Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of October.
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🎭 Culture
The Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle is searching for relics lost after a plane deliberately crashed into the shrine on October 23, 1970, which started a fire that destroyed the original building.
The relics—like a burned torso of Christ and a chalice bought for $2—show the church's faith and will be displayed in a museum to teach people about the shrine's history.
🏛️ Government
City officials in Alamo approved a new traffic ordinance near PSJA Memorial Early College High School to protect students after concerns over jaywalking and heavy traffic during school hours.
The ordinance bans parking on segments of Ridge Road and allows police to issue citations while new stop signs, markings, and signals will be installed (as discussed on Tuesday) and parents will be alerted on social media before enforcement begins.
🏥 Health
Mayra Mendoza found three lumps in her breast during a routine mammogram even though she thought she was very healthy, and she then underwent a year of treatments including chemotherapy, immunotherapy and a double mastectomy.
She chose reconstructive surgery at the DHR Health Breast Center of Excellence, which brought her physical and emotional healing (she is now cancer-free and grateful).
🎉 McAllen Events
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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.
Rene Vaca in McAllen
8-9:30 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket details available — Enjoy an evening of comedy with Rene Vaca in McAllen's premier venue.
The Inaugural Heartbeat Gala
6-10 p.m. — Casa De Palmas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham — Individual: $100, Couple: $150, Table of 10: $1,000 — An elegant gala raising funds for healthcare services in the Rio Grande Valley.
Joshua Aaron Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — Iglesia Camino del Rey Upper Valley — $0.50 service fee — Experience an uplifting Night of Worship with Joshua Aaron in McAllen, TX.
C Street Brass Quintet Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Starting at $47 — Experience an upbeat evening of jazz from the renowned C Street Brass Quintet.
Clave Especial Concert
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket info available — Enjoy an evening of special musical performances in McAllen.
Yandel - SINFÓNICO
8:00-9:30 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket info available — Enjoy a captivating performance by the renowned Puerto Rican artist Yandel in a unique orchestral setting.
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