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If You’ve Been Sidelined by a Sports Injury, Dr. Gogu Can Help
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UTRGV Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 How To Reinvent & Reinvest After The Pandemic. . . . . . . . . . . . 14 City of Mission. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Bravo! Gala. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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All About Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 McAllen State of the City. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Etiquestions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Radisson Hotel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
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McAllen Heritage Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Colair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Mission Prosperity Ventures Scholarships Dinner. . . . . . . . . . . 42 Fam Trip University at Drafthouse Townlake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 South Texas Health System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
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South Texas Health System Clinics proudly welcomes Ingrid Chacon, MD. She is a respected member of the Rio Grande Valley community who brings more than 15 years of experience to our gastroenterology clinic. Dr. Chacon specializes in the screening and treatment of diseases and conditions of the gastrointestinal tract, including colon cancer and fatty liver disease. She offers a wide range of services, including upper endoscopies, colonoscopies and liver elastographies. After graduating from the University of Costa Rica School of Medicine in San Jose, Dr. Chacon completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at New York Medical College-Metropolitan Hospital Center. She completed a three-year gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.
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MONTERREY FAM TRIP QUINTA MAZATLAN WELCOME RECEPTION McAllen Photography by Sergio Arratia
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The Cit y of McAllen and McAllen Chamber of Commerce hosted a fam trip, short for familiarization trip, to drive awareness about the new, nonstop flight from Monterrey to McAllen via Aeromar. The fam trip included 20 social media influencers, 2 media representatives and 13 travel industry professionals from Monterrey and its surrounding areas and opened with a welcome reception at Quinta Mazatlan.
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In recognition of National Economic Development week , the Pharr EDC along with the BiCOOLtural Leadership hosted an interactive Spanish seminar by motivational speaker Arturo Villegas to provide local business owners and entrepreneurs an insight into the future of business post-COVID. Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez MD and Executive EDC Direc tor Vic tor Perez were delighted to welcome the guests and give special thanks to other speakers including Consul General of Mexico in McAllen Froylan Yescas Cedillo; City commissioners; and Jesus Gonzalez from BiCOOLtural Leadership. A special thank went to you NIU Urban Living for their sponsorship.
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CITY HALL UPDATE PHARR LEADS LEGISLATIVE EFFORTS IN AUSTIN
WORKING TO IMPROVE OUR INTERNATIONAL TRADING CAPACITY City of Pharr
118 S. Cage Blvd. | Pharr, TX | 78577
Dear Pharr Citizens and Families: I am happy to report that our efforts to advocate for funding, legislative changes, and improvements during the 87th Texas Legislative Session have been successful. Our outstanding and dedicated team of advocates worked closely with our South Texas Legislative Delegation and with members from both the Senate and the House of Representatives to pass legislation that will positively impact our region and our city. Every other year, the Texas Legislature convenes for 140 days to pass bills, allocate funding, and approve the state budget for the following year. During this small window of time, our City of Pharr advocates were successful in passing three bills that are vital to our economy, bridge infrastructure, and international trade. The Pharr International Bridge continues to increase its overall crossings annually by 3-5% and remains one of the top ports of entry in most major commodities such as produce and automotive. The bridge now crosses 65% of the nation’s produce imported from Mexico and over $36 billion in annual trade. Through these legislative efforts, we will be able to expand our capacity, improve operations, and can continue to seek funding for improvements. Our economy depends on this international commerce, and we are proud to continue to be proactive and successful in our efforts to remain one of the nation’s leading port of entries. This session was a great success for our city and our economy, and we are thankful to all our Texas legislators for their support. Sincerely,
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PHARR ADVOCATES FOR PASSAGE OF BILL TO EXPEDITE BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS Pharr advocated and led the efforts for the passage of Senate Bill 2243 in the Texas Legislature. The bill amends the Transportation Code by providing an exemption from commission approval for the reconstruction or improvement of existing bridges over the Rio Grande, including the Pharr International Bridge.
BENEFIT: Speeds up construction at the Pharr Bridge and increases bridge operations.
PHARR WORKS WITH LEGISLATORS TO CONTINUE FUNDING THE STAC PROGRAM The City of Pharr successfully led the efforts for the passage of House Bill 1371/Senate Bill 1566 in the Texas Legislature, a bill that provides continued congestion relief at ports of entry along the South Texas-Mexico border by extending the Trade Agricultural Inspection Grant Program, better known as the South Texas Assets Consortium (STAC) Program, through 2025.
BENEFIT: More efficient inspections and crossings at the Pharr International Bridge.
PHARR TAKES LEAD IN CREATION & PASSAGE OF LEGISLATURE TO ENHANCE BRIDGE FUNDING The City of Pharr has successfully led the efforts for the passage of House Bill 2843 / Senate Bill 1334 in the Texas Legislature, a bill that addresses funding mechanisms to invest in our ports of entry infrastructure. This bill will benefit both cityand county-owned ports of entry like the Pharr International Bridge.
Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez, M.D.
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The City of Mission Police Department commemorated National Police Week with a Police and Fire Memorial Ceremony on May 10, 2021. “When duty calls, our officers respond without hesitation. They give so much of themselves, and though it is tragic, sometimes they make the ultimate sacrifice,” Mission Police Chief Robert Dominguez said. “We have experienced that profound loss one too many times. Our organization paid tribute to Mission
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Police Officers Jose Luis “Speedy” Espericueta Jr., Jorge Cabrera, Humberto Javier Avila, and Fulgencio Velasco III. We also honored the numerous first responders across our country who have died in the line of duty.” The public and numerous neighboring law enforcement agencies joined Mission PD as they honored the fallen heroes with a special bagpipe ceremony, a twenty-one-gun salute and the playing of “Taps.”
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BRAVO! GALA VALLEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA McAllen Photography by Sergio Arratia
The Valley Symphony Orchestra’s annual gala event , Bravo! VSO, took place on May 7 at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. Honorary Gala Chair Edna De Saro was joined in planning and fundraising by the VSO Gala Committee, chaired by Dr. Rutchie Contreras, PT, DPT. The Cultural Leader of the Year award recipient was KRGV Channel 5; KRGV General Manager John Kittleman accepted the honor that evening. Attendees enjoyed an in-person gourmet dinner, jazz trio, silent auction, and Pasión Primavera, a command performance by the VSO chamber orchestra conduc ted by Maestro Peter Dabrowski.
MAESTRO PETER DABROSKY
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NORA TAGLE, ANNETTE FRANZ, MARSHA GREEN, SALLY FRAUSTRO GUERRA
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TO THE 2021 BRAVO! VSO SUPPORTERS The Valley Symphony Orchestra’s gala event took place May 7, 2021 and raised funds for the Symphony’s performance and education initiatives.
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LEGENDARY BUSINESS WOMEN LUNCHEON MCALLEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE McAllen Photography by Danya Selber
BLANCA VILLALOBOS, JEANA LAGUNA, REBECCA RODRIGUEZ, GERARVO PAZ, BELINDA LEAL, LUCY CASSO, AND DIANN BARTEK
ROBERT REYNA, SERJIO GARZA, BILL MOUNT, JOSHUA DALE, MACARENA ORTIZ, YURI CEJAS, AND JOHNNY MUNOZ
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The McAllen Chamber All About Women Committee, along with sponsors the City of McAllen; Law Office of John David Franz; Linebarger Attorneys at Law; Embassy Suites by Hilton McAllen; Rio Grande Regional Hospital; The Warren Group; and Socialife Magazine, hosted the annual McAllen’s Legendary Business Women Luncheon on Thursday, May 27 at Embassy Suites Hotel. The women honored this year were McAllen attorney Katie Pearson Klein; Laurie Lozano, co-owner of Dairy Queen restaurants; and Dr. Fredericka Borland. They were interviewed by Naxi Lopez of The Monitor about their experiences as they developed their business careers.
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LETTY FLORES, LINDA GONZALES, AND MARCY CONTRERAS
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STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS 2021 CITY OF MCALLEN McAllen Photography by Sergio Arratia
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The City of McAllen hosted their annual State of the City Address at the McAllen Convention Center with hundreds of citizens, business leaders, and city officials in attendance. The event opened with live music and Mayor Jim Darling dancing to (I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life song. Mayor Darling, with the City Commissioners present, proceeded to give his last address.
MCALLEN MAYOR JIM DARLING
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COMMISSIONER JJ ZAMORA, REBECCA OLAGUIBEL AND MARK MAGNON
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ETIQUESTIONS Dr. Barbara Baggerly-Hinojosa
Mask or no mask? I just never know these days. Always take a mask with you, just in case. Usually, most places will have a sign posted on the entrance door if masks are required. Be prepared that some places still require masks.
Now that we are going back to inperson events, I am unsure whether people are comfortable hugging or not. What do I do? Just like we had to do before the pandemic, I think it is always good to first assess what the comfort level of the other person is. A good rule is to extend your hand first for a handshake, and if the person seems open to a hug, then go for it. Of course, this all depends on culture and norms, but be mindful that many people are not ready for a lot of physical contact with others just yet.
I just attended a formal dinner in person last week and really didn’t know when to get started with my meal. Do you wait for everyone at the table to be served before you eat? Even if the group is large? If possible, wait for everyone to be served before beginning to eat your meal. However, there are some exceptions. If the host/hostess grants permission for you to begin eating, go ahead. Also, if it has been over five minutes since you were served, but you are still waiting for others to be served, it is ok to begin eating as your food is getting cold. A good way to monitor when to eat is to keep an eye on the host. When the host begins, you can begin.
Barbara Baggerly-Hinojosa, Ph.D. is a wife, mother, and educator living in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. She is a graduate of Our Lady of the Lake University with a Ph.D. in Leadership Studies. In addition, she holds an Associate of Arts degree in Education from McLennan Community College, Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Texas – Pan American, and a Master of Arts in Educational Supervision from the University of Texas – Pan American. Dr. Baggerly-Hinojosa’s current research is focused on servant leadership, gender issues in leadership, and leadership communication. www.leadershipempowermentgroup.com
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Everything Happens at The Radisson
What is now known as The Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport, was first opened in 1977 as the McAllen Airport Hilton. For those of us that have been in McAllen since the 1980s, many of us will have fond memories of this great hotel. Some of us remember the amazing Sunday Brunches held in the “Rose Room’’ Restaurant. How about the holiday buffets? Remember those? Or do you remember coming out to “La Biblioteca Lounge’’ and dancing the night away to the amazing sounds of Agnes and Arturo and The New Variety Band? Then there were the B-104 beach parties out back by the pool.
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Sand was brought in from SPI, and there were volleyball tournaments and live broadcasts with Leah Bravo. So many great times were enjoyed by many here during those times. So many celebrities stayed here such as Vicky Carr, Julio Iglesias, Menudo, Luis Miguel, Daniela Romo, Olga Brinski, Los Piratas del Caribe, and Sasha Montenegro, to name a few. The hotel was later sold and became a Sheraton Four Points, and eventually became the McAllen Gran Plaza.
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Around early 2000, the hotel closed and the building was abandoned for about 8 1/2 years. The building was an eyesore. People referred to it as the “old hotel”. Then, about 2016, a family decided to purchase the building and create what is now known as The Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport. After an extensive renovation of all 150 guest rooms, close to 5,000 square feet of meeting/banquet space, full service restaurant & lounge, the hotel opened in November 2018. Omar Guevara, the General Manager, was here during construction and oversaw all of the opening aspects of the hotel. Omar has a great history with this hotel, as this is where he started his hotel career after graduating in 1986 from McAllen Memorial High School. Omar’s 35 year hotel career has taken him all over the USA and Mexico working in hotels. Understanding the need for upscale banquet and catering services, over the past year, the hotel has focused on becoming one of McAllen’s premiere event center destinations. The catering team, led by Norma Guevara, has created beautiful, lifelong memories for so many brides and grooms, quinceañeras, and birthday celebrations. Chef Danny and his Culinary Team have created some of the most exquisite and unique entrees. Once the event is booked, guests are invited to attend a private tasting with a variety of main entrees and sides. This allows our guests to “create” their own entree to their liking. With over 5,000 table linens, toppers and bottoms, Tiffany chairs, linen napkins, our own in-house pastry Chef, in-house floral designer, extensive variety of decorative centerpieces, head tables, dance floor, and access to the patio in the courtyard, everything you want for your event is on-site. Norma Guevara, Director of Catering, will consult with you, set up sample tables of different color linens, making sure that you get to see firsthand what your table will look like. Some of the events we have hosted are Christmas Parties, Galas, Political Events, Training Seminars, Fashion Shows, and various recognition ceremonies. We continue to grow our base of extremely satisfied customers. The simplicity of being able to provide all of these services in-house makes it so much easier and worry free for our guests. Let Norma and her team create your event. You’ll come to know why more and more folks are saying, “Everything Happens at The Radisson!”
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Images of Valor:
U.S. Latinos and Latinas in World War II The McAllen Heritage Center museum of history & culture is proud to present “Images of Valor: U.S. Latinos and Latinas in World War II,” an exhibition created by the School of Journalism and Center for Mexican American Studies at The University of Texas at Austin and produced by Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Through images and stories, this twelve-panel exhibition provides a historical overview of U.S. Latino participation in World War II. In addition to photographs from the project’s archives, “Images of Valor” incorporates contemporary photographs of men and women of the WWII generation by photojournalist Valentino Mauricio. The exhibition focuses on individual stories that reveal larger themes such as citizenship and civil rights and features excerpts from the more than 500 oral history interviews that were part of the project. The exhibition is open to the public from June through July 23, 2021. The museum is open Wednesday through Friday from 1 pm to 5 pm and every 2nd and 4th Saturday from 12 pm to 4 pm. Free parking is available for visitors in the rear parking area, and there is no admission fee although donations are gratefully accepted. For more information, please contact Elva M. Cerda, Museum Director at 956-681-2861 or Joe Vidales, Curator at 956-681-2862. Humanities Texas develops and supports diverse programs across the state, including lectures, oral history projects, teacher institutes, museum exhibitions and documentary films. For more information, please visit Humanities Texas online at www.humanitiestexas.org or call 512.440.1991.
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“Did you know if your unit is over 10 years old, it’s costing you more to keep it alive than to just get a new one?” Ruben Sanchez says to a customer who stops by to ask questions at the RGV Home & Garden Show booth, the first major event for Colair Inc. to participate in since the Pandemic started. From being one of the few HVAC companies to be open a year ago during the pandemic to becoming an established leader in the RGV, Colair Inc. has been a staple in the community as a local, family-owned business operating for over 35 years from Mission, TX. Over 270 Google Reviews with most being five-star reviews speak for Colair Inc.
“As my family and I moved into a new home, we discovered that our AC was not functioning properly. We were in a hurry to find a company that can immediately come out and fix our unit. Colair sent Marco out the same day we called, and he properly diagnosed the problem. Thanks to his proper care and focus, our AC was able to be fixed quickly and within the same day. My family and I were very grateful for Marco’s service and for Colair’s wonderful customer service! We will trust this company for all of our future AC maintenance!” – Jon S.
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MISSION PROSPERITY VENTURES SCHOLARSHIPS DINNER Mission
CATHY GARCIA, MPV CHAIRMAN; LUSINDA A. GARCIA, SHARYLAND ISD; LINDA GARCIA; AND DR. MARIA VIDAURRI, SHARYLAND ISD SUPERINTENDENT
GLADYS CORTEZ, MPV SECRETARY; LUCAS E. RODRIGUEZ AND FAMILY, MISSION CISD; AND DR. MARIA VIDAURRI, SHARYLAND ISD SUPERINTENDENT
DR. MARIA VIDAURRI, SHARYLAND ISD SUPERINTENDENT; LUSINDA A. GARCIA, SHARYLAND ISD; DIEGO PALOS RODRIGUEZ, SHARYLAND ISD; AND ALEXANDRIA R. MARTINEZ, SHARYLAND ISD
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A total of six $2,000 scholarships were awarded to graduating seniors from Mission CISD and Sharyland ISD. Special thanks to the donors, including the Cano & Sons Trucking family and Texas Regional Bank, for sponsoring the dinner. This marks the second scholarship ceremony for Mission Prosperity Ventures, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization devoted to charitable giving and educational programs. This organization is proudly powered by the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce.
ADRIAN M. GALLARDO, MISSION CISD AND MELISSA CASTORENA, MISSION CISD
DR. MARIA VIDAURRI, SHARYLAND ISD SUPERINTENDENT; ALEXANDRIA R. MARTINEZ, SHARYLAND ISD; AND SANDRA VECCHIO, MPV TREASURER
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MONTERREY FAM TRIP UNIVERSITY DRAFTHOUSE CLOSING EVENT McAllen Photography by Sergio Arratia
The Monterrey Fam Trip closing event was held at the recently opened University Drafthouse at Town Lake. McAllen is known as a top shopping destination for Nor thern Mexico, and part of the McAllen Chamber of Commerce’s Mexico marketing strategy is to let visitors know McAllen is much more than just shopping. It ’s a destination with first class eateries, an energetic nightlife and spectacular festivals and events.
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Understanding TAVR: A Minimally Invasive Valve Replacement Option for Patients with Severe Aortic Stenosis Dr . Azpurua, a board-certified interventional cardiologist, shares key insights on an innovative procedure known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement, or TAVR. This is a less-invasive valve replacement option for those with severe aortic stenosis. Q: What makes someone a good candidate for TAVR? At first TAVR was recommended for patients who were at such high risk for traditional valve replacement surgery that they were basically deemed inoperable. Since then, TAVR has been approved for patients at moderate risk and even those deemed low risk. We can now offer this procedure to any patient with severe aortic stenosis whose heart and arteries are considered adequate for the devices available. It’s also best for patients over 65 years old. Q: What can a patient expect when undergoing a TAVR procedure? Usually, the patient gets to the hospital the day of the procedure and is taken to a cath lab or a hybrid OR. They undergo general anesthesia or moderate sedation and, in the vast majority of cases, the procedure is done via the arteries in the groin.
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In most instances, the procedure lasts around one hour, after which the patient wakes up and is transferred to a room for further monitoring. They could be out of bed in as little as four to six hours after the procedure and walking that same day. Most commonly, the patient can expect to stay in the hospital for about 24-48 hours. Q: How does the patient prepare beforehand? To prepare, the patient should expect to undergo a heart catheterization to assess the coronaries (the arteries of the heart) and a CT scan of the chest, abdomen and pelvis. Some patients, depending upon the complexity of the case, will require a few additional imaging studies. The patient needs to be seen by a cardiothoracic surgeon and a cardiologist. The case is then reviewed and discussed at length with the cardiovascular team. Q: How is the patient’s recovery likely to differ from a more traditional valve replacement? Compared to open-heart surgery, TAVR is a shorter procedure that has been proven to be as good and even better in most of the measured parameters. The recovery is very fast and the patient can typically return to regular life after a couple of days compared to weeks or even months after traditional valve replacement surgery*.
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MANGIA! Bella Mia Italian American Cuisine Edinburg - McAllen
N A I L A T I Il Forno a Legna 3817 N 10th St #5, McAllen
For more information please call 956-513-1113
Cortino’s Italian Restaurant 3812 E Business 83, Weslaco
For more information please call 956-688-9528 For more information please call 956-565-2309
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Mama Mia Pizzeria 100 E, US-83 BUS, McAllen
Malfitany Pasta Company
7017 N 10th St suite R, McAllen
For more information please call 956-664-2671
Milano’s Italian Restaurant 2900 W Pike Blvd, Weslaco
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LATINAS IN PROGRESS Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas’ esteemed education series Latinas in Progress© (LIP) collaborates with universities and colleges across Texas to prepare graduating high school Latinas for achieving their dreams of a college degree. LIP not only acclimates students to the rigors of college but equips them with vital tools that will enrich their personal and professional lives. Graduates of the program are provided exclusive access to scholarships given by grants, partners, universities and HWNT members. Every year, HWNT seeks Latina students from Hidalgo, Starr and Cameron Counties who are entering 12th grade in the fall and who wish to obtain a higher education and are capable of doing so with appropriate support and mentoring. The Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas (HWNT) is a non-profit, statewide organization established in 1986. HWNT’s purpose is to seek to promote the advancement of women in public, corporate, and civic life through education, personal, and professional development. HWNT
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and its eight statewide chapters unite to celebrate the positive image and values of its Hispanic heritage and to empower women across the great State of Texas. In 2008, the state HWNT adopted the Latinas in Progress© (LIP) program. HWNT-RGV LIP strives to familiarize participants with college life and the tools to succeed in their personal and professional life. The program is a series of free seminars hosted at local universities and colleges. LIP is designed to encourage young women to stay in school and continue on to college. In addition to helping students prepare for college, the program also incorporates detailed sessions about financial aid opportunities. The seminars are designed to build leadership skills, life skills, and personal development through workshops. For more information, to be a part of this program, or to donate, please call 956-524-2014 or visit www.hwntrgv.org.
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We congratulate our Edinburg Chamber members for their business milestones and achievements. Our business members made the most of their membership by utalizing our chamber resources and network to promote their grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremonys.
GROUNDBREAKING FOR VANGAURD HIGH SCHOOL
Vanguard Academy held a groundbreaking on June 7, 2021 for their first High School in Edinburg, TX. Vanguard will complete its Early College High School in Fall of 2022. The public charter school will service 6th -12th graders from throughout the Rio Grande Valley. The new facility will be located on 2215 S Veterans Blvd. For more information on Vanguard Academy visit www.vanguardacademy.education/
NAILS 2 TAILS GROOMING
DHR HEALTH NEW TRAUMA RESUSCITATION UNIT
A special congratulations to Nails 2 Tails Grooming on their ribbon cutting! Nails 2 Tails grooming salon is fully equipped and ready to pamper your fur babies. From the moment you walk in you will see their Pet Stylist’s hard at work! N2T believes in being 100% transparent which is why their groomers don’t hide behind a wall. Conveniently located on 2833 S Business Highway 281 Edinburg, TX 78539. For booking visit www.nails2tailsgrooming.com
Congratulations DHR Health on your new Trauma Resuscitation Unit. This unit is the first of its kind in the Rio Grande Valley. DHR Healths Trauma Resuscitation Unit provides rapid implementation of lifesaving emergency treatment, allowing medical experts to rapidly assess and manage traumatic injuries or other critical illnesses in order to provide patients with the best outcomes. Learn more at www.dhrhealth.com
RGV FC TOROS SEASON KICKOFF
WORK SMARTER. NOT HARDER JOIN THE EDINBURG CHAMBER
The RGV FC Toros held a celebratory ribbon cutting to mark the start of their soccer season. Edinburg is home to the Rio Grande Valley’s Pro-Soccer Team. RGV FC Toros brings together our amazing community through the beautiful game of soccer. For more ww information visit www.rgvfc.com
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Quinta M A Z AT L A N
CRE ATURES OF THE NIGHT
At Quinta Mazatlán By Quinta Mazatlán-Center for Urban Ecology
Nature stays awake at night. It’s less seen than nature during the day, but much more heard. It presents itself as creaks, chirps, buzzes, yowls, and other sounds our undistracted ears tune into. It’s a shadowy form rustling its way into a bush; a quick flash of reflecting eyes; the dark trunk of a tree silhouetted against the night sky. It’s a community shift – nocturnal for the diurnal – with different plants and animals leading the way. Sometimes diurnal and nocturnal counterparts are pretty similar – eating many of the same foods and living in the same area – but being active at different times of the 24-hour day allows them to avoid competing with each other for resources. Ecologists call this temporal niche differentiation. One study on wildcats (including tigers and clouded leopards) in Sumatra found that the more similar the cats were in size and prey items, the less they were seen at camera traps during the same times of day. A potential example closer to home would be hawks and owls – they eat many of the same prey items (rodents, reptiles, amphibians, birds), but hawks are diurnal and most owls are nocturnal.
Bark Scorpion (UV and flashlight)
Whether they forage at night to avoid competition with other species or not (or a host of other reasons), nocturnal animals tend to have certain characteristics. Because they’re active in low light, they tend to have more rod photoreceptors than cones (cones being responsible for color vision). They also tend to have larger eyes with slit pupils – a way to help protect their sensitive eyes from any bright lights they encounter. Look no further than a house cat’s eyes for an example!
Holding a stick insect
Another trait in many nocturnal vertebrates, like mammals and birds, is reflective eyes. The reflection is caused by a part of their eye called tapetum lucidum (meaning “bright tapestry” in Latin). The tapetum lucidum is found in the back of the eye, where it reflects light back through the retina to help the rod photoreceptors get more light. What we see in opossum and pauraque eyes at night is the light that’s passed through their eyes twice – once on the way in, once on the way out – a remarkable way to enhance night vision. Some animals that are mostly diurnal can spend more time active at night. In urban areas, where human-generated noise is common throughout the day, some animals will change their behavior to take advantage of the quieter city nights. For instance, European Robins may sing more at night when they live in an area that’s noisy in the day, which allows them to be heard better by other robins. The Valley’s diversity of plants and animals is amazing enough during the day, full of brightly birds, butterflies, and flowers, but it’s just half the picture. The other half? Cooler nights where sound carries further and nature is just as alive. Join the Center for Urban Ecology every Tuesday this summer for Flashlight Nights, a guided walk through the woods. Flashlight Nights is from 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm every Tuesday at Quinta Mazatlán in McAllen, located at 600 Sunset Drive. Bring a flashlight and a sense of adventure! $5 program fee. Advance registration required at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.
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MANIC MONDAY MIXER AT HACIENDA SAN MIGUEL MEXICAN GRILL McAllen
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The Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce celebrated their monthly Manic Monday Mixer at Hacienda San Miguel Mexican Grill & Bar in McAllen. Members and guests got together to network and promote their business while enjoying great food and also having a chance to win great door prizes.
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ould you believe China? Marco Polo observed the Mandarin people making hollowed out, clay animal figures covered in ribbons and colored paper. The colors had specific meaning and the contents of the figures related to traditional celebrations. For example, the figure might be filled with seeds. Once the figure was bust open, the seeds would spill out, signifying an abundant harvest. Once emptied, the figures were burned. Polo brought the idea back to Europe. Around the 14th century in Europe, the custom was applied to the season of Lent and the first Sunday of Lent was known as Piñata Sunday. The Italian word for a fragile pot is pignatta.
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Another theory concludes the Aztecs, Mayans and other indigenous peoples in the Americas made clay pots in the shape of their gods. These figurines were broken open with sticks –– the contents spilling out the favors of the gods. Aztec tradition says colorful feathers were applied to clay pots celebrating the birthday of the God of War, Huitzilopochtli. Spanish missionaries used piñatas to attract converts and teach religious instruction. For example, the piñata style that is fashioned using a sphere with cones adorned with ribbon (today we refer to this style as the satellite) represented the seven deadly sins. The blindfolded pole bearer assumes the role of the conqueror of evil with his blind faith. As he is spun around and becomes disoriented, the
other participants come to his aid by giving him directions on where to swing. The star piñata is said to be a symbol of hope. Hung overhead, as if hanging in the heavens, the faithful look to the star for favor. Only virtue, righteousness and faith, represented by the stick, can break it open to reveal the rewards for those who have held onto their faith. Like so many other modern celebratory practices, the piñata has a long, varied history associated with both religious and secular occasions. From clay pot figurines to a myriad of shapes fashioned from papier mâché and colorful paper, the piñata remains the perfect centerpiece for any celebration.
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17TH ANNUAL REAL ESTATE FORUM HOSTED BY EDWARDS ABSTRACT AND TITLE CO. McAllen
Dr. Ted C. Jones, chief economist and Sr. Vice President with national title insurance underwriter, Stewart Title, did an amazing job as always. His presentation focused on THE 3R’S of Real Estate and the Economy. His message was that during the months ahead, companies and individuals should reinvent, recharge and reignite. Edwards also launche d another “first ’’ and showcased the Forum via live stream. This allowed real estate industry professionals from the Rio Grande Valley and the state to view the Forum. “I want to thank Dr. Ted C. Jones and all who continue to support the State of Real Estate Forum,” said President & CEO Byron Jay Lewis.
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BYRON JAY LEWIS, ELVA JACKSON GARZA AND DR. LARRY BALLI
Edwards Abstract and Title Co. held the 17th Annual State of Real Estate Forum on June 3, and it was a huge success! Due to the pandemic, changes were made, but the goal remained the same: to produce the widely-popular annual event. The opportunity presented itself to change the format to accommodate guest s, and ul timately, Edwards Abstract and Title Co. produced a first class State of Real Estate Forum.
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June 1 - September 30 2021 Chuckwagon Dinner McAllen Heritage Center Macaroni Grill McAllen Save the Date
July 8
June 3
Girl Power, A Tween Empowerment Conference for Girls ages 10-12 Angels of Love Action Dance Studio 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
June 9
Expect Respect, A Teen Leadership Conference for Teen Girls Angels of Love Action Dance Studio 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Good Day McAllen Luncheon McAllen Chamber of Commerce Embassy Suites Convention Center McAllen 11:30 a.m. Women of Distinction RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Mission Event Center 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
June 19
33rd Annual Rio Grande Valley Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Mission Event Center 4:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
June 26
Boots and Bling 2021 RGV Literacy Center Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
July 3
Fourth of July Celebration City of McAllen Save the Date
July 4
Texas Cook’Em High Steaks custom car-truck and hot rod show Edinburg Chamber of Commerce 10:30 a.m. Independence Day Festival City of Pharr Jones Box Park 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
July 7
Kind Girls, A Kindness Workshop for Girls Angels of Love Action Dance Studio 8:30 a.m. - 12”00 p.m.
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FridaFest 2021 City of Edinburg City Hall Courtyard 3:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
July 17
Pancho Barraza McAllen Performing Arts Save the Date Rogelio Ramos McAllen Convention Center Save the Date
July 20
Successful Social Media Strategies for Business and Personal Influencing Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas RGV Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport 6:00 p.m.
July 23 - 25
Texas Hunters & Sportsman’s Expo McAllen Convention Center Save the Date
August 13
Bely y Beto Show McAllen Performing Arts 7:00 p.m.
August 17
Protecting Your Assets: Property, Personal and Estate Planning Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas RGV Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport 6:00 p.m.
August 20
Matute McAllen Convention Center Save the Date
August 20 - 21
Fishing for Kids 3rd Annual Superintendent’s Tournament McAllen ISD Louie’s Backyard - SPI Save the Date
August 22
Il Divo Concert Performing Arts Center 8:00 p.m.
August 26
Congressional Review Luncheon RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Embassy Suites Convention Center 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
August 28
Collage 2021 Gala IMAS McAllen Convention Center Save the Date
July 24
Divas McAllen Performing Arts 8:00 p.m.
16th Annual Fishing for Hope Tournament SHR Health Louie’s Backyard - SPI Save the Date
August 5
August 29
Pitbull Bert Ogden Arena Save the Date
Sofia De Nino De Rivera McAllen Performing Arts 8:00 p.m.
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Enrique Iglesias & Ricky Martin Bert Ogden Arena 6:00 p.m.
September 10
Caifanes McAllen Performing Arts 8:00 p.m.
September 15
Financial Planning for Women Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas - RGV Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport 6:00 p.m.
September 16
Buenas Tardes Luncheon Community Leader Spotlight Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce Save the Date
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McAllen Chamber of Commerce McAllen Performing Arts Center 6:30 p.m.
McAllen Performing Arts 8:30 p.m.
Gabriel Iglesias - Beyond the Fluffy Bert Ogden Arena 7:00 p.m.
Fiesta de Palmas McAllen Convention Center Save the Date
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Inspector & Elefante McAllen Performing Arts 8:00 p.m.
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Felipe Esparza: Unmasked McAllen Performing Arts 8:00 p.m. October 10 Mau y Ricky + Ousi 21 - Panas & Parceros McAllen Performing Arts 8:00 p.m.
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Hope is in Bloom Catholic Charities of the RGV Embassy Suites Convention Center 6:30 p.m.
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Jon Pardi McAllen Convention Center 7:00 p.m.
November 4
Dinner & Auction Scholarship Concert IDEA Public Schools Las Palmas Race Park 6:30 p.m.
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September 24
Annual GMCC Awards Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce Save the Date
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Empty Bowls 2021 RGV Food Bank Bert Ogden Arena 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Zoe McAllen Performing Arts 8:00 p.m.
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Divorciemonos mi Amor McAllen Performing Arts 8:30 p.m.
MC Magic - Lost in Love Tour McAllen Performing Arts 7:00 p.m. Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement Orchidee Studio McAllen 6:30 p.m.
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Porque los Hombre Aman a las Cabronas McAllen Performing Arts 8:30 p.m.
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Teo Gonzalez McAllen Convention Center Save the Date
Jalapeño RGV Amateur Championship RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Palm View Golf Course Save the Date
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Camilo - Mis Manos Tour McAllen Performing Arts 7:00 p.m.
Pretty in Pearls Comfort House Embassy Suites Convention Center 6:00 p.m.
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