🌬 Cold Front Incoming!
Warm today & tomorrow, but a strong cold front arrives on Sunday!
🥶 Tuesday: Coldest day with wind chills in the 20s in the morning.
🌧 Expect mostly rain, but sleet or freezing drizzle could show up in rural areas north and west of the RGV. No accumulation expected.
🧥 Temps may briefly hit freezing by Wednesday AM before warming back up!
Stay tuned to changes, and keep an eye on the forecast! 🌡

Via KRGV

Here is an update on McAllen ISD schools schedule relating to the cold weather coming in next week. Normal school hours, in case you need them for reference, are elementary schools (7:50 am), middle schools (8 am) and high schools (8:15 am)

Due to exceedingly cold weather, McAllen ISD has adjusted the school schedule for next week.

MONDAY, JAN. 20
School hours will remain the same. Buses will run their routes at the regular times.

TUESDAY, JAN. 21
School delayed start times
Elementary 8:50 am
Middle School 9 am
High School 9:15 am

Staff reports at its regular time. The school will be open at regular times in case parents wish to drop off their children earlier. Buses will adjust route times accordingly.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 22
McAllen ISD will monitor the weather and provide updates if school is to be delayed on Wednesday. Staff will report at its regular time.

If only we could give up Donna and keep TikTok 😩

Tito Double P ¡AY MAMÀ! TOUR
Sat • Mar 15, 2025 • 8:00 PM
Payne Arena, Hidalgo, TX

Tickets Available:
Official Platinum Tickets: 42
Resale Tickets: 455

https://www.ticketmaster.c...

Weslaco, Texas

NOW OPEN: La Katrina Tacos and More! 🌮🎉

📍 1121 W IH 2, Ste G, Weslaco, TX

📞 956-351-5049

Via Weslaco EDC

Due to weather, SpaceX is now targeting Thursday, January 16 for Starship's seventh flight test. The 60-minute launch window opens at 4 p.m.

Brownsville, Texas

Welcome to Brownsville, Natural Grocers!

This new location at 515 Morrison Road opens its doors on Wednesday, January 22nd.

Join the grand opening celebration and enjoy:

- Freebies for the first 150 shoppers
- A ribbon-cutting ceremony
- Fun prizes and giveaways

McAllen, Texas

The Walmart at 800 East Nolana Ave. is getting a makeover! 🛒

Renovations will begin on May 11, 2025 and are expected to be completed by November 6, 2025.

📍 800 East Nolana Ave., McAllen, TX 78501

Weslaco, Texas
According to documents filed with the state Weslaco ISD will be installing new playgrounds.
Scope of work: 1- 24x40 shade, 1- 40x50 shade, and playgrounds. Shade structures consist of galvanized steel post and fabric tops.

So far the following schools are listed:
Memorial Elementary
AN Rico Elementary
Airport Elementary
Gonzalez Elementary
Cleckler-Heald Elementary
Ybarra Elementary
Silva Elementary
Sam Houston Elementary
North Bridge Elementary
Margo Elementary

Palmview, Texas

A new Wingstop is coming to Shops at Palmview! 🍗

Construction will begin on July 1, 2025 and is expected to be completed by October 1, 2025.

📍 1562 W Palma Vista Dr, STE B, Palmview, TX 78572

Three Pharr firefighters have joined the Alamo Strike Team, a group of 22 South Texas firefighters, to assist in combating the devastating wildfires in California.
The team departed early Saturday morning for a 10 day deployment. They are currently working alongside over 5,000 firefighters to protect homes and structures.
The Alamo Strike Team includes first responders from Pharr, Bexar-Bulverde, Boerne, Canyon Lake, New Braunfels, and Schertz.
We wish them a safe and successful mission as they work tirelessly to protect communities in need.

Joe Lopez y Grupo Mazz
Sat • Feb 15, 2025 • 8:00 PM
McAllen Performing Arts Center, McAllen, TX
Tickets Available: 810 (Capacity 3500)

https://www.ticketmaster.c...

Alejandra Guzmán - Brilla Tour
Sat • Mar 15, 2025 • 8:00 PM
McAllen Performing Arts Center, McAllen, TX

Tickets Available: 1170 (Capacity 3500)

https://www.ticketmaster.c...

McAllen, Texas
FUNBOX The world’s largest bounce park is at La Plaza Mall and will be opening on January 10th.

They are having a $18 Grand Opening Special (24 Reg. Price & At The Door) for 80 minutes of play.

🎟️ https://funbox.com/mcallen

Rio Grande City, Texas
Exciting news for Rio Grande City! 🍽️
It looks like Texas Roadhouse, Raising Cane's, and Olive Garden may be coming to the area soon.
While there are currently no official filings with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, there are pins on Google Maps indicating potential locations.
📍 4513 Rattler Dr, Rio Grande City, TX

McAllen, Texas

McAllen is taking steps to protect night skies with updated outdoor lighting standards as part of the Dark Skies Initiative! With this the city aims to reduce light pollution, improve energy efficiency, and create better stargazing for everyone.

Hopefully additionally cities in the RGV get on board with this.

McAllen, Texas
FUNBOX The world’s largest bounce park is coming to La Plaza Mall and will be opening on January 10th.

They are having a $18 Grand Opening Special (24 Reg. Price & At The Door) for 80 minutes of play.

🎟️ https://funbox.com/mcallen

A cold front will move through Deep South Texas tonight with temperatures falling into the 30s and 40s for overnight lows and only rising into the 50s (with a few low 60s) for Monday.🥶
Via NWS Brownsville

SpaceX is targeting January 10th for the next flight test of Starship. This mission will attempt to catch the Super Heavy booster.

Link: https://www.spacex.com/lau...

Celebrate National Popcorn Day (January 19th) at All Cinemark Locations! 🍿

Bring your own bucket (up to 400oz), and they will fill it with popcorn (2 XL popcorns) for just $5.

Additional info: https://www.cinemark.com/m...

Palmview, Texas

Wings and Rings in Palmview is opening soon at 180 N La Homa Rd., Suite 1, Palmview, TX 78572.

Their website shows that they will be opening this month!

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🚨 PRESS RELEASE 🚨

On Thursday December 26, 2024, at approximately 4:09 p.m., the Alton Police Department Communications Division received a call for service regarding a medical emergency at the 1300 block of North Oak St. Alton, Texas.

Upon arrival, officers and medical personnel discovered a deceased male at the location. The male was later identified as a 15-year-old. The Alton Police Department Criminal Investigation Division responded to the location and discovered the male had an injury to his head. During the course of the investigation two male juveniles, both 15-years-old, were brought in for questioning. The two juveniles were later arrested and charged with tampering with physical evidence.

On the morning of Friday December 27, 2024, an autopsy was performed on the victim. The Hidalgo County Medical Examiner and Coroner's Office determined the head injury was a gunshot wound and ruled the manner of death as homicide. The two juveniles in custody will be charged with murder.

Via Alton PD

Rio Grande City, Texas

A new Tropical Smoothie Cafe is coming to 4343 E. US Hwy 83 Bldg 301 Suite A! 🍹

Construction will begin on January 1, 2025 and is expected to be completed by August 29, 2025.

📍 4343 E. US Hwy 83 Bldg 301 Suite A, Rio Grande City, TX 78582

According to CNN, Party City will be closing down all of its stores.

CNN reported that store managers have been told that all locations would be shut Feb. 1.

Link: https://www.cnn.com/2024/1...

Groupo Frontera Holiday Block Party at Bert Ogden Arena!🎄✨

📅 TOMORROW Friday, December 20, 2024
⏰ 5 PM - 8 PM
📍 Edinburg, Texas

Enjoy free food, activities, prizes, and a special performance by Juan Moya y Los Del Valle! (First come, first serve while supplies last.)🥳

Chiquita has delivered bananas featuring a Starship Flight 6 patch. These bananas were donated to Starbase and the Food Bank RGV.

Edinburg, Texas

A $20 million renovation project is underway at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium. 🏈

These upgrades include improvements to the locker rooms and press box, enhancing the game day experience for players and fans.

Construction is expected to be completed by June 30, 2025.

Edinburg, Texas
Talem Family Clinic will be opening on Jan 6, 2025!

📍 5600 S Veterans Blvd Suite C, Edinburg, TX 78542

Rio Grande City, Texas
For our fans from RGC:
A new Little Caesars is coming soon! 🍕

Construction will begin on January 17, 2025 and is expected to be completed by April 17, 2025.

📍 388 FM 3167 STE. 100, Rio Grande City, TX 78582