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Grammy-winning teacher Annie Ray on the importance of music education for all
The end of the school year often means year-end concerts for student orchestras and choirs. For high school music educator Annie Ray, it's time to look back on a busy year that included a Grammy award and look ahead at her vision of what education should be. Ali Rogin sits down with Ray for the latest installment of our "Weekend Spotlight" series.
Grupo Frontera announce upcoming tour
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Mexican Regional band Grupo Frontera has announced its new upcoming tour following its album release. The chart-topping group will kick off its U.S. tour on Aug. 2 in Las Vegas and finish off in their hometown of Edinburg. The Edinburg show will take place on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Bert […]
Local restaurant owners donate $25K to STC culinary arts students
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Local restaurant owners are providing scholarships to South Texas College Culinary Arts students. Owners of the Santa Fe Steakhouse, University Draft House and Republic of the Rio Grande donated $25,000 to STC. The donation will be able to assist students with tuition, books and other school-related expenses. “This is an exciting […]
Donna students working on state bill for animals
DONNA, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Students from Donna North High School are working on a state bill to end the roadside selling of animals. Kate Montiel, Isabella Arevalo and Karla Ramirez are students fighting against animal cruelty. The girls are working with city leaders and working on a new state bill that aims to ban the […]
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...
MCHI Mariachi band hold fundraiser for Mother’s Day
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The McAllen High School Mariachi Oro Varsity and Junior Varsity Juvenil De Oro bands are offering serenades for Mother’s Day. Proceeds from the fundraiser will go towards Senior Scholarships and a trip to New York City for the bands to perform at Carnegie Hall.
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 […]
Rhode Island to get a direct flight to San Juan
JetBlue will be offering nonstop service from T.F. Green International Airport to San Juan starting this fall on October 28th. This new service will provide passengers with a convenient and direct flight option between these two destinations. #whatsgoingoninrhodeisland #rhodeisland #warwickri #oceanstate #rhody.
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