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This Week’s Pulse

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

The 956 Is Booked This Weekend 👀🔥 | Jan 9–11 Events & Local Wins

Markets, live shows, candlelight vibes, and community wins — let’s get out there. ...more

Archive ,2025

January 12, 2026•6 min read

The 956 Is Booked This Weekend 👀🔥 | Jan 9–11 Events & Local Wins

Markets, live shows, candlelight vibes, and community wins — let’s get out there. ...more

Archive ,2025

January 12, 2026•6 min read

Latest Pulse Stories

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

Where to Adopt or Foster Pets in the Valley

A trusted guide to adopting or fostering pets in the Rio Grande Valley, featuring verified shelters and rescues making a lifesaving impact across South Texas. ...more

Edinburg ,Harlingen Brownsville Local Spotlights Pets &Mission

December 17, 2025•3 min read

6 Must-Visit Thrift & Resale Shops in Harlingen (and Nearby) for Budget Finds & Hidden Gems

Harlingen’s thrift scene is stacked — from ReStore finds to Texas Thrift deals and San Benito gems. Fresh décor, cheap fits, and one-of-a-kind treasures all in one RGV loop. ...more

Harlingen ,Local Spotlights &San Benito

December 03, 2025•3 min read

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, 2025•3 min read

Where to Adopt or Foster Pets in the Valley

A trusted guide to adopting or fostering pets in the Rio Grande Valley, featuring verified shelters and rescues making a lifesaving impact across South Texas. ...more

Edinburg ,Harlingen Brownsville Local Spotlights Pets &Mission

December 17, 2025•3 min read

6 Must-Visit Thrift & Resale Shops in Harlingen (and Nearby) for Budget Finds & Hidden Gems

Harlingen’s thrift scene is stacked — from ReStore finds to Texas Thrift deals and San Benito gems. Fresh décor, cheap fits, and one-of-a-kind treasures all in one RGV loop. ...more

Harlingen ,Local Spotlights &San Benito

December 03, 2025•3 min read

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, 2025•3 min read

From the Valley, For the Valley

Your neighbors’ picks. Your next obsession.

I want to tell you about a little art gallery in Mission that has beautiful exhibits free, as well as classes and a gift shop. The Upper Valley Art League. Check out their website, etc. Thanks for all you do at 956 pulse.

Kris K.

956 Pulse Reader

14-10-2025

It’s really not hidden but you can’t beat Pepe’s fajitas.

Katy B.

956 Pulse Reader

23-10-2025

We enjoyed Cordons Taste of Chicago and Wing Daddy's

Joseph D.

956 Pulse Reader

15-10-2025

Paula’s Tea House in Hidalgo by the pumphouse.