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TABC Offers Training for Alcohol Delivery

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A new training program from the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission allows employees of eligible alcohol retailers to earn certification as an alcohol delivery driver. The Texas Responsible Alcohol Delivery certification is available to employees of businesses which hold a TABC Consumer Delivery permit who make alcohol deliveries anywhere within Texas. The online-only course is available directly through the TABC website, with two-year certifications costing $25 per person. Students of the…

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‘Local Treasures’ Keep Community Connections

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An arrangement of flowers at Southern Roots Flower Market, which has strong ties to McAllen.

A customer called Cissy Infante Guerrero to let her know they wouldn’t be coming by that week – but no worries – a return to Tucker’s Barbecue was guaranteed. “It was so sweet of her to call,” Infante Guerrero said of the customer. “She was worried about us and wanted to assure they would be back to see us.” The months of COVID-19 have consequently tested local businesses. They’ve adjusted…

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National Veterans Small Business Week Nov. 2-6

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The Small Business Administration celebrates veteran-owned businesses across the country Nov. 2-6 with National Veterans Small Business Week. This is the seventh year the SBA offers entrepreneurial trainings and resources right in local communities to service members, veterans, National Guard and Reserve members, and military spouses. This year’s theme is #VetBiz Resources in Your Local Community, highlighting the breadth of free to low-cost entrepreneurial resource offerings right in veterans’ own…

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RGV Banker Elected To State Association Board 

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An executive with First Community Bank has been elected to the board of directors of the Independent Bankers Association of Texas. Ricky Leal, the senior vice president/commercial lending for First Community, was selected during the organization’s recent virtual annual convention. Leal joined First Community 15 years ago as a commercial lender before rising to serve on the company’s executive team. First Community is the only bank company of its type…

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First Podiatry Program in State Coming to UTRGV

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Dr. Lawrence Harkless, interim dean of the UTRGV School of Podiatry (Jennifer Galindo, UTRGV photo)

The first school of podiatry is coming to Texas in the fall of 2022. Furthermore, it will be right here in the Rio Grande Valley at UTRGV. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board has approved a request from the university to create a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine with a major in Podiatric Medicine for the UTRGV School of Podiatry. The school will allow students to pursue careers in the medical…

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McAllen Named Best in U.S. for Home-Based Business

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JustBusiness.com, a website which aims to help new business owners make informed decisions, says McAllen is the best city in the United States for starting a home-based business. According to the site’s study, McAllen’s high ranking takes into account low home prices and a low effective media income tax rate. Texas’s low cost of doing business in the state was an additional reason, which includes McAllen’s limited liability corporation filing…

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South Texas Book Festival Goes Virtual

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ABC national news correspodent Adrienne Bankert is part of the McAllen Public Library's South Texas Book Festival.

McAllen Public Library kicks off its seventh annual South Texas Book Festival Oct. 29, going virtual and including literary sessions for adults. At 7 p.m. Oct. 29, adults may join “Poetry & Wine: An Evening of Literature” with two celebrated poets from South Texas. Participants can enjoy a favorite beverage at home while listening to 2020 Texas Poet Laureate Emmy Perez and Jose Antonio Rodriguez. Both will read from their…

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“Sticks & Bones” Provides Festive Education

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Artist Cele Castillo with his sculpture “Butterfly Lady.” (Quinta Mazatlán photo)

The Sticks & Bones Trail at Quinta Mazatlán is now open through Nov. 14, letting patrons of all ages experience the “not-so-spooky side” of skeletons. The outdoor educational exhibit through the woods features educational signage, fun outdoor exhibits and a scavenger hunt sheet. Quinta Mazatlán says families should “dress for the season and laugh outdoors” as they take to the trail and receive a small gift bag upon completing the…

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McAllen Reopens Two Public Pools

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Two City of McAllen aquatics facilities are now open for adult lap swimmers as part of the city’s Phase 2 reopening plans. The Municipal and Boys & Girls Club pools are now available Tuesdays through Saturdays. Municipal Pool at 1921 North Bicentennial Blvd. operates from 7-11 a.m. and 3-9 p.m. on days of operation. The operating hours for Boys & Girls Club Pool at 617 South 27th Street is 7-11…

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McAllen to Host First Public Event Post-COVID

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

The City of McAllen is planning to host its first major public event since the beginnings of COVID-19 when it stages the annual Fiesta de Palmas early next month. Fiesta de Palmas celebrates the cultural heritage of border communities and highlights McAllen as an international city with strong ties to Mexico. This year’s event will be modified to fit the current era with an emphasis on social distancing. Drive-through, curbside…

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