- 21. Operation Christmas Child drop-off locations are open
- (Around Town)
- ... you need to host a packing party of your own – ideas, guidelines, suggested items, and other frequently asked questions – www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/packing-parties/. Emphasize the ...
- Created on 20 November 2024
- 22. November Native Plant Project meeting next week
- (Around Town)
- ... spaces and/or budgets. Topics covered will be select species that are suitable for containers, soil recommendations, container choices, container arrangement, and some other general maintenance guidelines. ...
- Created on 20 November 2024
- 23. A new ocelot joins the Gladys Porter Zoo family
- (Around Town)
- ... to species conservation.” Leeloo made headlines last year after participating in a groundbreaking artificial insemination procedure. Zoo staff were very hopeful and excited about the procedure, but sadly, ...
- Created on 30 October 2024
- 24. Winter Texans create quilt to celebrate Alamo’s centennial
- (Around Town)
- ... also has a program remembering the tragic train/truck crash in Alamo that drew national headlines, which took 29 lives on March 14, 1940. The Easter Extravaganza of egg gathering for the children is at ...
- Created on 28 February 2024
- 25. Grief counseling class offered
- (Around Town)
- ... Classes are held from 4 to 6 p.m. Topics of discussion include is this normal, your grief journey, loneliness and sadness, self-care, fearful and overwhelmed, anger, regrets, grief and your household, ...
- Created on 08 February 2024
- 26. Volunteering, travel, warmer days ahead
- (Column: On The Road)
- ... somehow find the time to contribute to our communities by volunteering. I especially liked the headlines of one of the stories – “It’s better to give than receive.” And how true that is. Just this past ...
- Created on 25 January 2024
- 27. Caution, Carving can be addictive
- (Around Town)
- ... walking sticks, caricature carvings of every kind and chip carvings to name just a few of the styles and disciplines that will be represented at the show. Door donation is $5 per person. Friday hours are ...
- Created on 17 January 2024
- 28. Farmers Market debuts in Mission This weekend
- (Around Town)
- ... vendors at any time. More importantly, community members are urged to attend and demonstrate support – admission is free. Vendor guidelines can be found on their website at buenavida77gardens.com. ...
- Created on 02 January 2024
- 29. Shuffleboard tournaments coming up
- (In The Parks)
- The Rio Grande Valley Shuffleboard Association has several shuffleboard tournaments slated for January, and through the rest of the season. Deadlines to register are the Friday before the tournament is ...
- Created on 02 January 2024
- 30. RGV Shuffleboard Association welcomes players, new and old
- (In The Parks)
- ... is doubles on January 9 and will be held at Pine to Palm. Tournaments are held nearly every Tuesday through Thursday from January 2 to March 7. Entry deadlines are usually the Friday before the event. ...
- Created on 27 December 2023
- 31. Airport has nonstop service to Austin
- (Around Town)
- Delta Air Lines has started its ticket sales to provide three daily nonstop service from McAllen International Airport (MFE) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) beginning April 22, 2024. In ...
- Created on 22 December 2023
- 32. City of Mission opens Community Tool Shed
- (Around Town)
- ... tools, shovels, trimmers, garden rakes, and more. This unique project aims to foster community collaboration, benefit residents who lack access to essential equipment, and contribute to the cleanliness ...
- Created on 17 October 2023
- 33. 95th Annual McAllen Independence Day Celebration invites community to participate
- (Entertainment)
- ... one of the following categories: antique vehicles; marching/walking; color guard; vehicle club; float; horses; band; or pageant. For more guidelines and information, please see entry application. Entries ...
- Created on 07 June 2023
- 34. Enjoy regional Easter traditions at MOSTH
- (Entertainment)
- ... where guests can purchase a Polaroid print for $3 or take a selfie for free. Looking for last-minute Easter basket items? The Museum Store carries a variety of notebooks, pecan pralines, coin purses, ...
- Created on 27 March 2023
- 35. IT’S WINTER TEXANS … ‘JUST WANTING TO HAVE FUN’
- (In The Parks)
- ... audience. The apparel, too, went for a large sum, and will, no doubt, be on the auction block again next year. (These two clothing items are exceptions to the auction’s guidelines because clothes and ...
- Created on 14 March 2023
- 36. Rio Grande Valley golf courses steeped in rich history
- (Golf: Winter Texans Favorites)
- ... how the round goes, there’s always the comfort, safety, and friendliness of those who await the golfer inside the clubhouse. It’s a wonderfully fulfilling golf experience. Stuart Place is located at ...
- Created on 28 February 2023
- 37. Rick McEwen's Kenny Rogers Tribute Show is a treat ...
- (Entertainment)
- ... sang along when McEwen got to the lines where he sang, “Know when to hold ‘em; know when to fold ‘em.” McEwen encouraged the audience, that he referred to as the McAllen Mobile Tabernacle Choir, to join ...
- Created on 14 February 2023
- 38. Nu-Blu joins VSA lineup
- (Entertainment)
- ... turned many heads, garnering major headlines with their George Jones inspired tribute single “Jesus and Jones.” The award-winning band has also made appearances on Fox news, while also having their music ...
- Created on 07 February 2023
- 39. Boleros and romantic Latin concert in the park
- (Entertainment)
- ... the years, they have collaborated as performers, music educators, and now as “Dos Voces,” which integrates their disciplines of voice, piano, and guitar. Open to innovation and fun, these two explore the ...
- Created on 07 February 2023
- 40. Winter Texan Times: Looking back 35 years
- (Around Town)
- Valley life wins praise We all know why Winter Texans come to Valley. When you ask, it’s not only because of the weather, but it’s also because of the friendliness of the people in the Valley, how much ...
- Created on 31 January 2023
