Weeks after heavy rain, Mission family still surrounded by floodwater
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It’s been nearly a month since the most recent flood, but one family in Mission is still surrounded by water.
Severa Salinas has lived on this ranch for more than 20 years, and now, she says the property has become a swamp.
Three weeks after heavy rains, Salinas says she’s had to live surrounded by stagnant water.
According to Hidalgo County Precinct 3, crews can t enter private property to pump water out and must first ask permission from the Hidalgo County Emergency Management Office in order to get pumps out to properties.
Applications still available for disaster relief grant in Mercedes
Applications still available for disaster relief grant in Mercedes
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The Hidalgo County Community Service Agency continues working to get help for Mercedes residents still dealing with the aftermath of one of the worst flooding events in the Rio Grande Valley.
After doing research and surveys, The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs acknowledged that the area had been severely impacted by the June 2019 storms.
According to Clara Chapa with the HCCSA, a $915,000 grant will be distributed to approved applicants who can provide proof of damage from the severe rainstorms and floods.
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Mission PD to host school supply giveaway Friday
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Thursday, July 22 2021
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The Mission Police Department is teaming up with Driscoll Health Plan to host a free school supply drive-thru giveaway and a COVID-19 vaccine clinic Friday, July 23.
800 class-ready backpacks will be handed out on a first-come, first-serve basis, starting at 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Mission Police Department located at 1200 East 8th street.
Children must be present to receive a backpack.
The COVID-19 vaccination clinic will run from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. The vaccines will be made available from the Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Commissioner Everardo Villareal and the Hidalgo County Health Department for eligible children.
BBQ fundraiser held for injured deputy constable
BBQ fundraiser held for injured deputy constable
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Saturday, July 17 2021
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The community rallied together Saturday to show their support for a Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Deputy Constable who was involved in a crash earlier this month.
Raquel Ramos was hit by a suspected drunk driver while on the job. Her vehicle ended up upside down while the driver of the other vehicle died.
A BBQ fundraiser was held for Ramos, who we’re told is doing well and continues to recover from the injuries to her legs.