DECEMBER 29, 2021 www.wintertexantimes.com 18 WINTER TEXAN TIMES NOWAVAILABLE ONLINE www.WinterTexanTimes.com 2021 Park Directory 2021 Rio Grande Valley Visitors Guide Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans FromMission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Published By: Park Directory RIO GRANDE VALLEY MOBILE HOME & RV 2021-2022 EDITION Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans FromMission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Published By: 2021-2022 Edition www.WinterTexanTimes.com When you follow us on Facebook AND Subscribe to our FREE e-Edition newsletter You will be eligible to win great prizes from our advertisers through our drawings held throughout the season 956.580.7800 1217 N CONWAY, MISSION Follow us on Facebook.com/ wintertexantimes IN PRINT, ONLINE ON ANY DEVICE YOU WILL WANT TO TAKE IT WITH YOU WHEREVERYOUGO BRING US ALONG, & THERE’S ALWAYS MORE TO SEE, MORE TO DO LANDMARK From pg. 16 RAMBLINGS From pg. 1 with festivities and choices of food and drink.” His son, Travis, visiting from Minnesota, loved the state-of-the-art beer taps. Jerry’s wife, Sue, called the place “a treasure.” Landa, who had given the Cherriers a tour of the Landmark earlier, is considering a Winter Texan Day, probably with a late afternoon start time Corn hole competition takes place outside twice a month. A lot of people come to see the teams compete, which are created through a blind-drawing. Landa said he is very passionate about the property, which can be seen in the lighting and sound system with its 16 speakers both outside and inside. He also has 16 high-definition security cameras and off-duty police officers for added security. Even the spacious restrooms include a few special features. Most of the renovations were the work of his employees along with the creation of the outdoor furniture. His interest in the historical is going to play out with a wall of Alamo history in the building. He has been collecting old photos of Alamo business places, people and events that he plans to mount on a couple walls for customers to view. It is intended to honor many who made Alamo what it is today. It’s also a reminder to him of things he saw and did growing up. It is obvious the businessman is proud of his latest accomplishment, which he credits the city of Alamo of having been of important help along the way. And this three-quarter million food truck court investment is one of the ways of giving back which old and young alike can enjoy, he indicated, hopefully jettisoning their smart phone technology for a while. The Landmark on Tower is open Tuesday through Sunday, with hours of 6 to 10 p.m. weekdays, and 6 to 11 p.m. on weekends. eating New Year’s food, praying, toasting, making noise, giving a gift, the countdown to a midnight kiss, singing “Auld Lang Syne,” and sending thank you notes. One that we have added to our traditions is eating black eyed peas. We have made a couple of different recipes over the years, and plan on trying a new one this year that incorporates bacon and some other things that are included in the New Year’s food category. And you can’t forget the cornbread. I will admit we don’t do this every year…. My husband and I are the only ones that usually eat the dish in our household. But I remember growing up with the tradition and having it at home or at my grandparents’ farm. What are your traditions that you do every year? Are there ones that you hope that your kids/family continue to teach their own kids? ******** Out on the road today we have seen more Winter Texan vehicles on the road. Coming down 281 on Monday morning we saw no fewer than a dozen vehicles with northern license plates. It is great seeing everyone return and we hope you have a great season down here. We look forward to getting out and meeting you soon. We have a lot of events in the coming year that we will be able to see you – including expos, entertainers’ showcase, and of course, the Valley Star Awards. The best of the season is just around the corner. ******** Share your celebrations with us. We want to see what you have done this season and how you are starting off the new year. Share your photos and stories with us and we will see what we can fit in. We love hearing from you and sharing your news with our readers. Send items – information and photos – to news@wintertexantimes. com.
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