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Hi Harlingen, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Millions for parks and coast, new patrol boat fighting illegal fishing, and Jalapeno 100 ride + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
Regional partnership fuels improvements: On February 24, the Texas General Land Office presented $2.32 million to Cameron County, funding park upgrades and coastal projects to benefit Harlingen and nearby communities along the Gulf — read the full story.
Safer seas for all: Texas Game Wardens introduced a new patrol boat to curb illegal fishing near South Padre Island, targeting gill nets and long lines. In 2025, wardens removed 15 miles of nets — read the full story.
Ambitious agenda unveiled: In a recent interview, Weslaco Mayor Adrian Gonzalez discussed growth, two international bridges, plans for the airport, the need for a third industrial park, and housing on the north side — read the full interview.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
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.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Where to burger this week: When the craving hits, head to Colletti’s Italian Restaurant for the Colletti’s Burger, a sleeper star with seared Texas Akaushi beef, Tillamook white cheddar, and beef fat aioli on a toasted potato bun. Consider it a quiet, weeknight upgrade.
Skate night, sorted: Craving old-school laps and no-judgment wobbles? Xtreme Jump San Benito now spins up Xtreme Skate, a full rink with a 14,000-square-foot floor and a kid-friendly mini area, so you can cruise, groove, and call it cardio with friends or family.
A quick pride boost: If you haven’t been lately, Iwo Jima Museum and Monument pairs the iconic flag-raising sculpture with a compact, story-rich museum on the Marine Military Academy campus. It’s a grounded reset, equal parts history lesson and goosebump fuel, with engaging exhibits and zero textbook yawns.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Harlingen for grown ups
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👪 Parent-Child Workshop: Winter 2026 @ Harlingen Public Library | Thursday (3/5) at 10:30 AM – Whether your tiny human is 12 months or 3, bring them to the library to burn off the winter wiggles, and call it enrichment. While they build towers, a resource pro chats about the week’s topic. Hit all five weeks, and you’ll score a prize.
🌶 35th Henry Roberts Memorial Jalapeno 100 @ Boys & Girls Club | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 AM – Clip in for the 35th, a revived century rolling out of Harlingen to Raymondville, over to Port Mansfield, then back on country roads. It’s a tour, not a race, just you, the Rio Grande Valley, and those South Texas winds. Legendary rest stops included.
💪 Gentry Gym Grand Reopening and Community Celebration @ Gentry Gym | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Missed their grand opening? So did they, which is why Gentry Gym is finally throwing the celebration it deserves. Expect a day of sweat, smiles, and catch-ups, where you earn your pastry, meet the crew, and feel good about where this place is headed.
🎭 Lend Me a Tenor @ Tower Theater | Saturday (3/7) at 2:00 PM – Matinee mischief is taking over Tower Theater in Weslaco as Ken Ludwig’s Lend Me a Tenor delivers door-slamming farce, mistaken identities, and opera-sized egos. It’s laughs without the late night, so you can cackle, clap, and make it home before dinner. Grab seats early.
💃 Leslie Blasing @ Tropic Winds RV Resort | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 PM – If your two-step’s been collecting dust, Leslie Blasing is the perfect excuse to shake it off with sing-along favorites, friendly faces, and a dance floor that remembers how fun nights used to feel. Tickets are $12 in advance, $14 at the door, so plan ahead.
🛍 Jayleen’s Event Center Market @ Jayleen’s Event Center | Sunday (3/8) at 12:00 PM – Grab a tote and wander Jayleen’s indoor market for local vendors, free snacks, and raffles. It’s low-stress browsing with hometown chatter, inside, so your hair, allergies, and patience survive. Think errands, but with prizes, and maybe your new go-to fix-it person.
🤠 4th Annual Winter Texan Appreciation Day @ Tierra Santa Golf Course | Monday (3/9) at 7:00 AM – Winter Texan Appreciation Day is golf, grub, and an excuse to mingle with snowbirds. Your ticket covers 9 holes, a cart, festival entry, a Mexican plate, and two drinks, or skip the swing, hit the fest. Buy before Jan. 31 and save a few bucks.
Live music & entertainment:
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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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📻 Harlingen report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 88°F – Low: 71°F – Precip: 1%
Mostly sunny. High near 88, with temperatures falling to around 84 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 13 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 36 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. Southeast wind 14 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 89°F – Low: 72°F – Precip: 10%
Partly sunny, with a high near 89. South southeast wind 16 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 36 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South southeast wind 14 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
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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.
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