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Your weekend starts here. See the latest issue of 956 Pulse—packed with community wins, local bites, and events worth leaving the house for.

Fiesta de Palmas, beach nights on SPI, and a border-born music star lighting up the Valley

Fall vibes and fiesta lights are here! From McAllen’s Fiesta de Palmas to SPI fireworks and Maria D’Luz’s border-born beats, this week’s 956 Pulse highlights the people, places, and flavors making the... ...more

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October 17, 20256 min read

Fiesta de Palmas, beach nights on SPI, and a border-born music star lighting up the Valley
Fiesta de Palmas, beach nights on SPI, and a border-born music star lighting up the Valley

Fiesta de Palmas, beach nights on SPI, and a border-born music star lighting up the Valley

Fall vibes and fiesta lights are here! From McAllen’s Fiesta de Palmas to SPI fireworks and Maria D’Luz’s border-born beats, this week’s 956 Pulse highlights the people, places, and flavors making the... ...more

Archive

October 17, 20256 min read

Latest Pulse Stories

Stay caught up with what’s happening across the Valley. Fresh picks from our editors every week:

Fresh Finds & Local Vibes: The Rio Grande Valley’s Top Weekend Markets

Fresh Finds & Local Vibes: The Rio Grande Valley’s Top Weekend Markets

Discover the best Rio Grande Valley farmers markets with fresh produce, local vendors, handmade goods, and weekend events across McAllen, Mission, Brownsville, Harlingen, and SPI. Perfect RGV weekend ... ...more

McAllen ,Edinburg Harlingen Brownsville SPI Local Spotlights Alamo Eats & Culture &Rancho Viejo

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Top 10 Date-Night Spots in McAllen for 2025: Where Romance Meets Great Food

Top 10 Date-Night Spots in McAllen for 2025: Where Romance Meets Great Food

Looking for romantic restaurants in McAllen, TX? Explore the top 10 date-night spots loved by locals — perfect for dinner, drinks, and a little Valley charm. ...more

McAllen ,Local Spotlights &Eats & Culture

October 24, 20254 min read

Be Still Ministry at Romero Castle Garden Sanctuary

Be Still Ministry at Romero Castle Garden Sanctuary

Explore Be Still Ministry and Romero Castle Garden Sanctuary. Discover founder Elaisa Monica Palacios's inspiring journey of faith, perseverance, and community outreach, fostering peace and hope in th... ...more

Local Spotlights ,Community & Outreach &Alamo

October 10, 20250 min read

Fresh Finds & Local Vibes: The Rio Grande Valley’s Top Weekend Markets

Fresh Finds & Local Vibes: The Rio Grande Valley’s Top Weekend Markets

Discover the best Rio Grande Valley farmers markets with fresh produce, local vendors, handmade goods, and weekend events across McAllen, Mission, Brownsville, Harlingen, and SPI. Perfect RGV weekend ... ...more

McAllen ,Edinburg Harlingen Brownsville SPI Local Spotlights Alamo Eats & Culture &Rancho Viejo

November 14, 20253 min read

Top 10 Date-Night Spots in McAllen for 2025: Where Romance Meets Great Food

Top 10 Date-Night Spots in McAllen for 2025: Where Romance Meets Great Food

Looking for romantic restaurants in McAllen, TX? Explore the top 10 date-night spots loved by locals — perfect for dinner, drinks, and a little Valley charm. ...more

McAllen ,Local Spotlights &Eats & Culture

October 24, 20254 min read

Be Still Ministry at Romero Castle Garden Sanctuary

Be Still Ministry at Romero Castle Garden Sanctuary

Explore Be Still Ministry and Romero Castle Garden Sanctuary. Discover founder Elaisa Monica Palacios's inspiring journey of faith, perseverance, and community outreach, fostering peace and hope in th... ...more

Local Spotlights ,Community & Outreach &Alamo

October 10, 20250 min read

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