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Happy weekend, Harlingen!
In today’s happening-today edition: Arctic icebreaker plans, Charley Crockett live, St. Patrick’s Day murder mystery dinner, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
Two appointees join oversight board: Governor Greg Abbott appointed Mission’s Martin Garza to the Texas Board of Criminal Justice, with a term ending February 1, 2031, adding a Rio Grande Valley voice to corrections leadership — see who else was appointed.
Arctic icebreakers on the horizon: Chantier Davie has acquired assets in Galveston and Port Arthur, planning $730 million in investment and 2,400 jobs in Texas, while Saronic Technologies is considering Brownsville for drone boat operations — see what’s planned in Texas.
Cross-border freedom legacy revealed: From Jackson Ranch Church in San Juan to a haven for escapes to Mexico, a story spotlights overlooked Black history in the Rio Grande Valley and descendants reclaiming roots — read the full story.
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.*
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.*
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Skin + stress reset: From thoughtful injectables and microneedling to Hydrafacials, float therapy, and a brisk cold plunge if you’re feeling brave, Elite Body Contour & Drip Bar delivers skin calm and nervous-system balance. Face and mood get a reset in one stop… small wins, big vibes, zero fuss.
Fry craving unlocked: Reyna’s BBQ & Cocina is serving up serious potato joy, from classic and cheese fries to Texas waffle fries that stay crisp under all the good stuff. Pair a hot basket with smoky brisket or wings for a weeknight win that tastes like Texas.
Quick round, anyone? For a breezy midweek reset, Rodriguez DGC packs a fun 9-hole loop with concrete tees and DISCatcher baskets, plus a playful safari back nine if you want more. It’s easy to squeeze in before dinner, even when valley winds try to keep putts honest.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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Last call for the CVS Epic Beauty Sale: Today’s your last chance to save on all sorts of self-care products at CVS, including makeup, beauty tools, skin care, hair masks, moisturizers, and more from all your favorite brands. *Shop the sale before it ends →
Paying full price is officially optional: Blu Dot just marked down dozens of their best sofas, beds, dining tables, outdoor pieces, and lighting by as much as 60%. Not because something’s wrong with them, but because every great design eventually has to make room for the next one. The deals change daily, so it’s always a new adventure. *See what’s on sale today →
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🏃 Heroes 5K @ Harlon Block Sports Complex (Weslaco) | Saturday (3/14) at 7:30 AM – Weslaco Running Club is finally making it official with a 5K at Harlon Block Sports Complex. For those who train, not just talk, twenty-five bucks buys a timed race, an official cap, age-group glory, and the kind of endorphins coffee only dreams about.
🌿 Inspirational Garden Clean-Up @ Frontera Audubon (Weslaco) | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Fresh air calls for gloves, good company, and a little elbow grease at the Inspirational Garden Clean-Up at Frontera Audubon. Help spruce up a space we all brag about, then brag a little more. Shoot an email or DM to sign up.
🏷 Rummage Sale @ Rio Life Community Church (Merce) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:30 AM – Clear a little trunk space, this rummage sale is stacked with fabric and sewing notions at the kind of prices that make you feel smug all week. Open to everyone, perfect for quilters, menders, Halloween schemers, and anyone finally befriending that dusty sewing machine.
🌿 Spirit & Wellness Festival @ Whole Life Wellness Center | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – This mellow Spirit & Wellness fest is basically a spa day you can afford, five bucks gets you live music, good eats, crystals, and hands-on pampering. Browse vendors, try Reiki or a mini workshop, let the kids craft, then leave looser, lighter, and smugly zen.
🤠 Spring Easter Cowboy Country Market @ The Crown Food Truck Park (Mercedes) | Saturday (3/14) at 3:00 PM – Feel like hunting for deals instead of eggs? The monthly market at The Crown Food Truck Park brings Easter charm, country vibes, and a spread of local vendors, great food, and surprises, all with free admission. Bring the family, support Mercedes makers, linger for dinner.
🎭 Lend Me A Tenor @ Tower Theater of Weslaco | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – An afternoon at Tower Theater means Ken Ludwig’s Lend Me a Tenor, a door-slamming, Tony-winning farce of a missing opera star, mistaken identities, and laughs. It’s a matinee, so you’ll get chuckles, support local theater, and still beat the H-E-B crowd, seats from $15.
☘ St. Patrick’s Day Murder Mystery Dinner Party @ Eastgate Mobile Home & RV Park | Sunday (3/15) at 5:00 PM – Whether you play detective or sip and judge, Eastgate’s murder mystery dinner puts you in O’Malley’s pub as Julia Lane Cooper leads Irish mayhem with music, improv, and intrigue. Grab a character spot early, or observe, and contact Eastgate MH & RV for tickets.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Harlingen report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 88°F – Low: 68°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 88. Southeast wind 6 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 68. South southeast wind 12 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 95°F – Low: 56°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 95. South wind 14 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Later: Partly cloudy. Low around 56, with temperatures rising to around 61 overnight. East northeast wind 10 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 37 mph.
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