Natasha Trindade
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Valley psychiatrist explains what’s behind rise in school threats
SAN BENITO, Texas (ValleyCentral)— According to EducationWeek.org, there have been six school shootings in 2023 and numerous cyber threats made by students. ValleyCentral reached out to Dr. Diana Chapa, child and adolescent psychiatrist with UTRGV School of Medicine, about these alarming trends, and she says this generation is not seeing the difference between the online […] → Read More
How to adopt a wild horse and burro in Mercedes
MERCEDES, Texas (ValleyCentral)— The Bureau of Land Management will hold a two-day wild horse and burro event on Friday and Saturday at the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Showgrounds. Animals are eligible for adoption at the two-day event in Mercedes, set for a 10 a.m. opening. Adoptions are scheduled Friday, Jan. 27 from noon to 6 […] → Read More
Property tax deadline approaching in the Valley
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — January 31 is the last day that 2022 property taxes can be paid without penalties and interest. Property owners can pay in person, online, or by mail. And in some cases, like in Hidalgo County, owners can also pay at any Lone Star National Bank. Some counties offer discount incentives for those who […] → Read More
Homeowners can now apply for the HARP program
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Texas General Land Office has re-opened its applications for the Homeowner Assistance and Reimbursement program, also known as HARP. HARP is on a first-com… → Read More
Tax time may result in smaller returns for some, Valley expert says
HARLINGEN, Texas(ValleyCentral)— It’s about that time of the year again: tax season. Some new things this year include an increased standard deduction, adjusted tax brackets, and key changes to common tax credits and deductions. The IRS adjusts the thresholds that apply to the income tax brackets each year to account for inflation. With Inflation reaching a four-decade high, the changes […] → Read More
How healthier eating habits affect our health
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Eating a healthy, balanced diet is one of the most important things you can do to protect your health. In fact, up to 80% of premature heart disease and stroke can be prevented through your life choices and habits, such as eating a healthy diet and being physically active. Eating healthy […] → Read More
Taking care of mental health has greater impact than we think
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Sometimes we tend to forget to care for our mental health. But while we might not immediately see a change, mental health can take a huge toll on our everyday life. According to the American Psychiatric Association, 29% of people had planned to adopt New Year’s resolutions related to mental health, and […] → Read More
Why celebratory gunfire shouldn’t be celebrated
WESLACO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Anyone shooting a gun into the air in celebration may not intend to harm anyone, but those bullets can return to the ground with enough force to cause serious injury or death. That’s exactly what happened in 2017 when Texas state Rep. Armando Martinez was struck in the head by a stray bullet […] → Read More
Heaters and generators can be dangerous if not used properly
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral)— Many people have space heaters and generators, but these appliances can be deadly if not used correctly. “Carbon monoxide detectors are only there to detect carbon monoxide and carbon monoxide. Obviously, it’s the most dangerous gas out there, you know, or it’s the deadliest gas out there. You know it’s the incomplete […] → Read More
How to keep your house safe during the holidays
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral)— Whether you’re home for the holidays or not, a lot of thefts happen during this time of year. For example, 73 houses have been burglarized in Harlingen over the past six months, and the numbers tend to increase during the holidays. A lot of families like to go on vacation for the […] → Read More
Valley store still beautiful as it reaches 100-year mark
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral)— To say hair fashions and makeup trends have changed in the past century would be an understatement. Yet, Valley Beauty Supply has managed to stay in business for 100 years. So what’s the key to staying successful for so long? “Working with the next generation and laying down that groundwork and keeping […] → Read More
West Brownsville Little League help family who lost all to a fire
BROWNSVILLE, Texas(ValleyCentral)— The Flores family tragically lost their home on Nov. 10 due to an electrical fire when the family wasn’t home. Their home was a rental, so the hope of insurance reimbursement isn’t an option for them. Thankfully, the community and friends are coming together to help them find some hope during this time. […] → Read More
Even through the rain the McAllen parade had a great outcome
MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Saturday night’s rain did not put a damper on the fun at the McAllen holiday parade. Thousands of people still turned out to see the 56 floats, 32 balloons, and 13 marching bands. “We never saw anybody leave. It was just fantastic,” Assistant City Manager Joe Vera told ValleyCentral. “We probably […] → Read More
McAllen ISD aviation course takes flight
MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — McAllen ISD high school seniors can now get their private pilot license. The district is offering a new aviation course for students wanting to learn how to fly planes. “I’ve been pondering the idea of what it would be like to fly. But it’s very expensive to learn. So I heard […] → Read More
Dear Santa: USPS making list of holiday helpers to adopt letters
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — There are many families that Santa might not be able to reach this year, but there are ways you can help make everyone’s Christmas extra special this year. USPS Operation Santa began in 1912. The mission is to help families in need celebrate Christmas with the magic of gifts through letter […] → Read More
Giving Tuesday celebrates giving back to the community
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral)— Giving Tuesday is celebrated annually worldwide by thousands of people on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. During this celebration everyone is giving back to the community in one way or another. Giving Tuesday was first celebrated in 2012. According to givingtuesday.org, local leaders in over 70 countries and hundreds of communities come together to […] → Read More
Getting a GED is now easier for upper Valley residents
Rio Grande City, Texas (ValleyCentral) — You can now get your GED for free at the South Texas College Starr County campus. The South Texas College Starr County campus is making it easier and more accessible for residents in the upper Rio Grande Valley to further their education. The South Texas College Starr County campus […] → Read More
Planned Parenthood host brunch to raise funds
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Planned Parenthood hosted its inaugural brunch to raise funds for its clinics in Harlingen and Brownsville. Award-wining journalist Paola Ramos, joined the event hosted by Planned Parenthood. In 2016 Ramos embarked on a cross-country quest, including the Rio Grande Valley, to understand what binds and defines the Latino community. “People here, you […] → Read More
11 year old girl gives back after beating cancer
MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Brooke Beltran is an 11-year-old in McAllen who recently beat cancer. Beltran recently rang the bell at the Vannie E. Cook Jr. Children’s Cancer and Hematology Clinic in McAllen. Beltran is celebrating the end of her chemotherapy treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Beltran was diagnosed with A.L.L. in 2020 and immediately […] → Read More
After two years H-E-B brings back Feast of Sharing
MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — H-E-B celebrated their Feast of Sharing on Sunday after two years. With the help of volunteers and from their mobile kitchens, event served a Texas-styled meal alongside music, activities for the family. As well as variety of free services such as health and wellness screenings and flu vaccinations were provided at […] → Read More