Elsa Cavazos
Artist creates original pieces using salvaged materials
LOS FRESNOS — Ivan Benavides, 33, was not familiar with the term “wood turning.”
Now, he is taking the term and the phrase “wood turner”...
Pumpkin patch reopens in Lower Valley with COVID-19 restrictions
HARLINGEN — In all shades of orange that bring autumn vibes, an annual event gets ready for visitors to arrive, with a few changes...
Police respond to man barricaded in Harlingen home
A number of law enforcement officers are at a Harlingen apartment where a man is reportedly barricaded himself with a weapon.
The crime scene is...
Artist pays tribute to Ginsburg with mural
SAN BENITO — The wall outside of Notorious Cutz, a well known barber shop here, has girl power written all over it.
What used to...
Siblings’ candy, snack shop prevails despite challenges
HARLINGEN — What started out as selling candies at a garage sale and making $50 for a savings fund became a job and a...
Personal shoppers become the new delivery service
HARLINGEN — Whataburger and Chick-fil-A are two of the most popular Texas cravings, but they are also the main requests made by Mexican citizens.
However,...
Families take haircuts into their own hands
HARLINGEN — With a sheet lying on the floor, clippers and scissors lined up, a tablet for distraction and a stool, Sumer Knight, 30,...
Red Cross to offer assistance for Hurricane Hanna damage
The American Red Cross will begin providing financial assistance and recovery planning to eligible households damaged by Hurricane Hanna.
The program will serve households that...
Amid COVID-19, boutique offers unique items
HARLINGEN — Featured in a leopard pattern, military green or even a floral design, a new portable door opener is making it easier to...
RGV cities cited again for health efforts
HARLINGEN — Once again, the Valley is being awarded for being healthy.
The cities of McAllen, Harlingen and Los Fresnos were all winners of the...