The Rio Grande Current
Fabiola Escalón, Vikki Goodwin, Elizabeth Rodriguez, Holly TaylorI’m a grassroots organizer, independent media creator, and self-taught graphic designer sharing stories and struggles from South Texas — culture, politics, and everything in between.
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San Ygnacio at the River’s Edge
From La Condena (the “307” taking) to a 2008 IBWC letter and border wall construction along the Rio Grande
There are places along the Rio Grande where history does not feel distant.
A Billion Dollars for the Border Wall. Will Any of It Stay in Zapata County?
As state and federal governments pour money into border infrastructure, residents are left asking whether the investment will create lasting opportunity—or simply pass through.
Clearing brush on private property in San Ygnacio, Texas (Zapa...
Live with Elsa Hull
A recording from Fabiola Escalón's live video onsite the border fence construction in Zapata County, on private property near the San Ygnacio boat ramp.
Thank you to everyone who tuned into my live video! Join me for my next live video in...
The Texas Race With Generational Consequences Most Voters Never Hear About
A recording by Fabiola Escalón
In my conversation with SBOE candidate Thomas Ray Garcia, we discussed how State Board of Education decisions can shape classrooms, curriculum, and public education for an entire generation — making this one...
Hidalgo County’s Runoff Turnout Is Small — Which Means Every Vote on Tuesday Could Matter Enormously
Early voting numbers show Republicans remaining competitive across multiple Hidalgo County communities, while low turnout means even modest increases in participation could reshape local races.
The unofficial early voting numbers from Hida...
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