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McAllen-Hidalgo International Bridge celebrates a century of connecting US, Mexico
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk Alexandrea Bailey , as published by MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News
· July 10, 2026
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Key points Further details about the celebration and the bridge's legacy are available through photos from the event taken by Joel Martinez. The McAllen-Hidalgo International Bridge has reached a milestone, celebrating 100 years of connecting the US and Mexico.
The McAllen -Hidalgo International Bridge has reached a milestone, celebrating 100 years of connecting the US and Mexico. A centennial celebration was held at the McAllen Convention Center, where city leaders from both sides of the border gathered to commemorate the occasion.
International city leaders, including McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos and Hidalgo Mayor Julian J. Gonzalez, were in attendance. They were joined by Reynosa Mayor Carlos Pena Ortiz. The event was emceed by McAllen Public Information Officer Irma Chapa.
Further details about the celebration and the bridge's legacy are available through photos from the event taken by Joel Martinez.
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Category: government Published: July 10, 2026 Source: MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News Reading time: 1 min
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