by media | Sep 16, 2021 | Media Releases, News
City of Pharr to Host Pharr Hub Phestival on Saturday, 9/18 in Downtown Pharr
The City of Pharr will host its biggest event of the year, the Pharr Hub Phestival themed “Country Boots, Tejano Roots” which pays homage to the city’s roots. Pharr Hub Phest will take place on Saturday, September 18, 2021, in downtown Pharr (118 S. Cage Blvd) with doors opening at 1 pm. There will be plenty of family-friendly fun with carnival rides, food vendors, live entertainment, a bbq cook-off, and much, much more. The event will also feature a car/bike show from 9 am – 12 pm.
At the heart of the Hub Phestival will be live entertainment for all to enjoy, featuring musical performances by Bo Garza, Steve Valdez, and Bobby Pulido and country music stars The Band Perry featured as the headlining act. Mayor Hernandez and city officials are slated to give remarks at 9:30 pm on the main stage, and will present the newly-crowned Miss Pharr and Miss Teen Pharr to the community.
“We invite our entire Pharr and Rio Grande Valley community to join us as we celebrate our Pharr roots,” said Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez, M.D. “Families can expect a fun-filled event with great attractions, entertainment, and an exciting line-up of performers, including our headliner, country music stars The Band Perry,” he continued. “Everyone is invited to join us for the festivities, remember to bring your family, your friends, your lawn chairs, and join us on Saturday, September 18 for Pharr Hub Phest!”
Entrance is FREE before 5:00 PM and $5 after 5:00 PM for ages 12 and up. All-you-can-ride carnival wristbands will be sold for $5. Doors will open at 1:00 pm. For more information about the event visit www.hubphest.com.
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All media and the public are invited to attend.
DETAILS
WHAT: 2021 Pharr Hub Phestival
WHERE: Downtown Pharr (118. S. Cage Blvd.)
WHEN: Saturday, September 18, 2021, starting at 1 pm (Visit schedule at www.hubphest.com)
Main Stage Performances:
- 5:00 p.m. – Texas Dezire
- 6:00 p.m. – Bo Garza
- 7:15 p.m. – Steve Valdez
- 8:30 p.m. – Bobby Pulido
- 9:30 p.m. – Remarks by Pharr City Officials
- 10:00 p.m. – The Band Perry
by media | Sep 13, 2021 | Media Releases, News
Pharr to Provide Sandbags to Residents TOMORROW, 9/12
The City of Pharr will be providing self-serve sandbags to residents in anticipation of inclement weather expected tomorrow through next week.
The sandbags will be distributed tomorrow, Sunday, September 12, beginning at 9 am until 6 pm. Residents must provide proof they are Pharr residents. Bags will be provided; residents must bag their own bags and are encouraged to bring their own shovels.
There is a limit of six (6) sandbags per household and twelve (12) sandbags per business.
Sandbags will be distributed at two locations:
Development and Research Center (850 W. Dicker Rd.)
Pharr EMS Headquarters (3000 N. Cage Blvd.)
by media | Sep 9, 2021 | Featured News, Media Releases, News
Pharr Responds to Gas Leak in South Pharr
The City of Pharr responded to an emergency 9-1-1 call reporting a major gas leak at 12:22 pm today, Wednesday, September 8, 2021. Pharr Fire and Hazmat crews were immediately deployed to the area of 200 E. Las Milpas Rd.
Officials determined that the gas leak posed no danger or threat to residents, and crews from Texas Gas are currently repairing the leak onsite; repairs are expected to take a few more hours.
The City of Pharr urges residents to exercise caution and patience and avoid the area if possible, as northbound and southbound traffic on S. Cage Rd. between Dicker Rd. and Anaya Rd. has been reduced to one lane.
by media | Sep 3, 2021 | Featured News, Media Releases, News
City of Pharr and UTRGV Celebrate Signing Ceremony for New School of Nursing Facility in Pharr
The City of Pharr and The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley held a Signing Ceremony on Thursday, September 2, 2021, to celebrate the UTRGV School of Nursing facility expansion in Pharr. This project will increase access to healthcare in the area while helping to address nursing shortages in the region.
The new facility will be constructed in Pharr as part of a U.S. Department of Commerce $2 million grant from CARES Acts funding. The project’s goal is to address nursing shortages in the Valley and prepare it for COVID-19 response.
“The City of Pharr is extremely proud to partner with UTRGV to educate and train the future nursing workforce in our region,” said Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez, M.D. “As a physician myself, I understand the need we have for nurses and as a Mayor, I am proud that this facility will be located here in Pharr, where access to UTRGV and all our regional hospitals are closely situated,” he added.
UTRGV’s School of Nursing continues to expand in Pharr and this is yet another example of the working partnership between the two entities. In 2019, the City of Pharr, PSJA ISD, and UTRGV broke ground on a natatorium. UTRGV plans to construct a sports medicine institute adjacent to the new facility in Pharr. The new building will give medical students the opportunity to practice, learn and work with the community to provide sports medicine therapy and care.
UTRGV President Guy Bailey said this collaboration with the City of Pharr is an important step in growing the School of Nursing and providing education opportunities for the Valley.
“We are grateful to the City of Pharr for its generosity and thank Mayor Hernandez for his support of the UTRGV School of Nursing,” Bailey said. “Together, we can help attract and retain the best and the brightest students as we further expand the Valley’s healthcare services.”
The federal funding for the state-of-the-art facility will be matched with $24 million in local investment, and the project is expected to create 750 jobs and $30 million in private investment, according to a release from the U.S. Department of Commerce.
The ceremony was attended by City of Pharr officials, special guests from the UTRGV School of Nursing, The University of Texas System Regent Nolan Perez, M.D., Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Vice Chair Dr. Fred Farias, State Representative Sergio Munoz, Jr., State Representative Terry Canales, representatives from Region One Education Service Center and PSJA ISD, Hidalgo County officials, UTRGV School of Nursing faculty and students, and other notable guests.
To view video of the Signing Ceremony, visit https://www.facebook.com/cityofpharr/videos/1382329972162280.
by media | Sep 1, 2021 | Featured News, Media Releases, News
City of Pharr to Host Signing Ceremony Celebrating UTRGV School of Nursing Expansion in Pharr on Thursday, 9/2 @ 1:30 pm
The City of Pharr is proud to announce that it will be hosting a Signing Ceremony celebrating the UTRGV School of Nursing Facility expansion in Pharr. The ceremony will take place at 1:30 pm on Thursday, September 2, 2021, at 2800 N. Cage Boulevard (next to the Pharr EMS Headquarters). The event will be live-streamed on the city’s Facebook Page (@CityofPharr) and on the City of Pharr’s YouTube channel.
“This is a moment of great celebration in the City of Pharr as we continue to expand educational and workforce opportunities in our community while partnering with UTRGV to educate and train the future nursing workforce for our region,” said Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez, M.D. “This facility will serve as a catalyst to grow our nursing profession in the region and we are thrilled to see it become reality,” he added.
The U.S. Department of Commerce announced the $2 million grant in May stating the CARES Acts fund would go toward building The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Nursing. Special guests expected at the event include Pharr Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez, M.D., and members of the Pharr City Commission; UTRGV President Dr. Guy Bailey and leaders from the UTRGV School of Nursing; state and local officials; and other notable guests.
All media and the public are invited to attend.
DETAILS
WHAT: City of Pharr Signing Ceremony Celebrating UTRGV School of Nursing Expansion in Pharr
WHEN: Thursday, September 2, 2021, at 1:30 pm
WHERE: 2800 N. Cage Boulevard, Pharr, TX 78577 (next to the Pharr EMS Headquarters)
by media | Aug 30, 2021 | Featured News, Media Releases, News
Pharr EDC and the Greater Pharr Chamber of Commerce to Host The Hub Job Fair on Wednesday, September 1st from 9 am to 1 pm at the Pepe Salinas Civic Center
The Pharr Economic Development Corporation in partnership with The Greater Pharr Chamber of Commerce, and Workforce Solutions will host a job fair featuring over 40 employers. The Hub Job Fair will take place from 9 am to 1 pm on Wednesday, September 1, 2021, at the Pepe Salinas Civic Center (1011 W. Kelly Ave) in Pharr. There is NO FEE or registration required to attend.
“The Pharr EDC is proud to work together with our local employers, and partners at Workforce Solutions to host this event as we aim to keep our workforce growing,” said Pharr Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez, M.D. “With over 40 employers looking to fill positions in their businesses, there will be many opportunities for employment,” he added.
Employers in the areas of healthcare, government, education, construction, oil field, transportation, retail, customer service, restaurant chains, and more will be available to answer any questions, accept job applications, and conduct on-site interviews. The event is FREE and pre-registration is not required to attend. Applicants are reminded to come prepared with resumes and other documents necessary to apply.
All media and the public are invited to attend. Masks are recommended.
DETAILS
WHAT: The Hub Job Fair
WHEN: Wednesday, September 1, 2021, from 9 am – 1 pm
WHERE: Pepe Salinas Civic Center (1011 W. Kelly Ave., Pharr, TX 78577)
