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At 97 years strong, World War II veteran from Falfurrias thrives in independence

FALFURRIAS — The outside of Amancio Garza's home, located a short walk from Falfurrias Junior High, is distinguishable by the flagpole at the front corner and his well-manicured yard.

Brownsville’s Mitte in Motion festival connects local talent to entertainment industry professionals

Brownsville hosted a free workshop Saturday during Mitte in Motion: A Dynamic Arts Festival, which sought to foster the arts community of Brownsville by connecting emerging artists, creatives and actors to professionals within the arts and entertainment industry for training and relationship-building opportunities.

McAllen registered nurse, former ER professional, transitions into homecare

Laura Valadez saw a growing need in her community for home health care, particularly among Baby Boomers. It inspired the registered nurse to open SYNERGY HomeCare, the nation's fastest-growing in-home care franchise.

Carnival of colors: Valley View resident raises, breeds, trains birds in Harlingen

HARLINGEN — San Martin screeched as he stretched his festive wings into the air.

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Harlingen celebrates 100 years

HARLINGEN — It started as a small wooden church with services in English and German.

Photo Gallery: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Harlingen celebrates 100 years

HARLINGEN — St. Paul’s Lutheran Church at 602 Morgan Blvd. is celebrating its centennial anniversary in a fine brick structure and an ongoing construction project.

Industry insights: Show business veterans to lead Brownsville festival workshops

Anyone aspiring to a career in the arts and entertainment industry can get the inside scoop from industry veterans during the inaugural Mitte in Motion: A Dynamic Arts Festival to be held April 29 in Brownsville.

Mission CISD students create little libraries to serve campuses, community

Several Mission school district campuses will be receiving little libraries ready to be set up not just for students to use, but also for...

Families turn out for Brownsville’s annual Earth Fest at the farmers’ market

BROWNSVILLE — The rich smell of freshly dug earth and plants was in the air at Linear Park on Saturday as Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department held its annual Earth Fest at the Brownsville Farmers' Market.