Working at home as a full-time wife and mother has been recognized as an honorable and rewarding job, as well as one of the most difficult. And, unfortunately, it does not come with a paycheck. Vanessa Cantu of Brownsville watched her husband, Norberto, go to work each day as a driver for a car dealership as she cared for their three sons. Despite his commitment to his job, they struggled…
South Texas College continues to expand its reach across the border with its fourth Dual Credit Programs partnership that will make a college education more affordable and accessible to high school students in Reynosa. The Non-Resident Memorandum of Understanding notes that the objective is to guide juniors and seniors at Integrity School toward general education, or core completion, while in high school. The partnership will help them gain a foundation…
The McAllen Convention Center hosts a Critical Incident and “Stop the Bleed” Training on Oct. 14, geared towards festival and event organizers, and venue operators. The event features Mark Herrera, director of Education for the International Association of Venue Managers. As part of his duties, Mark teaches Situational Awareness-Mindset training aimed at giving venues the tools to be safer and more secure. “Given recent incidences at events around the world, this…
Situated along one of our nation’s most prominent international trade corridors, the Rio Grande Valley and its workforce have helped the state of Texas maintain its position as the nation’s number one exporter — a title that the state has proudly held for 18 consecutive years — and something the Rio Grande Valley Partnership is committed to continuing. As I embark on my new journey serving as the CEO of…
Innovation Arts & Entertainment recently announced the return of Broadway in McAllen, consisting of topflight, live stage entertainment based at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. Broadway in McAllen brings the Best of Touring Broadway direct from New York, including for the nine-time Tony Award Winning Best Musical “The Book of Mormon.” The season includes: Postmodern Jukebox – Nov. 27 On Your Feet – Dec. 12 Illusionists Magic of the Holidays…
The Independent Bankers Association of Texas recently honored Lone Star National Bank of McAllen with two Best of Community Banking Awards. Lone Star National Bank received a Gold Eagle award for its “Secret Teller” bank culture entry and a Gold Eagle award for its “Cowboy Cash Saving Habits” financial literacy entry. The Secret Teller program’s inspiration comes from Lone Star National Bank’s values as a company. Secret Teller features the…
Dr. Sarajini Bose of Ashley Pediatrics Day and Night Clinic, was named the 2022 Outstanding Community Partner by the Office of the Governor. Dr. Ashley Bose, family medicine doctor at Ashley Pediatrics, accepted the award on behalf of the clinic recently at the Governor’s Small Business Series event on South Padre Island. Ronnie Larralde, executive director of the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce, nominated Ashley Pediatrics and Bose for the award.…
Mario Lizcano, administrator of Corporate Affairs at DHR Health, is the new president of the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce board of directors. Lizcano’s term began on Oct. 1 with him succeeding Michael Williamson, current executive vice president of commercial lending at Texas National Bank. Lizcano’s service to the chamber includes being a Chamber Ambassador beginning in 2007 and serving on the board 2015. Lizcano currently serves on the Texas Commission…
The City of McAllen Environmental Health and Code Enforcement Department is looking for a few good citizens via its Citizens Code Academy to help clean up their neighborhood. The three-week academy seeks to promote clean and safe neighborhoods through community empowerment and action by creating and maintaining strong partnerships between citizens’ organizations and Code Compliance Services. Attendees will learn about various subjects such as the department’s organizational structure, premise violations…
After a two-year hiatus, Living History Day is back on Oct. 8 at Texas Southmost College’s Fort Brown Campus in Brownsville. The lawn and grounds of the college’s Performing Arts Center will serve as a backdrop for a morning of family-friendly activities, historical reenactments and more unique ways to experience history. History instructors Dirk Yarker and Rob Ramaker are the principal organizers of the event, bringing people young and old enjoying…