Good morning, McAllen.

State reps Ryan Guillen and Terry Canales clashed over school vouchers during a recent McAllen Chamber event—Guillen backed vouchers to boost competition in other districts while Canales argued they shift funds from public education.

Dr. Cera Kroenke of DHR Health discussed the Breast Center of Excellence in Edinburg during Breast Cancer Awareness Month and said the center provides care from initial screenings to full cancer treatment—specialists work together to ensure the best outcomes.

She noted that DHR is the only NAPBC-accredited breast center south of San Antonio.

Edinburg will host Monster Jam at Bert Ogden Arena today at 7 p.m. and run until Sunday, Oct.

12 — fans can see gravity-defying stunts and high-speed races.

Alicia Villarreal Concert

8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket info available — Experience the electrifying performance of Alicia Villarreal on her Donde Todo Comenzó 2.0 Tour 2025.

12th Annual South Texas Book Festival

11 AM – 5 PM — McAllen Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate books, culture, and imagination with activities and authors for all ages.

ORION 224 Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Cine El Rey — Tickets available — Experience the captivating sounds of ORION 224 with live performances of their latest hits.

The Jins Live Concert

7-11 p.m. — The Gremlin — All ages — Canadian garage rockers the Jins are set to rock McAllen alongside special guests.

Snoopy’s Picnic & Pumpkins

4-9 p.m. — Archer Park — Free entry — Enjoy family-friendly activities, a movie screening, and local vendors amidst a festive fall atmosphere.