Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of February.
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🎓 Education
Raymondville ISD marching band earned the prestigious 2025 Sudler Shield from the John Philip Sousa Foundation, becoming the first in the Rio Grande Valley to receive this international honor.
Head Band Director Benjamin Keltner noted the award reflects the band’s years of hard work.
Shimotsu Elementary student Daniela Macias de la Vega (grade 5) became a published author after winning the South Texas Author Con; her 14-page book about her brother Alejandro's autism has sparked empathy discussions across her school.
Nearly 50 copies were sold, affirming her work.
📰 Real Estate
Marquis Who’s Who honored longtime realtor Michael Blum (partner at NAI STX) for his expertise in real estate services.
His decades-long career has shaped the Rio Grande Valley’s commercial landscape through key projects and local leadership.
🎉 McAllen Events
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Flip Circus
7-10 p.m. — Palms Crossing — Tickets from $20.88 — Experience an all-new circus production featuring world-class performers in an intimate setting.
The Thorn
7-9 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the epic story of God's love and the battle for humanity through music, drama, and stunning visuals.
Heroes with Heart 5K Walk/Run
7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — South Texas Health System Heart — Registration fee applies — Celebrate American Heart Month with a community-focused 5K for heart health.
HGF Pediatric Endocrine Education Day
6-9 p.m. — DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel McAllen — Free entry — An enlightening evening focused on growth and bone disorders featuring expert discussions and a catered dinner.
Gilberto Capistran at MXLAN
9 AM - 1 PM — McAllen Convention Center — $10 — Celebrate Latinx culture at this vibrant summer music and arts festival.
MXLAN Festival 2026
5-9 p.m. — McAllen Convention Center — Tickets from $89 — Experience live music at the vibrant MXLAN Festival with a diverse setlist.
The Waddington Brothers: Bluegrass & Cowboy Music
7:30-10:30 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket required for ages 3+ — Enjoy a unique blend of cowboy and bluegrass music.
The Beatles Candlemusic Concert
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Celestial Room — $45.00-$65.00 — Experience the enchanting melodies of The Beatles performed by a string quartet amidst a thousand flickering candles.
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