City of Mission

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[City of Mission @CityOfMissionTX]

🚒 Honoring 20 Years of Service

Today, we celebrate Lieutenant Samuel Carrion’s retirement and recognize his 20 years of dedicated service to the Mission Fire Department. 👏

Thank you for answering the call, serving our community, and standing alongside your fellow firefighters. Your commitment has made a lasting difference in Mission.

Congratulations on your retirement, Lieutenant Carrion! Wishing you and your family the very best in this next chapter. ❤️

#CityOfMission #MissionFireDepartment #ThankYouForYourService #HappyRetirement

[City of Mission @CityOfMissionTX]

✂️ La Cuchilla Drainage Project Ribbon Cutting

Today, we celebrated the completion of the La Cuchilla Drainage Project—approximately $1 million in construction improvements to help improve drainage, manage stormwater, and reduce flood impacts in the surrounding area.

Thank you to the Texas General Land Office (GLO) for making this project possible, and to our Mayor, City Council, City staff, and project partners for their work.

To our residents, thank you for your patience throughout construction. Together, we’re building a better Mission!

#CityOfMission #LaCuchilla @TXGLO

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✨ Hey, Mission! The Family Faith Festival is happening TONIGHT!

Join us at the Mission Event Center from 6–9 p.m. for an evening of inspiration, special performances, testimonials and fun activities for the kids!

Bring your family, invite your friends and come enjoy a special evening with our community. 💙

📍 Mission Event Center | 200 N. Shary Rd.
🗓️ Tonight, October 17 | 6–9 p.m.

We hope to see you there!

The Family Faith Festival is co-hosted by the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce, local churches, the City of Mission and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

#CityOfMission #FamilyFaithFestival #MissionTexas

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👻🎃 There’s still time to enter!

Monday, October 19, is the last day to enter Keep Mission Beautiful’s BOO!TIFUL Yard Decorating Contest!

Show off your Halloween decorations by submitting two photos of your decorated yard. Scan the QR code on the flyer to complete the entry form or email [email protected].

Winners will be announced October 27!

#CityOfMission #KeepMissionBeautiful

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Mission small business owners, this opportunity is for you! 🔈

The @MissionEDC is now accepting applications for its Ruby Red Ventures Build Mission Fund, offering $15,000 grants to help eligible local businesses grow and expand.

Eligible businesses must be located within Mission city limits, have fewer than 30 employees, and generate less than $1 million in annual revenue. Additional eligibility requirements apply.

Application Deadline: October 31, 2026
Learn more and apply today: https://t.co/8n3dwVHUe9

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The @TXGLO held a kickoff meeting with the City of Mission for a recently awarded $2 million grant under the Disaster Recovery Reallocation Program (DRRP).

The grant will support street improvements along Holland Road. The project has officially started, and construction is expected to begin in early 2027.

#CityOfMission #HollandRoad @TXGLO

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🎀 Mission Goes Pink!

The City of Mission was proud to join Mission Regional Medical Center for the 17th Annual Mission Pink 5K Run/Walk in support of breast cancer awareness.

Thank you to the organizers, sponsors, participants and everyone who came together to support this important cause! 💗

🎥 Watch the highlights from this special day!

#CityOfMission #MissionPink5K #BreastCancerAwareness

[City of Mission @CityOfMissionTX]

🎀 Mission Goes Pink!

The City of Mission was proud to join Mission Regional Medical Center for the 17th Annual Mission Pink 5K Run/Walk in support of breast cancer awareness.

This event continues to make a meaningful difference in our community, with proceeds helping provide free mammogram screenings throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Thank you to the organizers, sponsors, participants, and everyone who came together to support this important cause! 💗

#CityOfMission #MissionPink5K #BreastCancerAwareness

[City of Mission @CityOfMissionTX]

🍂 Have bulky items you need to get rid of?

Keep Mission Beautiful is hosting its Fall Sweep Roundup, a free bulky item disposal event for Mission residents!

📅 Saturday, October 24
🕗 8 a.m.–noon
📍 1400 S. Conway Ave., Mission

Accepted items include TVs, refrigerators, mattresses, furniture, tires and BBQ pits.

Mission residents only. ID required. Items will be accepted only during event hours.

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💀🌼 SAVE THE DATE: DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS IN MISSION!

Join the Mission Historical Museum for its annual Día de los Muertos Folklife Festival on Saturday, October 24!

Enjoy live entertainment, delicious food and a chance to explore the Community Altar Exhibit. Admission is free!

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 2–5 p.m.
📍 Mission Historical Museum
900 Doherty Ave.

Bring your family and celebrate with us!

Interested in becoming a vendor? Contact the museum at [phone] for more information.
#CityOfMission #MissionHistoricalMuseum #DiaDeLosMuertos #FolklifeFestival #MissionEvents

[City of Mission @CityOfMissionTX]

🎃👻 Is your yard looking BOO!TIFUL?

Keep Mission Beautiful invites you to show off your Halloween decorations in its BOO!TIFUL Yard Decorating Contest!

📅 Enter October 1–19.

Scan the QR code on the flyer to complete the entry form with two photos of your decorated yard, or email your entry to [email protected].

🏆 Winners will be announced October 27, 2026! For questions, contact Keep Mission Beautiful through its social media pages.

[City of Mission @CityOfMissionTX]

⚠️ PAYMENT SERVICES UPDATE

City of Mission online and text payments remain unavailable.

In-person payments will take longer than usual to process and will not appear on your account immediately.

We apologize for the inconvenience and will provide an update once services are restored.

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🚒🔥 Fire safety starts with our community!

Families came together at Fire Safety Fest to meet Mission firefighters, enjoy hands-on activities and learn ways to stay safe.

A live EMS demonstration gave attendees an up-close look at how first responders work together during an emergency.

Thank you to the Mission Fire Department, community partners and everyone who joined us! Watch the highlights below. 🎥

#CityOfMission #MissionFireDepartment #FireSafetyFest #FirePreventionWeek #CommunitySafety

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🌦️ SANDBAG DISTRIBUTION UNDERWAY

The City of Mission is distributing sandbags today until 6 p.m. to help residents prepare for the rain expected in our area.

📍 W. 15th Street and Perkins Avenue, next to the Recycling Center

Distribution will continue Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., weather permitting.

Please follow the City of Mission’s official social media pages for updates and any changes to the distribution schedule.

Let’s prepare together, Mission! 💙

[City of Mission @CityOfMissionTX]

🎓 CELEBRATING NATIONAL GEAR UP WEEK!

The City of Mission proudly proclaimed September 21–25, 2026, as National GEAR UP Week, recognizing the impact GEAR UP has in helping students prepare for college and future success.

Through the partnership between Mission CISD and UTRGV’s College Bound-Career Linked! GEAR UP program, students receive valuable resources and support to help them pursue their educational goals. The program currently serves more than 5,000 ninth-grade students and has reached more than 25,000 students in our community since 1999.

Here’s to empowering our students to dream big and reach their highest potential! 🎓⭐
#NationalGEARUPWeek #GEARUP #MissionTX #StudentSuccess #HigherEducation

[City of Mission @CityOfMissionTX]

🏆 BACK-TO-BACK STATE CHAMPION! 🌟

The City of Mission proudly recognized Mission High School FFA President Benny Garza for his outstanding achievements at the Texas FFA State Public Speaking Events.

Benny earned first place in the Natural Resources Division in both 2025 and 2026, making him a back-to-back state champion! He also ranked 8th overall among 1,588 students statewide.

Congratulations, Benny! Your hard work, leadership and dedication make Mission proud! 👏⭐

#MissionProud #MissionTX #TexasFFA #MissionHighSchool #StudentSuccess @MissionCISD

[City of Mission @CityOfMissionTX]

☕ Coffee, conversation and community!

Join the Mission Police Department for Coffee with a Cop and enjoy a free cup of coffee while getting to know the officers who serve our community.

📅 Thursday, September 24, 2026
⏰ 7:30–9:30 a.m.
📍 McDonald's , 804 S. Shary Road

Enjoy good coffee, great conversations and an opportunity to build stronger community connections!

#CoffeeWithACop #MissionPolice #CityOfMission #CommunityConnections

[City of Mission @CityOfMissionTX]

🔥 MISSION FIRE IN ACTION

The Mission Fire Department recently conducted its annual live-fire training at Fire Station No. 2.

Crews practiced real-life fire scenarios using the department’s new Burn Prop Trailer, helping firefighters strengthen their skills, meet state training requirements and remain prepared to protect our community.

Take a look at our Mission firefighters in action! 🚒🔥

#MissionFireDepartment #MissionFire #CityOfMissionTX #FirefighterTraining #LiveFireTraining #PublicSafety #MissionProud

[City of Mission @CityOfMissionTX]

🔥🚒 Training to protect our community!

The Mission Fire Department recently completed its annual Live Fire Training at Fire Station No. 2. These training exercises help our firefighters remain compliant with state requirements while keeping their skills sharp and preparing them to respond safely and effectively during emergencies.

Crews also trained with the department’s newly purchased Burn Prop Trailer, which provides firefighters with realistic, hands-on experience in a controlled environment.

Thank you to our Mission firefighters for their continued dedication to protecting our community!