NOVEMBER 5, 2025 www.wintertexantimes.com 4 WINTER TEXAN TIMES Call or Email ads@wintertexantimes.com BRING US ALONG, & THERE’S ALWAYS MORE TO SEE, MORE TO DO Thanks for coming to Texas! Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Vol. 38, No. 24 © 2025 www.wintertexantimes.com Wednesday, March 26, 2025 INDEX Events Calendar p 4 Reunions p 6 Parks Calendar p 8 WintertainersTM p 8 On The Road p 12 Taste of the Valley p 17 Coupon Index p 20 Classifieds p 21 Business Guide p 21 Rina’s Ramblings See RAMBLINGS pg. 17 This season is ending, and I hate to see it go. We always enjoy your time with us, and our time with you, and we sure are going to miss it while you are gone. We know you are coming to the Valley for the community, the weather, lower prices, and more. We also know you are coming because of the culture and the warm welcomes you receive. But it is also your warmness that makes us love seeing you each year. Speaking of that warmness, you do so much for the communities you live in – whether it is for See THANK YOU pg. 18 Thank you for coming, safe travels, see you next season 2025 Winter Texan Fiesta. Photo by William Brunson By Herb Moering Hundreds of Winter Texans turned out Friday under picture perfect weather for the 49th annual Tourist Day in Nuevo Progreso. The event to say “thanks” to all those who come to shop, eat, purchase medicines and have dental work done in Progreso began with a brief welcome in the Bridge Authority Building from Samuel Robert Sparks Jr., the private bridge co-owner, to various area government officials and spouses and special friends. See PROGRESO pg. 20 Tourists enjoy refreshments and entertainment in Progreso Members of both delegations and honored guests took a moment out to exchange greetings and have some photos taken to commemorate the 49th Annual Tourist Day 2025. Photo by Herb Moering This season has, once again, been a blast. We have a lot of fun when we are out and about with you, sharing your news, and hearing your stories. I had the opportunity to hear many stories this year. What you see in the paper is sometimes just a bit of what is shared. I keep learning how eager you are to help others, to be there for your friends, and to teach others how to do the same. It’s amazing to see the strength you have and watch you use your experiences to help the community you live in through service, teaching, and more. We always enjoy sharing the stories of community service you do for your park, and for organizations, schools, and churches in your community. We get to see how thankful and how full of gratitude everyone is for your service – whether it be through volunteer work, making something, donating food, or any of the other multitude of ways you find to fulfill the need. We, and so many IN PRINT, ONLINE ON ANY DEVICE YOU WILL WANT TO TAKE IT WITH YOU WHEREVER YOU GO 956.580.7800 1217 N CONWAY, MISSION Follow us on Facebook.com/ wintertexantimes www.WinterTexanTimes.com FOR ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES time. 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. Community events are held throughout the Valley and here we will tell you about a few of the ones you might want to attend. McAllen VA will hold a Veterans Day celebration and benefits fair on Thursday, November 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Veterans are invited to enjoy hot dogs, connect with VA staff, and explore the services available at the McAllen VA Clinic. They are located at 901 E. Hackberry Ave. The City of Edinburg’s Veterans Day Parade will be held on Saturday, November 8 at 9:30 a.m. The event will showcase a remarkable assembly of patriotic floats beginning at Richard R. Flores Stadium. These creatively crafted floats will follow a designated route ending at Kuhn Street. The event is entirely free and open to the public, providing an opportunity for everyone to come and celebrate. Attendees are encouraged to join the Veterans Day Parade to celebrate the heroism and dedication of those who have served the country. The City of Mission will host their Veterans Day Parade at 10 a.m. It will be held in downtown Mission along Business 83, from Conway to Bryan Rd. If you want to participate in the parade contact Amy Tijerina at (956) 585-9724. The city will also host a Veterans Day Barbecue on Tuesday, November 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Mission Event Center. Veterans are invited to enjoy a free meal and dine in or pick it up to go. Lunch is available while supplies last. The South Texas Health System Behavioral is hosting a “Salute to Veterans” Concert and Community Fair on Saturday, November 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. The event will take place in their main parking lot on 2102 W. Trenton Rd. in Edinburg. The event will honor the sacrifices of all who’ve served in the military while continuing to raise important awareness about the enduring mental health struggles within the Veteran community. The event will feature free food, live music, games and will highlight Veteran services and resources available throughout the Valley. All Veterans and their families are welcome to attend. If you wish to honor a Veterans or Veteran Family for this Veterans Day, there will be a flag placement ceremony held at the Rio Grande Valley Veterans Cemetery, On Tuesday, November 11, at 9 a.m. Flags will be available at the cemetery. It is located at 2520 S. Inspiration Rd. in Mission. McAllen Veterans War Memorial of Texas will host their Veterans Day event at 11 a.m. on November 11, honoring Veterans and is open to the entire community. It will feature speakers and community involvement recognizing the service and sacrifice of all who served in the armed forces. The memorial is located next to the McAllen Convention Center. The Marine Military Academy in Harlingen will hold a Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, November 11 at 4 p.m. It will be held at the academy and the Iwo Jima Monument Parade Grounds at 320 Iwo Jima Blvd. Following the parade, the academy often hosts a flag retirement ceremony at the Iwo Jima Monument. While these are not all of the Veterans events held in the Valley this coming weekend and Veterans Day, these are the few most noteworthy. Also be sure to check you favorite local restaurant for possible free meals and treats. VETERANS From pg. 1
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