- 1. Taking the Tabs to Texas
- (In The Parks)
- Collecting can tabs for the Ronald McDonald House has been ongoing at La Floresta Park in Mercedes for many years. This year, Rodger and Jean Vanderville from Manistique, Michigan, arrived at La Floresta ...
- Created on 21 December 2021
- 2. Respect nature, property, others when taking wildflower photos
- (Around Town)
- ... that we still get to enjoy Spring and what Mother Nature has given us to enjoy. These are guildelines to follow when taking pictures of wildflowers. Always remember to respect nature and, if you are out ...
- Created on 31 March 2020
- 3. Winter Texans taking it one day at a time
- (In The Parks)
- ... home, shutting down the office, and other decisions that we don’t have to face on a day to day basis. What we are hearing from those we talk to is that you are taking this one day at a time for now ...
- Created on 25 March 2020
- 4. Rick McEwen taking it easy
- (Entertainment)
- Rick McEwen is taking it easy entertaining everywhere he goes. Whether he is singing, strumming his guitar, cracking jokes, or just telling some stories from his childhood, he is sure to entertain the ...
- Created on 04 March 2020
- 5. STHS shares important safety tips during National Gun Violence Awareness Month
- (Around Town)
- ... a firearm, it’s important to understand how to handle, load and clean it safely. Consider taking a gun safety class at a local gun store or shooting range to build confidence and proper technique. Avoid ...
- Created on 02 June 2026
- 6. City of Edinburg launches Summer Concert Series with an unforgettable lineup
- (Entertainment)
- EDINBURG — The City of Edinburg invites residents and visitors to kick off the summer with an exciting evening of live music at the first concert of the 2026 Summer Concert Series on Saturday, May 30, ...
- Created on 19 May 2026
- 7. 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
- 8. Tips to prevent problematic barn swallow nests before they appear
- (Around Town)
- ... an empty nest. Parasites and mites can persist in nests as long as three years after a bird leaves. Reasons to welcome swallows Before taking preventative measures, Tidwell also encourages you to learn ...
- Created on 07 April 2026
- 9. Tourist Day celebrates 50 years
- (Around Town)
- ... bridge, Sparks said, which was replaced by a concrete six-lane bridge built alongside the original one. A bridge for just trucks was added in 2018 on the east side, taking that heavy traffic around Nuevo ...
- Created on 24 March 2026
- 10. STHS to hold annual diabetes symposium
- (Around Town)
- With diabetes cases surging nationwide, awareness can’t wait. Currently, 40 million Americans, about 12% of the population, are living with diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and ...
- Created on 24 March 2026
- 11. Bentsen-RGV State Park restarts spring Hawk Watch
- (Around Town)
- ... All of the following activities require reservations. Sign-ups are already taking place. The Birding Tram Tour will be held on Thursday, March 12, 19, and 26 at 9 a.m. The park’s Speaker Series will ...
- Created on 10 March 2026
- 12. Rina's Rambling
- (Column: Rina's Ramblings)
- We want you to be a Winter Texan Ambassador It’s that time of year again. It’s the time of year when you are thinking about packing up and going back to your summer home or taking some time to travel, ...
- Created on 03 March 2026
- 13. Unique Expo set for February 21
- (In The Parks)
- To introduce Winter Texans to some of the top businesses and health experts in the Valley, Dennis and Barb Zanetti are again organizing a unique and popular Expo at Alamo Palms Resort. The doors will open ...
- Created on 17 February 2026
- 14. Kansans celebrate … Kansas
- (Around Town)
- ... for taking charge of the MC role and providing fun entertainment. Rusty has an array of songs and jokes to bring much laughter to the event. Thanks again, Rusty for an outstanding performance. Plans ...
- Created on 10 February 2026
- 15. Immerse yourself in nature at SPI wildlife expo
- (Around Town)
- The Winter Outdoor Wildlife Expo returns to the South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary on February 5 through 7, for its 30th year showcasing the natural treasures of South Texas ...
- Created on 03 February 2026
- 16. Events Calendar
- (Events Calendar)
- ... competition. The Citrus Sip-Off is taking place from 6-9 p.m. at Alyssa’s Acres, 1711 E. Mile 2 Rd., in Mission. Event will feature the 2025 winning cocktail “Not a Paloma.” Tickets are $100 per person ...
- Created on 26 January 2026
- 17. Disc Golf: A new amenity shared by sister parks, Trophy Gardens and Winter Ranch
- (In The Parks)
- Sunday, January 4, was a beautiful, sunny day without excessive wind or heat and no rain. A large group of people assembled, representing both Trophy Gardens and Winter Ranch RV Resorts, at their shared ...
- Created on 26 January 2026
- 18. Events Calendar
- (Events Calendar)
- ... Sip-Off is taking place from 6-9 p.m. at Alyssa’s Acres, 1711 E. Mile 2 Rd., in Mission. Event will feature the 2025 winning cocktail “Not a Paloma.” Tickets are $100 per person to sample citrus-inspired ...
- Created on 19 January 2026
- 19. Your everything band Vinyl Spin will take the stage at VSA
- (Valley Star Awards)
- Vinyl Spin is a high-energy, crowd engaging band based in the Rio Grande Valley. They are proudly known as “Your Everything Band.” They were last year’s Rock N’ Roll Band of the Year and will be taking ...
- Created on 19 January 2026
- 20. Tim Hadler brings 'Strait to Branson' to the Island ...
- (Entertainment)
- ... Hadler often jokes that his first audience was the cows he used to sing to on the farm. Since those days of farming, he’s always loved to sing and dreamed of someday taking his talent to Nashville and ...
- Created on 13 January 2026
