Good morning, McAllen.

The Food Bank of RGV warned residents today that fake social media posts about food giveaways have led people to waste gas and time.

Officials advise checking official flyers (with the Food Bank RGV logo) or online pages for confirmed distribution events.

Site selector Carl Quesinberry of Avison Young visited McAllen at the Cambria Hotel (as part of a COSTEP event hosted by the Council for South Texas Economic Prosperity) and presented on attracting investment by emphasizing unique local assets; he answered audience questions about the Rio Grande Valley’s economic strengths.

Rio Grande Valley farmers can apply for the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Production Resource Opportunity Grant, which may award up to $500,000 for equipment and irrigation upgrades.

Applications close May 14 – a chance for farms to boost efficiency with improved water systems.

Dr. Yaritza Rivera warned Rio Grande Valley pet owners to keep cats and dogs away from Easter baskets since toxic chocolate, grapes, artificial grass, and plastic wrapping can harm pets (causing gastrointestinal issues).

Free glucose screenings are available all month at South Texas Health System in Edinburg as part of the Heart of the Valley campaign—they help catch diabetes early with immediate results.

Residents can email [email protected] for live doctor advice.

Miguel Villarreal, a local with type 2 diabetes, is in a clinical trial for the FDA-approved weight loss pill orforglipron at Texas Valley Clinical Research.

He attends checkups to track progress — the study compares doses against placebo to support obesity treatment, although the pill is not approved for diabetes.

Viva La Musica!

7:30-10:30 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fantastic performance by the McAllen Wind Ensemble at this classical music concert.

Pack 76 Donut Dash 5K

12:30-3 p.m. — 201 N 1st St, McAllen, TX — Registration fee required — Enjoy a tasty 5K race and 1-Mile Fun Run with a sweet twist featuring donuts along the route.

Be Like Blippi Tour

2-5 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket details TBD — Experience an interactive playdate with Blippi and Meekah through music and fun activities.