Winter Texan Times

Thank you for coming, safe travels, see you next season

Details: Published: Thursday, 27 March 2025 12:58

20250307 Winter Texan Fiesta WAB IMG 5624 web This season is ending, and I hate to see it go. We always enjoy your time with us, and our time with you, and we sure are going to miss it while you are gone.

We know you are coming to the Valley for the community, the weather, lower prices, and more. We also know you are coming because of the culture and the warm welcomes you receive. But it is also your warmness that makes us love seeing you each year.

Speaking of that warmness, you do so much for the communities you live in – whether it is for your park, a special person in your park, or an organization in your city – you really do a lot while you are here. The work and care you put forth is so appreciated by all of those that receive your blessings.

Tourists enjoy the refreshments and entertainment in Progreso

Details: Published: Thursday, 27 March 2025 12:52

By Herb Moering

Hundreds of Winter Texans turned out Friday under picture perfect weather for the 49th annual Tourist Day in Nuevo Progreso.

The event to say “thanks” to all those who come to shop, eat, purchase medicines and have dental work done in Progreso began with a brief welcome in the Bridge Authority Building from Samuel Robert Sparks Jr., the private bridge co-owner, to various area government officials and spouses and special friends.

Rita Norlander – Hall of Famer and loved by many

Details: Published: Thursday, 27 March 2025 12:48

Rita Nolander 04 web Rita Norlander, a long-time resident of the Trails End Winter Park, was honored on March 19 as she threw out the first pack for the annual Rita Nolander Shuffle Tournament.

Rita hails from Wisconsin and moved to Texas over 28 years ago. She was originally in the Weslaco Trailer Park before moving to the Trails End Park.

Winter Texans enjoy the weather at Onion Fest

Details: Published: Thursday, 27 March 2025 12:43

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The weather is important to Jill Zehe, from Winter Green Estates in Mission. She was part of a group of motorcycle riders at the Texas Onion Fest in Weslaco on Saturday. The festival featured great weather for the crowds who attended to celebrate the 1015 onion.

Jill said it is the Valley weather that allows the group to ride year-round, which includes her husband, Richard. The couple from northern Wisconsin have been Winter Texans for seven years. With them were Bob and Connie Metzger, from Hidden Valley RV Park in Mission for the past nine years, who also reside summers in Northern Wisconsin, and Linda Lavigno, from Eldorado Acres RV Park in Mission, who has come down from Calgary in Alberta, Canada for the past two years.

Larry and Susan DeBuse honored at golf tournament

Details: Published: Thursday, 27 March 2025 12:39

larry DeBuse golf tournament web Larry and Susan DeBuse, formerly of Greengate Grove in Palmview, were honored at the Larry DeBuse Invitational Golf Tournament, held at Shary Municipal Golf Course on March 5. The DeBuse family has returned to their home in Bella Vista, AR, as Larry continues his fight against Parkinson’s Disease.

STC Cosmetology students provide complimentary services

Details: Published: Thursday, 27 March 2025 12:06

CosmetologyServices5 web By Joey Gomez

South Texas College Cosmetology students say the program is giving them the opportunity to prepare for their future dream careers while promoting a culture of service and a spirit of giving back to the community.

Under the guidance of faculty, students can perform complimentary services such as updos, pedicures, haircuts, facials and much more for visitors.

Services are available to the public Monday through Thursday at the college’s Cosmetology Center located on the second floor of the Shah Eye Center at 1506 E. Griffin Pkwy. in Mission.

Broadway in McAllen has tworemaining shows

Details: Published: Thursday, 27 March 2025 12:01

Four Phantoms 1055 web The McAllen Performing Arts Center is thrilled to announce single tickets for the two remaining shows as part of the 24/25 Broadway in the Rio Grande Valley season are now on sale, the lineup includes The Cher Show and The Four Phantoms in Concert. Tickets can be purchased online at ExperienceMcAllen.com/Broadway or in person at the McAllen Performing Arts Center Box office (801 Convention Center Blvd).