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Has Austin Taco’lonialism Finally Peaked?

October 24, 2023

For years, there’s been a debate about which city had the best tacos: Austin or San Antonio? All the while,…

Biden Administration Plans to Continue Border Wall in RGV

October 20, 2023

Find out how our ecosystems and communities will be deeply affected as new border barriers are planned for construction.

Esteban Jordan: The Greatest Accordionist Who Ever Lived

October 19, 2023

Learn about the legacy of Esteban "Steve" Jordan, a musical prodigy who pushed the boundaries of the accordion, creating a…

Dahlia Guerra’s Immeasurable Influence: Guiding UTRGV Mariachi Aztlan’s to Excellence

October 16, 2023

In 1989, Guerra laid the foundation for the UTRGV Mariachi Aztlan, little knowing that it would eventually evolve into the…

Silent Struggle: Domestic Violence in Cameron County

October 11, 2023

As domestic violence cases in Cameron County increase, so does the need to understand the warning signs and inform yourself…

Zoho Take Over, Part One: The McAllen Creative Incubator

October 10, 2023

Discover how Zoho, a tech giant, took over a majority of the second and third floors of the McAllen Creative…

Interview: Meet RGV Photographer Benigno Hoyuela

October 6, 2023

Step into the captivating world of Rio Grande Valley through the lens of Benny Hoyuela. Immerse yourself in the rugged…

Native Plants in the Rio Grande Valley Found in Mexican Cuisine

October 4, 2023

Native Plants in the Rio Grande Valley Found in Mexican Cuisine and Remedios Words by Fátima Garza Edited by Abigail…

COMMENTARY: RGV Intergenerational Trauma: More Love, Less Fear

October 3, 2023

Explore how unity, accountability, and open dialogue in the RGV borderlands can pave the way to resilience, trust, and self-empowerment.…

La Ciudad de Sullivan: Un Refugio para Animales

September 29, 2023

El RGV es el hogar de una de las mayores poblaciones de animales callejeros del país, lo que supone una…

Op-Ed: Reconnecting With Your Heritage

September 25, 2023

National Hispanic Heritage Month offers an opportunity to rekindle your cultural ties. Learn ways to rediscover your heritage through media,…

Taking a Ride on the Bessie III Trolley

September 20, 2023

Discover Rio Grande City by riding the Bessie III Trolley and explore the historic sights in downtown!

What To Do When You Don’t Know What To Do;  Advocating for Suicide Prevention Month

September 19, 2023

Suicide Prevention Month is a time to advocate for the 48,183 lives lost to suicide nationwide. It’s time to raise…

Op-Ed: The Los Ebanos Ferry “El Chalán:” A Marker of Present Community

September 18, 2023

The Los Ebanos TX ferry, also known as “El Chalán” by community members, is the only functioning international ferry in…

HB 467: New Texas Law Extends Time to File Family Violence Cases

September 13, 2023

House Bill 467 went into effect on September 1, allowing more time for survivors to file for family violence cases.…

Op-Ed: Book Bans and the Fight to Liberate Knowledge

September 12, 2023

HB 900 and book bans continue to pose a threat to our education in Texas, but there's still hope as…

The City of Dogs in Sullivan: A Refuge for Strays

September 7, 2023

The RGV is home to one of the largest populations of stray animals in the country, which puts a serious…

5 RGV History Events You Need to Learn

August 24, 2023

Although there’s much history often left unsaid due to the battles occurring in our public school curriculums, hope remains. In…

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