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The Organizers in the RGV

March 26, 2024

The RGV is home to many grassroots and nonprofit organizations that have led the fight against the social issues we…

Being Loud and Queer

March 22, 2024

Volume Cinco of Trucha’s queer advice column, Consejitos Con Santana, answers questions exploring gender exploration, coming out to family, and…

Crafting Community: How a Studio in Mission is Promoting Art Accessibility in the RGV

March 21, 2024

Texas ranks among the lowest states with art funding nationwide. This deficiency of accessible art spaces in the RGV is…

Bargain Bazaar: A Pulga History and Remembering Gentrified Spaces

March 12, 2024

Discover the captivating history of Bargain Bazaar, a once-thriving indoor flea market in McAllen, currently shifting due to the impacts…

School-to-Prison Pipeline: How it Affects RGV Students

March 6, 2024

Last Sept., community members were shocked to hear of the arrest and criminal charges against 11-year-old Timothy Murray. The charges…

The Consequences of SB 4

February 29, 2024

Texas Senate Bill 4 raises alarms for the Rio Grande Valley community, potentially exposing them to racial profiling and increased…

Consejitos Con Santana: Enamorados: Lover Girls, Gays, and Theys

February 28, 2024

Volume Cuatro of Trucha’s queer advice column, Consejitos Con Santana, answers questions from queer and gender-nonconforming people about falling in…

Mr. Amigo 2024 Denounced for Anti-LGBTQ Rhetoric

February 26, 2024

The Charro Days Celebration is a popular festivity commemorating the friendship of Brownsville and Matamoros, MX. However, this year’s festivities…

Adapting to a New Reality: Mexican and RGV Abortion Activists Work to Provide Community Support

February 13, 2024

RGV and Mexican pro-choice activists have been affected by the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn abortion rights. Learn how organizations…

Unidad y Alegria; cdcb’s New Mural Celebrates Brownsville

February 8, 2024

cdcb’s newest mural celebrates the essence of life in Brownsville,TX! Created by artist Cecilia Sierra and other local artists, the…

Ghetto Superstar: Persevering Through Adversity

February 6, 2024

956 Artivists is a new series that explores the relationship between art and activism in the Rio Grande Valley. The…

LNG Industrialization: What it means for the RGV

February 1, 2024

The LNG projects have had a complicated history, and following along has not been easy. We break down the major…

Consejitos Con Santana – Volume Tres:  Here & Queer at Communication Station

January 19, 2024

Volume Tres of Trucha’s queer advice column, Consejitos Con Santana, answers questions from queer and gender-nonconforming people about communicating needs…

How Small Sullivan Rescue Helped Take Down Fake Rescue in Arizona

January 18, 2024

Last summer, Yaqui Animal Rescue investigated a fake animal rescue in Arizona and hoarding over 50 dogs in deplorable conditions.…

Movimiento Fellowship: Towards an Aligned Mind

January 16, 2024

“Aligned Mind” showcases art by Cielo Zuniga, Ruby Delgado, and Savannah Muñoz as part of Trucha's Movimiento Screen Printing Fellowship.…

The Top 6 Valley Viral Moments of 2023

January 3, 2024

2023 was the year of legal twists, vibrant community spirit, and a medley of noteworthy events in the Valley. From…

Remembering Victor Manuel Nava: Why RGV Stories Like These Shouldn’t Be Forgotten

December 14, 2023

In 1970, tragedy struck when a young boy named Victor Manuel Nava was shot by a deputy sheriff. His murder…

What to Grow in the RGV’s Food Deserts? Community, Collaboration and Support

December 12, 2023

Many people throughout the RGV struggle to access grocery stores that provide fresh food and produce, making it challenging to…

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