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EDA awards over $2 million in grants for economic development projects in Cameron County in 2023

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $2,861,030 in grants for economic development projects in Cameron County, Texas.

By East RGV News | Jan 20, 2025

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Rep Vicente Gonzalez announces DOJ grants for police departments

Rep. Vicente Gonzalez shares news about DOJ grants awarded to local police departments in Harlingen and Donna on December 11-12, while also marking a significant cultural celebration related to Our Lady of Guadalupe

By East RGV News | Dec 12, 2024

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Vicente Gonzalez announces funding and recognitions in Texas communities

By East RGV News | Dec 11, 2024

Rep. Vicente Gonzalez recently highlighted local achievements and federal support via social media posts dated December 10-11, 2024.

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Vicente Gonzalez acknowledges local leaders' contributions and infrastructure progress

By East RGV News | Dec 6, 2024

U.S. Congressman Vicente Gonzalez recognized local leaders' retirements and celebrated an infrastructure project in recent tweets dated December 5-6, highlighting community dedication and development efforts within Texas' 34th district

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Vicente Gonzalez promotes vaccination week amid community developments

By East RGV News | Dec 5, 2024

Rep. Vicente Gonzalez addresses key issues such as vaccination awareness during National Flu Vaccination Week while celebrating local infrastructure advancements like the new operations center in Kleberg County on December 4-5, 2024

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Vicente Gonzalez shares legislative successes and community updates on social media

By East RGV News | Dec 3, 2024

Congressman Vicente Gonzalez shared updates on December 3rd about upcoming newsletters and legislative achievements affecting South Texas communities.

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Vicente Gonzalez celebrates local events and achievements on social media

By East RGV News | Nov 28, 2024

Rep. Vicente Gonzalez highlighted various initiatives through social media posts made on November 26 and November 28, including community celebrations like Weslaco's Christmas Tree Lighting event and federal support for rural business development...

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Vicente Gonzalez announces limited inauguration tickets and local infrastructure funding

By East RGV News | Nov 25, 2024

Rep. Vicente Gonzalez recently informed constituents about ticket availability for the upcoming presidential inauguration and attended a significant educational event celebrating McAllen ISD's contributions to education.

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Vicente Gonzalez highlights educational initiatives and cultural development on November 21

By East RGV News | Nov 21, 2024

U.S Congressman Vicente Gonzalez announced key developments concerning education policies and cultural facilities via social media posts dated November 21st.

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Traffic safety funds awarded; Rep. Vicente Gonzalez highlights international partnership

By East RGV News | Nov 20, 2024

U.S. Congressman Vicente Gonzalez announced federal funding for traffic safety improvements on November 19, 2024, highlighting efforts in San Benito and San Juan.

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Farm subsidies plummet in 2021 across cities in Cameron County

By East RGV News | Mar 1, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Cameron County received $9.9 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Amount of taxpayer-funded subsidies plummet in cities associated with Brooks County in 2021

By East RGV News | Feb 29, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Brooks County received $611,881 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Kenedy County in 2021

By East RGV News | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Kenedy County received $6,404 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Willacy County rise or fall in 2021?

By East RGV News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Willacy County received $8.1 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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1 Kenedy County farmer received agricultural subsidies in 2021

By East RGV News | Feb 25, 2024

Farm in Kenedy County received $1,232 in taxpayer-funded subsidy in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Willacy County receive in 2021?

By East RGV News | Feb 24, 2024

Farms in Willacy County received $6,337,964 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Brooks County farmers in 2021 reached $316,245

By East RGV News | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Brooks County received $316,245 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Cameron County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By East RGV News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Cameron County received $7,818,865 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Ortiz Elementary School in Texas Receives National Blue Ribbon Award for Academic Excellence

By East RGV News | Sep 29, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ortiz Elementary School in Brownsville, Texas has been named a 2023 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education, announced Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34) today."I congratulate Ortiz Elementary for its high level of academic excellence — making it one Texas’s highest performing schools," said Congressman Gonzalez. "This award would not have been possible without the dedication and hard work of its exemplary faculty, educators, and students. Ortiz Elementary not only serves as a national model for best practices in teaching and...

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Veterans Health Administration (VHA) news release: Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection Program Summary Report: Evaluation of Medication Management in Veterans Health Administration Facilities

By East RGV News | Sep 29, 2023

Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection Program Summary Report: Evaluation of Medication Management in Veterans Health Administration Facilities published on Sept. 22.