EDINBURG — The City of Edinburg invites residents and visitors to kick off the summer with an exciting evening of live music at the first concert of the 2026 Summer Concert Series on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 7 p.m. at the Promenade Park Amphitheater.

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By Joey Gomez
STC Public Relations Specialist

MCALLEN – South Texas College’s Veterans Affairs Office, together with Library Services at STC’s Pecan Campus is honoring the legacy of World War II veteran and illustrator George Withers through a special exhibit highlighting both the power of art and the often-unseen struggles veterans face after war.

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Falls among older adults are on the rise nationwide, posing a significant threat to health and independence.

Each year, more than 1 in 4 Americans aged 65 and older experiences a fall, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), leading to approximately 3 million emergency department visits and more than 41,000 fall-related deaths annually.

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BROWNSVILLE – From the modernization of essential water and wastewater infrastructure to the visionary investment in the Zoo’s Master Plan, the City of Brownsville has been an indispensable partner in the Gladys Porter Zoo’s forward momentum. As a heartfelt thank you for this steadfast support and the City's commitment to the Zoo’s comprehensive redevelopment, the Zoo is proud to host Brownsville Appreciation Weekend on May 8th, 9th, and 10th.

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Goodnight, TX - Visitors and Texans wanting to smell the aroma of food cooked from a real chuckwagon or witness thrilling reenactments of historic military encampments can do so on Saturday, May 9 as the Charles and Mary Ann Goodnight Ranch State Historic Site invites everyone to the Goodnight Invention Convention.

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LA GRANGE, TEXAS — The Texas Quilt Museum focuses on history and honor with their spring/summer exhibits. They include the juried exhibit My America…What It Means to Me to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday; Hooked On Presidents, which features hand-hooked rug portraits of U.S. leaders; and Old Quilts Made New, a passion project for Teresa Wong.

They will be on display April 30-August 29, 2026. Hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

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If you’ve ever experienced a mental health challenge, you are not alone.

More than one in five U.S. adults lives with a mental illness, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), while one in 20 experiences a serious mental illness. In addition, approximately 16% of children aged 6 to 17 are affected by a mental health disorder.

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EDINBURG, TX – The Edinburg Cultural Arts Division and the City of Edinburg Conceptos Dance Ensemble will present MATICES 2026, a dynamic, high-energy dance concert celebrating folkloric music and dance traditions. Performances are set for May 8 and 9, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at the Edinburg Arts, Culture and Events (ACE) Center. Doors open at 6 p.m.

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The Upper Valley Art League (UVAL) is proud to present its newest exhibition, Black and White, a striking showcase that explores the timeless power of monochrome art. This upcoming exhibit invites artists and audiences alike to experience the depth, contrast, and emotional resonance that can be achieved without the use of color.

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STHS will launch their Cinco de Mammo events this May. The initiative includes discounted screenings and Mammo Mondays. Mammo Mondays will be hosted at each participating facility on designated dates throughout the month.

In the United States, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime, according to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, making it the second leading cause of cancer related death among women.

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