Valley-Wide Conference for RGV physicians, nurses, healthcare workers to be held on South Padre Island
South Padre Island, Texas – More than 11 continuing medical education credits for physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers will be available during a 31st Annual Rio Grande Valley Medical Education Conference & Exposition on Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 25, 2026 at the Courtyard by Marriott, 6700 Padre Blvd. on South Padre Island. The popular conference -- a fixture in the Rio Grande Valley medical community for 31 years -- is designed for primary and specialty care physicians, nurse
Gladys Porter Zoo Unleashes Dinosaurs in New Limited-Time Exhibit
Brownsville, Texas (February 9, 2026) -- Dinosaurs are stomping back into the spotlight at Gladys Porter Zoo with the arrival of Dinos Unleashed, an exciting, limited-time exhibit opening February 13th and running through April 5th. Guests will journey through a series of prehistoric habitats, each revealing new surprises around every turn. From dense landscapes to wide-open plains filled with gentle giants, the experience builds in intensity as visitors move closer to powerful predators. Dramatic
