MARCH 18, 2026 www.wintertexantimes.com 2 WINTER TEXAN TIMES Physicians are independent practitioners who, with limited exceptions, are not employees or agents of South Texas Health System. The System shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians. For language assistance, disability accommodations and the nondiscrimination notice, visit our website. 252907866-2993628 7/25 Learn more at southtexashealthsystem.com/er WE’RE EVERYWHERE You NeedUs WITH SEVEN FREESTANDING EMERGENCY DEPARTMENTS AT CONVENIENT LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE RIO GRANDE VALLEY, SOUTH TEXAS HEALTH SYSTEM® IS BRINGING QUALITY CARE CLOSER TO HOME. Our freestanding emergency departments are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Each location is staffed with medical personnel and equipped with diagnostic technology similar to what you would find in our facility emergency rooms, making them capable of providing care typically beyond the scope of most urgent care centers or night clinics. Six of our seven locations have received Chest Pain Management certification and Acute Stroke Ready Hospital certification from The Joint Commission. Our freestanding emergency departments also offer a wide range of health checks and screenings – with limited wait times. Diagnostic, imaging and lab appointments are available on a same-day, walk-in basis. Discounted rates are available for cash payments. WE WANT TO BUY YOUR TRUCK•CAR•SUV•VAN RV TRAVEL TRAILER•5TH WHEEL•MOTOR HOME•BUS CARGO OR FLATBED TRAILER•ATV•MOTORCYCLE•BOAT MINI-MOTOR HOME•CAMPER VAN•TOY HAULER •GOLF CART Call Mark Anytime At 956-357-1048 600 W EXPY 83 LA FERIA, TX Call Today For Your Free Estimate WE WANT TO BUY YOUR Winter Texan Fiesta draws a crowd Winter Texans, and converted Texans, packed the Leo Pena Placita Park on Friday, March 6 for Mission’s annual Winter Texan Fiesta. The event drew quite a crowd this year, leaving barely any space for sitting in the Placita. Many gathered around the walls to watch the entertainment. I am sure it was partly due to the great weather – although it was a bit windy, and a little warm. The lines were long for a time as attendees waited for their free shirts and free lunch. All the booths at the event were busy. There were several food, drink and treat vendors, along with several businesses. Representatives from McAllen Wind Ensemble were present and said it was a delight to hear from the Winter Texans how much many of them have enjoyed their shows this year, and how few haven’t been to a show yet. See FIESTA pg. 21 Several Winter Texans enjoyed some line dancing while Bruce Boudreau entertained the crowd gathered at the Winter Texan Fiesta. (Photo by Carina A. Brunson)
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