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Well Refuge in La Feria Turns 2 With a Month of Specials and Free Events
Reyes Castillo JrWell Refuge, the Bible bookstore and coffee hangout in La Feria, turns 2 this October with new specials and a month of community events.
Read morePray for the Place You Live
Reyes Castillo JrA Sunday word for the Rio Grande Valley from Jeremiah 29:7: seek the good of the town you live in, and pray for it by name.
Read moreKids Can Build a Family Tree at a Free Craft Morning in Brownsville Saturday
Reyes Castillo JrThe Historic Brownsville Museum hosts a free, all-ages family tree craft on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m. to noon.
Read moreLearn About the Valley's Pollinators at a Free Talk in McAllen Saturday
Reyes Castillo JrA free Saturday talk in McAllen puts a wildlife biologist and pinned Valley insect specimens in front of you. Oct. 3, 2 p.m., Wild Birds Unlimited.
Read moreValley Fall Family Fun Guide 2026
Reyes Castillo Jr14 verified family events across the Rio Grande Valley from October through Thanksgiving weekend 2026, most of them free: Sandcastle Days, Harlingen Market Days, the Birding Festival, turkey trots and more.
Read moreCinco de Mammo Initiative Launches in the Valley
Reyes Castillo JrSouth Texas Health System hosts breast cancer awareness luncheon
Read moreBrownsville Navigation District Welcomes New Commissioners
Reyes Castillo JrFresh faces join board overseeing port operations
Read moreVar 37: McAllen's New Soccer Destination
Reyes Castillo JrFútbol-themed sports bar opens just in time for World Cup excitement
Read moreDHR Health Partners with Texas A&M for Patient Legal Aid
Reyes Castillo JrInnovative program helps low-income patients overcome legal barriers
Read more956 Rundown: Top 5 Valley Stories You Need to Know Today | The 956 Rundown
Reyes Castillo JrFrom McAllen's newest sports bar to Brownsville's legal battles—your daily Rio Grande Valley news digest for May 5, 2026.
Read moreUTRGV Baseball Makes History with First National TV Broadcast Win | The 956 Rundown
Reyes Castillo JrUTRGV Vaqueros defeat Southeastern 8-6 in first nationally televised home game in program history, drawing sellout crowd of 6,473 fans to UTRGV Baseball Stadium in Edinburg.
Read moreBrownsville Robotics Students Earn World Championship Spot, Face STAAR Testing Conflict
Reyes Castillo JrSix talented students qualified for VEX Robotics World Championship but can't compete due to standardized testing schedule
Read moreBechtel Opens Major Recruitment Center in Brownsville, Bringing Thousands of Jobs to the Valley
Reyes Castillo JrNew state-of-the-art facility at Port of Brownsville will serve as central hub for Rio Grande LNG project hiring
Read moreRGV Man Reverses Prediabetes: Simple Lifestyle Changes | The 956 Rundown
Reyes Castillo JrOscar Garcia reversed prediabetes in the RGV with simple changes. Blood sugar dropped from 115 to 105. Free diabetes screenings at H-E-B all April.
Read moreFamily Fun This Week: Trivia Night, High School Sports & Island Adventures
Reyes Castillo JrThree family-friendly ways to enjoy the 956 this week—from trivia fundraisers to high school sports and SPI nature adventures.
Read moreFamily Fun This Week: Trivia Night, High School Sports & Island Adventures
Reyes Castillo JrThree family-friendly ways to enjoy the 956 this week—from trivia fundraisers to high school sports and SPI nature adventures.
Read moreThe 956 Rundown: Major Job Growth, New Development, and Local Heroes
Reyes Castillo JrThis week in the Rio Grande Valley: French manufacturer bringing 500 jobs to McAllen, Brownsville refinery moves forward, and local small businesses win national recognition.
Read moreNonstop flights Orlando now available from Brownsville, TX
Reyes Castillo JrTravelers benefit from Brownsville South Padre Island Airport and Breeze Airways Brownsville service
Read morePortion Controlled Meals in McAllen, TX
Reyes Castillo JrDiscover options for healthy fast food mcallen and healthy restaurants mcallen
Read moreWater bill late fee updates in San Benito, TX
Reyes Castillo JrDetails on the late fee waiver and updates for San Benito water bill
Read more"Battle of the Slices: JC Wing Company vs. Famous Original Louie's New York Pizzeria"
Reyes Castillo JrDiscover the mouthwatering tales of two iconic Jersey City pizzerias.
Read more"Dinosaur Discovery Ignites Excitement and Mystery on Robertson Street" 🦖🔥
Reyes Castillo JrUnravel the mysteries of strange sightings and strange occurrences on Robertson Street 🦖✨
Read moreSkip navigation Search Create 9+ Avatar image THE OPEN HOUSE SHOW RIO GRANDE VALLEY
Reyes Castillo JrExplore luxury coastal living on South Padre Island with stunning ocean views, investment potential, and beautiful homes across South Texas. Watch this Open House Show episode now.
Read more"Harlingen's Mouth-Watering Food Trucks: A Fusion of Cajun and Puerto Rican Flavors!"
Reyes Castillo JrDiscover the unique blend of flavors on wheels in Harlingen: Cajun and Puerto Rican cuisine take over food trucks!
Read moreMarylu's: Authentic Mexican Cuisine in San Benito, TX
Reyes Castillo JrDiscover authentic Mexican food at Marylu's in San Benito, TX. Experience culinary passion and unforgettable dining moments.
Read moreCookies4College: Sweetening Education in the Rio Grande Valley
Reyes Castillo JrDiscover how Cookies4College in Harlingen is funding student scholarships through delicious cookies. Visit us at local markets or our upcoming downtown storefront.
Read moreExperience the Magic of Holiday Village Light Displays This Weekend
Reyes Castillo JrDiscover festive light displays and family-friendly activities in South Texas this weekend, including photos with Santa and enchanting strolls.
Read moreMoments of Expression: VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Veterans Creative Arts Competition Exhibition
Reyes Castillo JrExperience the artistic talents of local veterans at the Moments of Expression exhibition, running from November 20, 2025, to January 17, 2026, at the San Benito Cultural Arts Center.
Read moreUTRGV OL and San Benito Alum Frank Medina Diagnosed with Leukemia
Reyes Castillo JrUTRGV offensive lineman and San Benito alum Frank Medina announces his diagnosis with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, expressing determination to overcome the challenge.
Read moreFood Bank RGV Opens New Cooler and Freezer Facility to Combat Hunger
Reyes Castillo JrFood Bank RGV's new facility doubles storage capacity, enhancing fresh food distribution across the Rio Grande Valley.
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