Golf ballot Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans FromMission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Vol. 37, No. 21 © 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com Wednesday, March 6, 2024 pg. 14 INDEX Events Calendar p 4 Reunions p 6 Parks Calendar p 8 WintertainersTM p 8 Jammin’ in the RGV p 14 On the Road with Jo p 16 Taste of the Valley p 17 Classifieds p 20 Business Guide p 21 This past week was a fun one – a little cooler than usual, but a fun one. There was a great turn out at the Mission Winter Texan Fiesta. The day started with a light misty rain and a cool breeze, and although we were expecting the sun at some point, I don’t think it showed itself until the event was practically over. So, quite a few Winter Texans decided not to venture out until a little later in the afternoon instead of showing up at the beginning, which was fine, we still had the chance to talk to a lot of you. We even met the couple that is in our Winter Texan Ambassador ad. It’s a picture from several years ago, but it’s one that we like and have been using for the ad for several years. They said you could tell the time frame of the photo because no one is using cell phones to take photos – everyone has a little point and shoot camera instead. Most Winter Texans you see taking photos at events now have a cell phone, or something nicer than a point and shoot. It is always fun hanging out with RGV Livestock Show & Rodeo celebrates 85 years Mid-Valley Golf Courses go from potential to greatness Courtesy photo The Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show & Rodeo is the Valley’s largest single event bringing in over 400,000 visitors to the Mercedes community annually. From 1939 to 2024, 85 years of historical amazing history has been made right here in the Rio Grande Valley. The event hosts over 7,000 exhibitor entries by 4H and FFA members from across the Rio Grande Valley and from across the state. See RGVLS pg. 24 See RAMBLINGS pg. 20 Rina’s Ramblings Tony Butler Golf Course. Spring is just around the corner, and for us, that means golf – even if you can play it nearly year-round in the Valley climate. Each spring we ask our readers to vote for their favorite golf courses. The Valley has many courses to choose from, and Winter Texans seem to try to catch them all while visiting the Valley. This is the third part in our series. This is your last week to vote for your favorites. Be sure to go online to www. wintertexantimes.com to vote for your favorite course in each area. If you have any special words to say about a See GOLF pg. 12
MARCH 6, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 2 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 1217 N. Conway, Mission, Texas 78572 (956) 580-7800 www.wintertexantimes.com © Copyright 2023-2024 by Nexus Publishing LLC, all rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without express written permission of the publisher. The Winter Texan Times is not responsible for errors or omissions in advertising. In the event of an error in an ad or omission of an ad, the newspaper’s financial liability is limited to the cost of the ad in questions. The newspaper is not responsible for any other damages, tangible or intangible. Typically a make-good ad or re-rescheduled ad is considered to sufficiently meet the newspaper’s responsibility. Dan Brunson Publisher dan@wintertexantimes.com Carina Brunson Editor carina@wintertexantimes.com Anastasia Brunson Office Manager anastasia@wintertexantimes.com Published by Nexus Publishing LLC Parks Calendar: Items must be open to the public activities in the parks only and must be submitted by park owners, managers, or activity directors. We do not accept listings for reviews, workshops, lessons, or dance classes. Please include all pertinent information, a contact person, and contact phone number. Submission deadline is Thursday 5 p.m., the week prior to the publication date. Send to Winter Texan Times, 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission, Texas 78572 or email to parkscal@wintertexantimes.com. News: We are always looking for news about events, organizations, exhibits, fundraising, and more, from parks, chambers, cities, museums, and other venues. You are welcome submit your news items, photos of recent park activities, or news story ideas about your park or park residents. Please include all pertinent information, a contact person, and contact phone number. Submission deadline is Thursday 5 p.m., the week prior to the publication date. Send to Winter Texan Times, 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission, Texas 78572 or email to news@wintertexantimes.com. Events Calendar: Items must be open to the public. Please include all pertinent information, a contact person, and contact phone number. Submission deadline is Thursday 5 p.m., the week prior to the publication date. Send to Winter Texan Times, 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission, Texas 78572 or email to news@wintertexantimes.com. Reunions: We feature reunions and meetings that are happening throughout the Valley. We hope that if you are having such a meeting, you will send the information to us so we can help you spread the word. Please include all pertinent information, a contact person, and contact phone number. Submission deadline is Thursday 5 p.m., the week prior to the publication date. Send to Winter Texan Times, 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission, Texas 78572 or email to reunions@wintertexantimes.com. www.wintertexantimes.com By Maple Frye Bonham’s Bears is an all-volunteer group based at Green Bay South. We make teddy bears and donate them to first responders and children support organizations. On February 15, we gave away 375 teddy bears to eight organizations. Mama Bear is Rachel Carter. We asked the organizations about their work and how our teddy bears helped. Here are their comments. Harlingen Fire Department. At accidents and fires, children are distraught. Every fire truck has teddy bears. We give them to children to comfort them and distract them while we assess the children’s injuries. Harlingen Police Department. Much of what the Harlingen Fire Department said applies to our work as well. We deal with children in school settings as well as in patrol settings. La Feria Fire and Police Department. The departments were unable to attend the official giveaway, but they did receive an allotment of teddy bears. 484th District Juvenile Court, Honorable Judge Adela Kowalski-Garza. Texas can prosecute children as young as 10 years old and the system is harsh. Children are arrested as “domestic terrorists” when they make threats to avoid going to school. Children are arrested for self-medicating with drugs because they are neglected and ill. Children are undressed and photographed to prove bruises were incurred before and not during detention. Children may appear before me in chains and shackles, said the judge. But Texas’ philosophy is that we want the children to know we can help them. I have a comfort dog named “Peanut,” whose wagging tail and presence brings smiles. We have a psychologist who offers guitar lessons and music therapy. Released detainees and their families are shown into a room that my court bailiff, Juan Ramirez, and I put together. We give them gifts of children and adult books in English and Spanish and we give them teddy bears. Loaves and Fishes, Ruben Garza, head of the Raymondville branch. I’d like to thank all of the agencies, police departments, and the Honorable Judge Adela Kowalshi-Garza for her dedication and commitment to the children. We’ve worked with all of these agencies over the years, and we appreciate their dedication to the children and families during these trying times. Through our Family Emergency Assistance program, we have helped many families get through difficult times. We appreciate the Bonham Bears’ effort and dedication to this mission. We see how excited and happy your teddy bears make the children feel See BEARS pg. 20 Bonham’s Bears Annual Teddy Bear Giveaway Rachel Carter and Ronald McDonald House Charities South Texas Miriam Gelman. Courtesy photo
3 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com MARCH 6, 2024 MOBILE HOME INSURANCE HIDALGO COUNTY We Also Insure PARK MODELS • TRAVEL TRAILERS MOTORHOMES • GOLF CARTS • “CASITAS” 5TH WHEELS • AUTOS • MOTORCYCLES Galvan Insurance Agency, Inc. 1101 East Business 83 Donna, TX 1 1/2 milesWest of Don-Wes Flea Market www.galvaninsuranceagency.com *Premium subject to carrier underwriting. Rate subject to change. *$284.00per year. Conditions Apply. As Low as Plan Covers: Fire, Lightning, Explosion, Smoke, Wind (Hurricane, Tornadoes), Hail, Riot & Civil Commotion, Land & Air Vehicles... Also Includes $100,000 Liability Coverage. Flood Coverage Available Call or Come See Us 956-464-2886 Pleasant Valley Ranch holds pool tournament A pool tournament was held February 12 at Pleasant Valley Ranch. Left to right are Matthew Moe and Roy Thompson, third place; Yvon Carpentier and Claude Lemay, first place; and Robert Seals and Paul Terbening, second place. Another tournament will be held at Pleasant Valley Resort March 11 at 9 a.m. It will be an 8 ball in hand tournament with a 32-player maximum, double elimination. $25 fee for each player. If 32 players are reached, the purse will be $700 divided to the six first players with $300 to the winner. If you want to participate, please call Claude Lemay at 613-699-4185. M i s s i o n B e l l / T r a d e Winds RV & MH Resort will be hosting a car show this weekend, Saturday, March 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come and see great cars, eat some good food, and listen to live music by Rusty Rierson. Admission is two canned food times to be donated to a local food pantry. Car registration is being held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Entry fee is $15 per vehicle. If you have any questions, call Doug at (419) 266-6347. Awards will be given in several categories starting at 1:45 p.m. Categories are Best in Show, Best MoPar, Best Turck, Best Foreign, Best GM, Best Ford, and Best Motorcycle. Mission Bell is located at 1711 E. Business Hwy. 83 in Mission. Mission Bell/Trade Winds host car show Saturday March 9 • 10 am–2 pm Fun for the whole family with great cars, bikes, food and live music by Rusty Rierson. Admission – 2 Current Can Goods Registration fee – $15.00 per Entry Registration from 10 am–12 pm Questions call Doug at 419-266-6347 Awards for the following categories at 1:45 pm: • Best in Show • Best MoPar • Best Truck • Best Foreign • Best GM • Best Ford • Best Motorcycle Car Show Mission Bell/Trade Winds RV & MH Resort 1711 E. Business Hwy. 83
MARCH 6, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 4 WINTER TEXAN TIMES (956)566-1157 EVENTS CALENDAR March 7 – City of Alamo will hold a Winter Texan Appreciation luncheon in downtown Central Park at 10 a.m. March 8-10 – The Tower Theater, 120 S. Kansas Ave., is thrilled to unveil its latest production: the electrifying murder mystery comedy, “The Bold, The Young and The Murdered.” Tickets for this extraordinary event are available for purchase at www.weslacotower. org. General admission is $15, and reserved seats are $20. Showtimes are 7 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Matinee performances are at 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. March 8 – The Tip-O-Tex Trail Riders will stop at Lakewood RV Resort (after 10 a.m.), 4525 Graham Rd., Harlingen, as part of their trail to Mercedes and will be joining the park to a Soup Fundraiser and Bake Sale that is open to the public at 11 a.m. For more information, contact Tabitha at (956) 423-1170. March 8 – The 16th annual Canada vs USA senior men and women slow-pitch softball games will be held at Westside Park in McAllen, 1000 S. Ware Rd. Local. Winter Texan seniors 55 years and older will be playing for bragging rights as well as having their respective country engraved on the Can-Am trophy provided by the McAllen Parks and Recreation Department. Admission is free. Parking is free. All refreshments are only $1. Gates open at 9 a.m. The games begin at 9:30 a.m. after renditions of both country’s national anthems. Mark your calendars for Friday March 8. Come out and cheer these seniors on. For more information on this event or if you might be interested in playing in the senior leagues next fall call Fred Esqueda (956) 897-6961 or Mike Brower (734) 834-0128. March 8 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Firebuilding 102 class at 5:30 p.m. Reservations are required for the event. Call (956) 584-9156. Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission. March 9 – The Brownsville Farmers Market will be held at 9 a.m. at Linear Park, E. 6th St. and E. Ringgold St. The event is held every Saturday. March 9 – Firemen’s Park in McAllen will host the Growing Growers Farmers Market at 9 a.m. The park is located at 201 N. 1st St. The event is held every Saturday. March 9 – The McAllen Farmers Market will be held at the McAllen Public Library from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is held every Saturday. The library is located at 4001 N. 23rd St. For more information visit mcallenfarmersmarket.com. March 9 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Useful and Edible Plants class at 10:30 a.m. Call (956) 584-9156. Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission. March 9 – The UTRGV Ballet Folklorico will be performing at 7:30 p.m. at the TSC Performing Arts Center in Brownsville. Concert tickets for the public are $15 for adults, $10 for senior citizens and UTRGV students, and $5 for children. Tickets can be purchased at UTRGV Arts Showpass or at the website utrgv.edu/arts. For more information, contact the dance office at (956) 665-2230. You can also visit their website at www.utrgv.edu/ dance/dance-companies/ballet-folklorico/index.htm. March 9 – The Pharr Community Theater will present music with Gilberto Castro and Eliseo Ortega – a mix of jazz, blues, hip hop, and soft rock. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online for $10, www.pharrcommunitytheater. com, or $12 at the door if available. Only 55 seats available for each show. Open seating starts 30 minutes before curtain. The theater is located at 213 W. Park Ave. March 10 – Buena Vida 77 Farmer’s Market will be held at Bannworth Park Pavilion in Mission from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Bannworth Park is located at 1822 N. Shary Rd. March 9 – The Pharr Community
5 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com MARCH 6, 2024 IT’S RODEO TIME MARCH 7-17 $10 General Admission Ranch Rodeo March 9 & 10 TIE DOWN BULLRIDING BREAKAWAY TEAM ROPING BARREL RACING STEER WRESTLING SADDLE BRONC RIDING Scan here to purchase tickets! Theater will present music with Gilberto Castro and Eliseo Ortega – a mix of jazz, blues, hip hop, and soft rock. The show starts at 3 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online for $10, www.pharrcommunitytheater.com, or $12 at the door if available. Only 55 seats available for each show. Open seating starts 30 minutes before curtain. The theater is located at 213 W. Park Ave. March 10 – The Men and Women of A-Chord will perform at 6 p.m. at Alamo Palms, 1341 W. Bus. Hwy. 83 in Alamo. Tickets are $8. Call (618) 973-3595 for more information. March 11 – A presentation of American History about the Orphan Train Riders will be held at 1:15 p.m. at Fiesta Village, 205 S. Stewart Rd in Mission. Tickets are $5. Presenter is Dorothy A. Lund Nelson. March 12 – MOSTH will host their Farm Life in South Texas with activities and demonstrations. On this day visitors will experience Magic Valley history through hands-on activities in the Courtyard Gallery, gallery, and a video highlighting the history and culture of packing sheds in south Texas from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Museum is located at 200 North Closner Blvd. For more information, call (956) 383-6911. March 12 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Plant a Seed, Take a Seed class at 1:30 p.m. Call (956) 584-9156. Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission. March 13 – MOSTH will host their Farm Life in South Texas with activities and demonstrations. On this day visitors will visit the Hub of Prosperity Farm, beginning at 9 a.m., located behind Edinburg First United Methodist Church, 3707 W. University Dr. Participants will learn about the variety of crops that have historically grown in South Texas, water conservation, and when to harvest. For more information, call (956) 383-6911. March 13 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Bentsen NatureWalk at 10:30 a.m. Call (956) 584-9156. Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.
MARCH 6, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 6 WINTER TEXAN TIMES • 12 Colors Vinyl Siding • Complete Building Supplies • Patio Covers & Carports • Window Awning Parts • Exterior Vinyl Shutters • Phifer Solar Sun Screens • Custom Aluminum Fabrication • MH & RV Accessories The SIDING SOURCE “Lets Build a Deck”....Composite Decking/Vinyl Deck Railing DUTCH LAP VINYL SIDING (12 COLORS IN STOCK) MOBILE HOME SKIRTING (6 COLORS IN STOCK) CLASSIC RIB METAL ROOFING THE SIDING SOURCE 705 BUS. 83 • ALAMO, TX • (800)-567-3311 90 YEARS OF TRUSTED SERVICE Planning a Project? We Give Expert Advice on all Products and Projects Check us out at www.KautschTV.com FREE ESTIMATES VALLEYWIDE DELIVERY TRUE ROOFING AND CONSTRUCTION Over 20 Years Experience Serving Mobile Homes & Park Model Owners In Area Parks Valley-Wide • Vinyl Siding • Roofing – Metal or Composite • Patio Covers • Decks • Car Ports • Additions • CustomKitchens&Baths • Windows & Doors • Underbelly Insulation • Flooring • Window Awnings 956-884-1688 w w w . t r u e r o o f i n g . n e t FREE Roof Inspection Reunions are a great time to catch up with friends, old and new. Here we will feature reunions and meetings that are happening throughout the Valley. We hope that if you are having such a meeting, you will send the information to us so we can help you spread the word. Right now, there are several meetings already taking place. Red Hatters are getting together on at least a monthly basis. If you would like to share your information, please send it in. If you have a great photo from your reunion or meeting, we would love to see that too. You can send your information to news@wintertexantimes.com. RGVWoodcarvers The RGV Woodcarvers are meeting at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Blvd., in Pharr every Thursday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. from now through March. For more information, visit their website at www. rgvwoodcarvers.org. Model Rail Roading & Railroaders Model Rail Roading & Railroaders have started getting together. Anyone interested in joining the group can join them Monday through Friday at the Hidalgo Pumphouse. Call Red at (313) 532-8549 for more information. 3M Retirees and Friends Welcome 3M Retirees and Friends will meet on Wednesday, March 20 at 10:30 a.m. at Victoria Palms Restaurant in Donna. Call Louise at (612) 916-9236 for information. Submarine Veterans The Submarine Veterans will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 21, (every third Thursday of the month through March) at Junction Café, 115 Cage Blvd., in Pharr. For more information, call Larry at (715) 305-0401. Dale and Gayle have been entertaining in the RGV for 15 years. Winter Texans know them for playing music for 13 years at the different locations of Ace’s BBQ. They’re known for playing classic country music, whether for a show, a dance, or a happy hour. They also know them for Gayle’s alter-ego, Mrs. Crabapple, who always interrupts their shows and complains to park managers about all kinds of park matters. What most people don’t know, is that Dale has been a pastor for eight winters in two different parks they have lived in. Gayle has also been the song leader in the services. People don’t know that as they have traveled the nation, they have conducted multi-denominational church services in campgrounds for single services up to entire summers. Dale has been substituting for pastors in his home churches for 45 years when pastors have needed help with a service here and there. Gayle has always been active in her church playing piano and singing solo or in choirs. After talking with several people Dale and Gayle are ready for next year See DALE & GAYLE pg. 15 Dale, of Dale and Gayle. Courtesy photo
7 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com MARCH 6, 2024 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 “THE GAMBLER” “RICKMCEWEN” “TOGETHER AGAIN” “ONE NIGHT ONLY”$20 March 10th 7:00-9:00 Llano Grande Event Center 2215 EW Blvd.,Mercedes,TX 956-565-2638 Palm Gardens Ladies learn about the Border Patrol By Ruth Filz Monthly, ladies from Palm Gardens RV Park in Harlingen head out in the Valley looking for new places to enjoy lunch and then venture off to visit some of the wonderful attractions the Valley and the island have to offer. In February the group decided to stay in the park and invite the gentlemen to join them for a catered lunch. After lunch, Agent Rudy Rodriguez from the Harlingen Border Patrol Station met with the group to provide background on the Border Patrol, talk about what is happening in the Valley and answer attendees’ questions. The Harlingen Station was established in 1925, with four officers assigned. The Station was established in Harlingen due to its location in the heart of the farming area. Its area of responsibility encompasses 1,204 square miles and is responsible for 37 miles of river area and covers 34 counties. The Station is operated by the U.S. Border Patrol, a part of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency. It plays a critical role in securing the U.S.-Mexico border. Border Patrol Stations are responsible for tasks, such as apprehending individuals who attempt to cross the border illegally, preventing smuggling of contraband, and conducting search and rescue operations. Its jurisdiction encompasses various terrains, including urban areas, agricultural lands, and wilderness. This presents challenges and demands on the agents even with respect to the clothing they wear and how far they can travel in vehicles. They use a combination of manpower, technology, and infrastructure in their job. Agents utilize surveillance equipment, including cameras, drones, and sensors, to monitor remote areas and detect suspicious activities. The primary mission of the Harlingen Border Patrol Station is to secure the border against illegal crossing and smuggling of contraband, including drugs and human trafficking. Agents are tasked with detecting, deterring and apprehending individuals who attempt to enter the country unlawfully. In the past year, they have seen immigrants coming from over 140 countries. The agents have special phones that help them deal with the various languages they encounter. Through outreach programs, educational initiatives, and community events, agents work to create positive relationships and address concerns within the community. One of these programs is the Border Patrol Explorer Program. It is a youth development program centered on five areas – career opportunities, leadership experience, life skills, service learning and character education. The main purpose is to educate and involve Rio Grande Valley’s youth in police operations and to interest them in a future career in law enforcement. One of the events the Border Patrol agents do Courtesy photo See PALM GARDENS pg. 16
MARCH 6, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 8 WINTER TEXAN TIMES Come Try Our TEXAS Size Pork Tenderloin RIVERSIDE DREAMER River Tours OPEN 11-8 Tues-Sun ClosedMonday Covered Cushion Seating Enclosed Windows & Heating NoOutsideBeverages/FoodAllowed Call (956) 581-4477 ReserveNowForCurrentWeekOnly Additional Boatrides Added As Needed www.ontheriver.net • 214 E. Chimney Rd • Mission, TX Saturdays 1:00-5:00pm Jolly Huntsmen Polka Band Sundays 1:30-5:30pm Live Music in Event Center Mar. 17 & Mar. 31 Steven May & The Southern Knights Mar. 10 &Mar. 24 Vinyl Spin CashOnly, Price Incl. Tax 2 Hour River Tours (Up River Only) Tues • 10:30am Wed • 10:30am Seniors - $22 • Adults - $26 Seniors - $12 • Adults - $14 1 Hour River Tours (Down River) Tues 1:00pm Wed 1:00pm Thurs 1:00pm Fri 1:00pm Sat 1:00pm • • • • • (956) 581-1033 Riverside In-MissionTx ON THE RIVER outsideseating Beautiful Patio Private Tours Available Live Music EASTER SUNDAY 1105W. Fern Ave., McAllen, TX 78501 956-631-6121 Our Savior Lutheran Church Sunday Church Services Traditional Service - 9:30 am ContemporaryService - 11:00am Fellowship between services Please join us for refreshments Communion -1stand3rdSundays BibleStudy - 10:00amThursdays 1305 E. Jasmine Ave, McAllen AmericAn Legion Post 37 Monday Galley Open 10am-7pm Tuesday Galley Open 10am-7pm Meatloaf; mashed potatoes, brown gravy & corn • $9 Wednesday Galley Open 10am-8pm Taco Night; choice of beef, chicken, or fajita over chalupas, taco salad, panchos & more • price varies Thursday Galley Open 10am-7pm Homemade Lasagna; soup or salad, & Texas toast • $9 Friday Galley Open 10am-8pm Fried Shrimp (6) or Fish Plate; side salad, french fries & dinner roll • $9 Saturday Galley Open 10am-3pm March 6 Sweet Water 5-9pm March 8 Solitaire 7-11pm March 9 Howlers 7-11pm March 13 Midnight Rodeo 5-9pm DAILY ENTERTAINMENT DAILY SPECIALS EDITOR’S NOTE: Items for the Parks Calendar must be open to the public activities in the parks only and must be submitted by park owners, managers or activity directors. Listings must come from the park and are to be submitted on the Winter Texan Times Parks Calendar Submission Form. Request this form from the Winter Texan Times office. Multiple activities may be submitted on the park’s letterhead, provided the same information is provided in the format of the Submission Form. We do not accept listings for reviews, workshops, lessons or dance classes. Submission deadline is Thursday 5 p.m., the week prior to the publication date. Send to: Winter Texan Times, 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission, Texas 78572 or email to parkscal@wintertexantimes.com. Wednesday, March 6 Wednesday Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:30am. Plus Square Dance - Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, 10am-Noon, With call Joe Saltel, $5pp. Burger Fry and Jam - Chimney Park, Mission, 11:30am, 1/2 lb. burgers are $7pp, home style baked beans, starting at 11:30 a.m. Music Jam starts at 1 p.m. 4224 S. Conway Ave. Musical Jam - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30-2:30pm, Rec Hall, lunch available $. Musicians and listeners welcomed. Gate’s open. 1900 Grace Ave. Country/Variety Jam - Quiet Village II, Donna, 12:30-2:30pm, 215 S. Valley View Rd. Country Music Jam - Heritage Square, Mission, 1-3:30pm, Food served from 11:00 - 12:30 before the Jam. Participants and spectators are welcome. 300 S. Bryan Rd. Rock & Roll Jam - Wagon City North, Mission, 1-3pm, Open to everyone, contact 956-683-5888. 2905 N. Conway. Jam - Valley View Estates, Mission, 1-3pm, 2100 Vernon. Country Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 1-3pm, Veteran’s Hall. Open Acoustic Jam - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 1:30-3:30pm, Whether you love to play music, dance, or just listen, you’re invited to our Open Acoustic Jam every Wednesday afternoon. Everyone is welcome! Decorated Golf Cart Contest/Parade - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 2pm. Karaoke - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 3-6pm, Open to the public. No charge, dinner served for fee. Happy Hour - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 4-6pm, Live music rotating each week. Snacks for sale as well as our homemade pizza. Biscuit/Sausage Gravy & Pancake Supper - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 4:30-6pm, Serving all you care to eat: biscuits and sausage gravy, pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage patties, applesauce, and coffee. Bring your own table service. $7pp. 109 W. Bus. Hwy. 83 Dinner Show - Chimney Park, Mission, 6pm, $22pp. Entertainment by AH Illusions. Excellent dinner by retired professional Chef Mark. Lasagna, caesar salad, garlic bread, blended vegetables, dessert, coffee, tea, water. Served at your table. 956585-5061. 4224 S. Conway Ave. Spring Revival (Gospel Songs) - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6:30pm, Square dance with The Baldwins on rounds. Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement system available. Subject to change without notice. CALENDAR PARKS For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM
9 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com MARCH 6, 2024 ENTERTAINMENT • 7PM ROCK & ROLL JAM DANCES • 7-10PM SINGLES ARE WELCOME Mar 8 • Agency • $10/$12 at door Mar 15 • Rewind • $10/$12 at door Mar 22 • Cruisers • $12/$14 at door Every Other Thursday • 12:30pm Wednesday Breakfast • 7:30am Monday Night Meals • 4:30pm Thursday Lunches • 11am Mar 10 • Winter Texan Orchestra • Pass the hat MEALS 956-585-0703 1645 S Bentsen Palm Drive • Palmview Paula McSpadden Activity Director ALL EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC CRAFT SHOW March 9 • 8am-Noon Breakfast Available CAR SHOW March 16 • 10am-3pm STYLE SHOW Mar 23 • 7pm Tradewinds Hall CRAFT SHOW Mar 18 • 8am-12pm Activities: 956-585-4833 RV & MH RESORT MISSION BELL TRADE WINDS Mission Bell - 1711 E Business Hwy 83 ~ MISSION, TX ~ Tradewinds RV Resort - 1005 N Stewart Rd DANCES • MB REC HALL Thursdays • Texas Wheels 7pm-10pm • $8 Mar 16 • The Fabulous Cruisers 7pm-10pm • $12 Mar 21 • Steven May 7pm-10pm • $9 CAR SHOW Mar 9 • 9am JAMS Thursdays • Country 1pm-3pm Hosted by Rusty Rierson • MB Ballroom Fridays • Country 6pm-8pm Tradewinds Hall Mar 13 • Rock & Roll 4pm-6pm With the Esquiers • MB Ballroom CHURCH SERVICE • MB REC HALL Sundays • 9:30am With Pastor Bill Wade. All Welcome. 1048 N. Alamo Rd. • Alamo, TX 78516 • Office: 956-783-5008 CHURCH SERVICE Sundays • 9 am SQUARE DANCE WITH JOE SALTEL Fridays • 10 am - 12 pm • $5 Last Square Dance March 8 DANCES Saturdays • 7 - 10 pm Texas Wheels • $8 ENTERTAINMENT Wed. Mar. 6 • 7 - 10 pm Rewind • $10 Sun. Mar. 17 • 3 pm RGV Concert Band • $5 e s e r l e , . , t r , , . For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM Bible Conference - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, In Auditorium. With Speaker Larry Moyer of Evantell Ministries teaching. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May and the Southern Knights, $8pp. BYOB. Main Hall. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Dance - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Fabulous Cruisers, $15pp. Friendship Hall. Concessions $, park gate open. Tickets in advance and at the door. Info and tickets: Activity Office 956-4257448. 1900 Grace Ave. Entertainment - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Rewind, $10pp. Highly requested. Entertainment - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-9pm, Rick McEwen, $8pp. Enjoy a variety of music. Concessions available. Open to the public. 400 N Val Verde Rd. Entertainment - McAllen Mobile Park, 7pm, Sandra Harmon, $9pp. 4900 N. McColl Rd. Questions, contact 810-629-4263. Thursday, March 7 All Park Garage Sales - Fiesta Village, Mission, 8am-Noon. All You Can Eat Pancakes - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 9-11am, Pancakes, eggs, sausages, waffles and a hot cup of coffee. Bring your own table service. Hwy. 83 & Stewart Rd., 605 E. 7th St. Bluegrass Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 9am, Come enjoy some great music. 2240 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Country Jam - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 10am. Advanced Square Dance Workshop - Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, 10am-Noon, With caller Joe Saltel, $5pp. Thursday Lunches - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11am. Country & Gospel Jam - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 11:30am-3pm, Free admission. Jam starts at 12:30 p.m. Lunch available from 11:30 am to 12:30 p.m. Sandwiches, snacks, and beverages available for purchase. Jam Lunch - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 11:30am1pm, $10pp. Open from 11:30 a.m. until food runs out. Come early and bring your friends! Office: 956969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd. Rock N Roll Jam Session - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 12:30pm, 1645 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Country Jam - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 1-3pm, Open to all musicians. Office: 956-9693740. 2712 S. International Blvd. Country Jam - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 1-3pm, Hosted by Rusty Rierson in the Ballroom. Ladies Tea - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 2pm. Happy Hour - Fig Tree RV Resort, Harlingen, 3-4:30pm, Diego & Edith, pass the hat. BYOB, free ice. Entertainment - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 4-6pm, Dave Perryman and Texas Country Revue, $8pp at the door. Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4:30pm, $4pp, all you can eat, free seconds. Bring a dish with a cover. 6 flavors homemade soup. Bring your own bowls, table service, BYOB, snacks. Dessert for sale. Jam Session - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 6-9pm, Free. Jam - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-8pm, Public welcome. 2401 N. Abram Rd. Acoustic Music Jam - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 6-8pm. Root Beer & Orange Cream Floats - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 6pm, $2pp. Park Hall. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. Big Band/Country Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 6:30-8:30pm, Open to the public. Contact: Myra Almen, 254-449-4568. Bible Conference - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, In Auditorium. With Speaker Larry See PARKS pg. 10
MARCH 6, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 10 WINTER TEXAN TIMES BIT O HEAVEN RV & MOBILE HOME RESORT 1051W Bus Hwy 83 • Donna,TX 78537 SUSANTHOMAS, ACTIVITY DIRECTOR 603-396-2786 TUESDAYS • HAPPYHOUR • 3-5PM PASS THE HAT Mar 12 • Curt James Mar 19 • Regan James Mar 26 • Southern Harmony Soda, water, popcorn, and snacks for sale, free ice/cups, BYOB, 50/50 door prizes. FRIDAYS • DANCES • 7-10PM Mar 8 • Texas Wheels • $10 Mar 15 • St. Patrick’s Dance - The Rovers • $12 Mar 22 • Ron Moshier • $8 Mar 29 • The Cruisers • $12 Soda, water, popcorn, and snacks for sale, free ice/cups, 50/50 door prizes. THURSDAYS • SOUPSUPPER • 4:30PM $4 All You Can Eat, free seconds. Bring a dish with a cover. 6 flavors homemade soup. Bring your own bowls, table service, BYOB, snacks. Dessert for sale. Last Soup Supper is March 14 Line Dancing Bluegrass Jam Entertainment RC Cars Dave Perryman & Texas Country Revue • $8 Thurs. Mar. 7 • 4-6pm Fridays • 1:30 Tuesdays • 1:30 Mondays • 9:30am 1201 N. Main Street La Feria, TX 956-797-1851 Cynthia Cavazos - Activity Director Kenwood Rv Resort . Enjoy Life. Enjoy it here. For more information call: 956-580-7800 email: ads@wintertexantimes.com Make sure your events are like... THIS!! HOW? Advertise in the Valley’s #1 Winter Texan Paper Moyer of Evantell Ministries teaching. Entertainment - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 7-9pm, Mark Merchant “two voices in one”. You won’t want to miss this fun and entertaining show. $9pp. Gate open 6:30 - 7:15. Call 763-360-8770 if other entrance time needed. Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $8pp. Main Hall. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp. MB Ballroom. Concessions & BYOB. Friday, March 8 All Park Garage Sales - Fiesta Village, Mission, 8am-Noon. Garage Sale - Dixieland MH Park, Harlingen, 8am-Noon, In the Rec Hall. 1325 Dixieland Rd. Plus Square Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 10am-Noon, With caller Joe Saltel, $5pp. Soup for the Children Fundraiser & Bake Sale - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 11am-1pm, Donation - proceeds to benefit the Christmas for the Children Program 2024. Jam Session - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:302:30pm. Country Jam - Casa del Sol, Donna, 12:30pm, Lunch served from 11-12:30 for nominal fee. Desserts available at break. Come enjoy this popular jam or sign up to sing. All musicians welcome. 400 N Val Verde Rd. Rock and Roll Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 12:30-2:30pm, Snack Bar opens at 11:30 a.m. Lunch served 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Variety Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Everyone is invited. Bring your instrument and participate or just come to enjoy the music and fellowship. Music Jam - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Public is welcome to come and join in! Bring your instruments and your singing voices. Coffee, raspberry tea, and cookies will be available for donation. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. RC Cars - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 1:30pm. Fish Dinner - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 4:30-5:30pm, Fish with slaw, french fries, and tea or coffee. Karaoke - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 5-6:50pm, Tampico Hall. Country Jam - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm. Karaoke - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 6-9pm, Audience participation. Donation. Al Barnes Building. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Country Jam - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 6-8pm, Tradewinds Hall. Snacks available ($). Entertainment - 1015 RV Park, Weslaco, 6:30-8:30pm, Mark Merchant, $10pp. A man with two voices, he is a ventriloquist that has performed in many different venues including a cruise ship. Big Band & Country Jam - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-9pm, Musicians by invitation only! Contact Roger Steiger, 507273-3895. 200 N. Va Verde Rd. Bible Conference - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, In Auditorium. With Speaker Larry Moyer of Evantell Ministries teaching. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Retro Rockers, $10pp. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, Agency, $10pp. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Southern Vibes, $8pp. Dance - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Come sing and dance along to your favorite rock & country hits with CanAm. Our large dance floor is beckoning you! PARKS From pg. 9 For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM
11 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com MARCH 6, 2024 TRANSPORT • Sales & Installations • Vinyl Skirting & Tie Downs • Custom Steps made of Wood & Metal • Door & Windows • Plumbing & Electric • Used Mobile Homes Sales Financing Available petecotransport@gmail.com Ph: (956) 787-2847 or (956) 787-0413 We Buy Mobile Homes 2911 N Cesar Chavez Rd. San Juan, TX 78589 Family Owned & Operated Over 30 Years Supply &Hardware Mobile Home Special Orders Available Ask about our daily Manager Specials! PETECO, INC. 2911 N. Cesar Chavez Rd. San Juan, TX 78589 956-787-2847 petecotransport@gmail.com We Do Tie-Down Certification SAVE 10% OFF Your Entire Purchase When You Bring In This Ad *Conditions apply, see store for details. Offer expires March 31, 2024. Can you hear it? Setups available. BYOB. $8pp. Saturday Night Dance - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Kenaston Family Band, $8pp. Friendship Hall. Concessions $, park gate open. Tickets in advance and at the door. Info and tickets: Activity Office 956-425-7448. 1900 Grace Ave. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels - country, $10pp. Entertainment - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 7pm, Rick McEwen - The Gambler, $10pp. Join us for the gambler. Kitchen will be open. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd. Dance - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-10pm, Ron and Jan Easter, $8pp. A variety of music for listening and dancing. BYOB. Concessions available. Open to the public. 400 N Val Verde Rd. Entertainment - Winter Green Estates, Mission, 7-9pm, Darlene and Kenny, The Nelsons Show, $8pp at door. Dance - Quiet Village II, Donna, 7pm, Mary Chamberlin & Southern Express Band, $8pp. Dance - Wagon City North, Mission, 7-9pm, The Howlers, $10pp. Dance - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 7pm, Diego & Edith, $8pp. Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-10pm, Wally Garza & Texas Blood, $9pp. Saturday, March 9 Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 7-9am, Full breakfast, $7pp. 4224 S. Conway Ave. Craft Show - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 8am-Noon, Breakfast available. Patio Sale - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 8am-Noon, Park gate open. For additional info, contact Activities Office at 956-425-7448. Saturday Morning Breakfast - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 8-9:30am, Pancakes, egg bake, and biscuits with sausage gravy, coffee, $6pp. Park Wide Sale - Casa del Sol, Donna, 8am-Noon, Find the treasures you’ve been searching for. 400 N Val Verde Rd. Breakfast - Alamo Paradise Acres, 8-9:30am, Serving pancakes, eggs, French toast, omelets, biscuits and gravy, bacon, sausage, toast, OJ and coffee. 1513 West Crockett. Patio Sale - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 8am-Noon, Open to the public. Flea Market/Craft Sale - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 8am-Noon, In Fiesta Hall. 3401 W. Bus. 83. Park Wide Yard Sale - Citrus Mobile Home and RV Park, Edinburg, 8am-Noon, 1700 Lime St. 956-3835757. Show and Tell - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 8am-Noon, Aladdin Villas Resident Show and Tell (no sales). Breakfast available. Come see what the residents have made all winter. Craft Fair - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 9am-Noon, Free admission. Craft Show - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 9am-2pm, Lunch is available for purchase starting at 10 a.m. Multiple vendors will be available at the South Hall. 2801 Harrison. Beginner Lessons - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9-11am, With Nancy & Dewayne Baldwin, Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement system available. Subject to change without notice. Square Dance Review - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9-11am, With Ron & Jan Betzelberger. Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Car Show - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 10am-2pm, Fun for the whole family with great cars, bikes, food and live music by Rusty Rierson. Admission - 2 current can goods. Registration fee - $15 per entry, registration from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Awards at 1:45 p.m. Questions, call Doug 419-266-6347. 1711 E. Bus. Hwy. 83. Saturday Lunch - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 11am-12:30pm. Jam - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 12:30pm, All welcome to play or listen to an afternoon of good music. 109 W. Bus. Hwy. 83. Country Jam - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 12:30-2:30pm, Host George Bowers. Lunch served 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Craft Show Extravaganza - Siesta Retirement Village Park, WeslaSee PARKS pg. 18
MARCH 6, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 12 WINTER TEXAN TIMES GOLF From pg. 1 course, email us at news@wintertexantimes.com. Tony Butler Golf Course Tony Butler would be proud. The Tony Butler Golf Course of today isn’t the same as yesteryear. In fact, come this October, when the city is done with its multi-million-dollar revamp project – you may not even recognize it. Currently, holes 19-27 remain open as 1-18 goes through the makeover of makeovers as the city looks to increase its position as a destination city. But the course’s impact on Rio Grande Valley golf remains as great, if not greater than any other golf course in terms of Rio Grande Valley Golf. The course is re-doing everything – tee boxes fairways, bunkers, greens, lakes – it’s about as different as could be – and management promises “it will be harder. And completely different.” The city is also making heavy improvements to drainage, including installing a new pump station. The Harlingen public golf course bears the name of the man, Tony Butler, who helped bring some of the sport’s greatest athletes to the Rio Grande Valley for professional tournaments during the Great Depression. The public Tony Butler golf course is much like the man, requiring a sharp strategic mind and the ability to play consistent golf. Tony Butler Golf Course is located at 2640 South “M” Street in Harlingen. It is a 27-hole course that meanders through the natural South Texas terrain and is extremely easy to walk if you choose. The 18-hole course has a championship layout measuring 6,400 yards (par 71). Harlingen Country Club Harlingen Country Club first opened its doors in 1949 and its member-owned hacienda style clubhouse and course, which was designed in 1965 by Dave Bennett and Leon Howard, just fits like a glove. It is the epitome of country club living and the course has a personality that is eloquently South Texas. The course has faced major blows, moving to its current location in 1970 on property that previously was Harlingen Airport. Hurricane Dolly then delivered a “crushing blow” to the clubhouse but the membership used it as an opportunity to create more and better, opening their new clubhouse in October 2010. There’s comfort and peace on, off and in the facilities, which include the 18-hole course, driving range, putting, and chipping greens. The large, majestic trees and layout have class and history written in them. The course ranges from 6,541 yards from the black tips to 5,035 from the ladies. The white markers snug in between at 5,625 yards. The course is located at 5500 El Camino Real. Llano Grande Resort and Country Club Located in the historical Delta Area, which includes the small communities of Edcouch, Mercedes, Elsa, La Villa, and Monte Alto – Llano Grande became a busy agricultural center in the Rio Grande Valley during the 1920s when the Southern Pacific Railroad laid train tracks through here. The area was coined the “Magic Valley” in an attempt to draw people to the area, and Northeasterners heeded the call and came to develop the land. The entire park was named the best large park in Texas in 2015 and 2016 by the Texas RV Association and one publication described it as a small town, but its history looms large in the development of the Rio Grande Valley. Nestled quietly amid all this is Llano Grande Golf Course, recently ranked No. 20 on Golf Advisor’s top 25 most improved courses. Reviewers confirm that this course is noticeably getting in better shape on a regular basis. It plays from 6,781 yards from the tips to a comfortably 5,792 and 4,964 from the whites and reds, respectively. Llano Grande is located at 2215 East West Blvd. in Mercedes. Tierra Santa Golf Club At one point, Tierra Santa was a golf course “with potential.” Now, it’s a course of potential greatness. From being one of the most pristine, prettiest, and challenging in South Texas, its legend continues to be written. While its history has been good, its future is on the path to greatness. Owners have refused to rest on its laurels, seemingly always looking to improve the full golf experience from its grill for before, during and after a round, to creating a friendly relaxing atmosphere that feels like home all the time. Its rolling hills, elevation changes and fairways with multiple routes to reach the hole gives it a special touch. When you leave, no matter your score, you’ve had plenty of opportunities (and, like good golf courses, you leave with that one shot that will make you come back for more.). From a redesigned clubhouse to an events center and more future plans, Tierra Santa is worth every minute – no matter how many golf balls you may “misplace.” The course is located at 1901 Club de Amistad in Weslaco. It ranges from 5,283 yards at the red tees to whopping 7,139 and challenges you to bite off as much as you can chew on several holes. Tierra Santa Golf Course. Photo by Anastasia Brunson
13 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com MARCH 6, 2024 Elliott’s Custom Golf 712 N 77 Sunshine Strip #20 Harlingen, TX 78550 (877) 428-5448 • elliott@customclubs.net SKYTRACK LAUNCH MONITOR Improve your game and receive instant and real-time 3D shot analysis and ball-flight data. Identify strengths, weaknesses & dispersion • Bag Mapping to select the right clubs on the course • Wedge Matrix to master short game Five Star Customer Ratings - Google Reviews COMPUTERIZED CUSTOM CLUB FITTING RioValleyEstates@gmail.com www.RioValleyEstates.com • 1 FREE High Speed Internet Modem with WiFi • 1 FREE Spectrum TV Cable Box • Swimming Pool & Hot Tub • Recreation Hall • Fun Activities • Concrete Pad Sites • Full Hookups • Wide Paved Streets • Gated Community 715 N. Westgate Dr. • Weslaco 956-968-2708 Expwy 83 Business 83 W Pike Blvd Panther Dr Westgate Dr RVs at Rent One Week Get One Week FREE OR Rent One Month Get One Month Call and reserve your space TODAY! Limited time offer expires March 31, 2024. Rio Valley Estates ROGO Treasure Hills Golf Course Harlingen and the mid-Valley region have many options that attract golfers of all levels. And when you’re looking over that list of choices, there’s something about Treasure Hills that is just intriguing. Just the address, 3009 N. Augusta National Dr., is enough to pique a true golfer’s attention. Playing at 6,960 from the tips, Treasure Hills is one of the last designs of Robert Trent Jones’ amazing career. Jones was a BritishAmerican golf course architect who designed, or re-designed, more than 500 golf courses in 45 U.S. states and 35 countries, according to his website. In reference to this, Jones took pride in saying, “The sun never sets on a Robert Trent Jones golf course.” That statement couldn’t fit Treasure Hills any better. There are terrain elevation changes, plenty of doglegs, water hazards, 35 bunkers and usually a breeze. There are also a couple of tight spots, though most of the fairways are fairly wide. The front nine has no homes, while the back nine might be a little tougher with water on five of the holes. The course has also seen several improvements since new owners took over in 2016. Most notably, a new irrigation system has improved turf conditions. Stuart Place Country Club Stuart Place hands down has the most loyal and passionate golf fans maybe anywhere in the country. They have a clubhouse where people flock to and tell tales of days gone by and, in the past 6-8 years, has clearly become one of the most enjoyable golf experiences for visitors from all over. Its unique entrance brings a sense of comfort and joy and there’s just that extra “it” that makes it so special. Located at 155 Highland Dr. in Harlingen, this 9-hole, par 36 course is something you would love to step out of your house and just start playing. While small, its design is simple, yet challenging and always seems to be in great shape. Cottonwood Creek Located at 1001 South Ed Carey in Harlingen, Cottonwood Creek was developed in 1984 and, according to the pro shop, “the course is the same. It hasn’t changed.” A “very nice senior course,” Cottonwood Creek is open to the public. It’s a nine-hole par-3 course and that means golfers can fit it into their busy – or not-so-busy – schedule. The pro shop is open in the mornings and the signature hole is No. 5. It’s 175 yards across water. Make sure you hit enough club because “there are a lot of balls in there.” To walk nine holes is just $13 and to do 18 is just $18 – one of the few joys in life that are still $1 per… even the cheapest of coffees are $1 at best (before taxes). So, enjoy the serenity of this nearly 40-year-old course. Stuart Place Golf Course. Photo by Anastasia Brunson Cottonwood Creek. Courtesy photo
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