Rep. Canales leads effort to shorten driver license wait times at DPS offices throughout Texas
A new state law designed to shorten wait times that often approach an hour or longer for people seeking or renewing a driver license or state identification card in Texas went into effect on Wednesday, September 1, 2019, according to Rep. Terry Canales, D-Edinburg.
Congressman González to be keynote speaker on Monday, September 16, for Edinburg Chamber of Commerce’s Public Affairs Luncheon
Congressman Vicente González, D-McAllen, is set to be the keynote speaker on Monday, September 16, 2019, for the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce’s Public Affairs Luncheon, which will be held at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance, located at 118 Paseo Del Prado.
Sen. Zaffirini announces 78 new laws that she shaped are effective as of September 1, including bills dealing with hazing, guardianship reform
Almost ten percent of the 820 new laws that became effective on Sunday, September 1, 2019, were authored or sponsored by Sen. Judith Zaffirini, D- Laredo, whose district includes Starr County.
Economic growth, government efficiency, more resources for seniors, and promoting Prairie View A&M key goals for Darryl S. Johnson, Democrat for Pct. 3 Waller County Commissioner
Darryl S. Johnson, an independent businessman with more than 30 years’ experience in the Texas Legislature and in Congress, says that as Waller County Commissioner, he will use his leadership skills and influential friends in the business and political corridors of power to benefit all voters in his precinct.
Rep. Terry Canales, Chair, House Committee on Transportation, says of Air Med 1: “I hope you never need them, but it’s a blessing to have them.
As chairman of the powerful House Transportation Committee, Rep. Terry Canales, D-Edinburg, has an influential say and statewide understanding of the importance of highways, airways, waterways, and railways, and how vital they are to economic prosperity and safety in the Lone Star State.
So it was with no surprise that Canales agreed to be one of the keynote speakers on Tuesday, June 18, 2019 for the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the advanced, life-saving Air Med 1 – a rotor (helicopter) emergency ambulance – which is headquartered at the South Texas International Airport at Edinburg, located at 1300 E. FM 490, about 12 miles from the Hidalgo County Courthouse in that city’s downtown.
Sen. Hinojosa, Rep. Canales played key roles in new Texas law that increases the public’s right to know how taxes are spent, reports Omar Ochoa
Two Valley state lawmakers played important roles in the passage of Senate Bill 943, which is designed to protect taxpayer dollars from waste, fraud and abuse, and help restore transparency to government, according to Edinburg City Attorney Omar Ochoa.
Area state lawmakers to participate in “Legislative News Conference” at Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance from 10:15 to 11 a.m. on Thursday
The majority of the Rio Grande Valley’s state legislative delegation will be in Edinburg on Thursday morning, August 15, 2019, to participate in a “Legislative Press Conference” being sponsored by the Mayor and Edinburg City Council and coordinated by Patrick Eronini, the city’s recently-appointed Governmental Relations Liaison.
$5 million on a direct course for planned key expansion at South Texas International Airport at Edinburg, announces Rep. Canales
$5 million in state funding for public safety hanger development at the South Texas International Airport at Edinburg should become closer to reality on Thursday, August 8, 2019, when the Edinburg City Council takes action to secure that money, Rep. Terry Canales, D-Edinburg, has announced.
Mario Lizcano, DHR Health’s corporate affairs chief, a key leader of hospital system’s proven dedication of service to the people of South Texas
If the dictionary defined the words “public service” by using Mario Lizcano as the model, the phrase “one willing and able to run into a burning building to rescue you,” certainly could be used.
Not only does Lizcano, Administrator of Community Engagement and Corporate Affairs for DHR Health, have the expertise and courage to pull off such a feat as he was a volunteer firefighter for Mission and a certified Emergency Medical Technician for many years, his willingness to help South Texans improve their life extends to more than a dozen other worthwhile efforts.
Valley state lawmakers to speak in McAllen during “Legislative Report Card Luncheon” scheduled for Wednesday, July 31 by RGV Hispanic Chamber
At least eight of the Rio Grande Valley’s 11 state legislators are scheduled to participate in the annual “Legislative Report Card Luncheon”, sponsored by the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, to be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at the Casa de Palmas Renaissance Hotel, 101 N. Main Street, McAllen.
Proposal by U.S. Rep. Mónica De La Cruz, which is delayed in Congress, would create a full-service U.S. veterans hospital in the Rio Grande Valley
Terrence Howard, an Academy Award-nominated actor, recording artist, and entrepreneur, honored with city proclamation for his surprise visit to Edinburg, reports Mayor Omar Ochoa
Stronger public safety, improved rehabilitation for inmates, $150 million in taxpayer savings, among major improvements to Texas Department of Criminal Justice under milestone state law led by Rep. Terry Canales, D-Edinburg
DHR Health’s 2026 Resident and Fellow Graduation Ceremony produces physicians and pharmacists dedicated to providing healing, advanced health care, research, education, excellence, and compassion close to home
Edinburg Cable Network earns 2026 Silver Telly Award for holiday video “The City of Edinburg Catches the Grinch,” reports Mayor Omar Ochoa
Robert Peña, Jr., 58, former state legislative candidate, longtime Edinburg school board trustee, economic development leader, and veteran of Operation Desert Storm, passes away
Rep. Terry Canales being joined by other visionary leaders, business giants, and political trailblazers to serve on Texas Bicentennial Commission
$18 million to $20 million redevelopment of Comfort Inn and MainStay Suites latest evidence of continuing strong commercial construction in Edinburg, Mayor Omar Ochoa announces
From blank canvas to lasting legacy: McAllen’s Nikki Rowe High School celebrates resilient young artists during art contest awards ceremony
Landmark state law led by Sen. Juan Hinojosa and Rep. Terry Canales to bring $160 million biomedical research center to Edinburg, Mayor Omar Ochoa reveals in State of the City Address