Middle Rio Grande Development Council, MRGDC

06/23/2026

🎰 NOW HIRING IN EAGLE PASS! 🎰

Looking for a new career opportunity? Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande is partnering with Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino to host a Hiring Event for multiple open positions!

📅 Date: June 24, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Noon)
📍 Location:
Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande
1200 Ferry Street, Eagle Pass, TX 78852

Available positions include:
✅ Cashier/Cook
✅ Dining Room Attendant
✅ Front of House Assistant Manager
✅ Prep Cook
✅ Barbacks
✅ Bartender
✅ Beverage Station Attendant
✅ Beverage Servers

Whether you’re seeking your first job, a career change, or a new opportunity to grow, this event is your chance to meet with recruiters and learn more about joining the Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino team.

📄 Be sure to bring copies of your résumé and dress professionally for the best opportunity to make a great first impression.

Don’t miss your chance to connect with one of the region’s leading employers!

06/21/2026

06/20/2026

We are absolutely thrilled to announce our official partnership with the Val Verde County Sheriff's Office to support the Val Verde County Animal Control Facility!

Our mission has always been to tackle animal overpopulation and suffering right at the root. We work hard to keep animals out of our local shelters in the first place by hosting the free spay/neuter and microchip clinics. But when an animal DOES end up at animal control and their owner hold is up, we step in to give them a second chance through our nationwide relocation program. ✈️🧳

And that brings us to some massive news from this past Wednesday...

BAM presented to the Val Verde County Commissioners Court, and they voted UNANIMOUSLY to support our newest project: The Freedom Village! 🎉

Located right on the Val Verde County Animal Control property, Freedom Village will give us a dedicated space to safely & temporarily house rescue animals directly after they leave the shelter. Here, we can focus on their medical prep, decompression, and behavioral training before they head out on transport to our adoption rescue partners across the U.S. We are incredibly grateful to the county for granting us the space to establish our transport-prep housing and fenced play area. This is a game-changer that will allow us to rescue more animals from animal control and get even more fully vetted, happy rescue animals onto their freedom flights! 🐾❤️

06/20/2026

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

🌸 COMMUNITY PARTNER SPOTLIGHT 🌸

Team Uvalde and the Middle Rio Grande Region are pleased to help spread awareness of the Hearts Connected Women's Conference at the request of our community partners. Supporting events that promote wellness, connection, and personal growth helps strengthen the communities we serve.

💖 Hearts Connected Women's Conference 💖

📅 Date: July 18
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: First Baptist Church, Castroville
🎤 Featured Speakers: Dr. Kimberly Gaskill, Olivia Stone, Amanda Zamora, and Olga Utley-Rodriguez

Join women from across the region for an uplifting morning focused on connection, inspiration, and encouragement. This in-person gathering is designed for women who want to grow, build meaningful relationships, and leave feeling empowered.

📲 Interested in attending?
Please scan the registration QR code on the event flyer or contact the Hearts Connected Women's Mental Health Coalition for registration information and event details.

06/18/2026

📡 MRG911 Professional Development Spotlight

The Middle Rio Grande Regional Planning Services (MRG911) is proud to recognize Erik Diaz, MRG911 Coordinator, for attending the CSEC to Host NENA: Demystifying NG9-1-1 Call Flow Course in Austin, Texas.

This specialized training provided valuable insight into the Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) call flow process, helping strengthen our region's emergency communications capabilities and ensuring our communities remain prepared for the future of public safety technology.

By staying current with evolving industry standards and best practices, Erik continues to demonstrate his commitment to excellence in emergency communications and to enhancing the services provided throughout the Middle Rio Grande region.

👏 Thank you, Erik, for investing in professional development, bringing back valuable knowledge, and sharing your experience with the rest of the MRG911 team. Your dedication helps strengthen our mission of supporting first responders, public safety agencies, and the communities we serve.

Respectfully,
MRGDC & MRGDC 9-1-1

📍 Austin, Texas
📅 April 2026
🎓 NG9-1-1 Essentials: Demystifying the NG9-1-1 Call Flow Course

06/18/2026

💚 We Need Your Input! 💚

Our 2026 Community Needs Assessment is now open, and we want to hear from you!

Your feedback helps us better understand the unmet needs in our communities and guides us in planning services and programs that make a difference.

📝 Please take a few minutes to complete our short survey:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdMdATkKXGBVWHq4rnw2DGkihgA1xeb3EH280_1t_Htl-4myQ/viewform

📢 We also encourage you to share the survey with your family, friends, and neighbors. The more voices we hear, the better we can serve our communities.

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and support this important effort! 💚

06/18/2026

VERY hot temperatures are expected today!! An Extreme Heat Warning and Heat Advisory are in effect from NOON to 8 PM TODAY. Heat indices will range from 115 to 118 degrees. Please stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities, and check on vulnerable neighbors. Stay safe.