Surprising links between diabetes and cancer and how to reduce the risks
BY R. Suresh Ratnam and Diana F. Ramirez | Special to The MonitorDiabetes and cancer are significant health concerns in the Rio Grande Valley....
#healthyrgv: Words of wisdom from Dr. Pepper
I’ve received more emails writing this column than for anything else I’ve written for The Monitor. Some email to share their stories, advice or...
Local high school athlete enjoying benefits of meal prepping
BY HENRY MILLERDONNA — When Miranda Sandoval approached her mom Monica Galvan about healthy eating, she knew her commitment level in athletics had reached...
YA novels you need to get your hands on immediately
BY MARGIE LONGORIA
Advice: Loving your kids when they misbehave
BY MARIA LUISA SALCINESWhen your children misbehave as toddlers, you understand that their behavior stems from not knowing any better.As they get older, your...
Creatures of the night
BY JOHN BRUSHStatement of the obvious incoming: humans are diurnal animals. Sure, we often stay up late (some of us consider ourselves “night owls”),...
Garden View: Dragon fruit season begins
BY BARBARA STORZDragon fruit, also known as pitaya, is a tropical, night blooming cactus that originated in Mexico and Central and South America. Spanish...
Plenty of water activities at South Padre Island
BY HENRY MILLERBefore all the shouts of “Look!” and “Over there!” could reach the front of the boat, the majority of the onlookers had...
FESTIVA EVENTS — Friday, Aug. 3 – Sunday, Aug. 5
Submit your event to [email protected] by 5 p.m. Monday to be considered for the following Friday.WEEKEND‘MAMMA MIA: THE MUSICAL’The Edinburg High School Performing Arts...
Film review: ‘Leave No Trace’ a story of solitude, solidarity between father and daughter...
BY BROOKE CORSO"Leave No Trace," Debra Granik’s incredible film from a screenplay adapted with Anne Rosellini, features a father and daughter so in sync...
