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• Texas National Guard Activated

  August 28, 2017 12:15 PM

  WESLACO – Gov. Greg Abbott is activating the entire Texas National Guard for search and rescue efforts following Hurricane Harvey. The order brings a total deployment to roughly 12,000 soldiers. Abbott said early Monday morning it's "imperative we do everything possible" to protect lives. About 3,000 guard members were mobilized... more »

• RGV National Guard Heading to Africa Play Video

  August 5, 2017 5:26 PM

  RIO GRANDE VALLEY--The Texas National Guard said soldiers from the Rio Grande Valley will be headed to Africa some time this summer or early fall. It's unclear what country or why the 36th infantry division is headed to Africa. more »