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Charro Days celebration to start tomorrow

Details: Published: Tuesday, 24 February 2026 12:50

20180215 Charro Days 6906329 web Brownsville is getting ready to celebrate Charro Days. The multi-day event will take place from February 26 through February 28.

Learn about coastal conservation at Quinta Mazatlán

Details: Published: Tuesday, 24 February 2026 12:45

20260218 Quinta Justin photo web Quinta Mazatlán invites the community to learn about the challenges and conservation efforts shaping the future of Texas’ coastal birds during a special Thursday Night Live presentation, “Coastal Bird Conservation in Texas,” on Thursday, February 26, from 6 to 7 p.m.

DHR offers seminar about Parkinson’s Disease

Details: Published: Tuesday, 24 February 2026 12:40

DHR Health, in collaboration with Medtronic, will host a free community seminar to help community members learn about new and advanced treatment options for Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor. The seminar will take place on Saturday, February 28, from 10 to 11:45 a.m. at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance, located at 118 Paseo del Prado in Edinburg. Doors open at 9:50 a.m.

Gladys Porter Zoo hosts Annual Ocelot Run

Details: Published: Tuesday, 24 February 2026 12:35

Photo Iggy the Ocelot GPZoo web Registration is now open for the Gladys Porter Zoo’s annual 5K and 1-mile fun run to support ocelot conservation. This popular event is likely to sell out. The Ocelot 5K Run will take place on March 7 starting at 7:30 a.m., and the 1-mile fun run will start at 8:30 a.m. at the Gladys Porter Zoo.

Walking Southern Roads to Freedom begins February 27

Details: Published: Tuesday, 24 February 2026 12:30

Final draft walk to freedom flyer 2026 web February is Black History/Heritage Month, and it is now being recognized and celebrated throughout the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. Among the variety of festive and reflective activities happening in our Hidalgo County area is the second annual "Walking Southern Roads to Freedom."

Pharr Community Theater announces acting workshops

Details: Published: Tuesday, 24 February 2026 12:25

Pic 3 adults web The Pharr Community Theater is excited to offer a new series of acting workshops for kids, teens, and adults, throughout the month of March, for those who wish to learn, grow, or sharpen their theatre skills. These hands-on workshops focus on the fundamentals of acting, including stage presence, character development, voice, movement, and confidence—taught by a PCT professional, in a fun, supportive, and creative environment. Whether you’re brand new to the stage or looking to expand your experience, these workshops are designed to inspire creativity and build strong performance skills for all levels. 

Edinburg to host annual half-marathon

Details: Published: Tuesday, 24 February 2026 12:23

The City of Edinburg is proud to announce the highly anticipated 5th Annual Hometown of Heroes Half-Marathon, set to take place on Sunday, March 8, at 7:45 a.m. This year’s event will feature a 10K ($25), a Half-Marathon ($50), and a Two-Person Relay ($50) – discounts available for Veterans and first responders.

Victoria Palms Restaurant

Details: Published: Tuesday, 24 February 2026 12:20

20251214 Victoria Palms Restaurant TOV ALB 0006 web The omelet guy – and the omelet guy’s wife

A good many of you are probably familiar with Victoria Palms Restaurant. From the food to the people, it’s a welcoming experience that leaves you cheerful and stuffed. At least I surely was by the end of it, having been a bit too insistent on trying a little bit of everything from the daily breakfast buffet as well as one of the legendary omelets I’ve heard so much about.

Rina's Ramblings

Details: Published: Tuesday, 24 February 2026 12:15

Hello readers! I hope you have had a great week. We have had a pretty good one ourselves.

This past Saturday we were able to enjoy some time out at a business expo at Alamo Palms. We had so much fun talking to the Winter Texans that visited the expo.

Wintertainers Shine at Valley Star Awards

Details: Published: Tuesday, 17 February 2026 13:20

VSA CROWD IMG 4190 web Mission Bell Resort was full of laughter and singing as the crowd enjoyed the entertainment and eagerly waited for the winners of this year’s Valley Star Awards to be announced. Many of the entertainers had their own little entourages show up to support them.