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1. On the Road: (Column: On The Road); ... or an extra hour in the school where I already volunteer.  Most of these students have parents and grandparents who speak only Spanish so only Spanish is spoken at home. Actually, in my opinion these ...; Created on 10 March 2026
2. Aren't you glad you are her: (Column: Rina's Ramblings); ... I was about nine or so, we had a cold snap that left it cold enough I was able to stand on top of the frozen cow trough at my grandparents’ farm. They had to chop through a big layer of ice, so the cows ...; Created on 26 January 2026
3. Craft/Quilt/Bake Sale January 31 to benefit students: (In The Parks); Winter Volunteers at Rio Grande Bible Ministries (RGBM) will hold a Craft/Quilt/Bake Sale on Saturday, January 31, 8 to 11 a.m. to benefit students of both the seminary and the Intercultural Studies Program. ...; Created on 26 January 2026
4. November 26, 2025 - Rina's Rambling: (Column: Rina's Ramblings); ... just make those moments all the merrier. When I think of Thanksgiving, I think of the past and getting together with my grandparents on the farm. Having fresh veggies and fruit, my aunt’s Italian crème ...; Created on 26 November 2025
5. VSA brings readers favorite to their stage: (Entertainment); ... the land his great grandparents did along with singing and playing music. Over the years he has opened for big name acts, played and recorded in Nashville, and even played for a former First Lady. He ...; Created on 05 February 2025
6. RGBM Craft/Quilt/Bake Sale raises funds to benefit students: (In The Parks); ... affectionately called “abuelitos” (the Grandparents). All monies raised during the Craft/Quilt/Bake Sale on February 1 will go directly to help defray students' education and living expenses. Story submitted ...; Created on 30 January 2025
7. RGBM holds sale to benefit students: (In The Parks); ... students and Winter Volunteers develop close relationships during their time on the RGBM campus with the Winter Volunteers being affectionately called “abuelitos” (the Grandparents). All monies raised ...; Created on 24 January 2024
8. Ron Hoover Open House continues to be a success: (Around Town); ... had grandparents in a park in La Feria. They also have friends at Bibleville they knew. Besides, Veanna added, “When it gets cold up north, it’s time to go (south).” The huge open house included more ...; Created on 16 January 2024
9. Tejano/Conjunto painter Roel Florez at Pharr Memorial Library, May 27: (Around Town); ... Roel learned about picking cotton with his grandparents and his father. He remembers when as a boy of about 7, he overheard his grandpa talk about cotton to the grownups. Instantly he thought they were ...; Created on 23 May 2023
10. The hardy mesquite tree: (Column: On The Road); ... is said to help control diabetes. What did our parents and grandparents do before we had modern medicine? They turned to natural remedies. Their life expectancy wasn't as long as it is today. But like ...; Created on 14 March 2023
11. Steven May & Southern Knights: (Wintertainers™); ... entertainer.  He was born and raised in Texas, where he grew up on a farm and continues to farm the land his great grandparents did along with playing music.  He is proud to share the stage and play music ...; Created on 01 November 2022
12. Let’s head on out to King Ranch: (Column: On The Road); ... brand a piece of wood with the King Ranch Running W Cattle brand. Now that youngster has a keepsake to take home. This is a great tour for parents and grandparents to share with their offspring. The ...; Created on 18 October 2022
13. What is a Winter Texan?: (Around Town); ... every year, too. They are the same age and share the same interests. I got most of this information from my grandparents. We were in Texas to visit them in their winter home. Maybe I should describe ...; Created on 16 March 2022
14. Entertainers shine at Showcase: (Entertainment); ... coming to the Valley. The duo hails from Alberta, Canada. Amy said she used to come down here to visit her grandparents – her grandfather being a member of the Playboys, she had music in her veins. She ...; Created on 25 January 2022
15. December 29, 2021 - Rina's Rambling: (Column: Rina's Ramblings); ... the tradition and having it at home or at my grandparents’ farm. What are your traditions that you do every year? Are there ones that you hope that your kids/family continue to teach their own kids? ...; Created on 28 December 2021
16. Swing into the Landmark on Tower: (News); ... son to the Rail Yard bar in Alamo and realizing his son was the only young person there. Landa said he wanted to have a place where one could bring a grandparent or a kid and not feel odd. His first plan ...; Created on 28 December 2021
17. Enjoy the holidays with sand sculptures: (Entertainment); ... “They like to come hang out, play in the sand and it works really well.” Wierenga is a third-generation Winter Texan from Michigan who started visiting the Valley when her grandparents were living in ...; Created on 21 December 2021
18. December 1, 2021 - Rina's Rambling: (Column: Rina's Ramblings); ... passed away. It makes me think about my grandparents and the love that always filled their home. If you take something with you through this holiday season, remember to be thankful for the memories. ...; Created on 30 November 2021
19. November 24, 2021 - Rinas Ramblings: (Column: Rina's Ramblings); ... to reminisce back to my younger years. Back to gathering at my grandparents’ house. Eating whatever veggies were brought in from the field within the last week – plus the customary green bean casserole, ...; Created on 22 November 2021
20. March 3, 2021 - On The Road: (Column: On The Road); ... for a three-night slumber party. Must have been a little challenging for the grandparents but just imagine what a good time those children had. It will be an experience they will remember forever. Best ...; Created on 02 March 2021

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