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Conference focuses on peppers’ power

Rod Santa Ana III

WESLACO — The nutritional value of peppers and their growing consumption will be the focus of the 12th Texas Pepper Conference, according to organizers. The conference, organized by the Texas Pepper Foundation, will be Nov. 12 to 13 at the... Full story

Adriana Cantu a favorite at Holiday Crafts Expo

Nora N. Garza

As long as we have had the Holiday Crafts and Small Business Expo, Adriana Cantu has been at the heart of it. As a district parent educator for PSJA school district, Adriana uses her flair for decorating and art on the job. She has an amazing talent... Full story

Messy room can be scary

Maria Luisa Salcines

Years ago while visiting the home of a salesman my husband worked with, we were warned by his oldest son that his pet boa constrictor had gotten out of its cage. He insisted we didn’t have to worry that the snake was probably under his bed... Full story

Entomologist treks from Andes to Valley

Rod Santa Ana

Growing up in the Andes of Peru, Raul Villanueva was fascinated with the insects that crawled among the huge mountainside boulders. He especially liked those that looked like twigs and had what appeared to be letters of the alphabet on their... Full story

Bishop Raymundo Peña: The Mystery of Conversion

Last week I took up the theme of conversion, which is about a complete inner transformation of mind, heart, and behavior. I noted that God calls us to it, and gives us the necessary grace to achieve it. Without God’s help, we would be... Full story

Halloween fun begins with storytelling

Nora N. Garza

Storytelling is one of my favorite activities to do with children. When my kids were young, I loved telling them stories using different silly voices for the characters. My son didn’t like the cast of characters coming out of mouth.... Full story

Not easy to cope with sorrow

Maria Luisa Salcines

Last week was the one-year anniversary of my mother’s passing. It’s still difficult for me to believe she has been gone a year. There is nothing anyone can say or do to help you in the process of healing from such an emotional wound.... Full story

ANDY COMER: Halloween costume ideas for tightwads like me

Andy Comer

A year ago, I wrote a column about creating cheap Halloween costumes in light of the poor economy. One year later, the economy still stinks, and I’m still unwilling to spend more than $10 on a costume I’m only going to wear for a couple... Full story

Free business training offered

Nora N. Garza

I have met some interesting crafters and artisans. When their home overflows with pottery, doilies, afghans, rag dolls or any number of handmade wares, they may try to sell a few items to make room for new treasures or to make a little money to buy... Full story

A Happily Married Family

Maria Luisa Salcines

The truth is and ladies I hate to say this, but I hear a lot of complaining about husbands in my workshops, and sometimes the poor guys aren’t to blame. Being in a committed relationship takes work, but too many spouses spend their time... Full story

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