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(HARLINGEN, Texas) – After watching his father’s plumbing business thrive for three decades, Jesus Padron Jr. plans to someday take over the family business. “Seeing my dad’s dedication and work ethic motivated me to follow in his footsteps,” said the Texas State Technical College Plumbing and Pipefitting student. “(He) emphasized that when you truly understand...

(ABILENE, Texas) – With the first Arctic front forecast for much of the Big Country this weekend, a group of workers will be facing dangerous conditions to keep communities safe and connected. Most people recognize that police officers, firefighters, emergency medical services personnel and Texas Department of Transportation crews will be on duty monitoring road...

(SWEETWATER, Texas) – Texas State Technical College nursing students have one thing in common: a commitment to helping others. Second-semester students returned to the Sweetwater campus earlier this month ready to continue their education, which will lead to earning a certificate in the summer of 2026. “At first, it was overwhelming,” said Daniella Vela, of...

(SWEETWATER, Texas) – Texas State Technical College’s Automotive program has earned accreditation from the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Foundation, recognizing the Sweetwater program’s commitment to preparing students for careers in the automotive industry. The accreditation follows a comprehensive evaluation of the program’s structure, instructional processes, facilities, resources and curriculum. ASE representatives conducted a strategic...

(HARLINGEN, Texas) – Long before starting the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) certificate program at Texas State Technical College, Lorinda Chairez was drawn to helping people at their most vulnerable moments. “Years ago, my mother battled cancer, my father had heart issues and my mother-in-law also had cancer,” Chairez said. Chairez was the primary caregiver for...

(HARLINGEN, Texas) – For three years, Zachary Alanis worked in the automotive industry, leading mechanics and working directly with customers as a service advisor. “I’m a hands-on person, but I didn’t have the degree to become a mechanic,” Alanis said. “I worked as a service advisor at two automotive dealerships to stay connected to the...