Winter Texans: Guides

ENTERTAINMENT  American Legion Post 37, 1305 E. Jasmine St., McAllen, (956) 682-7841. Mondays- Monday night football includes drink specials, free munchies, giveaways after every quarter and door prizes at half time.   American Legion...... Full story

The Rio Grande Valley is an area welcoming to many in the winter. It’s winter climate, cool for anybody from this area, provided a welcome respite for many from the northern parts of the continent.Not surprisingly, one favored pastime for many...... Full story

McALLEN — If shopping is what your heart desires, then look no further than the Rio Grande Valley. There are plenty of retail plazas, malls, downtown areas and outlet stores available throughout the area.La Plaza Mall in McAllen is the leading...... Full story

Anglers heading to their favorite fishing spots in South Texas should make sure they have a valid fishing license if they want to avoid finesSuch licenses are available for purchase from nearly 1,700 agents across the state, according to the website...... Full story

In an area boasting subtropical climate practically year-round, it’s no wonder why the Rio Grande Valley is recognized as one of the nation’s hot beds for fishing, which attracts anglers from all over the country.  The...... Full story

New and returning visitors looking for both quality and quantity in their health care can rest assured knowing there is no lack of either in the Rio Grande Valley.With each passing year, the area’s multiple health facilities continue to grow...... Full story

ALHAMBRA519 S. 17th St., McAllen(956) 772-4252CUISINE: MediterraneanAlhambra is a combination of a restaurant with a hookah bar in downtown McAllen. The cuisine draws from the Mediterranean with Spanish and Moorish influences. The lobster paella is...... Full story

Depending on the native tongue, pulgas — better known as flea markets — are a Rio Grande Valley tradition that offers buyers and sellers alike a chance to find unique deals just about every weekend throughout the year. Just about every...... Full story

American Legion Post 37, 1305 E. Jasmine St., McAllen, (956) 682-7841. >> Mondays: Monday night football includes drink specials, free munchies, giveaways after every quarter and door prizes at half time.   Leisure World Community, 400...... Full story

MEALS Aladdin Villas, 1501 W. Aladdin Villas Blvd., Mission, (956) 585-9014. Mondays- Pancake supper from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Serving pancakes, sausage, ham, applesauce and coffee for $3 through Mar. 29. Alamo Paradise Acres, 1513 W. Crockett, Alamo,...... Full story

CHURCH SERVICES >> Alamo Palms RV Park, 1341 W. Bus. Hwy. 83, Alamo, (956) 787-7571. Non-denominational church service every Sunday through Apr. at 9 a.m. with Pastor Brian Dent. >> Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W. Frontage Road, Alamo,...... Full story

The Rio Grande Valley is an area welcoming to many this time of year. Its climate, though cool for many from this area, can be a toasty relief for folks from chillier, more northerly climes. Not surprisingly, one favored pastime for many Winter...... Full story

Although the Rio Grande Valley was spared this year from hurricane activity, the region saw plenty of drastic weather in 2009. The usual drought was amplified this summer by record-high temperatures that hovered around the 100-degree mark through...... Full story

There is enough basketball and hockey to go around for sports enthusiasts in the Rio Grande Valley. The NBA D-League’s Rio Grande Valley Vipers, the only minor league sports team in Deep South Texas with a direct affiliation to a major sport,...... Full story

Depending on the native tongue, pulgas — better known as flea markets — are a Rio Grande Valley tradition that offers buyers and sellers alike a chance to find unique deals just about every weekend throughout the year. The newest...... Full story