Naomi Mitchell Carrier, a San Benito native, dedicated a Texas Historical Marker for the United States Colored Troops in the Rio Grande Valley. - The marker commemorates the last Civil War battle in Texas and the USCT's role in post-war stabilization.
- Carrier highlighted the cotton economy's impact on slavery and the USCT's courage. - The marker is located on Highway 4 near SpaceX.
- Carrier also authored legislation for the Underground Railroad from Texas to Mexico and the Emancipation National Historic Trail. The dedication ceremony included local historians and officials.