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Just Fresh owner emotional over Top Performer recognition
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — This week’s Food 4 Thought will have you reaching for your tissues because this restaurant is keeping it fresh and hitting you right in the feelings. We visited Just Fresh at 1501 South H St. in Harlingen which had a perfect score on its...
Richard Moore Outdoor Report: Wounded Parrot Prevails
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — On May 8 a Red-crowned parrot appeared and perched on its favorite backyard anacua tree limb. Sadly, the parrot had a blowgun dart embedded in its neck. Parrots are beloved visitors to backyard feeders throughout the Rio Grande Valley, and like many other folks, I cherish their cheerful comings and goings. […]
Summer pass allows free Gladys Porter Zoo entry for elementary students
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Students will soon be able to visit the Gladys Porter Zoo this summer at no cost. Gladys Porter Zoo is bringing back its Summer Pass Program, allowing students in pre-kindergarten through 6th grade to visit the zoo for free. Summer passes were distributed to school districts that make up Region One […]
RGV movie brings awareness to child abductions
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The movie “Find Me”, filmed entirely in the Rio Grande Valley, debuted on Amazon Prime Thursday evening. The movie stars Raylin Francois as Detective Roman Saint who investigates missing children. Making a special appearance is Weslaco native and boxing champion Brandon “Heartbreaker” Figueroa. Hugo Rodriguez, the co-director of “Find Me” says, […]
Sugarz Donuts whips up Top Performer status
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In tonight’s Food 4 Thought, If you like donuts check out these top performers. We’re adding a sprinkle to a gourmet baker’s front door and making her smile from ear to ear and we’re heading to a corner store with its share of violations but is making improvements.
MOFI Energy Bar brings hydration relief for the summer
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The MOFI Energy Bar brings us gluten-free, sugar-free, and hydration drinks. Located at 214 W. Jackson St. in downtown Harlingen, MOFI also names some of its drinks after businesses in the downtown area. In addition, MOFI offers shakes, Açaí bowls, Dragon Fruit bowls, and curbside service daily. Delivery is available as […]
Grocery store hit with 38 violations in 12 minutes
ALAMO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In this week’s Food 4 Thought a meat market had the Food Patrol out the door before we were even in it. First, a hard-working family already had a top-performing spirit even before we put the sticker on the door. We visited Just Fresh...
RGV Humane Society to host vaccine clinics
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Rio Grande Valley Humane Society hosts monthly community clinics for RGV residents. According to RGVHS, they provide discounted vaccinations and medications for both cats and dogs. Pets must be present for medications to be distributed or vaccinations administered. These clinics are pre-registration only. Registration starts at least two weeks before the event. There are two […]
Harlingen Chamber of Commerce presents annual Margarita Fest
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Harlingen Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Margarita Fest on June 22. According to the chamber, Harlingen’s finest bars and restaurants will showcase their signature margaritas in a competition for the title of Best Margarita. The winner will also receive a $1,000 check along with bragging rights. In addition […]
Rat droppings at Taqueria Food Patrol previously busted with roaches
MERCEDES, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In this week’s Food 4 Thought, the Food Patrol is exposing dirty secrets kitchens don’t want you to see. We got rats and mountains of proof they left behind. While one taqueria has some of the most egregious violations, we stopped at a...
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