Darling and Cortez Detail Valley’s Response to Migrant Arrivals and COVID Challenges
· Texas Border Business
During a luncheon at Koko’s Mexican Restaurant, former McAllen Mayor Jim Darling and Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez discussed the Rio Grande Valley's response to the influx of migrants and challenges posed by COVID-19. Cortez highlighted the dire conditions faced by migrants arriving without basic necessities and praised Sister Norma Pimentel for her dedication in establishing a support facility at Sacred Heart. He noted the complexity added by the pandemic, which required immediate health responses. Both officials emphasized the importance of community collaboration in addressing these humanitarian needs during a time of crisis.
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