NOVEMBER 6, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 16 WINTER TEXAN TIMES RAMBLINGS From pg. 1 up to support the Penitas Food Pantry – look for that information in the next issue. We like telling the Valley Winter Texans, and the rest of our readers, about these events. The more the word gets out the better – for you and those you are supporting. So please share the information with us so we can spread the word. We know how much you enjoy helping others, and we love helping you tell others what you are doing for your community. Next week is Veterans Day. We have a few places that are still having events to honor Veterans in their communities. If your park is holding an event – please send a photo or two so we can show our readers what you did. We like hearing the stories of our Veterans that live in the parks, that visit the Rio Grande Valley and recognizing those that have served. Again, this paper is about you and for you, so please share with us what you want to read, what you want to know more about, and what kind of fun things you are doing. If your sewing group, reading club, pool group, etc. is holding an event, doing something in your community, holding a tournament, let us know. We would love to hear about it. You can send photos and story ideas to news@wintertexantimes. com. We want to hear from you and share your news. “That tour, I was proud of that one. I was proud… to be that close to the belly of the beast and be respected by the locals… As hard as it was, looking back, that’s the one I’m most proud of.” His third and final tour revealed an entirely different side of the military. Vinson saw beautiful cities and ate at five-star restaurants while driving for military “VIPs.” Vinson said that he experienced Post Traumatic Stress and depression after leaving the service. When he became a CNA some of that darkness lifted, and he found purpose and strength in helping others. When he began his current position as the Admissions Director at the William R. Courtney Texas State Veterans Home in Temple, Texas, Vinson knew he was settling in the right place. “I knew these are my people… I love it. The company’s great. Touchstone is great… the building is just fantastic. The people are fantastic, so it’s an overall great experience.” Voices of Veterans Veterans can email VoicesofVeterans@glo.texas.gov to tell their stories. Please note that the Veteran must be a resident of Texas at the time of their interview. Voices of Veterans is a state agency’s first Veteran oral history program. It records the stories of Texas Veterans through their time in service and after returning home from combat. The VLB records interviews with Veterans over the phone or in person. Their interviews are then permanently archived in the Office of Veterans Records at the GLO, where they join the historical documents of other Texas heroes such as Sam Houston, Davy Crockett, Jim Bowie, and William Barret Travis. Veterans’ interviews are also available to researchers, historians, genealogists, and the public. These precious records inspire future generations and remind us of our Veterans’ sacrifices. To listen to the over 500 archived stories of Veterans documented through the GLO’s Voices of Veterans oral history program, https://voicesofveterans.org/. VOICES From pg. 7 Wednesday, November 13 Wednesday Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:309am. Big Breakfast - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7:30-9am, $8pp. Happy Hour - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 3-5pm, The Juice!, pass the hat. Ballroom. Dance - Social Hour - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco 3-4:30pm, Ron Moshier, pass the hat. Entertainer of the Year winner. Join for an afternoon of dancing and meeting old and new friends. Kitchen open with popcorn, drinks, and free ice. Open to the public. Host: Kay & Bob Rodrigue, 651206-5986. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd. Karaoke - McAllen Mission RV Resort, Mission, 3-6pm, Hall-2. Music: country, old time rock. Chef Joann meals served $. Snacks, ice cream, and drinks available. BYOD. Come and sing, visit, or relax. 956-585-7630. 3366 N. Bentsen Palm Dr. Public Meal - Social Time Dinner - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco 4:30-6pm, Large loaded beef enchiladas, tomatoes, olives, cheese, coleslaw, refried beans, pie, tea and coffee, $10pp. Bring table service. All ticket sales final. Main Hall. Open to the public. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd. Meals - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 5:30-7:15pm, Hot dogs, burgers, polish sausages, concessions. 101 E. Sioux Rd. 956-7876461. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May & Southern Knights, $8pp. BYOB. 101 E. Sioux Rd. 956-787-6461. Thursday, November 14 Line Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 10am. Thursday Lunch Burgers - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11:30am-1pm. Happy Hour Dance - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 3-5pm, Edith & Diego, pass the hat. BYOB. Pop and water available for sale, free ice. 802 S. International Blvd. Church Services - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd. Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7pm. Friday, November 15 Yahoo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1pm. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, EL&R, $8pp. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Burnin’ Ember, $10pp. 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83/ Hook Ave. Dance - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Steven May and the Southern Knights, $9pp. The best of country music with a touch of rock n’ roll. Kitchen open with drinks, popcorn, and free ice. Main Hall. Open to the public. Host: Social Board. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Texas Storm, $8pp. 501 W Owassa Rd. Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp at the door. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, The Night Howlers, $10pp. Tickets at the door $2 more. PARKS From pg. 9 Parks Calendar submissions can be sent to parkscal@wintertexantimes.com If you have story ideas send them to news@wintertexantimes.com Reunions and meetings can be sent to reunions@wintertexantimes.com Classified inquiries and ads can be sent to classifieds@wintertexantimes.com or visit our website at wintertexantimes.com.
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