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Published: Tuesday, 11 November 2025 15:55
The Salvation Army invites the community to Give with Joy this Christmas season as its iconic Red Kettle Campaign returns to McAllen. More than just a holiday tradition, the red kettle is a symbol of hope, compassion, and generosity — supporting vital programs that serve thousands of individuals and families in need throughout the year.
While many people in our communities are silently battling hunger, homelessness, and hardship, we can find hope in the fact that giving is a source of joy for all. The Salvation Army’s recently released national campaign encourages people to Give with Joy and uplift families in need by helping provide shelter, food, bill assistance and more. Your generosity offers joyful reassurance that even during our most challenging times, we are not alone.
Read more: Give with joy, volunteer to ring a bell
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Published: Tuesday, 11 November 2025 10:36
It’s time to paint Edinburg green. In recognition of Texas Arbor Day, the City of Edinburg is encouraging the community to attend its tree adoption event on Saturday, November 15. The Texas Arbor Day Celebration kicks off at 8 a.m. at Promenade Park, located at 202 N. 10th Avenue.
Thanks to a grant in partnership with Region One, city staff will be distributing more than 100 free trees to residents while supplies last. In addition, city crews and volunteers will plant 10 new trees on-site, further enhancing the park’s natural beauty. The Texas A&M Forest Service will also join the celebration, offering even more trees and resources to help residents contribute to a more sustainable Edinburg.
Learn more about the importance of planting trees and help grow a greener city. For more information, please call (956) 388-1822.
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Published: Wednesday, 05 November 2025 15:40
Mission CISD’s Agriculture Program is kicking off a community-wide, green-thumb initiative: free manure giveaways on the last Thursday of every month from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., while supplies last.
The nutrient-rich manure is ideal for gardens, lawns, and flower beds. Community members are encouraged to bring their own containers, buckets, or trailers for easy pick-up.
Read more: Agriculture program turns barnyard waste into manure giveaway
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Published: Wednesday, 05 November 2025 09:51
The Rio Grande Valley, as do many areas across the country, go out of their way to pay tribute to Veterans on, or around, Veterans Day. Veterans Day honors all who have served in the United States Armed Forces acknowledging their sacrifice, courage, and dedication to the country.
While its origin lies in Armistice Day, which commemorated the end of World War I on November 11, 1918, recognizing the cessation of hostilities, was renamed Veterans Day in 1954. It is now a celebration of everyone who has worn the military uniform, regardless of whether they served in wartime or peacetime. While Memorial Day specifically honors those who have died in service, Veterans Day recognizes all who have served, with a particular emphasis on thanking living Veterans.
Read more: The Valley pays tribute to Veterans
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Published: Wednesday, 05 November 2025 08:49
The Donna Lions Club will host their 2nd Annual Gala Saturday, November 8, with dinner at 6 p.m. and a dance from 7 to 11 p.m. Music will be provided by Rewind.
It will be held at the Alamo Events Center, 811 Main St. There is a $50 donation for entry, BYOB.
For more information contact Frank Alvarez at (602) 710-6069 or Polly Morales at (956) 739-0362.
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Published: Tuesday, 04 November 2025 13:16
It’s a fact of life: Aging causes “wear and tear” on the body’s musculoskeletal system, including natural deterioration of the cartilage and ligaments, resulting in chronic joint pain, stiffness and reduced flexibility among the elderly population.
About 70% of adults over 50 report joint pain at least occasionally, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevent, with osteoarthritis the most frequent cause of joint pain in older adults, caused by weakening of joint cartilage.
“A specialized connective tissue that plays crucial roles in the musculoskeletal system, cartilage provides support and protection by cushioning and absorbing shocks in the joints while protecting them from wear and tear,” says Saadan Niazi, MD, a family medicine resident with the South Texas Health System (STHS) GME Consortium. “As you age, it’s common to experience the natural deterioration of cartilage, which can cause pain, stiffness and a grating sensation as bones rub together. Lifestyle factors like high-impact activities, genetics and maintaining a healthy weight can influence how quickly this wear occurs.”
Read more: STHS and Prominence Health host special seminar for senior adults
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Published: Tuesday, 04 November 2025 12:09
It’s senior slow pitch softball time again in the RGV. The RGV (previously Ed Marten’s) Senior Texan Softball League is back for its 31st year. The league is open to all local Texans as well as Winter Texan senior men and women aged 55 years and older. The youngest player last year was 57 and the most experienced player was 85. Last year over 110 seniors played in the league and this year they hope to top that.
Maybe you can’t run as fast as you could 20 or 30 years ago. Maybe you can’t throw and catch like you once did, but it really doesn’t matter. A few of the past new players have never even played softball before, but it didn’t matter. The league has two different divisions for the senior men and women players that are based on individual skill levels, and not on age. Maybe you don’t have a glove or bat anymore? No problem, the league has equipment they will loan you.
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Published: Monday, 03 November 2025 15:47
AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Historical Commission (THC) announces that veterans of the Armed Forces will be granted free entry to all state-operated historic sites on Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11.
Waiving entry fees for veterans provides the THC an opportunity to extend its appreciation for their service and sacrifice. The THC preserves and operates 42 state historic sites across Texas. To find out where they are located, go to https://thc.texas.gov/historic-sites.
Veterans receive reduced admission to the agency’s state historic sites year-round, and active-duty military members receive free admission year-round.
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Published: Monday, 03 November 2025 15:38
It’s that time again. As the Thanksgiving season approaches, many families and children are giving thanks for all their blessings and sharing those blessings with children in need by packing shoeboxes with Operation Christmas Child.
For more than three decades, these gift-filled showboxes have been delivered to millions of children around the world. Shoebox gifts prepared by generous donors and filled with fun toys, personal care items, and school supplies bring joy and hope to boys and girls who may have never received a gift of their own. These shoeboxes can be dropped off soon during National Collection Week, from November 17 through 24. More than 4,500 drop-off sites will soon be open.
Read more: Operation Christmas begins November 17
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Published: Monday, 03 November 2025 15:23
Each year, nearly two billion birds migrate through the Lone Star State. Many of the migratory species use the night sky as a tool to navigate through the state and back to their homes and breeding grounds.
However, nighttime light pollution has become a growing challenge for many birds, leading to high rates of building strikes and migratory bird deaths. Lights Out, Texas! is an initiative focused on reducing bird losses by enlisting the help of Texans.
Read more: Lights Out to protect migratory birds
Texas Master Naturalist program training registration for the 2026 new class session is open through December 15. Weekly classes are scheduled January 8 through March 26, 2026. Registration is open to Winter Texans and residents of Cameron, Hidalgo and Starr counties over the age of 18 to join the South Texas Border Chapter that meets in Pharr.
Lots of good programs are in store for November at Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park. With the time change, the park is bringing back “Our Night Sky,” and evening gazing program. Weather permitting, it is looking like it should be a good night for it. Going into their peak season, the park will also be bringing back regular bird walks, which are always a great time for everybody. There will also be programs such as Wild Wellness, Archery, and more. Lastly, the park is starting a monthly speaker series to go through their peak months as well.
The Upper Valley Art League (UVAL) proudly announces its 90th anniversary, marking nine decades of fostering artistic excellence and community engagement in the Rio Grande Valley. Established in 1935, the group has been a cornerstone of the regional arts scene, celebrating the creative achievements of its members and inspiring generations of artists.
Hello and welcome back to South Texas and the great Rio Grande Valley! We are excited that you have come back to visit us. And if it is your first time here – we want to wish you a great big welcome, too. You are going to love your time here.
By Warren Davis
