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February 12 - Rina's Ramblings

Hello everyone! It’s been a little busy here at the office. We were gearing up for the big event that is today, and the season is really in full swing now – getting ready to taper off in a few weeks though.

We have the Valley Star Awards today, Winter Texan Fiesta is in March, and there are many other things in between and throughout the month of March too. It’s almost the time of year when you start making your travel plans back to your summer home and cities around the Valley hold functions thanking you for spending some time with us.

We truly are thankful for you here at the Winter Texan Times. You not only give us something to do, but you entertain us, you share your wisdom, and you share your vibrance for life. You also let us be a part of your lives for half the year, and we enjoy every minute of it…. Well, the business part of it isn’t all it’s cracked up to be sometimes, we’re more in it for the fun.

And it’s fun that you have been having around the Valley. I see Facebook posts of you at dances, jams, and other events throughout the Valley.

We have been able to share some of your fun stuff. This issue highlights a big line dance bash that was held in January. Now, that’s something I could get into. I would need a refresher on a few and I have seen there are so many more dances to learn that weren’t around when I was hanging out at the local honky tonk.

It’s fun seeing all the fun you are having. We love seeing photos and sharing your stories.

If you have anything you would like to share, send it to us at news@wintertexantimes.com.

Chimney Park residents’ quick actions save jammer

Bill Foster Coast Guard Coddington 01 webBy Carina A. Brunson

Chimney Park RV Resort had all their ducks in a row earlier this month when a jammer had a near death experience during the parks Rock n’ Roll jam. Thanks to the fast-acting attendees, activity director, and the Coast Guard, a man’s life was saved.

As James Kropenske put it, they were very fortunate that everything happened the way it did, there were people on hand to assist, and they had an AED in the building.

Read more: Chimney Park residents’ quick actions save jammer

Alamo RV parks celebrate Texas Independence Day

20250305 Alamo Independence Day HMoering DSC 0214 webBy Herb Moering

“Fiesta” was short and sweet as Winter Texans celebrated Alamo’s Texas Independence Day with a parade on a brightly lit sunshine-filled Saturday morning.

The Alamo Chamber of Commerce sponsored parade drew a large crowd of mostly residents from Winter Ranch and Trophy Gardens RV Parks in Alamo. The parade was to honor Alamo resident Irene Martinez, who has been a faithful parade spectator for many years, but not able to come this year. And the parade honors the memory of those Texans who declared independence from Mexico in 1836 and also commemorates the 13-day siege inspiring the message to “Remember the Alamo” in San Antonio, where 189 defenders died 189 years ago.

Read more: Alamo RV parks celebrate Texas Independence Day

Winter Texan Ambassadors deadline this Friday

20240301 Mission Winter Texan Fiesta WAB 0002 webIf you love coming down to the Rio Grande Valley each winter, you’re invited to become a Winter Texan Ambassador. The job is simple: share with your friends all the good times you have in the Valley each winter – away from the snow and ice. In a place where you can play golf almost any winter day. In a place where your MH & RV resort is a community of its own with lots of friends to share in a whole array of fun activities.

Read more: Winter Texan Ambassadors deadline this Friday

Edinburg Parks & Rec hosts cardboard regatta

edinburg boat regatta webLet your dreams set sail! Edinburg Parks and Recreation is hosting the 9th Annual Cardboard Regatta competition, which promises to be an exhilarating experience for participants and spectators alike. This unique event will take place on Friday, March 14 at 6 p.m. at the Edinburg Municipal Pool and aims to bring the community together for an evening filled with fun, teamwork, and friendly competition.

Read more: Edinburg Parks & Rec hosts cardboard regatta

City of Edinburg hosting 12th Annual FridaFest

FridaFest2025 11x17 webThe City of Edinburg proudly invites the community to the 12th annual FridaFest, an evening filled with art, music, and cultural celebration. Set to take place on Saturday, March 8, from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. in front of the Arts, Culture & Events Center (315 W. McIntyre St.), this beloved festival honors the spirit of Frida Kahlo while celebrating creativity, wellness, and the strength of womanhood.

Read more: City of Edinburg hosting 12th Annual FridaFest

IMAS unveils Destino Sur exhibit

IMAS CarlosLimas 10 webThe International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) announces Destino Sur, a solo photography exhibition by acclaimed artist Carlos Limas, on exhibit now, and running through June 22. This exhibition, supported by the Texas Commission on the Arts, the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) - Center for Latin American Arts, and South Texas College (STC), takes visitors on a visual exploration of Peru’s rich cultural and geographical landscapes.

Read more: IMAS unveils Destino Sur exhibit

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