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With Rio Grande Valley FC Toros' upset of Phoenix Rising late Saturday night, San Antonio FC will return to Toyota Field next Saturday to host the Western Conference Semifinals.

A man who worked as a youth development coach at a juvenile detention center in the Rio Grande Valley has been arrested on charges of sex with a minor.

It was evident that Winter Storm Uri took a toll on South Texas plants. “They flock down here to be able to see the birds that we have to offer here in Texas,” Brown said. Brown said to make sure to clean out hummingbird feeders every two to three days. Bird droppings and other contaminants around and on feeders can spread infectious bird diseases. “The key is to keep the feeders clean, keep the area around the feeders clean, and fully shut down feeding if dead or sick birds are found at the feeder,” said TPWD Ornithologist Cliff Shackelford.

SAN ANTONIO – For the first time since March, fans were allowed into Toyota Field to watch San Antonio FC play a match. With the win, San Antonio improves their record to 8-0-3. His team-leading sixth goal of the season is also the fastest goal in SAFC history -- tied for the fastest in USL history -- and it gave San Antonio a 1-0 lead. It’s Gorskie’s first goal as a member of San Antonio FC. Next, San Antonio will hit the road to face El Paso Locomotive FC, their first non-Group D opponent since their season-opener against Real Monarchs SLC.

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX – Padre Island National Seashore officials announced Friday that crews are rebuilding and replacing materials damaged by Hurricane Hanna and they expect to have the park reopen in the next week or two. Mobi-mats provide traction... Posted by Padre Island National Seashore on Friday, August 7, 2020From July 22- 27, the county reported that Hurricane Hanna brought up to 11 inches of rainfall in some parts of the county. On July 27, seashore officials said that the storm caused damage from the mile 5 post to the mile 20 post. Hurricane Hanna damage picture update Picture 1: South Beach access road Picture 2: South Beach access road Picture 3:... Posted by Padre Island National Seashore on Monday, July 27, 2020All parks and beach accesses were closed across the seashore after large debris blocked off roads and trails. Related: Padre Island National Seashore closed until further notice due to damage from Hurricane Hanna

STARR COUNTY, Texas Starr County Judge Eloy Vera announced Friday a Stay at home/Stay Safe Emergency Order amid a surge in cases in the Rio Grande Valley. A Facebook post by the county said the order will remain in full force and in effect until 11:59 p.m., Aug. 10. STARR COUNTY STAY AT HOME/STAY SAFE EMERGENCY ORDER Starr County Stay Home/Stay Safe Emergency Order goes into effect... Posted by Starr County Texas on Thursday, July 23, 2020According to Texas Department of Health and Human Services COVID-19 dashboard, as of July 25, Starr County has reported 1,559 cases of COVID-19. Starr County Memorial Hospital reported that it was at full capacity and was forced to transfer patients to other cities on Wednesday. Read also:Hidalgo County: New order issued Monday includes shelter at home, curfew

AUSTIN, Texas While some big cities in Texas are reporting signs that an alarming surge in cases of the coronavirus may be leveling off, officials in counties along the border with Mexico said Tuesday that the outlook there remains bleak. Greg Abbotts past mandates that do not allow local officials to set their own stay-at-home restrictions. Texas on Tuesday reported more than 9,300 confirmed new cases and 131 deaths, the states second deadliest day of the pandemic. Meanwhile, Texas is pressing ahead with plans for high school football this fall. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia and death.

MCALLEN, TX The City of McAllen announced Sunday that a memorial has been set up near police headquarters to commemorate the lives of the two police officers killed in the line of duty Saturday. Related: Two McAllen police officers killed in the line of duty, officials sayAccording to McAllen Police Chief Victor Rodriguez, the two never had a chance, as the suspect, Audon Ignacio Camarillo, 23, fired at the officers from inside his home. My deepest condolences and sympathies go out the families of Officer Edelmiro Garza and Ismael Chavez. Today Chavez & Officer Edelmiro Garza were tragically killed in the line of duty.Our deepest condolences go out to their families. Two of our finest were killed in the line of duty while working to protect residents in their community.