Kingsville - The City of Kingsville and the Kingsville Visitor’s Center invite residents and visitors to attend Meet the Blues, a free community event celebrating aviation, service, and community pride ahead of the upcoming Wings Over South Texas Air Show.
Read more: “Meet the Blues” community event coming to Kingsville April 17th
San Felipe, TX - On Saturday, April 11, visitors can step into the moment when the militia of San Felipe de Austin burned their own homes and businesses 190 years ago. A dramatic and immersive commemoration of the event called “Burning on the Brazos” will reenact the moment that the local militia was faced with an advancing Mexican Army and the withdrawal of the Texas forces under Sam Houston.
Read more: Experience the decision that burned San Felipe de Austin
Spring migration is sweeping across Texas, and barn swallows are already scouting porches, barns, overhangs and eaves for nesting sites. Whether you love watching barn swallows up close or dread the mess they leave behind, a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert encourages you to take preventative action before the birds begin nesting.
Read more: Tips to prevent problematic barn swallow nests before they appear
SAN ANTONIO – Wildlife in Focus (WIF) is inviting Texans of all ages to step outside, look closer, and share what they see. The nonprofit organization announced the inaugural Texas Wildlife & Nature Photographer of the Year contest, a new statewide competition designed to celebrate the beauty, diversity, and conservation of Texas wildlife and wild places.
Read more: Texas Wildlife & Nature Photographer of the Year Contest opens statewide
Edinburg, TX— In the spirit of community engagement, the City of Edinburg encourages residents to attend the upcoming ‘Cool City’ Celebration set for Saturday, April 11.
Read more: Community invited to attend ‘Cool City’ celebration
The McAllen International Jazz Alliance (MIJA) is preparing for its 2nd Annual event by Sunset Live Outdoor Concert Series on Saturday, April 11. The community is invited to enjoy an evening of music and culture through this vibrant celebration of jazz and contemporary music. Talented musicians from across the region and beyond will take the stage for a unique outdoor concert experience.
Read more: McAllen International Jazz Alliance Festival brings music, food & fun
As it is with every season, it eventually must come to an end – and we hate to see it end, but we know we have next season to look forward to. We always enjoy your time with us, and our time with you, and we will surely miss you while you are gone.
By Barb Zanetti
Photos by Dennis Zanetti
Editor's Note: The first half of this story appeared in our March 25, 2026 print edition. If you have already read the first half, and want to jump to the second half, CLICK HERE.
A ‘Classy Quilter’ Teacher Who’s Making a Difference
Joining forces with others, Elaine Snyder helped Alamo Palms Resort and its Classy Quilter group become one of the top in the Valley – one quilter at a time.
By Herb Moering
For the 50th year Tourist Day was started on Saturday, March 21 with delegations from the U.S. side and from the Mexican side meeting at the center of the Progreso International Bridge to exchange greetings and some gifts.
Seven Oaks Resort residents spent a lot of their time this season doing service in their community.
In December, residents participated in the “Laying of the Wreaths” at the Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery. A number of guests went over to help tie the ribbons on and others were there to help lay wreaths at the ceremony on Sat., December 13th.
At Country Palms, there’s always something fun happening. Residents often gather in the clubhouse to enjoy card games and other casual games together.
After a massive amount of track upgrades over the summer the Alamo Palms RC Chargers had quite a season. Upgrades included new dirt, new retaining wall, new configurations, and a whole new digital timing system and information screens. The chargers hosted not only an RC swap meet at the beginning of the season but also partnered with their title sponsor of New Sun Racing and hosted the 2026 RGV Dirt Oval Cup.
The El Valle del Sol and El Valle de Luna community members recently gathered for several memorable events celebrating service and fellowship.
Read more: El Valle del Sol and El Valle de Luna celebrate service and fellowship
La Floresta RV Resort's club champions
Rodger Vanderville is presenting the winners of ladies club champion to Darla Strait and men's to Frank Hartin.
Reigning over the St. Patrick's Day activities at Royal Palms Mobile Home Park in Alamo were queen Michael Whalen and King Wally Williams, who led the traditional parade.
Jennifer Kirkland, of Tip O Texas, on a Tour of Ancestral Spirits in Roma, TX. There were three different tastings of Mescal and visitors learned the history of this type of tequila.
The McAllen Wind Ensemble invites the Rio Grande Valley community to experience an exhilarating evening of rhythm, passion, and cultural celebration with Viva La Música on Tuesday, April 7, at 7:30 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Center.
Read more: The McAllen Wind Ensemble presents “Viva La Música”
With diabetes cases surging nationwide, awareness can’t wait.
Currently, 40 million Americans, about 12% of the population, are living with diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), while 115 million more have prediabetes, an elevated blood sugar condition that often progresses to type 2 diabetes without timely intervention.
Peak season at Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park is winding down, but there are still a lot of things happening at the park. This month, the park is featuring some of their usual programs as well as a couple of special events.
The Mission Lions Club proudly invites the community to join them in celebrating 100 years of service to the Mission community and the Rio Grande Valley. This special milestone will be marked with a Community Day celebration on Saturday, April 18, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Lions Park (1500 E. Kika de la Garza Loop) in Mission.
Read more: Mission Lions Club celebrates 100 years of service
