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Local Business Provides Value Training for Palmview & Neighboring Fire Departments

Posted on December 27, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas- The Palmview Fire Department recently got some specialized hands-on training here in Palmview along with the neighboring fire departments of Penitas, La Joya, Sullivan City, and San Isidro. The training was sponsored and conducted by Ironshark Towing and Transport of Palmview.  Owners Roman and Anita Garcia say they provide the training annually to allow...

Palmview PD Steps Up Traffic Enforcement in Advance of Holiday Season

Posted on December 14, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas- The Palmview Police Department began its STEP enforcement through the Impaired Driving Mobilization initiative on December 13, 2023, and will run through January 1, 2024. The focus is to increase DWI enforcement to reduce the number of alcohol-related traffic crashes during peak holiday traffic. The Palmview Police Department aims to increase the enforcement of...

City of Palmview Free Annual Toy Distribution Scheduled for Monday, December 18

Posted on December 14, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas- The 2023 City of Palmview Toy distribution will be bigger and better with more than 1,000 toys ready to be given to Palmview children.  This year we’re holding it inside the Palmview Parks & Rec Gym, unlike prior years where city staff traveled the community to distribute the toys. The toy distribution starts...

Distribución anual gratuita de juguetes de la ciudad de Palmview Programado para el lunes 18 de diciembre

Posted on December 14, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas- La distribución de juguetes de la ciudad de Palmview 2023 será más grande y mejor, con más de 1,000 juguetes listos para ser entregados a los niños de Palmview.  Este año lo llevaremos a cabo dentro del Palmview Parks & Rec Gym, a diferencia de años anteriores en los que el personal de...

Palmview Fire Department Partners with Red Cross to Provide Smoke Alarms

Posted on November 29, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas- The Palmview Fire Department and the American Red Cross have joined forces to provide homeowners in the community with free smoke alarms.  The effort is part of the national Red Cross Sound the Alarm Campaign. Statistics show that smoke alarms save lives when properly installed and maintained. Fire Chief Jerry Alaniz says nationwide...

El Departamento de Bomberos de Palmview se asocia con la Cruz Roja para proporcionar detectores de humo

Posted on November 29, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas- El Departamento de Bomberos de Palmview y la Cruz Roja Americana han unido fuerzas para proporcionar a los propietarios de viviendas de la comunidad alarmas de humo gratuitas.  El esfuerzo es parte de una campaña nacional de la Cruz Roja. Las estadísticas muestran que los detectores de humo salvan vidas cuando se instalan...

City of Palmview to Kick Off Holiday Season with Tree Lighting & Car Show

Posted on November 29, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas- The City of Palmview is starting the month of December with the annual Lighting of the Tree event.  This free family-friendly event includes more than 15 performances by local elementary, middle, and high school students.  Additionally, this year’s event will include more than 40 custom vehicles on display. Twenty-one craft vendors will also be...

La ciudad de Palmview dará inicio a la temporada navideña con iluminación del árbol y exhibición de autos

Posted on November 29, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas- La ciudad de Palmview comienza el mes de diciembre con el evento anual Lighting of the Tree.  Este evento familiar gratuito incluye más de 15 actuaciones de estudiantes locales de primaria, secundaria y preparatoria.  Además, el evento de este año incluirá más de 40 vehículos personalizados en exhibición.  Veintiún vendedores de artesanías también...

Palmview Fire Department Receives Donation from Utility Partner

Posted on November 16, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas -This week, the Palmview Fire Department received a $2500 donation from Electric Transmission Texas (ETT).  ETT is a joint venture between affiliates of American Electric Power (AEP) and the Berkshire Hathaway Energy Company. Together they obtain, construct, own, and operate transmission facilities within the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), mainly in the...

City of Palmview, Wonderful Citrus, & Food Bank to Distribute More than 200 Turkeys

Posted on November 14, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas-City of Palmview has partnered with Wonderful Citrus and The Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley to give 230 Palmview residents a free turkey. The goal is to help residents in the community who may need a little help this Thanksgiving have a traditional holiday meal. The turkeys will be handed out via...

La ciudad de Palmview, Wonderful Citrus y el banco de alimentos distribuirán más de 200 pavos

Posted on November 14, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas-La ciudad de Palmview se ha asociado con Wonderful Citrus y el Banco de Alimentos del Valle del Río Grande para dar un pavo gratis a 230 residentes de Palmview. El objetivo es ayudar a los residentes de la comunidad que puedan necesitar un poco de ayuda este Día de Acción de Gracias a...

Early Voting Continues Through Nov 3

Posted on November 1, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas (November 1, 2023) – Registered voters in Palmview have a few more days to cast a ballot early. Early voting for the November 7, 2023, City of Palmview Special Election runs through Nov 3 at the Palmview Parks & Recreation Gym located at 406 W. Veterans Boulevard.  The remaining early voting schedule is as...

Palmview Observes National Down Syndrome Month

Posted on October 26, 2023

PALMVIEW, TX –October is recognized as National Down Syndrome Awareness Month nationwide.  It is a time to celebrate people with Down syndrome and make others aware of their abilities and accomplishments. More than 1,250 individuals with Down syndrome are in Hidalgo County and more than 250,000 are in the U.S. The City of Palmview values...

Early Voting Begins in Palmview

Posted on October 23, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas (October 23, 2023) – Early voting for the November 7, 2023, City of Palmview Special Election began today, Monday, October 23 at the Palmview Parks & Recreation Gym located at 406 W. Veterans Boulevard. The early voting schedule is as follows: Monday, Oct 23, 2023, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct 24, 2023,...

It’s National Fire Prevention Week and Palmview Reminds You That Safety Can Prevent Fires

Posted on October 12, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas-The Palmview Fire Department today was recognized for its commitment to control and put out fires and to respond to emergencies involving life, property, or the environment.  For all they do, Mayor Ricardo Villarreal proclaimed the week of October 8 -14 as National Fire Prevention Week in Palmview. The proclamation is part of the...

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Posted on October 11, 2023

PALMVIEW, TX- The City of Palmview joins the rest of the country in recognizing October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is a time annually devoted to educating everyone about breast cancer and the importance of early detection. Breast Cancer affects people from all walks of life regardless of race, gender, or age, that’s why...

Palmview City Council Recognizes It’s Female Officers

Posted on September 21, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas-The Palmview City Council this week recognized the women of the Palmview Police Department. The recognition is part of National Policewomen’s Day celebrated across the country this month. Chief Jose Trevino who was on hand for the recognition of his officers said that here in Palmview we celebrate our women year-round. Palmview PD consists...

Palmview City Council Recognizes Gear Up Program

Posted on September 20, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas-The Palmview City Council this week proclaimed September 25-29, 2023, as National GEAR UP Week. GEAR UP stands for Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs. The goal of the program is to prepare and show students that a college education is attainable regardless of where you come from and how much money...

Green Gate Grove Subdivision Drainage Project

Posted on September 8, 2023

PALMVIEW, TX -The City of Palmview announces that work has begun on a drainage improvement project in the Green Gate Grove Subdivision. This project will provide drainage relief to the area from Starling Drive east to Tordillo Road. The project includes installing 452 linear feet of 18-inch reinforced concrete pipes with fittings, four grate inlets,...

Road Remains Closed Due to Gas Leak

Posted on August 31, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas- The Palmview Fire Department continues to monitor a gas leak that occurred late last night on Bentsen Palm and Business 83.  While there is no immediate danger to residents in the area, Bentsen Palm is closed to all traffic from Mile 1 South to Business 83. Fire Chief Jerry Alaniz says, they will continue...