On the morning of December 3rd, the City of Alamo welcomed a brand new business. Goodwill Industries of South Texas, Inc. joined the list of booming businesses in the growing metropolis. The company celebrated the grand opening of its seventh Goodwill store and donation station in the Rio Grande Valley. The Alamo Economic Development Corporation... read more
The City of Alamo is a growing metropolis and centrally located in one of the best places to live in Texas. A study was conducted by NerdWallet, a website specializing in information, insight and consumer-driven advice about finance, and the site has been featured in The New York Times, ABC News, Forbes, The Washington Post... read more
Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1943 for the protection of migratory birds. The refuge is right in the middle of this biological diversity, which is what makes this 2,088-acre parcel the ‘jewel of the National Wildlife Refuge System.’ Though small, Santa Ana offers visitors an opportunity to see birds, butterflies and many... read more
Prior to the turn of the 20th century, people engaged in a holiday tradition known as the Christmas “Side Hunt.” An appalling and bloody custom, those involved would choose sides and go afield with their guns; whoever brought in the biggest pile of feathered and furred game won. Conservation was in its infancy at that... read more
The 6th Annual Lighted Christmas Parade Shouts and cries of glee will be heard all over the City of Alamo on Saturday, December 12th. Alamo invites its citizens and residents of the Rio Grande Valley out to its 6th Annual Lighted Christmas Parade and Lighting of the Downtown Tree. The holiday celebration will begin with... read more
A beautiful and endangered wild cat known as the ocelot once roamed the Unites States from South Texas up into Arkansas and Louisiana. This unique species suffered from habitat loss due to agriculture, hunting for their fur and pet trading. As a result, the only place you can spot these talented creatures today is deep... read more
The City of Alamo embarked on a landmark endeavor last week. For quite possibly the first time, the city’s presence was known at a statewide event held by the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). The ICSC holds an annual conference in Texas every year known as the Texas Conference and Deal Making. Deal making... read more
A waning moon in a dark sky is your only light; glees of delight mixed with screams of terror greet your ear. A ghastly laugh is heard in the distance and the aroma of devilish sweets makes its way to your eager senses. This is what’s to be expected at the City of Alamo’s Annual... read more
Fall is here, which means it’s time to bundle up and spend hours outside! Birdwatching does not rest simply because it’s a little chillier; the birds certainly don’t! At our very own Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of that rare bird that prefers to smile for... read more
October has been declared Manufacturing Month by Hidalgo County, and the City of Alamo has made its mark as one of the more business-friendly cities in the Rio Grande Valley. In a town known for its businesses, we’ve made a concentrated effort to cater to commerce in the community. This declaration is part of an... read more
