History Bites: The Vermillion Restaurant and Watering Hole celebrating 88 years
by Gretchen Losi It was 1934, John Dillinger was public enemy number one, Donald Duck was introduced to the world, and the Great Depression was…
Nothing beats a South Texas sunset
Spotted in the RGV | South Padre Island, TX | Exclusive to Welcome Home RGV Photo and blurb by Eryn Reddell Wingert Nothing beats a…
Off the Beaten Path: Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle
by Gretchen Losi You don’t have to look hard to find history in the Rio Grande Valley. A simple walk in most directions and you’ll…
Greetings from McAllen!
Photos and blurb by Eryn Reddell Wingert The McAllen Heritage Center in downtown McAllen boasts a new, vibrant, postcard-worthy mural. Located on the south wall…
Plan a Fall Getaway to South Padre Island
Courtesy of South Padre Island CVB Summer isn’t the only season to enjoy a tropical getaway. South Padre Island is a first-class destination that can…
Hummingbirds cause quite a stir
Spotted in the RGV | McAllen, TX Photo and blurb by Eryn Reddell Wingert There’s excitement in the air as hummingbirds cause quite a stir…
Summer Supper Club
We’re on a roll! (pun intended!) Join us for the Summer Supper Club! We get together once a week to share a meal, dutch treat.…
Ben the Bear Makes Himself at Home at Gladys Porter Zoo
Brownsville, Texas (June 13, 2023) – A well-known bear is now on exhibit at the Gladys Porter Zoo. The 4-year-old spectacled bear, named Ben, traveled…
