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The Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce‘s Leadership Mid Valley is celebrating 15 years. The eight-month program seeks to both identify and motivate emerging leaders. It also develops potential for community leadership by exposing participants to the realities, opportunities and issues the community may face. Leadership Mid Valley consists of monthly meetings that focus on one particular industry or topic. These include agriculture, history, healthcare, economics, media and more. In addition,…

Public Invited to Design New Community

January 10, 2020

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Killam Development is inviting the public to participate in a series of design workshops the week of Jan. 13-17 to help plan a new community near Sharyland Plantation. In a unique, hands-on design experience, people of all ages will help make decisions about quality of life issues. This includes walking and biking trails, park space, access to entertainment and more. Consultants from Able City and Dover, Kohl & Partners will…

New McAllen Website Promotes Encourages Health

January 9, 2020

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Community Community Events Featured Giving Back News Comments

The McAllen Mayor’s Wellness Council has officially launched its website livewellmcallen.com as a one-stop shop resource for health and wellness information. The city’s health and well-being council is part of the city’s efforts to change the perception of McAllen as an obese and unhealthy community, One active feature of livewellmcallen.com is a calendar listing of health-related activities. Additionally, anyone hosting a wellness activity of any kind may submit their event…

McAllen Library to Host “Max & Ruby” Author

January 7, 2020

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Rosemary Wells, the creator of the ever-popular Max & Ruby children’s show and books, will present at the McAllen Public Library on Jan. 10 to more than 600 school children from throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Classes were selected based on teacher video submissions telling why their students should meet the author and illustrator. Public event Jan. 11 The public may also attend a special event, “Read to Your Bunny,”…

Harlingen EDC Supports Moving Business

December 25, 2019

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Featured Manufacturing/Industrial News Comments

Texas Plating & Polishing Solutions recently received a $25,000 New Investment Incentive from the Harlingen EDC. The funds will help cover moving costs to TPPS’s new facility in the Harlingen Industrial Park. TPPS provides chrome, polish and nickel for the plastic injection mold industry. The company services customers both in the United States and in Mexico. It creates molds for automotive, appliance and medical companies. Owner and President Jose J.…

EMS Students Go Hands On With Extrication Day

December 23, 2019

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Education Featured Healthcare News Comments

It was quite an experience for Pedro Casillas and more than 40 of his peers as they helped save lives in a mock two-vehicle accident. It was part of Texas State Technical College Emergency Medical Services program‘s recent Extrication Day. “This was a great opportunity to practice what I’ve learned in the classroom,” said Casillas. “It was exciting to be able to showcase our skills to the local first responders who…

Weslaco Chamber Announces New Board

December 20, 2019

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Three new members are now on the Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce board of directors for the 2019-2020 fiscal year. Robert Donalson of Texas Regional Bank, Alejandra Montenegro of Frost Bank and Omar Rodriguez of Rio Bank all accepted the nominations to serve a three-year term. Donalson is a loan officer at Texas Regional Bank in Weslaco. He is a graduate of Leadership Mid Valley XI and served on the…

Unique Projects Trains Future Alzheimer’s Caregivers

December 19, 2019

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Education Healthcare News Comments

It might seem unusual to see drawings of utensils or constant safety reminders around the home. Yet, these can be beneficial when caring for a loved one or patient with Alzheimer’s. These helpful visual cues can make the difference from a patient. Photos and other reminders can aid a patient in completing a task instead of experiencing frustration or confusion. South Texas College Occupational Therapy Assistant Program students recently had…

Trenton Crossing Welcomes Exotic Berry Frozen Yogurt

December 18, 2019

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Featured Food & Entertainment News Comments

Exotic Berry Frozen Yogurt is leasing 1,453 square feet at Trenton Crossing in McAllen and plans to open in the spring. Trenton Crossing Shopping Center at North 10th Street and West Trenton Road offers both retail and office space. One of the metro area’s four Target stores anchors the center. Other major retailers include Marshalls, Ross, Bealls, Hobby Lobby and PetSmart. Exotic Berry Frozen Yogurt offers a variety of healthy…

Brownsville FTZ Ranks Third in Nation

December 16, 2019

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