Articles

The Empowering Story of La Traviesa: Laredo’s First Olympian

July 8, 2024

In an interview with Karen Gaytán, co-director of "Traviesa: The Documentary," we explore the journey of Laredo's first Olympian, Jennifer…

Dispelling the Myth: The Complex Reality of our Immigration System

July 5, 2024

Uncover the complicated reality of the U.S. immigration system, from debunking the myth of easy entry to advocating for comprehensive…

Celebrating Pride: How Queer Craft Night Creates Community

June 28, 2024

Safe spaces in the RGV that aren’t centered around partying or drinking are often hard to find in the RGV.…

Archiving History: What That Means for the Valley

June 21, 2024

“Timelines from the Future” is an informative panel about the preservation efforts across the Valley that many organizations are participating…

Quién Es Tu Gente: Showing Off Pride in the RGV

June 18, 2024

Discover how Casa Orgullo is providing essential resources and creating a safe space for LGBTQIA+ youth in the Rio Grande…

Battle of the Art Nights: McAllen vs Harlingen

June 10, 2024

In this installment of "Se Tenía Que Decir," we dive into a spirited debate, McAllen Art Walk vs Harlingen Art…

Where the Sidewalk Ends, A Community Begins: The Story of Palmhurst’s and Alton’s Potholes and Sidewalks

June 3, 2024

The communities of Palmhurst and Alton face a hazard to their livelihoods: broken, inaccessible and missing sidewalks and ever-expanding patches…

COMMENTARY: A Re-Cap of Palestinian Campus Protests and Why Speaking Out Matters

May 30, 2024

This article explores the recent Palestine protests at UT Austin and UTRGV in April and May 2024 and what local…

Quién Es Tu Gente:  Las Ceramic Artists del Valle

May 21, 2024

Meet the visionary artists behind Cactus Valley Art and Supply Company and Annebrije Pottery Studio, who are breaking barriers and…

Invisible Women: The Unseen Impact of Domestic Workers

May 16, 2024

We often overlook the crucial day-to-day tasks done by domestic workers, primarily women. This article advocates for the fair treatment…

Abortion Care Once Again Under Review: Supreme Court Reconsiders Mifepristone Approval

May 15, 2024

The Supreme Court is once again reviewing a case that can potentially change access to abortion care in the country.…

Op-Ed: Celebrating Storytellers of the Rio Grande Valley

May 10, 2024

In a world where major news outlets paint the Rio Grande Valley in a negative light, local storytellers are collectively…

Scorched Valley: Impacts of Climate Change in the RGV

May 7, 2024

In recent years, the RGV seems to be getting hotter. This rise in temperatures has had negative effects on our…

Overcast Recordings: An Inspirational Tale for RGV Musicians

April 26, 2024

From his roots in Brownsville, Krebs pursued his passion for music production, founding Overcast Recordings in Austin, TX. Krebs has…

Car Wash Boom in the RGV

April 23, 2024

Cruising through the RGV, you may notice new businesses springing up, but there is one industry that is taking the…

Empowering Communities: Art & Activism in the RGV

April 11, 2024

Art is a powerful medium and can be used to aid activist movements, especially here in the RGV. Learn how…

Massacre of Border Rage: A History of Racial Violence in the RGV

March 28, 2024

The Rio Grande Valley's complex identity is shaped by events like La Matanza of 1915, a period characterized by racial…

Conversation with Author José Alaniz: How His Work Challenges Narratives that Stereotype the RGV

March 27, 2024

In “Puro Pinche True Fictions,” author José Alaniz challenges RGV stereotypes, reflecting on his upbringing as a second-generation Mexican-American. Alaniz…

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