BTX STRONG
2020 was an unprecedented and challenging year for all, but the City of Brownsville proved to be stronger than ever. On April 17, 2021, Mayor Trey Mendez broadcasted his State of the City address to residents and the theme was …
BTXCARES
Brownsville Cares aims to provide meaningful information and connections during times of need for our community. We know one another. We watch out for one another. We embrace one another.
It’s called love.
COVID-19 Funeral Assistance
Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA is providing financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020. To apply, call the COVID-19 Funeral …
City of Brownsville has opened warming centers for residents
The City of Brownsville has opened additional warming centers for residents who need warmth and recharging of electronics. The following locations are now activated: Brownsville Sports Park Brownsville Golf Center Brownsville …
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Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines both require two doses
Important to Know Two Doses Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines both require two doses. It’s best if you get your second dose from the same brand as your first dose. For example, if you got a Moderna first dose, it’s …
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BTX Passport Challenge
With the start of a New Year and COVID-19 cases on the rise, City of Brownsville is focused on ensuring that the community stays safe. The BTX Passport Challenge was designed to encourage residents to reimagine the places inside their …
DID YOU TEST POSITIVE FOR COVID-19?
DID YOU TEST POSITIVE FOR COVID-19? JOIN A COVID-19 TREATMENT PROGRAM, YOUR PARTICIPATION COULD HELP! Currently there are no approved treatments for COVID-19. Each and every person who participates plays a powerful role. Volunteering can make a difference as we …
BTXCares Talks: COVID-19 Vaccine in Brownsville
BTXCares Talks: COVID-19 Vaccine in Brownsville BROWNSVILLE, Texas (December 17, 2020) — Mayor Trey Mendez, Commissioner Rose Gowen MD, Dr. Art Rodriguez and Dr. Joseph McCormick hosted a virtual BTXCares Talks livestream to discuss the arrival and availability of the …
UTRGV receives first COVID-19 vaccines
UTRGV receives first COVID-19 vaccines, starts immediate inoculations for its frontline workers By UTRGV News and Internal Communications RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS – DEC. 15, 2020 – UTRGV this morning received 1,950 COVID-19 vaccines, to be administered starting in the …
UTRGV health experts list best safety practices for holidays during pandemic
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE UTRGV health experts list best safety practices for holidays during pandemic By Dimitra Trejo RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS – NOV. 23, 2020 – With COVID-19 cases surging again globally, UTRGV health experts say it is just as …
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Anderson Cooper spends Saturday night with UTRGV community
Distinguished Speaker Series: Anderson Cooper spends Saturday night with UTRGV community By Melissa Vasquez RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS – NOV. 16, 2020 – UTRGV students, staff and faculty spent a laid-back Saturday evening with CNN’s Anderson Cooper, discussing politics, the …
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Brownsville (Re)Open for Business Forgivable Loan
Brownsville, Texas – Through the StartUp Texas program, the Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) and the City of Brownsville’s Planning and Redevelopment Department are partnering to launch the Brownsville (Re)Open for Business Forgivable Loan Program. The zero percent forgivable …
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