Arts

Leo Rivera’s murals of cowboy and Western culture reflects the heritage and history of Mercedes.

RGV Muralist Creates ‘Epic’ Art

Leo Rivera left the Rio Grande Valley to get his art training and education at a Denver-area design school. It was in Colorado where the Harlingen native did his first large-scale wall mural. Rivera was active in the Denver arts scene for 11 years after graduating from the Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design. Returning home in 2020, Rivera set off to work as what he calls an “artist…

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Businessman Led Life of Service & Faith

The McAllen Wind Ensemble website reads that the group was established in 1973 by local music supporters and “sparked by Bill Wilson’s inspiration from…
McAllen

Town Band Brings Joy To McAllen

The Thanksgiving turkey and tamales are already a savory memory. Holiday lights sparkle throughout our communities. But nothing says “most wonderful time of the…
McAllen

IMAS to Host Free Community Event in Mission

The International Museum of Art & Science invites families and…
Mission

46th Annual Collage Gala Set for Sept. 6

The International Museum of Art & Science will host its premier…
McAllen

Nature Photography Contest Sparks Kids’ Creativity

Quinta Mazatlan and The Valley Land Fund are currently hosting the…