- 1. A new ocelot joins the Gladys Porter Zoo family
- (Around Town)
- Gladys Porter Zoo staff are inviting the public to come out and meet our newest resident, Ignacio, a seven-year-old ocelot. Iggy, as he is affectionately called, joins a female ocelot that currently resides ...
- Created on 30 October 2024
- 2. Sharing family stories through historic furniture
- (Around Town)
- ... each with an interesting story to tell. “Furniture that Built the Valley” will share the story of three South Texas families through a piece of furniture that was donated from each family. A spindled ...
- Created on 07 February 2023
- 3. “Letters Home” provide sneak peek into Sgt. González’s love for family
- (Around Town)
- ... González had with his mother and grandmother including the love for friends and extended family, and his hometown of Edinburg, Texas. The spotlight exhibit is in correspondence with Memorial Day and ...
- Created on 05 May 2022
- 4. Author chronicles family history in South Texas
- (Around Town)
- ... to learn more about himself, his family and fellow Tejanos. Guests can purchase a copy of the book, while supplies last, at the Museum Store that can be signed by the author. The book features stories ...
- Created on 11 January 2022
- 5. Adopt a Family with the Food Bank
- (Around Town)
- During the holiday season, the Food Bank RGV launched a new initiative allowing the general public to give directly in order to “Adopt a Family” and sponsor a family’s meals for an entire month or for ...
- Created on 29 December 2020
- 6. DHR Health and Hope Family Health Center announce August 22nd “Fishing for Hope” Tournament
- (Around Town)
- ... one of the largest non-profit fishing tournaments on the Texas coast, “Fishing for Hope” is a family-friendly and fun event for people of all ages. This year’s tournament will feature great prizes, dinner, ...
- Created on 10 June 2020
- 7. DreamScapes exhibit celebrates a family or artists
- (Around Town)
- ... of a family of area artists – Maxine McClendon, Edward Edson Nichols and Christopher Nichols. McClendon was an internationally renowned artist well-known for her acrylic on stuffed canvas. Her husband, ...
- Created on 25 October 2019
- 8. City of Edinburg ACE Center announces extended hours
- (Around Town)
- EDINBURG - To make cultural experiences and creative opportunities more accessible to the community, the City of Edinburg Arts, Culture, and Events (ACE) Center is excited to announce new extended hours. ...
- Created on 02 June 2026
- 9. STHS shares important safety tips during National Gun Violence Awareness Month
- (Around Town)
- As gun violence continues to impact communities nationwide, South Texas Health System is joining gun safety advocates to raise awareness and promote responsible firearm practices to help prevent tragedies ...
- Created on 02 June 2026
- 10. Experience the FIFA World Cup 2026™ excitement with six free community watch parties
- (Around Town)
- In just a few days, La Cancha Watch Party: McAllen Welcomes the World kicks off at Oval Park, transforming the convention center grounds into a high-energy, family-friendly festival space. Bring your lawn ...
- Created on 02 June 2026
- 11. DHR Health encourages community to recognize the signs of stroke
- (Around Town)
- ... spot strokes instantly,” said Dr. Patricia Fernandez, DHR Health Comprehensive Stroke Center Medical Director. “Minutes matter. If a friend or family member shows signs of a stroke, call 9-1-1 immediately ...
- Created on 02 June 2026
- 12. Sip & Paint: A Midsummer Night of Firefly Fun at the Edinburg ACE
- (Around Town)
- EDINBURG - The Edinburg Cultural Arts Division and the Edinburg Arts Foundation invite the community to celebrate creativity under the glow of a midsummer evening at Sip & Paint: Firefly Fun, a paint-and-sip ...
- Created on 02 June 2026
- 13. Renaissance Cancer Foundation to host 6th Annual Purple Project 5K to commemorate “National Cancer Survivors Month”
- (Around Town)
- ... awareness during the month of June, which is known as “National Cancer Survivors Month.” For this 5k event, DHR Health invites cancer survivors, caretakers, family members, and friends to participate as ...
- Created on 02 June 2026
- 14. STC hosts 17th Annual South Texas Ceramic Showdown
- (Around Town)
- South Texas College invites students and the community to the 17th annual two-day ceramics event on June 10 and 11. The South Texas College Art Department and Library Art Gallery will present the 17th ...
- Created on 02 June 2026
- 15. June 1, 2026 - Parks Calendar
- (Parks Calendar)
- EDITOR’S NOTE: Items for the Parks Calendar must be open to the public activities in the parks only and must be submitted by park owners, managers or activity directors. Listings must come from the park ...
- Created on 01 June 2026
- 16. City of Edinburg launches Summer Concert Series with an unforgettable lineup
- (Entertainment)
- ... that pays tribute to one of Tejano music’s most influential and beloved groups. The Summer Concert Series is part of the City of Edinburg’s ongoing commitment to providing family-friendly entertainment ...
- Created on 19 May 2026
- 17. STC exhibit honors World War II Army illustrator George Withers
- (Around Town)
- By Joey Gomez STC Public Relations Specialist MCALLEN – South Texas College’s Veterans Affairs Office, together with Library Services at STC’s Pecan Campus is honoring the legacy of World War II veteran ...
- Created on 19 May 2026
- 18. STHS and Prominence Health team up to help older adults prevent dangerous falls
- (Around Town)
- Falls among older adults are on the rise nationwide, posing a significant threat to health and independence. Each year, more than 1 in 4 Americans aged 65 and older experiences a fall, according to the ...
- Created on 19 May 2026
- 19. Gladys Porter Zoo celebrates "Brownsville Appreciation Weekend
- (Around Town)
- BROWNSVILLE – From the modernization of essential water and wastewater infrastructure to the visionary investment in the Zoo’s Master Plan, the City of Brownsville has been an indispensable partner in ...
- Created on 05 May 2026
- 20. Experience ingenuity and the frontier spirit at Goodnight Ranch State Historic Site
- (Around Town)
- Goodnight, TX - Visitors and Texans wanting to smell the aroma of food cooked from a real chuckwagon or witness thrilling reenactments of historic military encampments can do so on Saturday, May 9 as the ...
- Created on 05 May 2026
