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• CON MI GENTE: Casa Om Yoga at H-E-B Park in Edinburg Play Video

  October 29, 2019 7:00 AM

  EDINBURG – Casa Om Yoga of McAllen held one of the biggest yoga gatherings in the Rio Grande Valley. This is the third year, everyone gathered at the H-E-B Park in Edinburg for a relaxing time. Yoga has been around for centuries; it's about exercise and meditation. ... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Walk Across Texas Play Video

  October 22, 2019 1:51 PM

  LASARA – An idea to motivate students to exercise and be healthy while also asking them to walk more than 800 miles. They call it the Walk Across Texas, a program sponsored by Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service to get students to take on more physical activities. At... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Brownsville Hall of Fame Coach Play Video

  September 24, 2019 12:56 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – He graduated from high school when he was just 16 years old and from there he built a legacy in his career. Joe Rodriguez walks with the help of a cane these days, but his memories are long. “Richard Flores and I are the only two... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Alamo Museum Keeping the History Play Video

  September 19, 2019 1:11 PM

  ALAMO – In years past, details of the city of Alamo’s history was kept at the fire department. Documents passed down from fire chief to fire chief. Now, they found a permanent home in the city-run museum. “They went through different commission sessions and created a museum... more »

• CON MI GENTE: United Collector’s Expo Play Video

  August 15, 2019 3:23 PM

  EDINBURG – Collectibles and the people who collect them have changed. Collectors of comic books, sports, toys and anime gathered at the United Collector’s Expo in Edinburg. “The attraction is just for the collectors. The people that collect figures for sports memorabilia, comics, pops,” said Armando Garza, the... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Donna American Legion Post 107 Undergoes Renovation Play Video

  August 13, 2019 9:25 AM

  DONNA – This November, the American Legion Post 107 in Donna will turn 100 years old. A group of volunteers have come to the rescue of, what some refer to as, the Historic Lady of Donna. The Home Depot of Weslaco has given the veterans a $5,000 grant... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Valley Artist’s Work is Out of This World Play Video

  August 1, 2019 12:27 PM

  HARLINGEN – Finding ways to leave your mark in space. That’s what one Rio Grande Valley man did. His fingerprints can be found on the moon. You can definitely say Dennis Dubose’s artwork is out of this world. He’s the owner of Dubose Signs in Harlingen and... more »

• CON MI GENTE: 21st Annual South Texas Conjunto Awards Play Video

  July 30, 2019 9:50 AM

  ELSA – It’s a type of music close to the heart of many and they don’t want future generations to forget. For 21 years, the South Texas Conjunto Association have held a conjunto awards ceremony. Lupe Saenz is a retired educator and for years he’s had his own... more »

• CON MI GENTE: 2nd Annual Rio Hondo Bridgefest Play Video

  July 25, 2019 4:13 PM

  RIO HONDO – Last year they held their first festival to celebrate the reopening of the Rio Hondo Bridge. The bridge is the city’s main connection to the rest of the Rio Grande Valley. The celebration, Bridge Fest, started with a parade. The bridge was closed for... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Local Artist with Autism to Exhibit Work at New Creative Market Play Video

  July 11, 2019 12:12 PM

  MCALLEN – A Rio Grande Valley artist with autism discovered his gift after his mother signed him up for art classes. Now, his artwork has been on exhibit in New York and sells for thousands of dollars. Anthony Rivera developed his own style; not using brushes, but only... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Historic Valley Landmark Relocated Play Video

  July 9, 2019 12:15 PM

  NEAR BROWNSVILLE – It took a number of years and the combined efforts of many, but now a Rio Grande Valley historic monument has a new home. It’s the Resaca de la Palma Battlefield just outside Brownsville, the second battle site of the Mexican-American War, fought in 1846. ... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Veteran Group Designates Brownsville Restaurant as 'All American' Play Video

  July 3, 2019 11:50 AM

  BROWNSVILLE – A Rio Grande Valley veterans’ group has designated a Brownsville restaurant as their all-American restaurant. The owners, Miguel Chavez and his family, of La Vaquita Restaurant were honored by the Warriors United in Arms. “He is very pro-veteran and he is known in the veteran community... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Juneteenth

  July 2, 2019 9:18 AM

  EDINBURG- It's been 400 years since the first slaves were brought to the United States. On June 19, 1865, the slaves were declared free. Every year, members of the Juneteenth planning committee meet to celebrate freedom day. Watch the video above for the full... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Beat the Heat with Mangonadas Play Video

  June 25, 2019 9:13 AM

  SAN JUAN – Summer has officially arrived and if you want to beat the heat, you may want something different and fun to keep cool. It’s not ice cream; it’s not a raspa. Crazy About Mangonadas in San Juan serves fruit drinks, originating from Mexico. Mangonadas have... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Changes Coming to Visitor’s Plaza at San Juan Basilica Play Video

  June 18, 2019 9:12 AM

  SAN JUAN – A new statue will be placed at Basilica Of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle. The statue will be of St. Francis and a special needs child to honor special needs children. Changes will also be made to the visitor's plaza. Rick Diaz... more »

• CON MI GENTE: 92-Year-Old Dancing Queen Stays on Her Feet Play Video

  June 11, 2019 11:26 AM

  PALMVIEW – Being 92 years young doesn’t mean you have to be taking it easy. Trudy Marcotte still drives and she loves to dance; she’s always been light on her feet. Her group of friends at Green Gate Grove in Palmview all also love to dance. Trudy... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Activity Center Available for Senior Citizens Play Video

  June 6, 2019 11:07 AM

  MCALLEN – It’s summer! Time to look for the nearest gym and get back in shape. For senior citizens, there’s a free fitness center in McAllen to keep them active and mentally alert. The Senior Center is part of the Well Med Charitable Foundation and is partially funded... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Super Sincro Challenge Play Video

  May 30, 2019 9:14 AM

  PENITAS- It’s not your average taco. The "Super Sincro" has two pounds of mixed cheese, two pounds of beef, a pound and a half of refried beans, and a pound and a half of tortilla. The owner of Alicia’s Su Cocina restaurant in Penitas says anyone who can... more »

• Con Mi Gente: Big Heroes Program to Assist Adults with Special Needs Play Video

  May 23, 2019 9:50 AM

  BROWNSVILLE – A newly revamped kitchen is now being used for Big Heroes program. It's a program for young adults with special needs who can no longer attend public schools. The Leadership Brownsville Class 34 raised money to rebuild a kitchen to help teach young adults life... more »

• K-Pop Culture Group Gaining Popularity among Valley Fans Play Video

  May 21, 2019 9:59 AM

  MCALLEN – When they first started meeting a year and a half ago to celebrate Korean pop culture, there were only about a handful of members. Now with the booming popularity of the K-pop group known as BTS, things have changed. Korean culture draws members of the RGV... more »

• Comic Con Hype Brings Valley Fandom Community to McAllen Play Video

  May 16, 2019 8:59 AM

  MCALLEN – Regardless of age, cosplayers suited up as their favorite characters. Some went to show off, others went just to see. All intended to make it a fun weekend adventure at South Texas Comic Con in McAllen. Fan boys and girls waited in line to meet... more »

• Texas' Longest Yard Sale Starts in Brownsville Play Video

  May 14, 2019 8:42 AM

  BROWNSVILLE - Texas' longest yard sale starts in Brownsville and stretches north of San Antonio. It started in Brownsville 5 years ago and happens at least one week a year. Here's Rick Diaz with Con Mi Gente. more »

• Historic Rio Grande City Fort Being Brought Back to Life Play Video

  May 9, 2019 9:37 AM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – Bugle calls were part of the life at the historic Fort Ringgold in Rio Grande City. In a special ceremony on the beloved fort grounds, a bugle was used to highlight the next step to revive the property. The Revive Fort Ringgold Committee are... more »

• Stories Behind the Roaring Engines and Heated Chrome at Harlingen Car Show Play Video

  May 7, 2019 8:56 AM

  HARLINGEN – Everybody loves to see classic cars, the ones your parents used to drive. Each owner at the 12 th Annual Downtown Jackson Street Car Show in Harlingen had a story behind their cars and a lot of sentiment. Such as Pablo Gomez who says there’s something... more »

• More Than 400 Take Oath to Become Americans Play Video

  May 2, 2019 10:58 AM

  MCALLEN – In one big ceremony, more than 400 people from around the world took an oath that will forever change their lives. The room was full; every seat was taken. Some friends and family had to watch the ceremony on a giant TV screen in an adjacent room.... more »

• UFO Experts ‘Beam’ Over to Edinburg for Annual Conference Play Video

  April 25, 2019 8:17 AM

  EDINBURG – You mention the subject of unidentified flying objects and people tend to pay attention. Those who believe “the truth is out there” gathered in Edinburg for the annual Out of This World Conference and Festival last month. The three day conference had a variety of UFO... more »

• Local Nature Center to Celebrate Earth Day Play Video

  April 11, 2019 11:19 AM

  WESLACO – For nearly 50 years, a nature preserve in Weslaco celebrates Earth Day. Frontera Audubon Society will host an event to raise awareness about the environment. The director of Frontera Audubon Society, Cris Warren, says they moved their event to Saturday, Apr. 13 because of the Easter... more »

• Quilts of Valor Honors 2 Valley World War II Veterans Play Video

  April 9, 2019 8:10 AM

  RAYMONDVILLE – There were no marching bands or big political speeches. That didn’t stop a group of veterans from honoring two of their own in a special way. Guadalupe Espinosa of Raymondville is 98 years old and Juan Cantu Jr. is 99 from nearby Lasara; they are both... more »

• RGV Livestock Show Benefiting from Volunteers for 80 Years Play Video

  April 2, 2019 11:37 AM

  MERCEDES – The Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show has come and gone. It was a huge success thanks in part to the one group that makes it work every year – the volunteers. It’s a smooth running show with a lot of planning, included in that are 600... more »

• Texas Revolution Flag to be Placed on Exhibit in Brownsville Play Video

  March 28, 2019 11:30 AM

  BROWNSVILLE – A flag from the Texas Revolution has been fully restored and will be put on exhibit in Brownsville. The 187-year-old flag could be the only remaining flag of this era. "This flag is important in world history, national history and Texas history,” says Eugene Fernandez of... more »

• Local Doctor Retiring after 53 Years of Treating McAllen Community Play Video

  March 26, 2019 9:47 AM

  MCALLEN – When he first started practicing medicine, there were three and there were known as the Tavarez Brothers. More than 50 years ago, you’d find them making house calls. Now, Dr. Hiram Tavarez is planning to retire. His office staff and patients are thanking him for... more »

• Local Graffiti Artists Changing the Perspective of the Medium Play Video

  March 21, 2019 10:22 AM

  MCALLEN – To some the word “graffiti” implies vandalism, but others consider it to be the new art. “Nowadays graffiti is a respected art form that is coming off the streets to the homes, to galleries and clothing. So, now graffiti has escalated to a different level,” said Lupe... more »

• Valley Community Gathers to Gain Awareness of South Texas Ocelot Play Video

  March 14, 2019 8:52 AM

  SAN BENITO – Experts say there are only about 80 ocelots in the entire United States. All of them are located in the Rio Grande Valley. The Gladys Porter Zoo, the Friends of Laguna Atascosa Refuge, the Texas Zoo of Victoria and the Longhorn Cattle Company Restaurant hosted... more »

• University Exhibit Showcases Valley’s Role during American Civil War Play Video

  March 12, 2019 8:57 AM

  EDINBURG – Many are unaware the Rio Grande Valley played an important role during the American Civil War. An exhibit called “The Rio Grande Valley Civil War Trail” details more than 60 sites and events that took place in the Valley during the war; as well as a list... more »

• Rio Grande City JROTC Unit Earns Gold Star in Formal Inspection Play Video

  March 7, 2019 10:52 AM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – For the second time, the cadets of the Rio Grande City High School JROTC program will get to wear their gold star. The gold star is a small insignia on their uniform meaning their unit is one of the best in the region or in... more »

• Local Dance School Generating Talent for 50 Years Play Video

  March 5, 2019 9:19 AM

  MCALLEN – A local dance school has generated talent for half a century as a company. Melba Huber loved the art of dancing so much she opened Melba’s Dance School in 1958. Dancers from the school identify themselves as “Melba’s girls”. “They cross train in everything. From... more »

• La Joya ISD Celebrates 30th Year of Honoring Cultural Fine Arts Play Video

  February 28, 2019 9:28 AM

  LA JOYA – For 30 years, the La Joya Independent School District has put on an award winning show. Each year, students find their culture and put it on center stage. Performances range from mariachi, folklorico dances and conjunto music. The program has grown over the years... more »

• Longtime Volunteers Remain Essential to Weslaco Hospital Play Video

  February 26, 2019 8:48 AM

  WESLACO – They’ve given decades of their lives to helping others. They are the volunteer auxiliary members at Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco. You first see them at the information desk where they can quickly find your patient’s room and give you directions. The 85 volunteers are... more »

• Presidential Candidate’s Summer Home in Mission Now Open to Public Play Video

  February 19, 2019 12:04 PM

  MISSION – Three-time presidential candidate William Jennings Bryan once had a summer home in Mission and it is now full restored and open to the public. His home in Lincoln, Nebraska is a museum listed as a national historic landmark. "He ran for president three times. He was... more »

• Wrestling Fans Gather for Weekly ‘Revolution’ in Downtown McAllen Play Video

  February 14, 2019 11:32 AM

  MCALLEN – A historic theatre in downtown McAllen hosts wrestling night every Friday. Both wrestlers and the fans gather at Cine El Rey Theatre on 17 th Street for all the fun. James Dante is a general manager of a group called Wrestling Revolution. “For eight years... more »

• Local Restaurant Celebrates Nearly 70 Years of Serving Italian Cuisines Play Video

  February 12, 2019 10:49 AM

  WESLACO – They started their restaurant with only three tables on their front porch. Sixty-eight years and three generations later, the family came together to celebrate their legacy. Milano’s Restaurant is credited to have introduced pizza to the Rio Grande Valley. “Both of my grandparents and my... more »

• Local Veterans Organize Ceremony for 2nd Purple Heart Recognition Play Video

  February 7, 2019 11:22 AM

  WESLACO – Several local veterans decided to take matters into their own hands to salute a fellow veteran when he was awarded a Purple Heart. Mel Robinson was simply mailed his second Purple Heart after the Department of Defense realized he was wounded twice in Vietnam. Robinson’s son... more »

• 18 Years of High Flying Fun at South Padre Island Kite Festival Play Video

  January 31, 2019 9:56 AM

  SOUTH PADRE ISLAND – If you’re heading to South Padre Island this weekend, be sure to look up at the sky. You may find yourself in the middle of the 18 th Annual Kite Festival. Bill Doan started the festival and he and his wife, Susie, own B&S... more »

• Agency Holds Wild Horses, Burros Adoption Event for Valley Community Play Video

  January 24, 2019 2:06 PM

  MERCEDES – Standing by themselves wild horses look gentle. In fact, they tend to look back at your wondering – what is going on? Crystal Cowan, a wild horse and burro specialist with the Bureau of Land Management, says the animals are brought in from public areas out... more »

• Rio Grande City Trolley Gives Tour of Historic Sites Play Video

  January 17, 2019 11:33 AM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – A local tour allows people to see the history of Rio Grande City. The Bessie Three is an air-conditioned trolley, sponsored by Rio Grande City, the Economic Development Corporation and the Main Street Project. On this tour, people see both historic buildings and modern... more »

• RGV Native Becomes 1st Female Chief of Justice in 13th Court of Appeals Play Video

  January 15, 2019 11:24 AM

  EDINBURG – A Rio Grande Valley woman has taken the oath to become the first female Chief Justice of the 13 th Court of Appeals. Dori Contreras took the oath, which was administered by retiring Chief Justice Roy Valdez. "There are 14 Courts of Appeals and there are... more »

• Santa's Enchanted Forest Brings Families Together Play Video

  December 20, 2018 11:20 AM

  MCALLEN – Once a year right before the holidays, an event called ‘Santa’s Enchanted Forest’ takes place in McAllen. Children have the chance to play in the snow, ride a pony and have their faces painted. The event is geared towards the families so that all can participate.... more »

• Will the Valley Experience Another Snow Day? Play Video

  December 18, 2018 10:26 AM

  WESLACO – This Friday is the official start of winter and the big question on some Rio Grande Valley residents’ mind; will we see snow again this year? It was Christmas Eve 2004 when snow came down in the middle of the night. For us in the Valley, it... more »

• McAllen Shoe Repair Shop Owner Coined ‘Miracle Man’

  September 20, 2018 5:14 PM

  MCALLEN – A McAllen repair shop owner says he’ll continue to do what he loves for years to come. Noel Escobar, whose expertise extends over six decades, works on anything made of leather, including fancy boots, saddles and even luggage. “I worked for the Womeldorf’s [Sporting Goods] for about 13... more »

• Rio Grande City to Restore Stories Entombed at Historic Cemetery; Part II Play Video

  June 14, 2018 8:57 AM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – Rich history is buried in the grounds of Rio Grande City. Rick Diaz took us on a tour of one of the city’s historic cemeteries that is in need of maintenance. Starry County historian R.C. Salinas also showed us another cemetery in the downtown area. Each... more »

• Rio Grande City to Restore Stories Entombed at Historic Cemetery Play Video

  June 12, 2018 12:15 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – Efforts are underway to restore two historic cemeteries at Rio Grande City. R.C. Salinas, a former educator, guided us through the Catholic Cemetery along 6th Street. “The tomb of the first doctor born in South Texas, Dr. Mary Ann Headley Edgerton, is buried here,” he says.... more »

• 90 Years of Prayer at Rio Grande City Grotto Play Video

  May 10, 2018 2:35 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – The Rio Grande City Grotto is celebrating its 90th anniversary. It was originally built to bring unity to a town. It is now a popular place of worship where people pray and meditate. CHANNEL 5’s Rick Diaz makes a visit and meets with several of the... more »

• Valley Families Tracking Their Family Trees Play Video

  April 17, 2018 11:44 AM

  HARLINGEN – A renewed interest in ancestry has prompted several people to trace their family tree. Some use traditional methods to find who their relatives were, others use the internet and DNA tests. In the Rio Grande Valley, families are contributing their photos and information at an exhibit at the... more »

• Former Rainbo Bread Plant Workers Invited to Special Celebration Play Video

  March 13, 2018 11:18 AM

  HARLINGEN – A group of former Rainbo Bread plant workers was invited to a special celebration by the owners of a Harlingen restaurant. The old plant closed down nearly a decade ago. It was purchased and turned into the home of Texas Bar-B-Que and Watering Hole. The owners of the... more »

• Thousands Attend 15th Annual Kite Festival Play Video

  March 1, 2018 10:32 AM

  SOUTH PADRE ISLAND – Kites flying is a sight to see and crowds show up every year for the Kite Festival in South Padre Island. The festival is sponsored by the city and local business B&S Kites. The owner of B&S Kites says making kites was a hobby of his... more »

• End of an Era: Last Blockbuster in Texas Closes Play Video

  February 8, 2018 11:23 AM

  EDINBURG – It’s an end of an era. The last Blockbuster in Texas closed its doors last month. It was a place where millions would go and rent their movies. No matter what movie, you could find it at the video store. “Yes sir, it is. It’s sad,” Rick Cavazos... more »

• Family-Owned Pizzeria Brings Taste of Chicago to Pharr Play Video

  February 1, 2018 11:04 AM

  PHARR – For about two decades, Carl and Patty Scalise worked side-by-side in the restaurant business. However, these days they now operate their own pizzeria. They named their new venture Scalisi’s Chicago Style Pizza and More and opened it in Pharr. “I was born and raised in Chicago. Went to... more »

• Experimento de Estudiantes del Valle Será Lanzado al Espacio por la NASA

  January 27, 2018 12:03 PM

  PHARR – Un grupo de estudiantes de Pharr están teniendo una oportunidad única en la vida, su experimento será lanzada al espacio. Los camarones sintéticos de Salmuera de los estudiantes de la preparatoria de onceavo grado de la Thomas Jefferson T-STEM del Distritos Independientes de San Juan, Phar y Alamo,... more »

• Deer Find Sanctuary in Port Mansfield Play Video

  December 19, 2017 10:13 AM

  PORT MANSFIELD – There is an area in Willacy County that serves as a sanctuary for an animal with hooves and antlers. It’s a drive to find the area in Port Mansfield. First you go to Raymondville, then you make a right on Highway 186 and you are still 29... more »

• Brownsville Woman Displays Hundreds of Nativities Play Video

  December 5, 2017 11:48 AM

  BROWNSVILLE - Many people are beginning to decorate their home for the holidays, but one Brownsville woman has been making preparations for weeks. Emma Rios said it takes her almost a month to put up her collection of nativities. “Last night, we counted them and we have 458,” she said.... more »

• Family, Friends Continue Tamale Tradition Decades Later Play Video

  November 28, 2017 11:43 AM

  BROWNSVILLE – The making of Christmas tamales is a tradition a group of family and friends in Brownsville have stuck with for more than 60 years. The tamaleras gather every year to start cooking the traditional food. Some have been there from the beginning. “I’m a 103, been here for... more »

• Historic Mural Restored in Port Isabel Play Video

  November 9, 2017 10:18 AM

  PORT ISABEL – Charles Champion was built around 1899 and some say the history of Port Isabel started with the building. A giant mural that covers an entire wall was restored recently. It covers the front of the entire two floors. Artist Angel Hernandez of Harlingen was commissioned to do... more »

• Willacy Co. Ranch Owners Put Together Autumn Adventure Play Video

  October 31, 2017 12:25 PM

  SANTA MONICA – A place in Willacy County is helping families celebrate the fall season with hayrides, browse a pumpkin patch and meet special guests. It's the second year that Brian Schalk and his family have offered their Autumn Adventure. “Through several years, we’ve offered tours of our animals to... more »

• Valley Group Refuses to Forget La Matanza of 1915 Play Video

  October 26, 2017 2:07 PM

  SAN BENITO – A new marker sanctioned by the Texas Historical Commission is bringing light to a dark time in Rio Grande Valley history. The plaque, off of southbound Exit 16 along I-69E near San Benito, was unveiled Saturday, Oct. 14 to commemorate the killing of hundreds of Mexicans and... more »

• Leo Najo Old Timers Baseball Celebrate Annual Reunion Play Video

  October 24, 2017 12:37 PM

  MISSION – The 46th Annual Leo Najo Old Timers Baseball reunion took place earlier this month honoring Rio Grande Valley baseball heroes. This year the special guests were members of the Little League Baseball team from Monterrey, Mexico. Sixty years ago, in 1957, they won the Little League World Series.... more »

• Families Request Memorial Markers for Loved Ones Play Video

  September 28, 2017 10:48 AM

  WESLACO – Memorials placed at the sites of tragedies along streets are becoming a tradition in the Rio Grande Valley. It’s a family’s last tribute to a loved one who died in a horrible accident. The Texas Department of Transportation can authorize the memorials if a family member of the... more »

• Residents Share Memories of Hurricane Beulah Aftermath Play Video

  September 19, 2017 11:32 AM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – In September 1967, Hurricane Beulah caused major flooding and 115 tornadoes leaving destruction behind in the Rio Grande Valley. Rio Grande City residents came together during this 50-year anniversary to remember how the storm brought them all together. They set up a special exhibit at the... more »

• Mother, Daughter Celebrate Milestone Birthdays Play Video

  August 31, 2017 1:38 PM

  WESLACO – A Rio Grande Valley mother and daughter celebrated milestone birthdays with family and friends. The occasion was to highlight Margarita Garcia, who turned 100 year old, and her daughter, Guillermina Navarro, who’s now 80. Their relative showcased pictures of Guillermina and Margarita in their earlier years. “She’s her... more »

• McAllen Urban Sanctuary Hosts Geological Event Play Video

  August 24, 2017 1:38 PM

  MCALLEN – The McAllen urban sanctuary usually sets up events throughout the year to educate the community about nature. They recently held a special summer event for families to learn about geology. The Quinta Mazatlan set up tables with rocks for visitors to draw on and take home. “We actually... more »

• Edinburg HEB Park Serves as Home to Valley’s Soccer Team Play Video

  August 17, 2017 11:40 AM

  EDINBURG – The new HEB Park in Edinburg is home to the Rio Grande Valley’s semi-pro soccer team – the FC Toros of the United Soccer League – and the team brings in the crowds. The people filling up the seats said they come to the games because of the... more »

• 3 Local Churches Celebrate 50th Anniversary Play Video

  August 15, 2017 12:41 PM

  LYFROD – Several Rio Grande Valley churches came together this year to celebrate their 50th anniversary with parishioners. The churches of St. Martin of Tours of Sebastian and Santa Monica of Santa Monica joined Prince of Peace in celebration at Lyford. “Today is our 50th anniversary. So, we are gathered... more »

• Local String Musicians Go Pop Play Video

  July 13, 2017 4:41 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – When someone usually sees a group of musicians with a violin, a cello or any other string instrument, they will more than likely think that they play classical music. Which is probably true, but listen to Dr. Katy Ducker and some of her former students perform together and... more »

• Empleado del Primer McDonald’s en el Valle del Rio Grande ha Coleccionado Recuerdos Durante Décadas Play Video

  June 27, 2017 5:43 PM

  PHARR – En 1974, Fred Del Barrio se unió al personal del primer restaurante McDonald’s en el Valle del Rio Grande. El restaurante abrió en Pharr en El Centro Mall. Más de 40 años después, Del Barrio, ahora propietario/administrador de 13 restaurantes McDonald’s, tiene una amplia colección de recuerdos. La... more »

• Employee of First McDonald’s in RGV Collecting Memorabilia for Decades Play Video

  June 27, 2017 1:15 PM

  PHARR – In 1974, Fred Del Barrio joined the crew of the first McDonald’s restaurant in the Rio Grande Valley. It opened in Pharr at El Centro Mall. More than 40 years later, Del Barrio, now an owner/operator of 13 McDonald’s restaurants, has a large collection of memorabilia. The collection... more »

• Cadetes JROTC del Valle Asisten a Campamento para Líderes

  June 22, 2017 8:41 AM

  HARLINGEN – Más de 200 estudiantes de Roma a Brownsville están participando en el Campamento de Liderazgo Juvenil en la Academia Militar Marina de Harlingen. “Este es un campamento de 4 días en el que hacemos natación, rapel, tobogán, fosa de lodo. Hacemos navegación terrestre y tenemos un curso de... more »

• JROTC Cadets Across RGV Busy at Leadership Camp Play Video

  June 22, 2017 8:11 AM

  HARLINGEN – More than 200 students from Roma to Brownsville are participating in the Junior Leadership Camp at Marine Military Academy in Harlingen. "This is a four-day camp that we do swimming, repelling, slide of life, mud pit. We do land navigation. We do leadership reaction course,” explained Lt. Col.... more »

• Distrito Escolar de Edinburg Presenta a Residente de 87 Años con Diploma Honorario Play Video

  June 20, 2017 4:43 PM

  EDINBURG – Dolia González se encontraba entre una multitud de estudiantes en la Preparatoria Edinburg. Dos meses antes de su cumpleaños número 88, ella estaba haciendo algo que nunca esperaba. Usar una toga y birrete. Estaba a punto de recibir un diploma honorario de preparatoria. El Superintendente del Distrito Escolar... more »

• Edinburg CISD Presents 87-Year-old with Honorary Diploma Play Video

  June 20, 2017 1:14 PM

  EDINBURG – Dolia Gonzalez stood in a crowd of seniors at Edinburg High School. Two months shy of her 88th birthday, she was doing something she never expected. Wearing a red graduation gown and mortarboard, she was about to receive an honorary high school diploma. Edinburg CISD Superintendent Rene Gutierrez... more »

• Antiguos Vestidos de Novia están en Exhibición en Weslaco Play Video

  June 15, 2017 5:46 PM

  WESLACO – El Museo de Weslaco está ofreciendo un evento de remembranza para varias novias. Una nueva exhibición presenta los vestidos de novia desde la década de los 1920 hasta el presente. Varios miembros de la comunidad contribuyeron para este evento. “Se corrió la voz y comenzaron a traer vestidos.... more »

• Wedding Dresses From Across the Decades on Exhibit in Weslaco Play Video

  June 15, 2017 12:07 PM

  WESLACO – The Weslaco Museum is offering a walk down memory lane for several brides. A new exhibit highlights wedding dresses from the 1920s to the present. Several community members contributed to the display. “Word got out and they started bringing dresses in,” said Wade Marcum, the Weslaco Museum executive... more »

• Las Quinceañeras de la Ciudad de San Benito Play Video

  June 13, 2017 5:36 PM

  SAN BENITO - Es una tradición hispana que se remonta por generaciones. El cumpleaños número quince y celebrar la quinceañera para las niñas. La Quinceañera es una fiesta para celebrar la llegada a la juventud y en San Benito hay una escuela que está ayudando a decenas de niñas a... more »

• Coalition Promoting Travel on Ruta 54 Play Video

  June 8, 2017 4:31 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – A group in Starr County is trying to bring back the main highway from Monterrey, Mexico to Roma. It’s called Ruta 54, or Route 54, initiative. Roberto Salinas, mayor of Roma, said they recently held a third meeting. “This is a coalition of mayors and business... more »

• Brownsville Dancing Competition Now In Its 10th Year Play Video

  June 6, 2017 1:29 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – A dance competition for Brownsville students kicked off with elementary students hitting the dance floor first. Dr. Rebecca Rendon with the Brownsville ISD Fine Arts Department put together the dance competition 10 years ago. First, it was at the elementary schools and then went on to middle and... more »

• RGV Vixens One of Valley’s Female Football Teams

  June 1, 2017 11:22 AM

  HARLINGEN – When Mara Tatum first talked to her husband about playing football, he said he didn’t want her to play. She said, “Then after some thought, he told me, ‘You know what? Don't let anybody tell you what to do, not even me.’” Tatum is now a player with... more »

• Veterano es Galardonado con Corazón Púrpura Play Video

  May 30, 2017 5:33 PM

  WESLACO – La Agencia del Envejecimiento del Área y la Administración del Seguro Social celebró su 20º evento anual para los centenarios. "Cada año tenemos un evento donde se reconoce la logros de los individuos que tienen cien años de edad," dijo Joe González, director de la agencia. El evento... more »