The first stores at The Shops at Mercedes are opening in what local elected officials and business leaders see as another indication of the Mid-Valley’s emergence in the Rio Grande Valley’s retail market. “We’re seeing a shift in shopping habits,” said Dr. Ruben Saldana, a Mercedes city commissioner. “These new stores are a force multiplier for other developments.” And those developments are also being seen in the neighboring cities of…
Firefighters are in steady and acute demand nationally as training requirements become more complex and those in the profession face risks to their mental and physical health. In the Rio Grande Valley, South Texas College is expanding its fire academy regionally with plans to open a new training facility at its Mid-Valley campus in Weslaco. Some local school districts such as Harlingen CISD have established their own fire academies that…
Veteran Firefighter Leads By Example Ubaldo Perez joined the Edinburg Volunteer Fire Department at the age of 18 before beginning his professional career with the McAllen Fire Department as a dispatcher. Perez would later become a firefighter with McAllen while continuing to volunteer and serve in his hometown. His willingness to serve carried forth in both communities. “When people need help, often during some of the worst moments of their…
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program has returned to South Texas College, offering free tax preparation services to qualifying residents across the Rio Grande Valley ahead of the April 15 filing deadline. VITA offices are available at both STC’s Pecan Campus and Mid-Valley Campus, concluding March 12 at Mid-Valley and March 14 at Pecan. Services at the Pecan Campus will be offered Monday through Thursday from noon to 4 p.m.…
Join the Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce for its February 2026 Networking Lunch Mob at Oak Texas Bar & Grill – Weslaco on Feb. 4. Rules: 1. Each participant will pay their own lunch 2. During lunch, there will be some networking questions to get the conversation started. 3. Table tents have instructions on what to do to help promote the restaurant we are supporting. 4. Enjoy lunch and meet…
There were three things that Steven Aguilar was sure of when he graduated from Donna High School in 2014. One, he was going to college out of the area. Aguilar was also certain that he would never return to the Rio Grande Valley to live permanently nor go into the family business of pest control services. The Texas A&M graduate was ultimately but happily proven wrong on all counts. In…
The Weslaco Holiday Market happens on Nov. 21 alongside the Weslaco Tree Lighting ceremony. The annual tradition officially kicks off the holiday season for Weslaco.
The Rotary Club of Weslaco, in collaboration with Weslaco ISD, proudly invites the public to its annual Veterans Day Celebration on Nov. 11. The special event honors and remembers the brave men and women who served our country. Come together as a community to show our gratitude and pay tribute to all who have sacrificed for our freedom.
Wander through the Weslaco Museum gallery on Oct. 25 and listen to the festive sounds of the WISD Mariachi band during this year’s Art Walk. This is more than just an art show — it’s a cultural experience and a fantastic evening out. Gther your friends for a fiesta of art, music and community spirit. Light refreshments will be provided by the Museum Guild.
Join the Weslaco Police Department on Sept. 27 for National Night Out in the Weslaco City Hall Parking Lot. Celebrate the theme of Mariachi Night by coming dressed to impress and showing off your best charro hat. The event features food vendors, law enforcement exhibits, kids’ rides, live performances and more.