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Hi McAllen, hope you’re having a great weekend!
In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: Bayou Brewfest, a first-of-its-kind AI associate degree, and Frida Fest 2026 + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around McAllen protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 Most-clicked stories this week
Live music and decor await: Edinburg Rotary Club will host Bayou Brewfest on March 28, with nearly 20 breweries and seven restaurants, benefiting Food Bank, Boys & Girls Club, and Alta. Presale tickets are $100 — get all the event details.
Meeting demand for AI skills: South Texas College in McAllen is set to launch a first-of-its-kind AI associate degree with initial state approval, offering hands-on training, certifications, and a pathway into STC bachelor’s programs — get all the details.
Regional retail hub emerges rapidly: Weslaco’s retail boom is taking shape, with a $46.5 million Sam’s Club under construction and H‑E‑B renovating its largest store. A retail plaza near Westgate is rising east of McAllen — get all the project details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
All the crowd favorites:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 This week’s top finds
Thrifty gem with vibes: The Beaumont House is a cozy community thrift spot where racks swing from Y2K gems to surprise throwbacks, with crates of records and curios. They also host pop-ups with DJs, matcha, and food trucks… a mini hang while you hunt for something that actually feels like you.
Old-school movie night: Skip the mall crowds and turn movie night into a carload adventure at WesMer Drive-In Theatre, the Valley’s last true drive-in. Catch a double feature under starry skies, with zero shushing; just tune the radio, recline, and soak up that cozy throwback magic.
Weeknight pasta upgrade: When carb cravings call for more than a jar, Brunetta Tinto & Pasta serves silky house-made pappardelle, twirlable spaghetti, and truffle-kissed plates that feel celebratory, not fussy. Ideal for an easy date night or a midweek “we deserve this” dinner.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Sneak peek at next week
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🎪 Circus Vazquez @ Circus Vazquez | Monday (3/9) at 7:00 PM – Whether you still remember the smell of sawdust or just need an outing that beats another Netflix scroll, Circus Vazquez pops up in Paramus with aerialists, daredevils, and laughs for all ages. Tickets start at $20, bragging rights included.
🎗 Boys & Girls Club Fundraiser @ Mr Gatti’s Pizza | Thursday (3/12) at 4:00 PM – Thursday night at Mr Gatti’s means pizza with a purpose. Bring the crew, eat like teenagers again, and call it community service with extra cheese, because every slice supports McAllen’s Boys & Girls Club. Mention Boys & Girls Club at the door.
🐕 Walk with Your Pet: Pet Fair @ Allen & William Arnold City/School Park (Pharr) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Think your dog walks you? Prove it at this pet walk and fair, a low-key lap with plenty of sniff stops, treats, and tail wags for pets and their humans. Stretch your legs, swap tips, let the pups make friends, and call it quality time.
🍓 Strawberry Fest @ Bert Ogden Arena (Edinburg) | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Out front at Bert Ogden Arena, it’s strawberries everywhere, from local vendors to sugar-laced goodies, plus food, drinks, and shameless photo ops. Free, outdoors, and family friendly, which means you can pretend the kids made you go. Wear red, avoid stains.
🎨 Gel Plate Monoprints Workshop @ International Museum of Art & Science | Saturday (3/14) at 2:00 PM – Treat yourself to adult playtime at IMAS, making gel plate monoprints with leaves, found objects, and magazine transfers. It’s low pressure, high satisfaction, museum admission included, and blissfully glitter free, so snag a spot early and call it quality time well spent.
🎨 Frida Fest 2026 @ Promenade Park Amphitheater (Edinburg) | Saturday (3/14) at 5:00 PM – Frida Fest is back at Promenade Park Amphitheater, a free, community bash celebrating art, music, and that unmistakable Edinburg flair. Expect live bands, chalk art, a Frida-inspired fashion show, carnival rides, wellness art, and a Kids Zone. Flower crowns encouraged, bold brows optional.
🚗 1st Car Show of 2026 @ Texas Tops Truck Accessories | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – South Texas car culture is rolling in with a family-friendly lot full of custom cars, lifted trucks, and clean builds, plus music that actually lets you talk. Think bragging rights, zero burnouts, and a victory lap to Dairy Queen for the good stuff, cones included.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 McAllen report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 87°F – Low: 70°F – Precip: 68%
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 87. East southeast wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Later: A chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. East wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
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Tomorrow – High: 91°F – Low: 74°F – Precip: 34%
A chance of rain showers before 7am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 91. South southeast wind 6 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. Southeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
Most popular house this week
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