Once again Trophy Gardens RV Resort residents presented a great turnout of entries for Alamo’s Texas Independence Day Parade celebration on March 7.
Read more: Alamo area Winter Texans have fun in Alamo parade
Larry and Susan DeBuse, formerly of Greengate Grove in Palmview, were honored at the 5th Annual Larry DeBuse Invitational Golf Tournament, held at El Nino Golf Course on March 4. The DeBuse family has returned to their home in Bella Vista, AR, as Larry continues his fight against Parkinson’s Disease.
Winter Texans, and converted Texans, packed the Leo Pena Placita Park on Friday, March 6 for Mission’s annual Winter Texan Fiesta. The event drew quite a crowd this year, leaving barely any space for sitting in the Placita. Many gathered around the walls to watch the entertainment. I am sure it was partly due to the great weather – although it was a bit windy, and a little warm.
The Annual Texas Onion Fest is scheduled for Saturday, March 28, in historic downtown Weslaco, from 10:15 a.m. to 10:15 p.m. There will be live music, onion eating contests, a car show, and more. Admission is free.
Join Calvary Baptist Church to celebrate the risen Jesus Christ. Calvary Baptist Church, 1600 Harvey St. in McAllen, will present the Easter musical “Love Took His Breath Away” featuring full choir with piano and orchestra under the direction of Dr. Bill O’Neil. The concerts will be on Friday, March 27, at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, March 28, at 3:30 p.m.
Read more: Calvary Baptist Church presents their Easter Cantata
South Texas Border Chapter Texas Master Naturalist members are back with special presentations during the Annual Rio Grande Valley Home and Garden Show being held March 20 to 22 at the McAllen Convention Center.
Read more: Local Master Naturalists to lead talks at RGV Home & Garden Show
By Anastasia Brunson
Bring a Friend, Share a Meal, and Make some Memories! That’s the slogan for this local eatery. The building’s façade lets you know you’re in the right place right away with the eye-catching cast iron logo. There’s a sense of home and local community from the warm welcome to the comforting flavors on every plate.
Inside you’ll notice that it’s bright and homey with the back wall that displays a colorful mural from a local artist. In one corner, there’s merch for sale, cute mugs and T-shirts if you want to rep your new favorite spot. There’s a wall displaying art from local artists. It’s clear that this is a place that loves its community, and the community loves it back.
Read more: Biscuits & Gravy: Come together for the food and the company
Take us home with you
Welcome to our Take Home Edition. This issue features a pull-out section in the middle that contains the biggest why’s you visit the Rio Grande Valley during the winter months. For this issue we have published extra papers so you can take a couple of copies with you on your travels to your northern homes.
Bonham’s Bears is an all-volunteer group based at Green Bay South, but draws volunteers from Park Place, Paradise Park, and Fun & Sun. Most of the 20 members are Winter Texans. Their loving hands create teddy bears and hand-crocheted bibs.
Read more: Bonham’s Bears continues to make children happier
By Herb Moering
By combined scores of 35 to 23 in runs, the American Division A and B teams were able to retain the international trophy from renamed Rio Grande Valley Senior Texan Softball League championship game over a pair of Canadian teams.
Read more: Americans keep the trophy for second year in a row
The Brownsville Guitar Festival, a festival known across the nation for its world‑class performances and transformative educational experiences, proudly announces its 2026 concert events, brought to you by the Brownsville Society for the Performing Arts. All performances will take place at the TSC Performing Arts Center, beginning at 7 p.m.
Bird lovers and quilters alike should make plans to explore the wonders of a new exhibit opening at the International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) this spring. “Aviary” will be opening on March 21 and on exhibit through June 21, at the museum, located at 1900 West Nolana Avenue in McAllen. This exhibition was created by Studio Art Quilt Associates, Inc.
The weather has been wonderful, says Thomas Riddle, park interpreter/volunteer coordinator at Bentsen-RGV State Park. “Our amazing ‘usual’ birds are out in full force.”
Read more: Bentsen-RGV State Park restarts spring Hawk Watch
Don’t miss your chance. Register now for the first wave of Spring ACE classes, including the popular watercolor and folklorico session. Secure your place before they’re gone.
The classes available include Senior Beginner Folklorico, Veracruz Region, on Tuesdays, from March 17 to May 19, from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. Adult Beginner Folkorico, Nayarit Region, classes will be held on Tuesdays as well, same time frame, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. There are also folklorico classes for children.
This year, the City of Hidalgo is celebrating their 49th Borderfest Music and Cultural Festival. The event is set for Friday, March 12 through Sunday, March 15, at the Payne Arena.
Hidalgo Borderfest began in 1976 when the festival celebrated the American Bicentennial by commemorating the local border culture, the international setting, and the unique community spirit. Now, this community-wide event is celebrated each year in March. Hidalgo Borderfest is a three-day plus extravaganza staged by the City of Hidalgo.
Dinosaurs are stomping back into the spotlight at Gladys Porter Zoo with the arrival of Dinos Unleashed, an exciting, limited time exhibit running through April 5th.
Guests will journey through a series of prehistoric habitats, each revealing new surprises around every turn. From dense landscapes to wide-open plains filled with gentle giants, the experience builds in intensity as visitors move closer to powerful predators. Dramatic scenery, sound, and motion come together to create an immersive experience, culminating in a thrilling final encounter with a fearsome predator. Guests can end their visit by posing for a photo with the Tyrannosaurus Rex.
Read more: Gladys Porter Zoo unleashes dinosaurs in new exhibit
Entering The Grove Farmhouse, you’re greeted by cheerful staff, appetizing smells, and happy chatter. The establishment was busy the Sunday afternoon I visited, though we were still seated quickly and didn’t have to wait long for service. They offer both a breakfast menu and a dinner menu with sweet and savory entrees throughout. There’s also specialty coffee and tea options as well as a full bar with a cocktail menu.
Read more: The Grove Farmhouse: Country Chic and Country Flavor
See Dick Run
Good morning to all you wonderful Winter Texans who soon will be going back to your summer homes. We are going to miss you. Let me first of all thank you for setting such a good example for me to follow. Thanks to you who volunteer to tutor in our public schools, I decided to follow your example.
I am tutoring English reading in a low-income school that has a Boys and Girls program. Giving this one hour of service every week has brought me a great deal of pleasure and a feeling that my small contribution may actually be making a difference. I am even considering adding another school or an extra hour in the school where I already volunteer.
Hello Friends!
Hello friends! I hope everyone fared the weekend weather well. It sure was a warm day out at the Winter Texan Fiesta in Mission on Friday only to be followed by rain and thunderstorms on the weekend.
Winter Texan Fiesta was packed. The crowd was bigger than I have seen in years. There was barely any empty space in the grassy area of the placita. It looked like everyone was having fun with friends and making new friends.
The Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show & Rodeo will be held March 12 through March 22. Special admission on Senior Citizen Day, March 15, will be $10. Tickets are discounted for 55+, law enforcement and military. Must show ID, law enforcement badge or military ID.
