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Donna
http://www.ci.donna.lib.tx.us/
Founded as a station on the St. Louis Brownsville and Mexico Railroad in 1906; named for Donna Hooks, daughter of a townsite promoter. Today a retail center for ranching and intensive agriculture of the Rio Grande Valley; hosts abundant winter visitors.
Donna is off U.S. Highway 83 and State Spur 374, fourteen miles northeast of McAllen in southeastern Hidalgo County. It is in territory that was granted to Lino Cabazos as part of the La Blanca land grant on May 19, 1834, by the Mexican state of Tamaulipas. The Cabazos family inhabited the area for at least twenty years after taking possession of the land, and their descendants continued to live in the area into the twentieth century. The first known Anglo-American settler was John F. Webber,qv who, accompanied by his wife Sylvia (Hector), a former slave, settled in the area in 1839. The Webbers moved to the area in order to escape persecution for their interracial marriage.
La Joya
La Joya is a city in western Hidalgo County, Texas, United States, along U.S. Route 83 between Mission and Rio Grande City. The population was 3,985 at the 2010 census.
La Joya is part of the McAllen–Edinburg–Mission Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Roma
Roma is a city in Starr County, Texas, United States. The population was 9,765 at the 2010 census. The city is located along the Rio Grande, across from Ciudad Miguel Alemán in Tamaulipas, Mexico.
The city is also popularly known as Roma-Los Saenz, since the incorporated city also took the area known as Los Saenz.
Roma was founded in 1765 and incorporated in 1936. It serves as a port of entry from Mexico into the U.S. via the Roma-Ciudad Miguel Alemán International Bridge. Prior to Texas's independence from Mexico in 1836, the town was listed as under the jurisdiction of the town of Mier, Mexico and served under Spanish rule.
Zapata
http://zapatachamber.com/CWT/External/WCPages/
Zapata, Texas is located at the intersection of US State Hwy 83 and State Hwy 16, along the Rio Grande River in the southern tip of Texas. The nearest Interstate Hwy (IH-35) is located 50 miles north of US Hwy 83, at the southern terminus of I-35 in Laredo. Just across the Rio Grande from Zapata is the state of Tamaulipas, Mexico.The town of Zapata has the largest population in the county and is the county seat. Zapata is nestled on the shores of Falcon Lake and abounds in exciting and romantic history. Falcon Lake is the largest fresh water lake in Texas, and is a major regional and international tourist attraction.Zapata County is also a bird paradise. Home to more than 360 feet species of birds, and 295 indigenous species, Zapata and the surrounding counties are a global destination for bird watching enthusiast.
San Benito
Warm climate, friendly culture, abundant resources and great regional cuisine combine to form a truly delightful place to grow your business or your family. Just come visit and see for yourself.
Cities of the Rio Grande Valley
Rio Grande City
In Rio Grande City, the line between past and present gently fades. Time slows and the gracious residents make guests feel like royalty. Few people visit just once - visitors are inexplicably drawn time and time again to this 18th century river community. Rio Grande City, seat of Starr County, lies along the Rio Grande River near the border of Texas and Mexico. It is part of Los Caminos del Rio or "roads of the river," a heritage corridor rich in natural and cultural legacies.
Hidalgo
http://www.hidalgotexas.com/index.html
The City of Hidalgo is the oldest city in Hidalgo County, a city with a long and rich influential history in the Rio Grande Valley. It was here that the Steam Pumps first helped spur the agricultural economy in the Rio Grande Valley which was the foundation for creating growth and jobs in the area. Hidalgo continues to be a City on the move, actively embracing the future with progressive development and an innovative attitude. With a growing community dedicated to excellence, Hidalgo has nationally recognized schools, internationally recognized festivals, a full service 6,800 seat arena and is strategically located on the US - Mexico border.
Weslaco
Come experience a unique blend of shopping, dining, nature and recreation in Weslaco! Step into something different. Something away from the ordinary.
Enjoy the fine dining experiences that Weslaco has to offer. From the traditional American cuisines to rich international dishes, Weslaco has a variety of choices to satisfy everyone's palette.
South Padre Island
http://www.sopadre.com/island/
About the Island
Located at the tropical tip of Texas, some meeting planners have called it a meeting planners dream. It's one of the fastest-growing meeting and convention destinations in the Southwest.
It's a place where warm, sparkling beaches, relaxing activities, unparalleled convention and lodging facilities, along with friendly hospitality, come together in one terrific location to ensure the highest level of attendance for your next meeting or convention.
Weather
November: Surf water ranges from the high 70's to low 70's. The average temperature is from the high 80's to the low 70's. Frequent winds make November an excellent month for windsurfers.
December: Surf water ranges from the 60's to mid-50's. The average temperature is from the 70's to 60's with an occasional couple days of cold weather.
January: Surf water ranges from the mid to low 50's. The average temperature is from the 70's to 60's.
February: Water and air temperatures begin to warm up in February, and surf water ranges from the mid-50's to near 60's. The average temperature is from the 60's to mid-70's.
March: Water and air temperatures are even warmer during March, with surf water ranging from low to high 60's. The average temperature is from the 70's to 80's.
San Juan
http://www.cityofsanjuantexas.com/
As home to the Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle National Shrine which attracts on average 25,000 visitors per week, San Juan offers an excellent tourism base that ranges from local to national and international.
Our latest addition, North San Juan Park stands as one of 2008 Texas‚ Best ‚ Backyard‚ Wildlife Habitats by The National Wildlife Federation and Texas Parks & Wildlife Department.
Alamo
The City of Alamo has no direct relation to the Alamo located in San Antonio. The land on which the city is located was once owned by the Alamo Land and Sugar Company. The City of Alamo is located in the South Texas area known as the Rio Grande Valley. The Rio Grande Valley consists of four counties: Starr, Hidalgo, Willacy and Cameron. Alamo is located almost in the center of the Rio Grande Valley, in Hidalgo County, click here to open a visitors guide of the Rio Grande Valley at the Rio Grande Valley Partnership webpage. The area, which includes Alamo, has been in a construction boom for an estimated 5 years with new subdivisions, resturants, and businesses being developed in a rapid pace. CNN pegged the McAllen, Rio Grande Valley area one of the top 10 cities to buy real estate.
Pharr
Pharr is a city in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States. As of the 2000 census, the city population was 46,660. Pharr is connected by bridge to the Mexican city of Reynosa, Tamaulipas. It is part of the McAllen‚ Edinburg‚ Mission Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Pharr is located in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas, only minutes from the Mexico border.
Over the last 10 years, Pharr has experienced strong growth and economic development. Its population has steadily increased to over 60,000 people.
Mission
More than two hundred years ago, the Spanish government began settling a vast area stretching from Panuco River in Tampico, Mexico, to the Nueces River in present-day Corpus Christi. In 1762 King Carlos III of Spain, at the suggestion of the Viceroy of Mexico, ordered a just and equal division of the territory. Spanish in order to insure that all proposed portiones (section of land) had equal access to the bank on the Rio Bravo and extending inland. The average portion was two-thirds of a mile wide on the riverbank and stretched inland for eleven to sixteen miles. This marked the beginning of the history of Rancho La Lomita, site of the La Lomita Mission, after which the city of Mission was named.
McAllen
McAllen is known as the City of Palms, but the locals refer to it as the Jewel in the Valley. The city's population doubles from October through March, when retirees known as Winter Texans flock here for the warm weather.
Harlingen
Harlingen, Texas‚ a great place in which to live, work visit and invest. Located in the center of the lush Rio Grande Valley, at the southern tip of Texas, Harlingen is where two countries and two cultures meet.
Harlingen's south Texas charm is influenced by the traditions of Mexico and because of its semi-tropical climate and a variety of leisure year round activities, Harlingen has been given the name ‚ "Tropical Playground of Texas".
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