Thanks for coming to Texas! Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans FromMission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Vol. 37, No. 23 © 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com Wednesday, March 20, 2024 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 Business Guide p 20 Classifieds p 21 WOW! It’s been a great season so far and we are almost done. This last month has gone by fast. I can’t believe we have one more issue after this. It’s been a very enjoyable season, and by the looks of news we receive from the parks, you have had a great season as well. We love hearing what you are doing at your winter home. It’s fun to see the art you create, the activities you get involved in, and the charity work you do while staying in the Rio Grande Valley. I love seeing how much fun you have at dances, going to shows, and visiting the many sights we have in the Valley. You stay so active while here – and I know that is a huge reason you keep coming back to the Valley – and we love having you here, too. We think of you as our friends, and we hope to meet more and more of you each year. We love the relationships we have with you, and we love what we do – for you. If you have anything you want to share, let us know. Email us at news@wintertexantimes.com. As you start packing your bags, making that road trip back to your spring/summer home, tell others Winter Texans continue to choose Stuart Place Country Club Stuart Place Golf Course. Photo by Anastasia Brunson This golf course continues to make a meteoric rise in popularity. It’s a refreshing and enjoyable course to play (don’t confuse that with easy though). Its surroundings are peaceful, its people are friendly and everyone who goes there are loyal – Stuart Place is the Winter Texans favorite place overall to golf in the Rio Grande Valley, and number one in the Mid Valley category. It has the look and feel of a country club from the moment you drive in, but it is public for play – so today’s your lucky day. Then, when you hit the clubhouse, you’ve discovered the pot at the end of the rainbow. Open arms, smiling faces and a great time See GOLF pg. 12 See RAMBLINGS pg. 16 Rina’s Ramblings Celebrate the 1015 Onion in Weslaco this weekend The 35th Annual Texas Onion Fest is scheduled for Saturday, March 23, in downtown Weslaco, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. There will be live music, onion eating contests, shows, and more. The Texas Onion Fest celebrates the development of the world-famous Texas 1015 Onion which was developed in Weslaco at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and is also the state vegetable of Texas. The See ONION pg. 24 Courtesy photo
MARCH 20, 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 Barb Zanetti Photos by Dennis Zanetti Dr. Seuss would have loved looking over children’s shoulders as they worked to create “The Cat in the Hat” masks from paper plates, color crayons and glue. Or watching their One Fish, Two Fish red-bucket game where children fished for prizes at The Landmark on Tower, a unique Alamo restaurant that features a large courtyard bordered by several food trucks. And the acclaimed author would have been thrilled to see Alamo Palms RV Resort residents there handing his and other authors’ books to children to celebrate his legacy – his love of making reading fun. The Landmark’s owner Roy Landa invited 15 Alamo Palms RV Park’s residents to help him with his book giveaway and to supervise the children’s crafts and game areas that Oma Davis, his event organizer, had planned. “It was great seeing how happy kids were as they chose their books, got their faces painted, played games and made cute crafts,” Roy said. “I think that the parents were surprised that we had books for the adults, too.” Encouraging reading for ALL ages is important, according to Roy. “Parents sometimes get caught up with work, raising families, and so many other obligations,” he said. “We gave books to them with the hope that they will take some time for themselves and get lost in their imaginations, … much as we did as kids.” Several of the Winter Texan volunteers were educators, who took extra time See SEUSS pg. 18 Winter Texans help The Landmark celebrate Dr. Seuss, reading Fishing with the kids was one of the games Winter Texan Carmel Hazard (center) supervised, along with Brad Mallow (not pictured) for a Dr. Seuss afternoon celebration at The Landmark on Tower. Carefully placing red, gummy fish on the tips of yellow frosting swirls to decorate cupcakes was one of Winter Texan Gelene Logsdon’s first assignments. She helped to prepare for a Dr. Seuss event at The Landmark on Tower. The free treats brought smiles to many youngsters. (After children started arriving, Geline began supervising several craft tables where children made a variety of Dr. Seuss-themed projects.)
3 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com MARCH 20, 2024 Call Today For Your Free Estimate Call Mark Anytime At 956-357-1048 WE WANT TO BUY YOUR TRUCK•CAR•SUV•VAN RVTRAVELTRAILER•5THWHEEL•MOTORHOME•BUS CARGO OR FLATBEDTRAILER•ATV•MOTORCYCLE•BOAT MINI-MOTOR HOME•CAMPERVAN•TOYHAULER •GOLF CART WE WANT TO BUY YOUR RV The residents at Trophy Gardens recently put on an expo showcasing the many arts and crafts they have completed during the season. Residents showcased their wood projects, paintings, diamond art, quilting and knitting projects, card making skills, China paintings, stained glass, and so much more. These projects are mostly completed at the park, but some residents work on their projects year-round. While Betsie Brown (carving) was the main person for setting up the show this year, all activity coordinators in the park helped organize this annual arts and crafts showcase. The Busy Bees (Sewing Center/quilting group) also prepared and sold “walking tacos,” (taco salads) for lunch during the show. The activity director said Trophy Gardens hosts a myriad of activity groups. They have art painting – various mediums to include watercolor, acrylic, and others, card making, China painting, stained glass, kitting, crocheting, Swedish weaving, rug making, Trophy Gardens showcases residents’ talents Quilts. Courtesy photo Paintings. Courtesy photo Wood carvings. Courtesy photo See TALENTS pg. 19
MARCH 20, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 4 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 27146 McLelland Road., Harlingen, TX 78552 (956) 423-1446 Lower Valley / 956-664-1446 Upper Valley Visit us at www.gowithjo.com for complete itineraries King Ranch (1 Day) Mar. 21, 2024 (Lunch Included) ����������������������������������������������������$120 (Prices are per person) U.S. TOURS Go...With Jo! Tours & Travel In The Footsteps of Paul (12Days) April 19, 2024 (23Meals Included) ��������$5,035pp With Greek Isle Cruise (Prices are per person, double occupancy) OVER-SEAS TOURS MEXICO TOURS ONE DAY TOURS Houston Quilt (4 Days/3 Nights) Oct. 30, 2024 (3 Meals Included) ���������������� $TBA PaintedChurchesw/PolkaMass (2Days) Aug. 31, 2024 (3Meals Included) ����������$TBA (Prices are per person, double occupancy) SanMiguel deAllende (6 Days) July 2, 2024 (6 Meals Included) ����������������������$TBA (Prices are per person, double occupancy) EVENTS CALENDAR March 21 – The 48th Annual Tourist Day will be held in Nuevo Progreso starting at 9 a.m. March 21 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Grassroots Initiative class at 10:30 a.m. Call (956) 584-9156. The park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission. March 21 – A Youth Art Exhibit featuring art from Edinburg CISD students will be on display at the Dustin M. Sekula Library. Opening reception will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. The library is located at 1906 S. Closner Blvd. Visit www.edinburgarts.com for more information. March 22 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Dragons and Damsels class at 10:30 a.m. Call (956) 584-9156. The park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission. March 22 – The Valley Symphony Orchestra presents music from Harry Potter films and returning soloist Tanya Gabrielian performs George Gershwin’s Piano Concerto in F. All concerts will be held at the McAllen Performing Arts Center located at 801 Convention Center Blvd. For more information, visit the VSO website at valleyorchestra. org. March 23 – 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 23 – 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 23 – 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 23 – Brownsville History Museum will host their Winter Walking Tour: Old City Cemetery at 11 a.m. Meet at the Historic Brownsville Museum, 641 E. Madison St. Cost is $10 for BHA members and $15 for non-members. RSVP by calling (956) 548-1313. The history of the city will reveal itself through the stories of the people who built it as you explore the lives of those buried in the Old City Cemetery. The tour is limited to 25 people. More information and other events, visit brownsvillehistory.org. March 23 – The Texas Onion Festival will be held starting at 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. in Historic Downtown Weslaco. Event is free. There will be live music, food, vendors, and entertainment. For more information, call (956) 986-2101. March 23 – The Fourth Annual Outdoor Expo will be held at the Edinburg Municipal Park, 714 S. Raul Longoria, Edinburg. It’s an entire weekend filled with a fishing tournament, live animal spectacles, rock wall thrills, prizes, and more. Expo is held from 12 to 3 p.m. Fishing tournament is held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call (956) 381-9922. March 24 – Abiding Savior Lutheran Church will have their Palm Sunday Worship Services at 8 and 10:30 a.m. The church is located at 599 S. Westgate Drive in Weslaco. Call Pastor Steven Wagenknecht at (956) 968-5228 for more information. March 24 – 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 24 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Eclipse Basics: What to expect in the RGV at 3 p.m. Call (956) 584-9156. The park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission. March 24 – The Men andWomen of A-Chord will perform at 3 p.m. at Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E. Hall Acres Rd. in Pharr. Call (956) 5668894 for more information. March 25 – The TSC Performing Arts Center in Brownsville, 90 The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) is calling all golf enthusiasts and the local business community to mark your calendars and join them on Friday, May 3, for their Annual Mission Citrus Golf Tournament being held at the Shary Municipal Golf Club located on 2201 N. Mayberry St. This year’s tournament the GMCC plans to provide a fun and celebratory experience for the participants. The 18-hole, three-man team Florida scramble-style golf tournament will help generate funds and assist the GMCC to provide continued support and services to the local business community. A portion of the proceeds will be used to assist Mission CISD’s students, by providing necessities and supplies for the upcoming school year to families and students. The partnership between Mission CISD and GMCC has been an ongoing effort to help support local students. This year, the GMCC welcomes back the title sponsor and partner of the event: Cano & Sons Trucking. “Mr. Juan & Mrs. Sara Cano are wonderful business leaders who continuously go above and beyond to give back in an effort to strive at improving the quality of life in our community. We thank them for all they do,” said GMCC President & CEO, Brenda Enriquez. “We look forward to a fun and inviting tournament.” Registrations are open starting with a $500 team of threes which include course fees, (1) golf cart, gift bags, breakfast, and lunch. For more information on participating as a sponsor or a team, please contact GMCC Communications Director, Candace Rodriguez, at candace@ missionchamber.com or call the office at (956) 585-2727. Mission Chamber to hold Mission Citrus Golf Classic See EVENTS pg. 19
5 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com MARCH 20, 2024 (956)566-1157 During a recent Hands and Feet meeting, Winter Texans and other First United Methodist Church ( M c A l l e n ) family members made Easter baskets for Estrella’s House (Children’s Advocacy Center of Hidalgo and Starr Counties). This has become an annual tradition for the church and is always a lot of fun. The Children’s Advocacy Center is the first stop for children in Hidalgo and Starr counties who have been sexually or physically abused or witnessed a violent crime. They provide a safe and comfortable environment for children while working alongside law enforcement agents, officials, and investigators to coordinate information and develop approaches that are sensitive to the child’s needs. The church members do this in the hope that it will provide a little ray of sunshine to the children who are dealing with a very difficult time. Pictured with the group are Judy and Daris Hable and other Winter Texans. Winter Texans stuff Easter baskets Winners of 8-Ball Tournament recognized An 8 Ball Tournament was held at Pleasant Valley Resort, organized by Claude Lemay and Denise Eaton on March 11, 2024. From left to right are Claude Lemay, organizer; Louis H. Therrien, 4th place $75; Denis Gaudet, 3rd place $100; Yvon Carpentier, 1st place $300; Stew McCrue, 2nd place $150; Real Morin, 5th place $50; and Richard Stader, 6th place $50. Courtesy photo
MARCH 20, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 6 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 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. 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. Magic Valley PEO Retirement Group The Magic Valley Retirement PEO Group will meet on Tuesday, March 26, 11:30 a.m. at the home of Julianne Carlson, at 11:30 a.m. Bring a sack lunch. This will be our last meeting until next January. For reservations, call Connie Garrels at (402) 641-0125. The McAllen Heritage Center Museum of History and Culture is very pleased to present the newest exhibit, courtesy of the Bullock Texas State History Museum. They will host a special open house and reception event on Thursday, March 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. “Not Alone: Working together in the Fight against Human Trafficking” has been on display since March 6 and will run through April 10, 2024, and is sponsored by the Zonta Club of West Hidalgo County. The panel exhibit educates visitors about human trafficking and gives them a sense of hope and empowerment in combating the issue. Human trafficking is one of the most significant issues facing comMcAllen Heritage to host open house munities today, yet it is commonly misunderstood and often undetected. Recent statistics suggest there are hundreds of thousands of labor and sex trafficking victims in Texas at any given time. The exhibition centers on a series of questions that guides visitors to understand what human trafficking is and explore the human stories and current landscape of sex and labor trafficking. Visitors to the exhibit will learn who can be a target, the tools and techniques traffickers use to target individuals and keep them captive, and the roles healthy relationships and social media play in trafficking. The exhibit is geared toward empowering visitors to not just be bystanders, but upstanders in identifying trafficking and becoming advocates for themselves and others. Visitors will view a series of videos featuring trafficking survivors and advocates answering the exhibit’s guiding questions; take home an art activity that promotes healthy self-esteem; discover artifacts that reflect survivors’ stories of resilience, strength, and self-empowerment; understand who’s affected, what makes someone vulnerable, and warning signs that someone is being trafficked; learn about how traffickers lure people in and maintain control over them; and gain resources to assist those exploited and concrete steps of how to enlist aid. There is no admission fee for the museum, although door donations are accepted and there is free parking for visitors in the rear parking area. For more information about the museum or “Not Alone,” please call the museum at (956) 681-2860 or email info@mcallenheritagecenter. com. The museum is located at 301 S. Main St.
7 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com MARCH 20, 2024 THRE E N I GHT HEAL I NG REV I VAL WI TH T IMOTHY V D I XON EVANGE L I ST & PROPHE T (MI DLAND C I TY, ALABAMA ) Praise & Worship • Preaching of God’s Word • Prayer for Healing Come Expecting a Miracle for you and your family! WHERE: MCALLEN CONVENTION CENTER 700 CONVENTION CENTER BLVD, MCALLEN, TX 78501 DATES: FRIDAY - 4/12/2024 - 7:00 PM SATURDAY - 4/13/2024 - 7:00 PM SUNDAY - 4/14/2024 - 6:00 PM Admission is free, registration is not required to attend. However, registration is appreciated for each attendee, so that we can make seating preparations. For assistance contact angelazionsassembly@gmail.com Rich Christian (956) 369-9945 - McAllen Contact Only Free Event SCAN ME g y l ) l ) , t e . r r t Winners in the St. Patrick’s Day decorating parade contest were for the best golf cart which was for the “medic,” that included, in white, from left, Alan Mahn, Kathy Swanson, and Carolyn Schneider; best bicycle, Mary Williams; and best animal entry, owner Christina Roper. With them was the day’s king, Tim Fischer, on the left and queen Carrol Moering, on right. St. Patricks Day at Royal Palms St. Patrick’s Day was celebrated a day earlier on Saturday with the annual parade at Royal Palms MH Park in Alamo. Leading the parade were the king and queen, Tim Fischer and Carrol Moering. Join the Daughters of the American Revolution, the McAllen Veterans War Memorial Committee, and local officials for a special unveiling ceremony for a new wall commemorating Spain’s contribution to the American Revolution on Tuesday, March 26 at 10 a.m. The event will be held at the McAllen Veterans War Memorial, 3129 Galveston Ave. Spain, through its alliance with France and as part of its conflict with Britain, played a significant role in the independence of the United State. Spain declared war on Britain as an ally of France. Spain was an ally of the American colonies and supplied the Revolutionaries with military support, desperately needed arms, supplies, and currency McAllen War Memorial to hold unveiling Courtesy photo
MARCH 20, 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. 31 Steven May & The Southern Knights 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 OPEN EASTER SUNDAY Live Music DOOR PRIZES!! Neighborhood Kitchen Presents $7.00 at the Door Pre-sale Tickets Available at Biscuits & Gravy for only $5.00 Dusty Boots?.. Join our FREE dance class for a refresh March 23, 2024 at 4:00 PM Saturday, March 30, 2024 7:00 PM-10:00 PM Consuelo’s Event Center 935WBus 83 Donna, TX LocatedinfrontoftheValVerdeFleaMarket (956) 733-1671 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 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 20 Wednesday Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:30am. Park Sale - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 8am-1pm, Sale to be held in Rec Hall. 109 W. Bus. Hwy. 83. 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. Smash Burgers - Valley View Estates, Mission, 11:30am-1pm, Fresh off the grill Smash Burgers with chips and baked beans. Lemonade and ice tea provided. Soda pop available to purchase. $7pp. 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. Jam - Valley View Estates, Mission, 1-3pm, 2100 Vernon. Happy Hour - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 3-5pm, Tom Hiles, pass the hat. 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. Farewell Dance - 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. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May and the Southern Knights, $8pp. BYOB. Main Hall. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Entertainment - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9:30pm, Encore Show - Voyager - tribute to the music of Journey. Friendship Hall, reserved seating. Tickets are $17pp, $18pp, & $21pp. Park gate open 7:00 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. Concessions $. Ticket Sale 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. Activity Office. 956-425-7448. 1900 Grace Ave. Dance - Golf View Estates, Mission, 7-9:30pm, Vinyl Spin, $9pp. End of season BLOW OUT!!! Great 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 20, 2024 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 1048 N. Alamo Rd. • Alamo, TX 78516 • Office: 956-783-5008 CHURCH SERVICE Sundays • 9 am Mar 29 • 11 am • Good Friday Service Mar 31 • 9am • Easter Service DANCES Saturdays • 7 - 10 pm Texas Wheels • $8 Last Dance March 30 Thank you all for making this a great season! 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 20 Driftin’ Cowboy 5-9pm March 22 Texas Storm 7-11pm March 23 DJ Roy & Lamar 7-11pm March 27 Solitaire 7-11pm March 29 Jammin Joe Band 7-11pm March 30 Time Machine 7-11pm DAILY ENTERTAINMENT DAILY SPECIALS e s e o e , n . . t For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM way to dance your way to the end of this Winter Texan season and look forward to returning! Everyone welcome!!! 7424 Couples Circle. Entertainment - McAllen Mobile Park, 7pm, The Players Studio, free will donation. 4900 N. McColl Rd. Thursday, March 21 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. Thursday Lunches - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11am. 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. Country Jam - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 1-3pm, Open to all musicians. Office: 956-9693740. 2712 S. International Blvd. Encore Concert Series - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 3pm, Tribute to Journey, $21pp/$19pp. Up-charge at door. Jam Session - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 6-9pm, Free. Jam - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-8pm, Public welcome. 2401 N. Abram Rd. Encore Concert Series - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Tribute to Journey, $21pp/$19pp. Up-charge at door. Bible Study and Prayer - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, In the Fellowship Hall. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7pm, Steven May, $9pp. Friday, March 22 Park Wide Garage Sale - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 8am, 2135 Bentsen Palm Dr. Park Sales - Lemon Tree Estates, Mission, 8am-Noon, Individual sales in park. 1510 E. Bus. Hwy. 83. 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. 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. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Rewind, $10pp. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, Cruisers, $12pp. Karaoke - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-9pm, Audience participation. Donation. Main Hall. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Steven May & Southern Knights, $8pp. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier - variety, $8pp. Dance - Casa del Sol, Donna, See PARKS pg. 10
MARCH 20, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 10 WINTER TEXAN TIMES STYLE SHOW Mar 23 • 7pm Tradewinds Hall 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 Mar 21 • Steven May 7pm-10pm • $9 CHURCH SERVICE • MB REC HALL Sundays • 9:30am With Pastor Bill Wade. All Welcome. DANCES • 7-10PM SINGLES ARE WELCOME Mar 22 • Cruisers • $12/$14 at door Wednesday Breakfast • 7:30am Monday Night Meals • 4:30pm Thursday Lunches • 11am MEALS 956-585-0703 1645 S Bentsen Palm Drive • Palmview Paula McSpadden Activity Director ALL EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Thank you for a great season! See you next fall! ENTERTAINMENT • 5PM Mar 23 • JessieHernandez &Brothers “Lord’s Voices” • Donations 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 26 • Southern Harmony Apr 2 • Bruce Boudreau Apr 9 • Curt James Soda, water, popcorn, and snacks for sale, free ice/cups, BYOB, 50/50 door prizes. FRIDAYS • DANCES • 7-10PM Mar 22 • Ron Moshier • $8 Mar 29 • The Cruisers • $12 Apr 5 • Rewind • $10 Apr 12 • Retro Rockers • $10 Soda, water, popcorn, and snacks for sale, free ice/cups, 50/50 door prizes. Line Dancing Bluegrass Jam RC Cars Fridays • 1:30 Tuesdays • 1:30 Mondays • 9:30am Thank you! See you next season. 1201 N. Main Street La Feria, TX 956-797-1851 Cynthia Cavazos - Activity Director Kenwood Rv Resort . Enjoy Life. Enjoy it here. 7-10pm, Smoking Gun Band, $8pp. A country band with a great sound, come to dance or just to listen to the music. BYOB. Concessions and setups available. Open to the public. 400 N Val Verde Rd. Dance - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Double Decker is back with their smooth country music! Hit the dance floor and waltz, two step, and cut a rug! BYOB. Setups available. $10pp. Entertainment - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 7-9pm, The Howlers, $8pp. Playing a wide variety of 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, blues, country, classic rock. A whole lot of music to swing your partner to the beat. BYOB, concession open, 50/50 raffle. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. Saturday, March 23 Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 7-9am, Full breakfast, $7pp. 4224 S. Conway Ave. Crafts, Bake Sale, Breakfast & Lunch - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7:30am-Noon. Park Wide Garage Sale - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 8am, 2135 Bentsen Palm Dr. Saturday Morning Breakfast - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 8-9:30am, Pancakes, egg bake, and biscuits with sausage gravy, coffee, $6pp. Patio/Yard Sale - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 8am-1pm. Park Sales - Lemon Tree Estates, Mission, 8am-Noon, Individual sales in park. 1510 E. Bus. Hwy. 83. Saturday Lunch - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 11am-12:30pm. 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. Jam Sessions - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm, South Hall. 2801 E. Harrison Ave. Entertainment - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 5pm, Jessie Hernandez & Brothers “Lord’s Voices”, donations. Dance - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 6pm, Smokin Gun, $8pp. 7600 Long Drive. Bingo - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 6:30-9:30pm, Card sales from 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Bingo starts at 7:00 p.m. $1 per card. This includes all games played. Additional cost for horses & 50/50. Snacks and refreshments available for purchase. No outside food or beverages. Dinner is served from 5-6 p.m. Menu varies weekly and you must sign up prior at Pharr South. Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp. Dance - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7-10pm, DJ Noe, $5pp. Playing oldies, country, and rock and roll. 2801 Harrison. Entertainment - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $8pp at the door. Dance - Fig Tree RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Diego & Edith, $8pp. BYOB, free ice. Ropa Style Show - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7pm, Annual Style Show by Ropa. Tradewinds Hall. Dance - Lakewood Village, Harlingen, 7pm, Denim & Lace, $7pp at the door. 4515 Graham Rd. Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-10pm, The Howlers, $8pp. Sunday, March 24 Church - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 8:15am, Non-denominational. Worship Service - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 8:30-9:30am, All are welcome to our Interdenominational Service. Fellowship follows service. Church - Fiesta Village, Mission, 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 20, 2024 @Sharyland Dental Care www.sharylanddentalcare.net Richard A. Young D.D.S. 2407 E. Griffin Pkwy. – Mission, TX - 956-581-2773 GENERAL DENTISTRY EXCEPTIONAL CARE Since 1982 Now Accepting Allwell from Superior Healthplan We’re All About Smiles Invest in your smile, and change your life. Your smile and your health deserve the best in decision making!!! • For dental care you can trust and have confidence in • Come See Us At Sharyland Dental Care 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 8:30am. Bible Studies & Prayer - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 9am, In the Activity Hall. Church & Bible Study - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 9am. Worship Service - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 9-10am, Open to the public. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd. Church Service - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 9am. Church - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 9-10am, Nondenominational church service. Open to the public. Church Service - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9-10am, Main Hall. Church Service - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 9:1010:10am. Church Service - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 9:30-10:30am, Nondenominational. Casual attire. 4525 Graham Rd. Church Services - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 9:30am, With Pastor Bill Wade. Mission Bell Ballroom. Worship Service - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 10am, Pastors Charles & Bev Wolff offer non-denominational services. Fellowship following. Charles Wolff, 712-4906087. 200 N. Val Verde Rd. Sunshine Church - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am, Friendship Hall, gate is open. All are welcome! Pastor Larry Allen, 586-2166443. Church Service - River Ranch Resort, Rio Hondo, 10-11am, Nondenominational. Chaplain Alan Cooey, new this year. Church Service - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 10am-Noon, Come for church and stay for lunch and fellowship. Church Service - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 10am, Greg & Suzy York of Love Light Ministries. Worship Service - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 10am, Non-denominational church service. South Hall. Communion is the first Sunday of each month. All are welcome. Pastor Steve Heaslet. 2801 Harrison. Church Services - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 10-11am, Nondenominational service. Pastor Marv Odergaard. Church Service - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 10-11:30am, Open to the public, everyone is welcome. Non-denominational. Pastor Randy Quick. Park Hall. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. Church Service - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 10:30am, In the Auditorium with Chaplain Dwight LaPine teaching. Church Service - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 10:30-11:30am, Rec Hall. Traditional Lutheran service. All are welcome. Gospel Jam - Quiet Village II, Donna, 2-4pm, 215 S. Valley View Rd. Gospel Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 5:30pm, 2240 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Ice Cream Social - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 6pm, Ice cream sundae, $3pp. Two big scoops of ice cream and your choice of toppings, caramel, chocolate, strawberry, or hot fudge with whipped topping and a cherry. We even have sprinkles if you choose! Last ice cream social of the season. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. Church Service - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, In Auditorium. Concert - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-9pm, Voyager, $17/19/21pp. Movies - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-9:30pm, Free Sunday Night Movies - See RGVActivities.com for movie title each week. Snack bar is open at 6:15. Hot dogs available. Monday, March 25 Hammered Dulcimer Jam - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 9:30-11am, Annex building. Open to acoustic instruments including guitar, mandolin, banjo, bass, fiddle, etc. For info call Don, 231-408-8901. Line Dancing - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 9:30am. Couples Trail Dance Lessons - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, See PARKS pg. 20
MARCH 20, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 12 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 956-580-3370 Serving Valleywide for 35 years Sales • Parts • Rentals • Onsite Service Easy Ride Golf Cars Drive Around In Your Brand New Golf Cart Today! ezridegolfcars@sbcglobal.net www.easyridegolfcars.com 2508 W. Interstate Hwy 2 Mission, TX 78572 COME IN &MAKE AN OFFER Inventory reduction on all used and new cars Used Ezgo RXV priced at $2,000 New Yamahas $8,800.00 awaits you, whether you had a spectacular round, or one you want to forget. It gives the entire experience an A-plus. Like the show “Cheers,” it’s truly a place where everybody knows your name. And just a fun place to experience. Treasure Hills – Second Place, Harlingen No golf course has done more to remain alive – and thrive – than Treasure Hills. Owners saw the potential in the beautifully designed course and, with some tender loving care, have turned this into a fabulous golf course that gives golfers a unique experience. It has all the ingredients of greatness – elevation changes, wide open holes that really aren’t wide open – just a mirage to let you believe you can grip it and rip it. But always plan ahead because danger GOLF From pg. 1 lurks with strategically placed pins and trees that are more than happy to send even your best shot of the day bouncing in all sorts of directions but where you aimed. Tierra Santa – Third Place, Weslaco The course that had at one time the most well-known finishing hole has been undergoing major renovations. They, like many Valley courses, have invested in their operation and the returns have been terrific. They even flip-flopped its front and back nine, at one point meaning No. 18 turned to No. 9. The good side is that even if you have a bad No. 9, you still have nine more holes to recover – and can make a stop at the clubhouse along the way. The pro shop has been remodeled as well as the restaurant. The course has been in immaculate shape for several years and the layout is fabulous. You could play this course over and over and never get tired of the challenges, or the beauty of several holes. It’s no wonder this continually ranks among the most favorite golf courses in the Valley. It has 14 lakes, strategically placed sand traps and provides multiple shot selections for almost every hold. Par 3s are easily reached but where they land – even if on the green – can make the difference between a birdie and a bogey, or something else. UPPER VALLEY Los Lagos – First Place, Edinburg Winter Texans chose three completely unique courses as their favorites in the Upper Valley, led by the biggest risk/reward course of all, Los Lagos in Edinburg. This course is a unique experience that can be frustrating or super rewarding. Moguls, elevation changes and, of course, Valley wind are the triple crown of golf and Los Lagos has them all. The moguls leave you to believe that you’re not playing on a more than usual flat Valley course. Fairways lean toward water or other danger zones but also give you plenty of paths to get to your destination. There’s just something about this course that calls out to golfers at all levels. It’s visually appealing, incredibly challenging but a course that must be played at least once – but once you play it, you’ll be struck with the Lagos bug and want to keep returning. And something else common about the Upper Valley favorites, they all have great food options. Champion Lakes – Second Place, McAllen This is a course that just refuses to sit still – now the home of UTRGV golf and with team lockers and golf bays. Now it can be a favorite to play, or to go out and watch a Division 1 Tournament. A few years back, when the Winter Texan numbers were shrinking, City of McAllen Golf Director Carlos Espinosa went in search of, “Why.” His reaching out to golfers has made a huge difference and Espinosa said it was important to see what the golfers wanted and what he and his staff could do to appeal to the Winter visitors. Of course, it helps that the course is always in amazing condition with a layout that is visually enchanting but both challenging and unique. It also boasts the biggest lighted driving range in the Valley. And don’t forget to grab a burger while you’re there. Tierra Del Sol – Third Place, Pharr This is not your father’s Tierra Del Sol. Ever since the course underwent a major facelift, it continues to draw Winter Texans from its surrounding parks and across the Rio Grande Valley. Greens were restructured. Grass Tierra Santa Golf Course. Photo by Anastasia Brunson Tierra Del Sol Golf Course. Photo by Henry Miller
13 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com MARCH 20, 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 was planted from tees to greens, drainage was improved and Tierra Del Sol became a completely new golfing experience. Some holes are still in the “grip it and rip it” category, but other holes require a deft touch. Large greens are nice and roll true – but large greens also can lead to long putts. Sometimes laying up and pitching onto the green here is more beneficial than being on the farthest point from the green. A tiny almost-island like hole gives golfers a pleasant view from a walking bridge that was added. But don’t get distracted by the view – there are some vicious pin placements here. The course also has amazing breakfast tacos. LOWER VALLEY South Padre Island Golf Course – First Place, Laguna Vista It only seems right that South Padre Island Golf Course tops the list for favorite Lower Valley course. The expectations are high when you play a course named after one of the most exhilarating vacation destinations in the country. This course has been working furiously to meet those expectations. Clearly that work – and some TLC – is paying off as once again SPI is among the Winter Texans’ favorite courses. It’s easy to take in some of the breathtaking views this course has to offer. Those same views can also lull you into too much relaxation on a course that is filled with challenges, and the amazingly crazy South Texas winds, especially on the coast. Whether you come to South Texas on vacation or are a winter visitor – or a full-time resident, you need to play this course at least once – no, wait, multiple times. There will be stories to tell, especially after playing par-4 No. 18. A hole where being conservative is probably the best bet, even though the rewards of a long ball are at their maximum. River Bend – Second Place, Brownsville River Bend is like a gift you never expected to receive. Ever since the beautifully designed golf course opened itself up and shared its joy with the rest of the world, the course has sky-rocketed to a perennial favorite among Winter Texans, and across the Valley. River Bend was built as a ninehole course but expanded to 18 holes in 1985. It’s situated along the banks of the Rio Grande and was once considered one of the best-kept golf secrets in the Valley. That changed when the Barnard family purchased the course in 2015. The Rio Grande Valley is renowned for its climate, flora and fauna, friendly people and economical lifestyle and River Bend worked to bring it together in one location. The name is derived from the huge bend in the Rio Grande that borders the resort and provides the property with a lush tropical setting. Plants and birds not seen elsewhere in the U.S. are common throughout River Bend Resort & Golf Club. Not only one of the most scenic and relaxing courses to play, but River Bend also gives golfers wide open holes, tight fairways, elevation changes and a chance to use every club in your bag. They have also removed some trees too where a beautiful view of the river emerges, and it could make you forget that you’re golfing and not just sightseeing. Valley International Golf Course – Third Place, Brownsville More commonly known as VICC, you’ll especially notice one thing about this course – as soon as you drive into the parking lot you see the presentation of trees, flowers and landscaping that is beyond comparison. It is not an especially difficult course, but you would be smart to use the clubs you can hit in a straight line because a little stray turns into a lot of trouble. Every year, this course improves something, from a hole to drainage to a stocked pro shop. And, when it comes to food – the country club part of the course shines brightly and can easily make you forget if you had a bad round or add to the pleasantries of a good one. River Bend Golf Course. Photo by Henry Miller South Padre Island Golf Course. Courtesy photo
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