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Edinburg husband and wife team create bilingual book of poetry inspired by regional music
Prominent not only in the Rio Grande Valley but throughout the southwest, mariachi music remains a powerful influence in Mexican culture as a colorful and engaging form of art. → Read More
Fajita Cookoff: Traditional event features music festival, fierce cooking competition on Sunday
Are you familiar with the origins of the fajita? Coveted as the traditional backyard barbecue staple in South Texas, the Fajita Cookoff pays tribute to the fajita, right down to the bare bones of its birthplace. → Read More
Alex Reymundo to perform Saturday at Cine El Rey in McAllen
One of the original Latin Kings of Comedy, Alex Reymundo, will take the stage starting at 9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at Cine El Rey in McAllen. Reymundo was winner of the ALMA (American Latino Arts Award) in 2007 for his comedy special “Alex Reymundo Hick-Spanic: Live in Albuquerque” and host of two comedy specials airing on Showtime and Comedy Central. With over 20 years of experience, the… → Read More
La Mexicana Burger bestseller at McAllen food truck spot
According to The Mighty Truck owners, Santiago and Amaryllis Gomez, their La Mexicana burger is their best-selling burger. → Read More
'Karing for Kamii': Benefit fashion show being held for local aspiring model with cystic fibrosis
Kamicka “Kamii” Ray Guerra is like any other 20-year-old. She has hopes, dreams and plans for her future, including becoming a professional model. The only difference between Guerra and most aspiring models is that Guerra has to tote an oxygen tank to photo shoots. → Read More
Tribute to Texas History: UTPA professor publishes book of essays detailing Hispanic presence in old Texas
You don’t have to be from Texas to recognize the legendary battle cry, “Remember the Alamo!” → Read More
City of Alamo to host third annual Watermelon Festival this weekend
What better way to celebrate Memorial Day weekend than surrounding yourself with live music, family, friends and a traditional watermelon eating contest? → Read More
‘Fit and Fearless’: McAllen resident needs community support to advance in ‘Men’s Health’ Magazine contest
McAllen resident, Robert Lopez, is a candidate for “Men’s Health” Magazine’s “Ultimate Guy Search.” According to the contest rules, “Men’s Health” judges are searching for a man who is “fit and fearless” and “a doer who gives back and leads by example.” The winner of the contest will receive the “ultimate” prize package of appearing on the cover of the November issue of “Men’s Health” and a… → Read More
A New Beginning: Surrendered dog given second chance through foster care, compassion
In classical mythology, a phoenix signifies rebirth — used symbolically to represent a person or thing as uniquely remarkable in some respect. For one lucky dog surrendered to Palm Valley Animal Center in Edinburg, her journey in finding a home parallels the mythical bird's rise from the ashes. → Read More
Roll, Shuffle and Play: International TableTop Day comes to McAllen Saturday
Get ready to pass go and sink some battleships! International TableTop Day is assembling in the Valley on Saturday. → Read More
Brew-seum: Annual week-long celebration brings in more food, select beers and special events
Entering into its seventh year, the International Museum of Art and Science is hosting the annual “A Night at the Brew-seum” at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 11, at the museum in McAllen. → Read More
MLK Day at Cine El Rey: Community invited to participate in the fifth annual day of remembrance
In celebration of the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the Rio Grande Valley community is invited to participate at the fifth annual MLK Day at Cine El Rey from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 19, at Cine El Rey in McAllen. → Read More
Longtime ‘Monitor’ community editor dies
McALLEN — Carolina “Queenie” Pemelton, longtime community editor for The Monitor, died Thursday at Amara Hospice in Edinburg after a 12-year battle with cancer. She was 61. → Read More
A Year in Fashion: Local fashion designer marks one year anniversary with international fashion show
Had you told Danielle Salinas a year ago she’d be presenting her fashion line Maison de Papillon in Paris as part of the oldest, most prestigious lingerie fashion show in the world, she probably would not have believed you. → Read More
McAllen’s New Year’s Eve Bash 2015 set for Wednesday
Third annual event to feature more musical groups, massive fireworks display → Read More
'The One I Wrote For You': San Antonio indie film set to air in select cities across Texas
Filmed, produced and edited entirely in San Antonio, indie film The One I Wrote For You will be released today at Cinemark Hollywood USA in McAllen. It will have multiple show times throughout the week. → Read More
‘Live. Love. Bark.’ — Palm Valley Animal Center to host second annual PAWS Fest! Saturday
Palm Valley Animal Center is hosting their second annual PAWS Fest! Benefit Concert from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at Edinburg Municipal Park. The fest will benefit the campaign for RGV PAWS: Pet Adoption & Wellness Services, a No-Kill Facility. Cover is $10 per vehicle on the day of the event. → Read More
Lemuria: New York-based indie rock band to perform in McAllen tonight
Indie rock band Lemuria has spent the last 10 years touring throughout the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. Embarking on their 2014 tour, they will be performing several shows in Texas, including San Antonio, Austin, Houston, Corpus Christi and the Rio Grande Valley. Their starting Texas performance will be held tonight at Cine El Rey in McAllen. They’ll be sharing the stage with… → Read More
Art Therapy: The Bridges Assisted Living Center implements art as form of therapy
“It looks like a clown,” remarked Bridges resident Leona Marques, smiling up at her painting from her wheelchair. The 89-year-old’s masterpiece stood on display at Bridges Assisted Living Center in Edinburg for an art show provided by the staff on Monday, Oct. 27. → Read More
Lionel Richie set to perform Sunday at State Farm Arena
Time to dust off those polyester sports coats and velour tracksuits, Valleyites. Lionel Richie is coming to Hidalgo and he’s prepared to groove you … all night long. → Read More