Winter Texan Times

Mission celebrates over 90 years of tradition with Texas Citrus Fiesta

Details: Published: Wednesday, 22 January 2025 19:56

20250122 Citrus Fiesta Parade 032 web The City of Mission invites you to the 93rd Annual Texas Citrus Fiesta Parade of Oranges, one of the largest and most beloved parades in South Texas. The parade will take place on Saturday, January 25, at 12 p.m., along Conway Avenue, starting at 495 FM and continuing south, ending at 1st Street. This year’s theme is Boots and Blossoms, so don’t forget to wear your best boots and be part of the fun!

Duo brings passion for country music to VSA stage

Details: Published: Wednesday, 22 January 2025 19:53

20250122 Kiley and COmpany web As we are gearing up for this year’s Valley Star Awards, we will be introducing you to our entertainers for the show. Kiley & Company have been performing a numbers of years, including jams like Maude’s Jams, and others.

Kiley & Company is a two-piece band featuring Kiley Barwick on lead vocals and rhythm guitar and Blaine Garrelts on pedal steel, lead guitar and harmony vocals. Classic county music is their passion and even though this kind of music has become harder to come by over the year, their goal is to keep it alive as long as they can.

The Lady and The Outlaw bring their talents to the VSA

Details: Published: Wednesday, 22 January 2025 19:51

20250122 lady and the Outlaw web Another duo gracing the Valley Star Awards stage this year is The Lady and The Outlaw. Regan James and Nan Taylor enjoy performing as The Lady and The Outlaw bringing country, rock and blues from the 1950s to today to the stage.

Regan has been performing in the Valley for about 12 years. Regan lives in MN in the summer months with his wife Charlene but has made the Valley his winter home since 2012.

Gospel Music Extravaganza is January 28

Details: Published: Wednesday, 22 January 2025 19:41

20250122 Gospel Music Extravaganza CAB 0071 web Bob Courtney, AKA Pastor Pudge, will be hosting the Gospel Music Extravaganza next week where he and others will be performing great gospel music to lift our spirits. The event begins at 3 p.m., Tuesday, January 28, at Winter Ranch Resort, 600 State Hwy. 495, in Alamo.
Others that will be performing are Redneck Revival, Alta Courtney, Even You Ministries, and starring this year is legendary piano man Scott Roberts.

Attend an unforgettable concert at UTRGV

Details: Published: Wednesday, 22 January 2025 19:18

20250122 WindSync web WindSync, an internationally renowned Wind Quintet, is performing at an upcoming event at UTRGV. The event will be held on Sunday, January 26 at 3 p.m. It will be held at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, 1201 W. University Dr., in Edinburg.

14th Annual Valley Star Awards is February 12

Details: Published: Wednesday, 15 January 2025 00:44

20240221 Valley Star Awards Candids CAB 0061 web The 14th Annual Valley Star Awards will be held at Mission Bell Resort on Wednesday, February 12. The show will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. with an intermission. Mission Bell will have lunch available for attendees for a small price before the show at 12 p.m. or just get there early to have a seat up front. They will also provide drinks and snacks during intermission for a small fee.

This year’s lineup includes some Winter Texan favorites, a newer group, some nominees, and a previous Valley Star Award winner. This year’s performers are Kiley & Co., Pat Davison & Tess, The Lady & the Outlaw, The Warman Trio, Sister Luv, and Steven May and the Southern Knights. It’s sure to be a show that gives you a little bit of everything from magic to oldies, to country and rock ‘n roll.

RGV Livestock Show & Rodeo announces music lineup

Details: Published: Tuesday, 14 January 2025 22:28

Gene Watson RT 2 credit Alan Mercer 1 web The Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show & Rodeo has announced the music lineup for the 2025 show to be held March 6 through March 16. All concerts are free with the price of admission. Listed below are the Main Headliners for each day. Opening Acts will be listed on the website at www.rgvls.com.