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Dreams & Screens: The Making of San Cha’s “White Magic” Music Video

July 20, 2023

Local filmmaker and archivist C. Díaz shares an inside look at the process of creating San Cha’s live performance music…

What’s Up With All the Boba Shops?

July 10, 2023

In a world where coffee reigns supreme, boba is slowly rising to the top, where it has become a symbol…

Heat Dome Puts Farm Workers At Risk

June 28, 2023

The current heat dome in Texas has daily temperatures in the triple digits, putting millions of people and workers at…

An Act Of Hate and Homophobia in Brownsville

June 23, 2023

The first official rainbow sidewalk in Brownsville has been vandalized in an act of homophobia, further showing that hate continues…

Pride Beyond Rainbows

June 18, 2023

Pride month is more than just rainbows everywhere. It’s about showing up and showing support for the LGBTQIA+ community. To…

Out In The 956 Features Queer Artist for Pride Month

June 14, 2023

In this interview, OutInThe956 features Marc McCrea, a queer artist from the RGV, asking him insightful questions about his art…

Escaping Hustle Culture in the RGV

June 14, 2023

While bigger cities have a lot to offer, they can feel overwhelming, cluttered, and crowded. In comparison, the RGV gives…

Texas Legislature Passes Policies That Discriminates LGBTQIA+ Community

June 9, 2023

The Texas LGBTQIA+ Community is under attack once more by discriminatory policies that are actively being passed and continue to…

Reproductive Care In Danger for Texas Teens

June 7, 2023

Since the overturning of Roe V. Wade, many conservative states, such as Texas, have cracked down on folks' ability to…

Toxic Behavioral Patterns In Queer Relationships

June 5, 2023

Marchismo and marianismo are a toxic set of expectations and behaviors that negatively affect people in cis and queer relationships.…

Clothing Swaps Provide Clothing Accessibility In The RGV

May 31, 2023

With the rise of thrifting costs, free clothing swaps are becoming a more accessible option for the RGV community. Preloved…

Latino Men at Higher Risk of Suicide

May 26, 2023

Elevated suicide rates among Latino men in the United States are having a profound impact on the RGV due to…

Jesus Treviño Opens Art Exhibit at IMAS

May 24, 2023

Jesus Treviño is a wonderful example of Rio Grande Valley talent nurtured by amazing art educators. His exhibition, La Carrera…

Tornado Tears Through Laguna Heights, Recovery and Reconstruction Efforts Continue

May 19, 2023

On Saturday, May 13th, a deadly tornado tore through Laguna Heights, causing significant damage. Current efforts are taking place to…

Roots Fest: Roots Break Walls Community Celebration

May 15, 2023

Roots Fest, will be a communal celebration of abundance. Celebrate the RGV as a community with vendors, art, food, and…

Op-Ed: Let’s Burn Together (or Save The Planet)

May 10, 2023

Nature is vital in everything we do. Yet, at times, we ignore the many issues plaguing our communities within the…

A Community Screening Series of Lo Que Queda en el Camino (2021) at the US-MX Border

May 1, 2023

Sentient.Art.Film, in partnership with ENTRE Film Center & Regional Archive, presents Lo Que Queda En El Camino (What Remains on…

Supporting Survivors in the RGV

April 26, 2023

While declaring April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month was a big step towards ending gender-based violence, it is crucial to…

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