Author Archives: VBR

McAllen Public Library hosts its World Languages Festival at the Main Library at 4001 North 23rd Street on March 23 from noon to 3 p.m. The international event offers attendees a taste of global diversity through storytelling, food, art, music and performances. The award-winning festival, now in its fourth year, has earned recognition for its celebration of global cultures. Attendees can experience a diverse lineup of activities, including collaborations with…

UTRGV School of Medicine Grant Funds Expansion

March 14, 2024

VBR

e-Brief Features Education Healthcare News Comments

Resident physician opportunities at the UTRGV School of Medicine will soon be expanded by a $17.5 million grant from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. The funding spans the 2024-2025 academic year and bolsters expansion of the UTRGV School of Medicine’s Graduate Medical Education programs by offering new residency options within the community. The School of Medicine’s goal is to increase its resident training capacity by academic year 2025 with…

TPW Authorizes New Cameron County State Park

March 9, 2024

VBR

Featured Government News Recreation & Tourism Comments

Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission recently authorized the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to pursue acquisition of approximately 477 acres for a new state park in exchange for approximately 43 noncontiguous acres from Boca Chica State Park. “This is an exciting opportunity to acquire land that has been of interest to us and the conservation community for many years,” said TPWD Executive Director David Yoskowitz. “We look forward to working…

STC Offers College Credit Opportunity for EMTs

March 7, 2024

VBR

e-Brief Features Education News Comments

In response to the need for more trained paramedics in the health care sector, South Texas College is gearing up to launch an accelerated eight-week program catered to certified Emergency Medical Technicians lacking college credit. This new opportunity will allow existing EMS personnel, who earned their certification through non-accredited proprietary schools, to fast-track their education toward advanced EMT training and a Paramedic Associate of Applied Science. “We see many EMTs struggle to advance…

PNC Adventure Day Returns to IMAS

March 7, 2024

VBR

Arts Community Events e-Brief Features News Comments

PNC Adventure Day returns to the International Museum of Art & Science on March 13, celebrating young children and their families with a day of interactive learning and entertainment. The free event, supported by PNC Bank, is an opportunity for families with children aged 6 and under to explore the wonders of early childhood education. Attendees will have access to valuable resources on early childhood learning and will have the…

Pharr EDC Foundation Scholarship Accepting Applications

March 5, 2024

VBR

Community Education Featured News Comments

The Pharr EDC Foundation’s scholarship application period is now open and accepting applications for students graduating in the 2023-2024 academic year. The scholarship was established to help students pursuing higher education at the vocational, trade, technical or any university level fund the tuition and get the skills they need to secure prosperous careers. Applicants must be Pharr residents and applications close on March 14 at 5 p.m. Candidates can visit…

UTRGV Acquires H-E-B Park

March 3, 2024

VBR

Community Education Featured News Recreation & Tourism Comments

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley has acquired H-E-B Park, designating the venue as the primary home for the upcoming Vaqueros football program. The announcement came during a recent press conference at H-E-B Park, now to be referred to as UTRGV Stadium. Since 2017, the venue had served as the home of the Rio Grande Valley FC Toros of the United Soccer League. The organization ceased operations in December…

Tickets for Night at the Brew-seum Now on Sale

February 29, 2024

VBR

Community Events e-Brief Features News Comments

Tickets are now on sale for the International Museum of Art & Science’s 16th annual Night at the Brew-seum presented by Clark Chevrolet and Clark Knapp Honda taking place on April 13. This fundraiser benefits the IMAS and supports year-round art and science education in the Rio Grande Valley. The beer festival celebrates the region’s ever-growing dedication to and curiosity for the world’s oldest fermented beverage. Night at the Brew-seum…

MFE Launches New Nonstop to Cancun

February 29, 2024

VBR

e-Brief Features News Transportation & Travel Comments

McAllen International Airport has partnered with Volaris to announce its newest nonstop route to Cancun, Mexico. Already on sale, this new partnership will connect two key destinations for tourism and business starting on July 3 with two weekly departures (Wednesday and Saturdays). “McAllen’s newest partnership with Volaris to launch air service to a world class destination like Cancun reinforces our commitment to develop strong economic ties with Mexico and beyond,”…

Windsor Reveals Newly Renovated Facility

February 24, 2024

VBR

Featured Healthcare News Comments

Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Raymondville recently unveiled to the public its newly remodeled skilled facility at 1700 South Expressway 77. The ceremony incorporated speeches from the administrator Joe Longoria, Regency Integrated Health Services Senior VP of Operations Matt Triplett, family members speaking highly of the facility and care provided to their loved ones, Mayor Gilbert Gonzales and Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Elma Chavez. After the ceremony, guests…