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Registration Open For Pharr Veterans Parade

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Pharr Salute to Veterans Parade and Fireworks event

Registration is now open for the City of Pharr’s annual Pharr Salute to Veterans Parade and Fireworks event. The parade will take place at 4:30 p.m. Nov. 6 in Downtown Pharr (118 South Cage Blvd.). The Fireworks Show will begin at 8 p.m. Businesses and organizations that would like to participate in this year’s parade can register online. Groups can register as vehicle only, vehicle with trailer/float, walking/marching group or animal/equestrian…

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Fiesta de Palmas Pumpkin Patch Gives Back

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Fiesta de Palmas welcomes its first pumpkin patch to the annual cultural festival Oct. 22-24. The “Fiesta Fun Pumpkin Patch” will offer attendees the chance to get an Instagramable photo opportunity and purchase a pumpkin, as well. Fiesta de Palmas is giving back with 100 percent of the proceeds going to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. “Fiesta de Palmas’ philanthropic efforts are rooted in the City of McAllen’s purpose of providing high…

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Fiesta de Palmas Announces Musical Line-Up

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Scenes from Fiesta de Palmas in 2019. (City of McAllen photo)

Fiesta de Palmas recently announced its upcoming musical lineup for the festival taking place Oct. 22-24. The local talent will take center stage on the McAllen Performing Arts Center stage and Sunset Stage at the McAllen Convention Center throughout the weekend. This year, the festival is celebrating and supporting talent from all across the Rio Grande Valley, making these local artists and bands the official headliners. The weekend kicks off…

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McAllen Invites Community To Be Part Of Holiday Parade

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The final float with Santa and his reindeer at the McAllen Holiday Parade.

Organizers of the McAllen Holiday Parade are inviting the community to come be a part of the celebration and help bring the parade to life. A recent announcement included the return of the McAllen Holiday Parade sweepstakes, volunteer opportunities and seating options. The parade will step off at 6 p.m. Dec. 4 from the McAllen Veterans Memorial Stadium, 2001 N. Bicentennial Blvd. Celebrities Mario Lopez and Julian Gil will serve…

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Hidalgo County Holds Jewelry Auction

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Hidalgo County jewelry auction

Hidalgo County will hold a Webcast Auction of court awarded jewelry at the Hidalgo County Administration Building Purchasing Department Sept. 16. Buyers must register with AMT Auctions at amtauctions.com. Bidding starts on Sept. 15 at 10 a.m. and ends when the last item sells. Potential buyers may view items in person at the Purchasing Department Sept. 15, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed noon- 1 p.m.). The building address…

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Valley Environmental Summit Coming to SPI

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Valley Environmental Summit

The Valley Environmental Coalition hosts the 12th annual Valley Environmental Summit Oct. 1, 2021 at the South Padre Island Convention Centre. “Sailing Towards a Cleaner Environment” brings people together to identify environmental issues within the Rio Grande Valley. In addition attendees work to develop solutions to those issues. The summit is open to the general public, political leaders, neighborhood associations, non-profits, businesses and students. The event has multiple speakers in…

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City of McAllen Hosts 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

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City of McAllen officials and the McAllen Fire Department will host a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony Sept. 11 at 9 a.m. at the McAllen Central Fire Station, 201 N. 21st Street. The public is invited to join the McAllen Fire Department and first responders as they pay tribute to those that gave it all so others may live. City leaders will make remarks on the anniversary of 9/11 during the Remembrance…

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Salvation Army Feeds First Responders Sept. 10

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The Salvation Army in Harlingen will provide an appreciation luncheon for all first responders Sept. 10 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is completely free for any and all first responders in the community. The Salvation Army asks any first responders not in uniform to present their credentials. First responders may eat inside the facilities at 119 E. Monroe in Harlingen or they can take it with them.…

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McAllen Holiday Parade Returns in December

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(photo USAF Honor Guard)

McAllen city officials recently announced the return of the McAllen Holiday Parade for Dec. 4. Stepping off the parade at 6 p.m. at McAllen Veterans Memorial Stadium is the U.S. Air Force Parade Element Honor Guard and Drill Team. “A lead step-off sets the tone of the parade and creates excitement for the rest of the floats and bands as they march down the parade route,ˮ said McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos. …

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UTRGV Athletics Hosts Youth Clinics, Matches

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The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and City of Brownsville will soon be hosting youth clinics and athletic events, all of which are presented by Chick-fil-A Boca Chica. The women’s soccer team will host a free youth clinic on Aug. 13 from 4:30-6:15 p.m. followed by an intrasquad match at 7 p.m. at Brownsville Sports Park. The clinic is open to girls ages 10-18 who are…

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