- 21. Native Plant Project kicks off spring speaker series
- (Around Town)
- The Native Plant Project is pleased to welcome Bradley Christoffersen, Ph.D., as its featured guest speaker for this month’s meeting. Dr. Christoffersen is a professor at the University of Texas Rio Grande ...
- Created on 19 January 2026
- 22. STHS highlights importance of weight management
- (Around Town)
- For improved physical function, joint and bone health and mental well-being, it’s essential to maintain a healthy weight. Achieved through balanced nutrition, regular physical activity, adequate sleep ...
- Created on 19 January 2026
- 23. On the Road with Jo Liston
- (Uncategorised)
- Tours and the history you learn The holidays are over and it is time to look forward. Where shall we plan to go in 2026 or what shall we plan to do? I already have one very special tour in the plans ...
- Created on 13 January 2026
- 24. Explore the Olmecs at IMAS at annual celebration
- (Around Town)
- The community is invited to “Exploring the Olmecs” on Saturday, January 17, at International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) to learn about Olmec civilization and celebrate the sweet sixteenth birthday ...
- Created on 13 January 2026
- 25. Explore South Texas Flora with Mike Heep
- (Around Town)
- Quinta Mazatlán invites the community to discover the rich botanical history of the Rio Grande Valley during a special Thursday Night Live presentation, “Robert Runyon Plants,” with longtime native plant ...
- Created on 06 January 2026
- 26. STHS Behavioral to highlight importance of mind-body connection at webinar
- (Around Town)
- The mind-body connection is vital for overall health because your thoughts, emotions and behaviors directly influence physical health, and your physical state affects mental well-being. “It’s a powerful, ...
- Created on 30 December 2025
- 27. Elks and Winter Texans provide Christmas party for special need kids
- (In The Parks)
- By Barb Zanetti-Taetsch, Photos by Dennis Zanetti At McAllen’s Elks Lodge 1402 a young girl stands before Santa with her hands on her hips and says, “Santa, do you have a naughty list?” Santa, Wally ...
- Created on 23 December 2025
- 28. MHM accepting submissions for the 20th Annual Quilt Show
- (Around Town)
- The Mission Historical Museum is excited to announce the 20th Annual Quilt Show and is now accepting entries for this beloved community tradition. Quilt enthusiasts are invited to participate by submitting ...
- Created on 16 December 2025
- 29. Valley Museums share the spirit of the season
- (Around Town)
- Our Rio Grande Valley museums supply arts, history and culture to their visitors throughout the year. But during the Christmas season, they also share creativity and bright lights. Several museums have ...
- Created on 10 December 2025
- 30. STC students use skills to support Valley children living with diabetes
- (Around Town)
- By Joey Gomez, STC South Texas College students are helping to transform a developing 30-acre camp for children with Type 1 diabetes by utilizing their skills to build furniture, recreational features ...
- Created on 10 December 2025
- 31. Everyone’s favorite festive cottages have returned
- (Entertainment)
- Holiday Village kicked off their 16th season with a jam-packed opening ceremony recently at Dean Porter Park in Brownsville. Guests enjoyed live music, free buñuelos and candy canes, and more, as they ...
- Created on 03 December 2025
- 32. IMAS Christmas Tree Forest opens December 3
- (Uncategorised)
- The International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) is inviting the community to be part of one of the Valley’s favorite holiday traditions, the annual IMAS Guild Christmas Tree Forest. This year’s theme, ...
- Created on 03 December 2025
- 33. STHS Heart named among top three hospitals in Texas
- (Around Town)
- Driven by an aging population, rising rates of cardiovascular disease related to lifestyle factors such as poor diet, sedentary habits and high stress, and the growing prevalence of obesity and diabetes ...
- Created on 11 November 2025
- 34. VSO celebrates Maestro Peter Dabrowski’s 25th season
- (Entertainment)
- The Valley Symphony Orchestra (VSO) proudly announces the official start of the 2025-26 Masterworks Season, a milestone year marking esteemed Music Director and Conductor Maestro Peter Dabrowski’s 25th ...
- Created on 03 November 2025
- 35. McAllen is alive with music and arts
- (Entertainment)
- ... of life. And it is imperative that the stage you’re standing on isn’t just your destination, but a platform to raise awareness for the arts. There is nothing more important to the soul of a community than ...
- Created on 03 November 2025
- 36. Experience life along the San Antonio River through history
- (Entertainment)
- GOLIAD COUNTY – Goliad State Park will host its annual “Rio! Rio!” event on November 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mission Espiritu Santo. This special event offers visitors the chance to step back in time ...
- Created on 03 November 2025
- 37. National Museum of the Pacific War launches revamped Society of Sons and Daughters of WWII Veterans
- (Around Town)
- Submitted by Haley Hull, Marketing Director, National Museum of the Pacific War Fredericksburg, TX – The National Museum of the Pacific War is pleased to announce the relaunch of the Society of Sons ...
- Created on 23 May 2025
- 38. Thank you for coming, safe travels, see you next season
- (In The Parks)
- 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 ...
- Created on 27 March 2025
- 39. Rita Norlander – Hall of Famer and loved by many
- (In The Parks)
- 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 ...
- Created on 27 March 2025
- 40. Winter Texans enjoy the weather at Onion Fest
- (Entertainment)
- By Herb Moering 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 ...
- Created on 27 March 2025
