private high school student-athletes who have suffered a concussion during sports activities. The measure is awaiting Gov. Greg Abbott’s approval, who is likely to sign it into law.

Photograph Courtesy DR. LUIS LOUIE” G. ALAMIA

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Rep. Canales says after reviewing evidence against now-impeached Attorney General Ken Paxton, “I sat and listened to it. And I began to count the felonies. I ran out of fingers and toes.”

Rep. Canales says after reviewing evidence against now-impeached Attorney General Ken Paxton, “I sat and listened to it. And I began to count the felonies. I ran out of fingers and toes.” - Titans of the Texas Legislature

FEATURED: Rep. Terry Canales, D-Edinburg, said on Saturday, May 27, 2023, that he was one of 121 state representatives to vote to impeach Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a Republican. “The allegations against Paxton include bribery, abuse of office, and obstruction. No one is above the law, and public officials must be held to the highest standard of integrity and ethics,” he said. This image was taken on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at an event hosted by the Hidalgo County Bail Bond Association.

Photograph Courtesy HIDALGO COUNTY BAIL BOND ASSOCIATION

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$6 million state grant for UTRGV South Texas Center for Excellence in Cancer Research “is just a drop in the bucket – there will be more coming,” predicts DHR Health’s Dr. Ambrosio Hernández

$6 million state grant for UTRGV South Texas Center for Excellence in Cancer Research “is just a drop in the bucket – there will be more coming,” predicts DHR Health’s Dr. Ambrosio Hernández - Titans of the Texas Legislature

FEATURED: Pharr Mayor Dr. Ambrosio Hernández played a key role in helping secure a $6 million state grant, announced on Friday, February 24, 2023, that will help launch the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine’s South Texas Center of Excellence in Cancer Research. This image was taken on Wednesday, August 3, 2022.

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Futuro RGV to host “Building a Thriving RGV: the Hidalgo County Prosperity Task Force Forum” at South Texas College on Thursday, July 13, 2023, announces Dr. Nedra Kinerk

Futuro RGV to host “Building a Thriving RGV: the Hidalgo County Prosperity Task Force Forum” at South Texas College on Thursday, July 13, 2023, announces Dr. Nedra Kinerk - Titans of the Texas Legislature

FEATURED, FROM LEFT: Former McAllen Mayor Jim Darling; Dr. Nedra Kinerk, President, Futuro RGV, and McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos. This image was taken on Thursday, June 16, 2022 at the Radison Hotel McAllen Airport, following a Futuro RGV event.

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Attorney Leah Wise, rising star in social media with proven successes in court, selected Honorary Chair of the 2023 Black & White Awards Gala to raise funds on September 21 for Angels of Love

Attorney Leah Wise, rising star in social media with proven successes in court, selected Honorary Chair of the 2023 Black & White Awards Gala to raise funds on September 21 for Angels of Love - Titans of the Texas Legislature

FEATURED: Attorney Leah Wise of McAllen will be serving on Thursday, September 21 as the Honorary Chair of the 2023 Black and White Awards Gala to benefit Angels of Love, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women and children who are victims of domestic violence. The event, to be held at the Regency Galeria, will recognize community members who embody the mission of Angels of Love. This image of Wise was taken on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at the studios of KRGV-TV in Weslaco.

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UT System Regents to consider authorizing $35 million for several facility maintenance projects at UTRGV, says Dr. Luis “Louie” Alamia, PT, DPT

UT System Regents to consider authorizing $35 million for several facility maintenance projects at UTRGV, says Dr. Luis “Louie” Alamia, PT, DPT - Titans of the Texas Legislature

FEATURED: Dr. Luis “Louie” G. Alamia, PT, DPT, Member, Board of Trustees, Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District, reports that the University of Texas System Board of Regents are scheduled to take action on three major issues that benefit UT Rio Grande Valley, including approval of $35 million for facility maintenance projects, an Annual Operating Agreement between UTRGV and Valley Baptist Health System, and establishment of a Ph.D. in Computer Science with Interdisciplinary Applications. The regents meet in Austin on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 and Thursday, May 4, 2023.

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New Texas mothers who are Medicaid recipients would receive better health coverage for up to 12 months under major plan approved by House of Representatives and supported by DHR Health

New Texas mothers who are Medicaid recipients would receive better health coverage for up to 12 months under major plan approved by House of Representatives and supported by DHR Health - Titans of the Texas Legislature

FEATURED: Dr. Carlos Cárdenas, MD, Chair, Board of Managers, DHR Health, says House Bill 12 – approved by Texas House of Representatives on Friday, April 21, 2023 and awaiting action by the Senate – would be “fantastic” for new Texas mothers who are Medicaid recipients. This image was taken on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance.

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Birth dates of political candidates, and of all adults with criminal arrests and convictions by Texas entities, would become public record under House Bill 2309 by Rep. Todd Hunter, R-Corpus Christi, approved by House of Representatives, reports attorney Omar Ochoa

Birth dates of political candidates, and of all adults with criminal arrests and convictions by Texas entities, would become public record under House Bill 2309 by Rep. Todd Hunter, R-Corpus Christi, approved by House of Representatives, reports attorney Omar Ochoa - Titans of the Texas Legislature

FEATURED: South Texas attorney Omar Ochoa prepares to be featured in a television commercial at the KRGV-TV studio in Weslaco on Thursday, July 28, 2022. More information on his McAllen-based firm is available online at https://biglink.to/gVaA.

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