- 41. Tripp’s legacy lives on through Winter Texans and Elks
- (In The Parks)
- ... their “creatively decorated” cookie for dessert. After the Party Volunteers said they have fond memories of the day. Many noted that the children’s smiles and excitement were reward enough for the ...
- Created on 27 December 2023
- 42. Soar into 2024 with a First Day Hike
- (Around Town)
- ... the 83 participating parks and hiked, biked, and paddled a combined 17,190 miles. “Texas State Parks’ staff had so much fun celebrating the 100th birthday with the people of Texas this year,” said Rodney ...
- Created on 27 December 2023
- 43. Weslaco parade draws large crowd
- (Around Town)
- ... on our mind, not even in the top 10, let alone five miles from the border. And here we are. We moved in six weeks ago.” The parade with more than 100 floats, music and, of course, Santa was themed as ...
- Created on 12 December 2023
- 44. The South Pole opens
- (Entertainment)
- ... of the tree, with the smiles on the kids’ faces and not just the kids but the parents bringing the kids. One of the great things we have down here in the Rio Grande Valley is our people. They are so friendly ...
- Created on 05 December 2023
- 45. The water and rich soil of the Valley
- (Column: On The Road)
- ... virtually at sea level. I live in Harlingen, where just a few miles up the road is a small town named Combes. Now old timers would call that town Combes Mountain. But why? When I look up the elevation ...
- Created on 07 November 2023
- 46. Welcome home and enjoy this paradise
- (Column: On The Road)
- ... just been planted. And that reminds me of my Farm Tour. Or the King Ranch Farm tour where the rows are three miles long … yep, we do things big in Texas. I look forward to seeing many of you on some ...
- Created on 25 October 2023
- 47. 10th annual award-winning event celebrates culture, imagination
- (Around Town)
- McAllen Public Library (MPL) announces the 10th Annual South Texas Book Festival (STBF), a milestone event celebrating the rich literary heritage of the Rio Grande Valley while engaging readers of all ...
- Created on 25 October 2023
- 48. Connection with nature linked to longer, healthier lives
- (Uncategorised)
- ... project they hope can be duplicated around the country on various scales. Bayou Greenway is a 3,000-acre, $220 million public-private partnership that provides 150 miles of trails in and around the city’s ...
- Created on 25 October 2023
- 49. Seven tips to stay safe during the summer heat
- (Around Town)
- ... Study the map and have it with you, avoid relying on your phone for maps since service may be unavailable in back-country areas. Average hikers move at 2 miles per hour, so allow yourself plenty of time ...
- Created on 28 June 2023
- 50. Summer Event Calendar
- (Events Calendar)
- ... with the playwright, director, and cast after the reading. Festival passes cost $10 and include admission to all three staged readings and a performance of Somewhere In The Miles. Festival passes can be ...
- Created on 09 June 2023
