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.
The City of Brownsville, the Brownsville Convention & Visitors Bureau and BTX Cares want you to ROCK THE 4TH….safely. This Independence Day, we are going live on our Facebook page (@BTXRGV) with the band that rocked the 1st annual Crossroads Festival …. The Warning! We’ve got a special performance by Brownsville’s own Even4Five. Stay tuned throughout the live-stream, because we …
CITY OF BROWNSVILLE AND HOSPITALS TO HOLD VIRTUAL PRESS CONFERENCE TO PROVIDE UPDATE ON COVID-19 PANDEMIC Media Q&A Session to Follow BROWNSVILLE, Texas (June 17, 2020) — The City of Brownsville will hold a virtual press conference on Friday, June 19, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. to provide an update on the state of our Hospitals …
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ENROLLMENT CHECKLIST ELIGIBILITY Students must be employed by the business requesting the training Student must pass each module of the course and final evaluation in order to receive a Certificate of Training. Employer is responsible for providing the PPE supplies required to complete the course. STEP 1: Contact Texas Southmost College WTCE Department Employer …
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Reopen Responsibly. Texas Southmost College in partnership with the Alliance Safety Council have developed a short-term COVID-19 Disinfection Specialist Training Program. BTX Cares Talks will discuss this new certification that can help businesses keep their operations disinfected and safe for both customers and employees. Tune in for our LIVE BTX Cares Talks, Tuesday, June 2nd …
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We are all affected in one way or another by COVID19. Now is the time that you make a difference by helping your family, friends and community. Here are ways to give something to the community. Give to your local food bank: Local food banks have seen triple in demand just this past week. The …
“The U.S. Constitution mandates a census of the population every 10 years. The 2020 Census will count everyone who lives in the U.S. as of April 1, 2020. Census statistics help determine the number of seats each state holds in the U.S. House of Representatives and how billions of dollars in federal funds will be …
Growing up in Brownsville my parents and grandmother made sure my sister and I learned “Hispanic” manners. I’ve been thinking about my parents and grandmother a lot these days, and remember well how I was told to always greet a relative or other person older than myself with a kiss and hug. If I forgot …
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During these trying times we must turn to each other for comfort and support … that is the strength of our community … compassion for one another … ready to lift each other up.
Self-isolating & Quarantining Alone How to still be together while sheltering in place? During these crazy times, it’s so important we are follow County guidelines and shelter in place. But, how many of us are sheltering “alone” or are feeling disconnect from our family and friends when we need it most? Video chat with friends …
Working from home amid the Coronavirus Pandemic As companies and governments move to implement stay-at-home orders and other social distancing measures associated with the COVID-19, the number of individuals teleworking from home will increase dramatically. Working from home can present many challenges. Home is where we seek refuge and solace. It is where we enjoy …
Renter resources from the Texas Apartment Association As we continue to deal with the impact of COVID-19, it’s important that we continue to work together as a community to help prevent people from being displaced from their homes.Here are some answers to frequently asked questions as well as other resources. What should I do if …
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Over the past days and weeks, life in America—and around the world—has changed dramatically. As we all grapple with the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, one message has been abundantly clear: Social distancing is essential. Now, communities are taking extensive actions to keep their communities as safe as they can. Concerts, festivals, schools, restaurants, bars, gyms—the social …
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