Sharon O’Leary was hired at South Texas College in 1999 to start the college’s music program. Now, 26 years later, the program is going strong, and she has been named Faculty of the Year for largely contributing to its growth. “I cried when saw I had been named Faculty of the Year,” said O’Leary. “Since 2008, my Department Chair Daniel Cather has been nominating me and this year, I told…
The Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Edinburg, will host the 2026 State of the 956 Legislative Luncheon on Jan. 21. The annual State of the 956 luncheon brings together regional leaders, policymakers, business owners and community stakeholders to discuss public affairs and issues affecting the Rio Grande Valley. Attendees will hear from elected officials representing the region on legislative priorities, economic development initiatives and…
The Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will host Ramiro A. Cavazos, president and CEO of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, as its keynote speaker for the second annual “Manual for Success” men’s conference and expo on Nov. 5 at the Memorial Event Center in Edinburg. Cavazos leads the nation’s largest business advocacy organization for Hispanic communities, bringing decades of experience in business development, leadership and community…
DHR Health Brownsville invites the community to take charge of their health and celebrate the season in a healthy way with their first ever Fall Fest and Health Fair on Oct. 25. The 8 a.m.-to-noon event takes place at the DHR Health Brownsville Hospital at 4750 North Expressway 77. The free, family-friendly event will provide a range of activities for children, including a costume contest and the Brownsville Police Department’s…
Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System will be accepting and disposing of prescription medications from the community during the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Oct. 24. Individuals (not only veterans) can use the local VA facilities in Harlingen and McAllen to dispose of unused controlled substance prescription medications. VA holds Medication Take Back Days to align with the bi-annual U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration National Prescription Take Back…
At the southernmost point of Texas, where the Rio Grande meets the Gulf, the Port of Brownsville is driving a new era of growth and opportunity. Vessels, trains and trucks traverse the port’s industrial landscape, signaling more than just cargo in motion. This is the economic engine driving the Rio Grande Valley’s economy. As the only deepwater seaport located on the U.S.-Mexico border, the Port of Brownsville has become a…
The Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is now accepting registrations for its six-session business development program for entrepreneurs and small business owners. The program begins Nov. 11 in collaboration with South Texas College, the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Small Business Development Center, Olive Marketing and Leadership Empowerment Group. The program covers essential topics for business growth, including leadership, team development, branding, marketing, social media strategy and…
Fiesta de Palmas takes place this weekend, Oct. 17-19, at the McAllen Convention Center, bringing with it three days of live music, international food, family fun and performances that bring the community together. Drawing thousands of attendees each year, the festival shines a spotlight on the Rio Grande Valley as a hub for arts, culture and entertainment. As South Texas’ largest cultural music festival, the music lineup includes a mix…
The International Museum of Art & Science invites the community to honor loved ones and celebrate cultural traditions at its annual Día de los Muertos Festival & Market on Oct. 11 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The festival is a day-long celebration of art, music, food and community. General admission includes access to the festival, hands-on activities including a community piñata-fied mural, the museum’s exhibits, artisan vendors and the…
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce has named Mayor Ramiro Garza Jr. and Veronica Gonzales as the recipients of the 2025 Man and Woman of the Year Awards. Both honorees will be recognized at the chamber’s Centennial Installation and Awards Banquet on Nov. 1. Mayor Ramiro Garza Jr. Born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley, Mayor Ramiro Garza Jr. has served the City of Edinburg for more than two decades.…