McAllen Housing Commission Awards Scholarships to 19 Students at 2026 Banquet
· Texas Border Business
The McAllen Housing Commission held its 2026 Scholarship Banquet on June 18 at the Verta Hotel, honoring 19 graduating seniors from local high schools. The event, supported by the Robert “Bobby” Calvillo Home Is Where the Heart Is 5K fundraiser, recognized students for their academic achievements. Over the past five years, the program has awarded scholarships to 78 students, totaling over $103,000. This year, $23,000 was distributed. Keynote speaker Hidalgo County Commissioner Eduardo Cantu encouraged students to stay humble and work hard. The evening included speeches from recipients and concluded with the presentation of scholarship certificates.
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