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Published: Wednesday, 02 July 2025 16:52
EDINBURG, TX - The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the return of Texas Cook’Em: High Steaks in Edinburg, set to take place on Friday, July 4, 2025, at the Ebony Hills Golf Course. This annual free Independence Day event is expected to be the biggest and most exciting yet, featuring a full day of live entertainment, family-friendly attractions, and one of Texas’ premier steak BBQ cook-offs.
The celebration will include the Cars & Stripes Auto Show, presented by Bert Ogden Buick GMC, showcasing an impressive lineup of classic and custom vehicles. A Family Fun Zone, presented by the Omar Ochoa Law Firm, and an array of food and craft vendors.
Read more: Edinburg invites community to Spectacular Independence Day Celebration
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Published: Wednesday, 02 July 2025 16:20
The City of McAllen is inviting the community to celebrate America’s birthday at the 97th Annual Independence Day Celebration, presented by H-E-B, on Friday, July 4, 2025. The day-long celebration will feature family-friendly events including a 4K race, Patriotic Program, the Main Street Parade, a lively Freedom Festival and the H-E-B Concert in the Sky Fireworks Extravaganza.
“H-E-B is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the 97th Annual McAllen Independence Day Celebration,” said Linda Tovar H-E-B Director of Public Affairs. “We’re honored to stand with the City of McAllen in celebrating our nation’s independence and recognizing the men and women of our U.S. Armed Forces.”
Read more: 97th Annual McAllen Independence Day Celebration invites community to participate
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Published: Wednesday, 02 July 2025 16:12
McAllen, TX – Get ready for a star-spangled evening of music, family fun, and festive treats at Quinta Mazatlán’s Thursday Night Live: Patriotic Pops in the Park on Thursday, July 3, 2025 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Headlining the evening is a special live performance by the Valley Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet at 7:00 p.m., filling the air with patriotic favorites under the summer sky. In addition to the concert, guests can enjoy hands-on arts and crafts, the always-popular Bubble Hut, and a variety of local vendors serving up classic favorites including hot dogs, popcorn, lemonade, watermelon, and mini pies. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and head out to Quinta Mazatlán, 600 Sunset Drive, for a family-friendly evening of patriotic celebration and community spirit in the park.
Read more: Celebrate Independence Day early at Quinta Mazatlán’s Patriotic Pops in the Park
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Published: Tuesday, 27 May 2025 21:46
The Bullock Museum is thrilled to announce the lineup for this summer’s Music Under the Star, a free outdoor concert series in the Capitol Mall Amphitheater. Guests are invited to enjoy incredible Texas artists every Friday in June starting at 7 p.m.
“The Bullock Museum is excited to bring back the Music Under the Star series for the 2025 season,” said Kristin Johnson, Head of Public Programs at the Bullock Museum. “Bring a blanket, enjoy cold drinks and food truck fare, and listen to great music by local Austin favorites!”
Read more: Bullock Museum announces 2025 lineup for Music Under the Stars
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Published: Sunday, 25 May 2025 21:47
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 and Daughters of WWII Veterans, a revitalized version of a long-standing program dedicated to honoring and preserving the legacy of those who served during World War II.
First established years ago to recognize descendants and families of WWII veterans, the Society has been restructured to provide a more streamlined and accessible experience. The revamped program now features a secure online portal where members can create and manage individual profiles for their veterans, upload photographs, share personal stories, and organize service records. These improvements address previous limitations in the application process and archival management, enhancing the Society’s ability to preserve these histories for future generations.
Read more: National Museum of the Pacific War launches revamped Society of Sons and Daughters of WWII Veterans
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Published: Friday, 23 May 2025 21:58
The McAllen Veteran's War Memorial committee will host a Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 26 at 10 a.m. The memorial is located next to the McAllen Perofrming Arts Center at 801 Convention Center Blvd.
“On Memorial Day, we remember those brave heroes who died in service to our great nation,” said Mayor Villalobos. “We are proud that our Texas Veterans War Memorial has their names of those soldiers from McAllen, the Rio Grande Valley and throughout South Texas inscribed here forever, for us to honor and thank them.”
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Published: Friday, 23 May 2025 21:37
Submitted by the American Bird Conservatory
Memorial Day in the U.S. marks the unofficial end of spring bird migration and beginning of summer. While millions of people flock to beaches and parks with rivers or lakes for recreation, many shorebirds like the Least Tern, Piping Plover, Snowy Plover, Wilson's Plover, and Black Skimmers have begun to nest and raise their young along the shore.
Long before people were using beaches for various forms of recreation, they were productive nesting areas for generations of shorebirds along with other types of wildlife.
With many shorebird species in decline, American Bird Conservancy (ABC) has the following tips for mindful beachgoers.
Read more: Tips to safely share the beach with nesting shorebirds
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Published: Thursday, 27 March 2025 14:06
The City of Palmhurst played an important role in bringing visitors to the Valley, playing an integral part in what it is today. It continues to invite visitors to enjoy its scenery, history, community, and favorable climate.
One of the biggest historical aspects of Palmhurst is the John Shary Mansion. Although the John Shary Mansion is not open for public tours, no visit to the Rio Grande Valley would be complete without driving by the Shary mansion, located three-and-a-half miles North Shary Road, just down the road from the City of Palmhurst offices. The former residence of John Shary, who is credited with founding the Texas Citrus Industry, the mansion sits in the middle of acres of citrus.
Read more: The City of Palmhurst welcomes you
Many people will spend the upcoming Memorial Day weekend taking a road trip, having their first picnic of the season or enjoying that first dip in the ocean or pool. Follow these American Red Cross tips to stay safe.
AUSTIN – As Memorial Day weekend approaches, Texas Game Wardens are gearing up for a busy summer on lakes, rivers and coastal waters to keep boaters safe.
