The City of McAllen Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of police officer. Individuals who are ready to serve their community with courage, integrity and pride are encouraged to apply and take the next step toward a career in law enforcement. “This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who want to serve their community,” said McAllen Police Chief Victor Rodriguez. “When our community calls, police officers answer…
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This holiday season, American Advertising Federation–Rio Grande Valley is hoping to strike out hunger across the four-county region. The organization will host its fourth annual “Keep It Ugly” Charity Bowling Tournament on Dec. 3 at Flamingo Bowl in McAllen, with proceeds benefitting the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley and the Salvation Army Angel Tree program, which helps provide Christmas gifts for hundreds of thousands of children around the…
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The South Pole Illuminated Festival, presented by H-E-B Helping Here, will bring the community together to celebrate the joy of Christmas with lights, festive entertainment, and new attractions for 2025. The festival’s signature Tree Lighting Ceremony on Nov. 28 will once again mark the start of the holiday season in McAllen, officially transforming the city into the South Pole of Texas. During a press event on Nov. 11, McAllen Mayor…
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Chase Bank, in collaboration with the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, hosts a Community Conversation on Nov. 13. The roundtable will bring together community leaders, nonprofit partners and business professionals to address financial health challenges and explore opportunities to improve economic well being across the Rio Grande Valley. The event, hosted by the One Chase Community Team, is designed to foster open dialogue and collective problem-solving. Participants will be…
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Cristina Solis Wilson’s 26 years in the military have imbued her with the values of the U.S. Army and ones that serve as the foundations of coaching business owners to success. Purpose, motivation and direction are the principles learned in a military life that have seen her rise to the ranks of being a command sergeant major and representing the pinnacle of enlisted ranks in the Army. Only a small…
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Nelson Martinez and Joe Robledo met in fifth grade and from that point on seemed to live parallel lives. They lived one mile apart in Las Milpas in southern Pharr. Both men graduated from Hidalgo High School and each went on to serve two combat tours in Iraq. Martinez served in the Army and Robledo is a Marine. They are each college-educated with bachelor’s degrees in business administration. Their friendship…
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Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System will be accepting and disposing of prescription medications from the community during the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Oct. 24. Individuals (not only veterans) can use the local VA facilities in Harlingen and McAllen to dispose of unused controlled substance prescription medications. VA holds Medication Take Back Days to align with the bi-annual U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration National Prescription Take Back…
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Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce on Oct. 28 for McAllen Remembers: Ofrenda Comunitaria as they honor the individuals who have left a lasting mark on McAllen. This vibrant celebration is free and open to the public, featuring beautiful community ofrenda (altar).
The Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is now accepting registrations for its six-session business development program for entrepreneurs and small business owners. The program begins Nov. 11 in collaboration with South Texas College, the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Small Business Development Center, Olive Marketing and Leadership Empowerment Group. The program covers essential topics for business growth, including leadership, team development, branding, marketing, social media strategy and…
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Fiesta de Palmas takes place this weekend, Oct. 17-19, at the McAllen Convention Center, bringing with it three days of live music, international food, family fun and performances that bring the community together. Drawing thousands of attendees each year, the festival shines a spotlight on the Rio Grande Valley as a hub for arts, culture and entertainment. As South Texas’ largest cultural music festival, the music lineup includes a mix…
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