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Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.
Mediterranean cravings solved: When lunch needs to be quick but actually good, Brocheta Mediterranean Bistro turns out fresh hummus, grilled brochetas (kabobs), and made-to-order pitas assembled from market-fresh ingredients.
Exhale-worthy reset: Sundara Spa is a McAllen full-service wellness spot where legit massage know-how meets holistic care like Reiki, Hebrew Pendulum, and Tibetan bowls, all delivered by therapists with over 14 years of experience and certifications in biomagnetism, Reiki Master, and targeted neck…
Cocktails done right: With award-winning craft cocktails, a rotating menu built on local flavors, and a patio that practically insists on another round, The Loretto at Mission is the kind of go-to for weeknight bites, date nights, or private events when you want it to feel special.
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The five stories McAllen readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.
The DEA and Texas Department of Public Safety South conducted a joint operation to seize over $700,000 in cash and 80 pounds of cocaine from a freezer in McAllen, Texas.
Full story at hoodline.com ↗
A 52-year-old Michigan man, Walter Lee Houze, has been sentenced to federal prison for possession with the intent to distribute 14 kilograms of cocaine.
Full story at texasborderbusiness.com ↗
Japanese-style hobby store, TESO X, is set to open its first store in the Rio Grande Valley in La Plaza Mall in McAllen, Texas.
Full story at yahoo.com ↗
The McAllen Independent School District (McAllen ISD) will offer free American Sign Language classes to the community starting Sept.
Full story at valleycentral.com ↗
South Texas College (STC) is returning its free lifesaving CPR training program for the fall, funded by a $100,000 grant from Texas Mutual Insurance Company.
Full story at texasborderbusiness.com ↗
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