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Rina’s Ramblings

This past week was a crazy one, wasn’t it? Record lows, loss of power and water, ice, a little bit of snow in some places. Very unlike February for the Valley. But we made it. Some people are still recouping and will take a while to get back to normal. On the whole – most are back to a normal rhythm. Last week there was a lot of kindness going around. People with power and water were helping others and others were sharing warm meals and

Editor’s Note: These next three weeks we will be introducing some not so widely known golf courses. A few golf courses that you should try out if you have not already. Even with the abundance of golf courses in the Valley, there are a few that our Winter Texan readers seem to gravitate to. We want to invite our readers to go try something new this season. Try a different golf course. See what another golf course offers. Just because they are a golf course you might not know as much about, does not mean they do not have something to offer to the golfer. We want to know if some of these courses are just as good as the more popular golf courses in the Valley.

See RINA’S RAMBLINGS pg. 19

Golf Survey Now Open

It is that time of year again. It is time to vote for your favorite golf course. We do this every Spring, when the weather is just right to get out on the courses again. This year we are hoping you try some new-to-you courses. We invite you to visit a course you have not been to yet and let us know what you liked about that course. You have three weeks to let us know what your favorite golf course is. We also ask, if you have the chance and would like to share, that you tell us what you like about the See SURVEY pg. 17 INDEX Parks Calendar “On the Road” Column Events Calendar Taste of the Valley Business Guide Classifieds

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Ron Hoover RV & Marine Center in Donna will be hosting their annual Boat Expo. The event will be held February 27 and 28 at 101 Expressway 83. The expo is full of seminars, vendors, and more. Visitors also get some free stuff. The event will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. The event is free admission and free parking. Visitors will receive coupons for two free drinks and a free door prize. Free drink coupons can be used for water, soda, beer, or snow cones. See BOAT EXPO pg. 17

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MOSTH presents Pioneers of the City of Pharr

Pharr native Romeo Rosales Jr. will present a Sunday Speaker Series Online presentation, “Pharr: A Concise History,” at 2 p.m. on February 28 on the Museum of South Texas History’s Facebook page. Pioneers come in many forms— sometimes as entire communities with a unique founding story. The All-America City of Pharr, which was incorporated in 1916, is a central community at the heart of the historic Rio Grande Valley. Sugarcane grower Henry Newton Pharr, who was also an engineer and manufacturer, along with his partner John C. Kelly, founded the city of Pharr for their interest in establishing a sugarcane em- Romeo Rosales Jr. pire. Rosales Jr., the author of “Images of America: Pharr,” will share Pharr’s foundation and incorporation, stories on the National Guardsmen in the 1910s, agriculture history, and law and order. Copies of Rosales’ 2014 publication of “Images of America: Pharr” are available for purchase in the Museum Store. Rosales Jr. is a fourth-generation Pharr native. He holds a bachelor’s degree in history from The University of Texas-Pan American (now UTRGV) and a Master of Library Science degree from Texas Woman’s University. Currently, Rosales is the Head of Collections & Acquisitions Librarian at BiblioTech Public Library in San Antonio. BiblioTech is the first-ever all-digital public library in the world. He is the only librarian in the country to hold such a position. The presentation will broadcast at facebook.com/MOSTHistory/live. Viewers are encouraged to interact

with panelists by posting comments and questions on the live feed. The presentation will also be recorded and posted for public access on the museum’s website at mosthistory.org. This program is made possible by the generous support from the Carmen C. Guerra Endowment. Mrs. Guerra was committed to educational causes in the Rio Grande Valley. This named endowment was created by her family to honor her memory and to continue providing educational opportunities for the community. About Museum of South Texas History The Museum of South Texas History is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. It is located downtown Edinburg at 200 North Closner Boulevard on the Hidalgo County Courthouse square. Founded in 1967 as the Hidalgo County Historical Museum in the 1910 Hidalgo County Jail, the museum has grown over the decades through a series of expansions to occupy a full city block. In 2003, following the completion of a 22,500 square foot expansion, the museum was renamed the Museum of South Texas History to better reflect its regional scope. Today, the museum preserves and presents the borderland heritage of South Texas and Northeastern Mexico through its permanent collection and the Margaret H. McAllen Memorial Archives and exhibits spanning prehistory through the 20th century. For more information about MOSTHistory, including becoming a FRIEND, visit MOSTHistory.org, visit on Facebook and Instagram, follow on Twitter, find on YouTube or call (956) 383-6911.

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Remembering the kindness of a stranger

Submitted by Rev. Dr, Jerry Butcher, Mission Both in our mid 80’s, my wife, Betty, and I had an ‘appointment’ between 3 and 5 p.m. at the RH COVID Vaccination Clinic in Edinburg. It was a disorganized disaster. They funneled second shot people, cancelled out the day before, on to our day and opened the vaccines to a first come, first serve invitation. This left many elderly people, like us, thinking we had a time slot, waiting in freezing

temperatures. There was only a single clerk with one computer, checking people into the clinic, causing a slowdown. The line of over 1,000 people snaked over a parking lot the size of a football field. What should have been a onehour wait was stretched to four hours. The windchill temperature was 35 degrees with freezing wind at 15- 20 MPH. After an hour and a half in line we decided to give up and go home.

But a young American Mexican girl next to us in line said, “No! Don’t give up! You have to get your vaccine!” Then she wrapped a shawl around Betty and said, “This will help you stay warm. My car is just over there. You can sit in the warm car. I will save your place in line. But don’t give up. You must get your vaccine.” After such kindness and encouragement how could we give up now? We did take turns getting out of the

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Library to host book discussion

By William Renner, Reference Librarian Speer Memorial Library in Mission invites you to join us on Tuesday, March 2, for a discussion of the book Educated, to take place via Zoom at 5:30 p.m. in Spanish, and at 6:30 p.m. in English. We will send a link for this virtual meeting to all who sign up. For 2021, we are providing an added incentive to participate in our Morton’s Book Club. Speer Memorial Library was the recipient of the Texas Reads Grant and will make free copies available, while supplies last, to people who sign up for our book discussions. This project is made possible by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services and Texas State Library and Archives Commission (grant number TXR21008). (2021) In this biographical story, the author talks about her childhood in rural Idaho, growing up in a survivalist family. Her father tended the family farm, sold scrap metal, worked in construction, and hoarded resources in preparation for the End of Days. Her mother, a midwife and herbalist, prepared all sorts of herbal concoctions to remedy all sorts of ailments. The family had to rely on these herbal remedies, because the father did not believe in doctors. Nor did he believe in schools—the mother schooled the children at home as much as the father would allow, and the author recalls acquiring old textbooks to read on various subjects in order to educate herself. She didn’t even have a birth certificate until she was nine years old. But one day, against her father’s wishes, one of her brothers, Tyler, decided to leave home and go to col-

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how you can be a part of the creative solution, as it presents opportunities to overcome the recent educational and emotional challenges of the pandemic by offering programming that will focus on Building Resilience Through Arts and Literacy. With the safety of all students, performers, staff, and the community in mind, FESTIBA 2021 will consist of virtual programming and presentations. FESTIBA events include the Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan Mariachi Festival on February 27 and 27, virtual exhibits, presentations at the Museum of South Texas History, a meet and greet on February 25, concerts, workshops and more. A full list of events can be found at https://www.utrgv.edu/festiba/program/booklet/index.htm.

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Why should we count our backyard birds?

By Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center Every year, thousands of people around the world watch and enjoy the birds that live around us. Because birdwatching is such a popular pastime, different citizen science projects have sprung up to add scientific value to the hobby. One such project is eBird, started by the Cornell Lab of Ornitholo- Carolina Wren gy in 2002, which has grown to be a favorite for birdwatchers. By submitting checklists, which can include photos and sounds of birds, people can keep track of what birds they’ve seen in a convenient online format. Those checklists are also used Great Kiskadee by scientists to help better understand bird migration, distribution, and population trends. “Last year, over 390 species were reported from the Lower Rio Grande Valley through eBird,” said John Brush, Urban Ecologist for the Hooded Oriole City of McAllen. “Part of what makes this sort of project so enjoyable is learning about the incredible diversity of birds we have – and it’s fun to see what cool birds’ other folks are finding.” One particularly cool sighting from last year was a Bald Eagle flying along the Rio Grande in February, an unusual visitor this far south. There are even special events to encourage more focused birdwatching. The Great Backyard Bird Count happens every February and helps

create a snapshot of where birds are living throughout the United States – including yards and neighborhoods. Visitors joined Quinta Mazatlan for a cold morning of birdwatching this year, hoping to see the colorful Green Jays, Great Kiskadees, and Buff-bellied Hummingbirds in McAllen’s “Big Backyard”. “Here in McAllen, we have some great places to watch birds at our city parks and public green spaces.” Brush said, noting that over 270 birds have been reported from Quinta Mazatlan as it enters its 15th year of being open. One of the urban nature center’s popular programs is “Begin to Birdwatch”, which is all about the joy of birds and how to get started on your birdwatching journey, including tips and tricks for identifying birds. The program is offered on March 13th at 10 a.m. Advanced registration required via Ticketleap; search for “Begin to Birdwatch” or “Quinta Mazatlan”. “Birdwatching is a timeless hobby and a great way to relax and de-stress in nature,” Brush added. “It’s also a great community of people to be a part of.” Quinta Mazatlán thanks visitors for following the most current COVID-19 safety guidelines while visiting the park. For more information on Quinta Mazatlán, follow on Facebook and Instagram or call (956) 681-3370. Hope to see you birding at Quinta Mazatlán.

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Leslie Blasing has been one of those Wintertainers that has adapted quite well to social distancing. She was one of the first to go online with her shows last year when we all had to start quarantining. He Facebook was always busy with her daily shows on her back porch, or out on her street depending on the weather. Blasing is a pleasure to watch with her energy, connection to the crowd, and love of music. Her songs span seven decades of country, classic rock, 50’s and 60’s…. and some of todays music as well. South Padre Island has been her home for 25 years. She has won multiple awards including the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018. While she is still doing performances on her Facebook page, she is also entertaining the crowds at a couple of places on the Island this season. She was not able to hold any of her

themed shows this year, but hopefully those will come back next year – as those concerts were always a hit. In the past she has done Divas: Mega Female Pop Artists Through the Decades, Country Legends, and concerts at the Commemorative Air Force Museum. This year she is performing at Tequila Sunset and Louie’s Backyard regularly and on Facebook when she wants to do more. On Mondays and Fridays you can find her at Tequila Sunset from 1 to 3:30 p.m. She is at Louie’s Backyard from 4:30 to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. These shows are open to the public. Keep up to date with her schedule, that can change without notice, by visiting her websites at www.chuckandleslie.com and www.LesliePresents.com. For bookings, email Leslie at LBlasing@rgv.rr.com or call (956) 761-4347.

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Fish Fry - Mission West RV Park, 4:30-5:30pm, Fish dinner - 3 pieces, fish served with coleslaw and fries, $8pp. Serving from 4:30-5:30 pm. Drive thru only. Delicious Dinner - Oleander Acres, Mission, 5-6:30pm, $8pp. Two homemade chicken and sour cream enchiladas, served with spanish rice, chips and salsa, and dessert. Must pre-order, drive thru only. 503-593-1457. Saturday, February 27 Park Wide Garage Sale - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 7:3011:30am, Plenty of interesting items to choose from, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Drive, Palmview. Breakfast - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8-11am, Homemade buttermilk biscuits and sausage gravy, buttermilk pancakes with or without blueberries, or a breakfast sandwich. $3pp to $6pp. Drive thru only. Park Rummage Sale - Sun Valley Village, Harlingen, 8-11:30am, Sun Valley Village, 15659 Buttercup Court, Harlingen. Sale in parking lot at Clubhouse (off Expressway 83 and north on Altas Palmas Rd). Kitchen

& household goods, small appliances, crafts, decor, Christmas, clothing (sold by bag), books, linens, windows, & lots of misc. All items priced to sell! Something for everyone! Masks required and please social distance. Open Jam - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 1-3pm, Event is held outdoors, at South Hall. Bring your own chair, beverage, snacks. Fresh mic covers used with each performer. Sunday, February 28 Church Service - Mission West RV Park, 10-11am, Everyone welcome to join us for our non-denominational church service every Sunday at 10am. We will have social distancing and masks will be required throughout the service. Our address is 511 E Loop 374, Palmview, TX 78572. Church Service - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 10:30-11:30am, Church Service is held in Clubhouse Rec Hall. Line Dancing - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 2-3:30pm, Activity will be outside on cement Lot #37. Half hour beginner with instruction, half hour intermediate, half hour prac-

tice. All steps called. Donations accepted. Will follow CDC guidelines. Bingo - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 7-9pm, Bingo is held in the Clubhouse Rec Hall. Monday, March 1 Monday Night Hamburgers - Mission West RV Park, 4:30-5:30pm, Please note time change: Serving our famous Monday Night Hamburgers ($5pp) and Cheeseburgers ($6pp) from 4:30-5:30 pm. Both are served with french fries and all the ‘fixins’. Drive Thru only. Tuesday, March 2 Hamburgers - Oleander Acres, Mission, 11am-1pm, Your choice of hamburger, cheeseburger, or bacon cheeseburger served with french fries. $5pp, $6pp, and $7pp. Drive thru only. Entertainment - Mission Bell Resort/ Tradewinds, Mission, 7-9pm, The Colliers, $8pp. Wednesday, March 3 Breakfast - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8-11am, Homemade buttermilk biscuits and sausage gravy, buttermilk pancakes with or without blueberries, or a breakfast sandwich. $3pp to $6pp. Drive thru only. John Autry Scramble - Monte Cristo Golf & Country Club, Edinburg,

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Thursday, March 4 Country & Gospel Jam - Mission Bell Resort/ Tradewinds, Mission, 1-3pm, Lunch is 12-1. Outside stage, weather permitting. Open to public. Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 3:30-4:30pm, $5 per 32 oz pre-filled container; four flavors. Drive thru only, pick up and take home. Friday, March 5 Fish Fry - Mission West RV Park, 4:30-5:30pm, Fish dinner - 3 pieces, fish served with coleslaw and fries, $8pp. Serving from 4:30-5:30 pm. Drive thru only. Saturday, March 6 Parkwide Garage Sale - Magnolia RV Park, Donna, 8am. Breakfast - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8-11am, Homemade buttermilk biscuits and sausage gravy, buttermilk pancakes with or without blueberries, or a breakfast sandwich. $3pp to $6pp. Drive thru only. Open Jam - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 1-3pm, Event is held outdoors, at South Hall. Bring your own chair, beverage, snacks. Fresh mic covers used with each performer.

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So, over the next three weeks, we would like you to try out a new course, or two or three, and then let us know about your favorites in our golf course survey. Send in your ballot. This year we want to ask something extra. We would like to solicit additional feedback for our wrap up story. And if you would, attach a short note to your ballot, telling us why you voted the way you did. We would love to hear your thoughts, your stories, and any duffers anecdotes you would like to share. The Rio Grande Valley is dotted with an abundance of golf courses, from 9-hole par-3s to courses that

provide 27 holes. There are country clubs, country club-like courses and just about everything that travels the golf spectrum. Golfers find as much enjoyment on the Davids as they do on the Goliaths. Because on every course, the objective is the same — put the small, white ball into what sometimes seems like the smaller hole where the flag proudly stands. And, of course, do not put the ball into the bigger holes, even though that seems like a fairly simple feat. For courses such as Alamo Country Club or El Nino in Mission or Ebony Hills in Edinburg – just like everywhere – the true challenge is golfer

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hole for a pro. But for us humans, they you have to play what James calls are great challenges. It all depends “target golf.” You have to hit your here on how aggressive you want to short shot off the tee, then hit your big be.” shot on the second shot.” James, whose best score is a 3-unThe way the course is designed, it's der-par 32, there were a couple holes just challenge after challenge – but if that quickly came to mind in regard to you hit the ball straight you'll have the the challenge they bring to any golfer. chance to score well.” One is the par-3 No. A n d , 5. It is a straight shot no mat– except for one tall ter which palm tree that has course you caused many a golfplay in the er to string together Upper Vala few not-so-kind ley – from words after they hit Cimarron their tee shot. Someto El Nino times, it is harder to to Howling miss a target and so Trails or much easier to hit it. Alamo Country Club Shary MuThis clearly is the nicipal and case here. Palm View or Tierra Del Sol and Los “You either have to go over it and Lagos, that's the ultimate goal – from it's only about 40 yards ahead of you tee to green, ball to hole (not the big so you have to get it up quickly,” he holes) – is a good round. Just do not said. “If you go around to the left, forget to bring your pencil (preferably there's sand. If you go around to the with an eraser). right, there's water. That tree causes a Alamo Country Club is a private lot of debate, but it's still one of the club but does allow guests with a rescool holes.” ident to play during certain times of The other hole is a par-five where the year.

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challenging year for all of us. There has been almost no exploring nor traveling as we have all tried to stay in and stay protected from the pandemic that has overcome the entire world. Consequently, those of you who have always been great promoters of travel have not been able to promote tours nor cruises. Hopefully by the fall of 2021, we will be back to our more normal way of life. In the meantime, please check the tour schedule in this issue of the Winter Texan Times. This will show you what we had planned for the Winter Texan 2021 season. You can use it for a reference for the coming season or for whenever we are able to travel again. The itineraries are tried and true. The tours presented in the flyer are some of the more popular ones. If you are interested in something you do not see offered, give me a call, or

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send me an e-mail. Travel is on the rise. Just recently more air arrivals and departures were added to our local airports. That is good news. The airlines are not going to add more planes to their schedule unless there is a need for more seats. Another bit of good news is that New Mexico has lifted their ban on traveling to their state. We just need to stay vigilant. Wear the mask. Practice social distancing and seriously consider receiving the vaccine. I received my first shot last week and will receive the second one in early March. If you have not received your vaccination, try to pre-register your time slot, and avoid the long lines and delays. Finally, the distribution is becoming organized. That long wait in line should be a thing of the past. In the meantime, stay safe and stay well. I hope to see you next year.

Quinta Mazatlán is hosting author Lisa Kay Adam on Thursday, March 4, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on The Back Porch at Quinta Mazatlán. Adam has taken the whispered and fragmented words of the ancient Coahuiltecan peoples and expanded the meanings into poems and stories. Her book, xuai, will be for sale and signing for that unique gift! The book, xuai: mission-housevillage-town, opens up a window of imagination into the experience of indigenous peoples who lived in the Spanish colonial missions of South Texas and northeastern Mexico. The poems incorporate phrases and words from their long-silent language, as well as elements from the history, natural history, and archeology of the region. The book features color illustrations from a rare colonial map of the area. Bob Holman, Co-director of the Endangered Language Alliance shared, “This is a book of audacious imagination.” He continues, “There is no higher purpose for poetry than

to be the vehicle for language itself to survive. That is the purpose of xuai.” Lisa Kay Adam grew up in South Texas, spending many childhood hours under the shade of a honey mesquite tree. She earned her undergraduate degree in anthropology and English from UT Austin, and her PhD in historical geography and anthropology at Louisiana State University. She has published poetry and essays in the Nature Conservancy Magazine, The Christian Science Monitor and many other journals. Adam has enjoyed a long career in history and art museums and now volunteers with the Texas Master Naturalists. Join us on The Back Porch at Quinta Mazatlán, Thursday, March 4, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., $5 per person. As outdoor class size is limited for health protocols, please book in advance at www.quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. Please follow current Covid-19 Safety Guidelines while in the Park. For more information, contact (956) 6813370 and follow Quinta Mazatlán on social media.

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The Sombrero Festival will be held virtually. There will be a Sombrero Festival en Casa virtual show on Saturday, February 27. The show will feature a virtual variety s music will be provided by Gatos Locos. Facemask and social distancing is required. 5X5 is located at 801 N. Bryan Rd. in Mission. March 6 Keep McAllen Beautiful (KMB) will be celebrating its 10th Anniversary of the Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, March 6. The Arbor Day Celebration is a fun-filled event where participants take part in a 5K, 10K run, 25 mile or 100 kilometer bike tour. The event will be held virtually this year, which means that participants can set their own date, place, and time to get those miles in, get active and enjoy the beautiful Rio Grande Valley spring weather. Register at www.keepmcallenbeautiful.org or call 681-4562 for more information. Packet pickup will be held on March 4, at the Keep McAllen Beautiful office. On that day, participants will pick up their event packet and a free tree. Now through March 6 The Hidalgo Watercolor Society Annual Exhibit will run through March 6. The exhibit will be displayed at the Upper Valley Art League (UVAL) at

921 E. 12th St. in Mission. The exhibit features art made by Winter Texans and local artists. Gallery hours are Thursdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Masks and social distancing are required for all events. For more information, call the gallery at (956) 583-2787. Now through March 28 IMAS presents Max Vityk’s Warriors of Light on exhibit in the main gallery. In this series Vityk investigates the narrative elements and figures of ancient rock engravings and mythological and folk symbols. The exhibit is comprised of 12 large acrylic paintings. Find out more information online at theimasonline.org. Ongoing The Mission Food Park will be open weekly Thursday through Sunday. Thursday will be from 4 to 10 p.m., Friday 4 p.m. to 12 a.m., Saturday 2 p.m. to 12 a.m. and Sundays will be open from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Mission Food Park, powered by the Mission EDC, is located at the CEED building on Bryan Road and U.S. Business 83. The site is the permanent location of Jitterz coffee bar and local brewery 5x5 Brewing Co., which will be operating during the food park hours. The food park will host a variety of food

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trucks including Queenie, Motoramen, Sahadi’s, and Pineapple Ninjaz. Hours and regular updates of vendors will be on their Facebook page, www. facebook.com/MissionFoodPark, and website, www.missionfoodpark.com/. The Senior Texas Slow Pitch Fun Softball League, geared for players over 55, will be meeting weekly at 9 a.m. at West Side Park on Ware Road in McAllen. The B League (intermediate ability) will be meeting on Mondays and Wednesdays. The A League (more competitive) will be meeting on Tuesdays and Thursdays. For more information, call Fred at (956) 897-6961 or Ed at (956) 581-2254. Every first and third Friday of the month, starting March 5th, from 5 to 9 p.m., Edinburg will host Food Trucks N’ Tunes at McIntyre Promenade. Parking will be at city hall, 415 W. University Dr. Dogs on a leash are welcome. For more information, call (956) 383-6246 or visit www.edinburgarts.com. If you have an event coming up, please submit to news@wintertexantimes.com. Please include contact information, social distancing requirements and any additional information that would be helpful to the community.

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Food vendors include popcorn, and of course, Kona Ice. There will be two food trucks – one serving barbecue and another serving a variety of food. The event will also feature an accessory booth with sound bars, lights bars, power poles, GPS’s, and other electronics. Visitors will be able to touch and test the items to see what they offer. A flea market with a hodge podge of merchandise will also be on the premises. It will be a garage sale style of stuff at some pretty cheap prices. Items will be used and new and can range from tools to accessories. All inventory – boats, RV’s, golf carts – will be on sale as well. All entry fees from vendors will be donated to the Rio Grande Valley Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Edinburg presents Food Trucks N’ Tunes

The City of Edinburg's Cultural Arts Division is proud to present a year-round series event. Starting on March 5th, 2021, The City of Edinburg will host Food Trucks N’ Tunes at McIntyre Promenade. These events will occur every first and third Friday of every month of 2021 at McIntyre Promenade (McIntyre and 7th Street). The main attraction for this event will be the variety of food trucks and the different artists/musicians that will get on the stage and perform for the public. Our musical guests for Fri-

day, March 5th, 2021 will be Street Corner Soul Band and the live music will start at 6 p.m. This event will have all the COVID-19 Measures to ensure public, vendors and performers’ safety. For more information contact The Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library at (956) 383-6246. You can also visit the City of Edinburg's Cultural Arts website at www.edinburgarts. com for more information about this and other Edinburg events.

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After careful evaluation and consideration, the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) has decided to cancel this year’s Winter Texan Drive-In Concert, scheduled for Thursday, February 25, due to the ongoing inclement weather conditions and power outages across the city. The GMCC apologizes for any inconvenience this decision might have

caused. The GMCC will be issuing refunds to those who have already purchased their parking pass. It is crucial that we come together as a community to help one another to get through these challenging times. For more information regarding refunds, please feel free to contact Jennifer Espinoza or C.J. Sanchez at (956) 585-2727.

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food with those in need. Random acts of kindness were abundant. On Facebook I asked if anyone wanted to share an act of kindness they saw or felt. One response recognized Pastor Tom Hicks of First Baptist Church in San Juan. This man opened his church for those in need. He opened his fellowship hall for anyone who wanted to get warm, made pots of soup for a warm meal. Then he opened the sanctuary for anyone who wanted to sleep on the padded pews in a warm build-

ing. Another kind gesture was submitted and can be found in this issue as well. I am sure there are many stories like this throughout the Valley. We would be happy to hear them. We would love to share with our readers how you received a kind gesture, or how you took part in one. If you have anything to share, please email us at news@wintertexantimes.com

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Recovering plants, grass after winter storms

Written by Adam Russell, TAMU Chat with Green Aggies, a team of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialists and agents, will be hosting an emergency webinar session at 4 p.m. February 26 to address questions and concerns related to recovering turfgrass and plants in urban landscapes and gardens following the winter storm. Extended freezing conditions were hard on Texas landscape plants. Chat with Green Aggies will discuss plant, tree and turfgrass recovery during this emergency session. The program is free, and anyone interested may participate. It will be presented on the Zoom online platform. The panel includes AgriLife Extension experts Mengmeng Gu, Ph.D., ornamental horticulturist; Young-Ki Jo, Ph.D., turf pathologist; and Kevin Ong, Ph.D., plant pathologist and director of the Texas Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory, all in Bryan-College Station. Also participating will be Becky Bowling, Ph.D., urban water specialist, Dallas; Chrissie Segars, Ph.D., turfgrass specialist, Dallas; Erfan Vafaie, Ph.D.,

program specialist in integrated pest management, Overton, and Laura Miller and Paul Winski, horticulture agents in Tarrant and Harris counties, respectively. Other guests will be featured to address specific questions as needed. “This winter storm is one of the coldest and longest we’ve experienced in Texas,” said Gu. “This meeting will cover some topics on recognizing freezing plant injury and how to respond.” The program will be geared toward urban landscapes, but all are welcome to join. The information could be helpful in forming a recovery/response plan for their home garden, turfgrass or landscape. The webinar will be recorded and made available to view through the Texas Plant Disease Diagnostic Lab – Chat with Green Aggies YouTube Playlist. “We invite Master Gardeners, Master Naturalists, hobbyists and others to submit questions or concerns that they would like to see addressed in this emergency survey,” she said. “Please provide input, as it will make the webinar most relevant to address your needs.”

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