DECEMBER 20, 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com 16 WINTER TEXAN TIMES We Love Our Winter Texans! Thank you for making us your home away from home! • Nightly, 7 Day Plus Rates Available • Fully Equipped Kitchens • Free Wi-Fi • Outdoor Pool • Small Pet Welcome (with fee) • Guest Laundry Service Walking Distance to the La PlazaMall and several restaurants. For Reservations 956-378-4046 www.mcallen-studio6.com 700 Savannah Ave. McAllen, TX Lock In Your Rates For Next Winter Winter Texan 7 Day Plus Special! $327.67 Queen Bed • $375.97 2 Full Size Beds PLEASE MENTION AD FOR SPECIAL! SPECIAL! 7 Day Plus Delta Air Lines has started its ticket sales to provide three daily nonstop service from McAllen International Airport (MFE) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) beginning April 22, 2024. In Delta’s recent announcement, Joe Esposito, Delta’s S.V.P. – Network Planning, states, “This expansion not only creates an access point to diverse opportunities for business, leisure, and cultural exploration spanning Texas and beyond but also solidifies Delta’s commitment to being a key player in Austin’s evolving landscape. Austin is growing rapidly, and this 20% increase in capacity mirrors that growth as we look to provide our customers with unparalleled convenience in the region.” “We are thrilled to announce our new partnership with DeltaAir Lines and are excited to launch this essential service to Austin. This route will connect our McAllen community with business, educational opportunities, and family and friends. This new convenient non-stop service to the Texas’ capital was much needed, and we are proud to operate this air service in Spring of 2024,” said McAllen Mayor, Javier Villalobos. The new year-round route will operate three daily flights connecting McAllen with an essential destination for business and education. With the addition of this new route, McAllen International Airport will now serve seven vibrant nonstops. “McAllen residents have a natural connection to Austin for business, and education but also is a great leisure gateway for entertainment, culture, and arts. The City of McAllen celebrates this key nonstop at our McAllen International Airport, but most importantly we are excited to welcome Delta Air Lines to enhanced travel opportunities and bring more connectivity to the Rio Grande Valley.” said McAllen City Manager, Roel “Roy” Rodriguez, P.E. “McAllen International Airport will now connect travelers nonstop to another vibrant part of the great State of Texas, and in addition, another gateway to the rest of the world.” said McAllen International Airport Director, Jeremy Santoscoy, P.E. IMAS will be hosting a screening of the “Ancient Landscapes of South Texas: Hiding in Plain Sight” documentary on February 3, 2024, at 3 p.m. “Ancient Landscapes of South Texas: Hiding in Plain Sight” is developed by UTRGV’s CHAPS team Dr. Juan L. Gonzalez, Dr. Cristopher L. Miller, Dr. Russel K. Skowronek, and Ms. Roseann Bacha-Garza. The International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) located in the Rio Grande Valley inspires audiences of all ages to explore art and science through its permanent collections, exhibits, programs, and partnerships by empowering learners to discover their interests and pursue their passions. The IMAS is fully accredited by the American Alliance of Museums and is an Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution. The museum is located at the intersection of Bicentennial Way and Nolana Avenue at 1900 W. Nolana in McAllen. The hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays; 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays. Regular admission is $5 with discounted $3 for children ages 4-12, students with an ID and senior citizens 65+. Please check our website www.theimasonline.org or call (956) 681-2800 for more information. IMAS From pg. 5 Airport has nonstop service to Austin Darris and Judy Hable were honored on Tuesday, December 12 at the Welcome Winter Texan Celebration in Progreso, Mexico. The couple was presented with the Key to the City, the first time it has been done in several years. The couple was also named Ambassadors to the Winter Texans. In March, the couple was named King and Queen during the city’s Tourist Day where they have a big celebration to thank the Winter Texan visitors that visit.
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