Marisa Oliva recalls walking a group of local high school students through the Edinburg World Birding Center when they came across a visiting birder. He told the students about the wide array of migratory and native birds they have to enjoy in their native Rio Grande Valley. The group moved on, leaving the birder to his pastime. Oliva said a girl in the group then remarked, “How does a guy…
H-E-B Park hosts the inaugural Coffee Crawl Oct. 15, featuring coffee vendors from across the RGV. The evening also features a coffee contest, local performers, pastry vendors and other local retail vendors. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids. Fellow pet friends are allowed and tickets are $5. Purchase tickets online or the H-E-B Park box office.
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce recently announced the recipients of the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce 2021 Man and Woman of the Year, Outstanding Leadership Award, and Ambassador of the Year. The chamber will recognize these honorees at its Installation & Awards Banquet tomorrow, Oct. 14. The Man and Woman of the Year recognition has been a highly anticipated tradition in the Edinburg community for more than 20 years. This year’s…
The marquee on the old State movie theater announced a new event playing. “Bridal Show 2021,” the sign announced alongside Texas Avenue in downtown Mercedes. The movies may be long gone at the State, but there’s new life inside the former movie house and the adjoining First National Bank building. The two historic Mercedes buildings now house Jose’s Cafecito Courtyard & Catering. On a late August evening as summer waned…
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce honors its Man and Woman of the Year at its installation and awards banquet Oct. 14. “Under the Neon Moon” will celebrate Michael J. Williamson, the chamber’s 2021-2022 president of the board, and Veronica Gonzales, the immediate past president. Other honors for the evening include Community Leader of the Year, Ambassador of the Year and Business Award winners. VIP tables and sponsorships are available. For…
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2021 Man & Woman of the Year awards. The winners will be recognized at the chambers Installation and Awards Banquet on Oct. 14. Each year the Edinburg Chamber organizes a committee by a community-driven selection process that appoints a man and a woman as the award winners. The winning individuals must excel in professional and civic commitment within the…
Join the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and the Edinburg Arts Foundation for a special Food Trucks N’ Tunes Edinburg Chamber Night Sept. 17 at City Hall. From 6-10 p.m., attendees can visit food trucks and vendors while taking in live music by Eras & The Drifters. This event is free to the public. Dogs on a leashes are welcome. For more information on vendor opportunities, contact the Edinburg Arts Foundation.
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce celebrates its September Member of the Month, Palm Valley Animal Society, with a mixer Sept. 30 at PVAS Laurie P. Andrews Center. The local animal rescue provides lifesaving care, comfort and compassion to animals in need by engaging the hearts, hands and minds of our community. PVAS is celebrating its 15-year membership anniversary. PVAS serves five municipalities in Hidalgo County, as well as the county…
Webcast AuctionHidalgo County will hold a of general merchandise Aug. 31 at Vicksburg Property. The auction consists of SUV’s, trucks and office furniture. Buyers must register at www.amtauctions.com. Bidding starts on Aug. 30 at 10 a.m. and ends until the last item sells. In addition, the public may view items Aug. 30 at Vicksburg Property located at 12401 Vicksburg Drive in Edinburg. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with…
The Food Bank RGV will present its Empty Bowls 2021 Luncheon and Silent Auction Sept. 21 and it recently welcomed Vantage Bank Texas as a Grapefruit sponsor. The sponsorship will enable the Food Bank RGV to provide up to 25,000 complete and nutritious meals in the Valley. The Sept. 21 event at Bert Ogden Arena from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. is Food Bank RGV’s signature fundraising event. Local restaurants will…