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It’s Friday, Harlingen! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: AI-driven shipyard plans, a $3 million coastal park upgrade, and St. Patrick’s Day murder mystery dinner party + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
New features at coastal park: Work on South Padre Island’s E.K. Atwood Park will start in April, a $3 million upgrade with spill funds, adding shade and rinse stations, restrooms, and lighting by January 2027 — get all the details.
U.S. Navy contract fuels plans: Brownsville is being considered for a $3.2 billion Project Alpha shipyard to build autonomous vessels, and Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño says he is cautiously optimistic about a near-term decision — get all the project details.
Inspiring journey of service: Weslaco’s Angela Rosko, a former Philadelphia detective and bank investigator, is shaping the Valley through Real Ministries and her book Draw Near, sharing how faith and family guide everyday life — learn about her journey.
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.
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💎 Local business spotlight
Refill your creativity: Cactus Valley Art & Supply Company is a locally run Harlingen hub for clay and ceramic supplies, plus new and gently used finds. It offers low-pressure workshops that make starting, or finally finishing, a project feel doable, alongside easygoing gallery vibes that keep inspiration flowing.
Seafood fix, Harlingen-style: When the mariscos mood hits, Muelle 37 delivers crisp ceviche tostadas, comforting seafood soup, and the crowd-favorite Muellecito sampler. The vibe is relaxed and lively, reliably tasty, perfect for a midweek boost or an easy weekend hang with friends.
Deck dreams, delivered: If your patio feels meh, Atlas Build Partners turns it into a true hangout with custom decks and patios from a Harlingen team that lives here. Expect thoughtful design, quality materials, and neighborly communication, so you can sip, grill, and chill without DIY headaches.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
☘ Shamrock 5K Run @ Lon C. Hill Park | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – Take a jog on the green side with a 2K or 5K at the park, your pace, your pride. Then linger for live music, local eats, and a best-dressed battle, because around here spirit beats speed, and your knees will thank you for stretching.
🌿 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.
🌿 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.
🐷 San Benito Hog Waddle Festival 2026 @ San Benito Fairgrounds | Saturday (3/14) at 3:00 PM – Charley Crockett is home, and Hog Waddle at the fairgrounds is about to sound like your uncle’s record player on payday. Skip the drive to Austin, grab General Admission or VIP, and call it a night worth boots, two-stepping, and bragging rights. Presale on Eventbrite.
🎷 The Big Easy Live @ Encore Fun-N-Sun (San Benito) | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 PM – Skip the airfare and get your NOLA fix at Encore Series: The Big Easy Live, a Mardi Gras celebration stacked with brass, swagger, and second-line joy. Think soulful grooves, maybe a bead or two, and zero regrets about not dodging Bourbon Street puddles.
🎭 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: 84°F – Low: 60°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 84. Southeast wind 1 to 9 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 60. Southeast wind 6 to 12 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 88°F – Low: 68°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 88. South southeast wind 6 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 68. South southeast wind 12 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.
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