Local Resources
The links below are packed full of helpful information about the
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| Rio Grande Valley – Look what Rio Grande Valley has to offer Harlingen, Texas– Whether you drive in or fly into Valley International Airport, Harlingen offers easy access to tropical pleasures. Harlingen is proud of its natural resources, surrounded by neighborhood parks and nature reserves. In appreciation of the many avian beauties that visit the area during their spring and fall migration, the Great Kiskadee has been adopted as its official bird. | |||
| Weslaco, Texas - Weslaco is a central business location which lends itself to commerce throughout the entire Rio Grande Valley. In the past year, Weslaco has seen several new developments including the 400,000 sq ft HEB Retail Support Center and several new shopping centers. | |||
| McAllen, Texas Working together, members of the McAllen Chamber of Commerce are making a difference. The McAllen Chamber, with more than 1750 members, is committed to powering the economy for South Texas, working to retain and attract jobs and investment to the region and helping regional business expand and grow. The Chamber represents business throughout the city of McAllen and all of South Texas. | |||
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South Padre Island - South Padre Island, a town with style - a folksy, warm, inviting style that welcomes visitors from all walks of life is located on the tropical tip of Texas just 25 miles north of the Mexican border and is the premiere resort in Texas Brownsville, Texas - |
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| Regional Academic Health Center - The Lower Rio Grande Valley Regional Academic Health Center is an outreach effort administered by the Medical School, and is under the direction of Regional Dean Leonel Vela, M.D., M.P.H. The RAHC Medical Education Division was dedicated June 28, 2002, in Harlingen. Twenty-four third- and 24 fourth-year medical students per year are completing their medical education through the RAHC at its affiliated clinics and teaching hospitals in the Valley. Eight physicians are in the internal medicine residency program based at the RAHC. | |||
| South Texas VA Health Care Center in Harlingen In addition to primary care, this center has a laboratory, mental health, nutrition, social work, and services available to eligible veterans. Located on 2106 Treasure Hills Blvd. off of 77 Sunshine Strip | |||
| Harlingen Medical Center - HMC is a general acute care hospital led by physicians specializing in cardiovascular care, orthopedics, neurology, obstetrics and gynecology. We provide high quality healthcare. Not only that, you will benefit from advanced technology, while receiving care that is focused on your individual needs. You will also notice that the facility is designed to allow staff and physicians to put patients first. | |||
| Valley Baptist Hospital - Valley Baptist Health System has earned a reputation as a health care leader with our dedicated staff, modern facilities, state-of-the-art technology, and commitment to providing for the health of our community. Today, our not-for-profit health system is one of the largest in South Texas with more than 800 beds. Valley Baptist is a community health service performing spiritually-based health, education and charitable programs in accordance with the teachings and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. | |||
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| Harlingen Texas Workforce Centers – Business & Employers – Job Seekers & Employees – Service providers – Researches & Policy Makers – Board & Network Partners… | |||
| Valley Chamber – Completed detail information of the lower Rio Grande Valley | |||
| University Texas at Brownsville - The University of Texas at Brownsville has been a member of The University of Texas System since 1991. In cooperation with Texas Southmost College, The University serves more than 12,000 students at its campus located in Brownsville, Texas. In Partnership with Texas Southmost College, The University offers a wide range of courses from Associate and Baccalaureate degrees to graduate classes and continuing education.. | |||
| Marines Military Academy - The faculty and staff provide a dynamic curriculum that prepares our Cadets for a successful college experience. They provide structured, challenging and innovative instruction that exceeds national norms. Lastly, the faculty and staff expose Cadets to leadership challenges in academic and community settings designed to evoke their full potential,. Need Home or Car Insurance? You have come to the right place.. | |||
| Rio Grande Live Stock Show - In 1939, the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show and Agricultural Exposition, the forerunner of today's show, was organized as a project of the Mercedes Chamber of Commerce. The first Show was held in 1940 on the grounds of a local livestock sales yard with makeshift pens and lean-to sheds. The show continued to be held on this same property until 1949, when it moved to its present location at 1000 North Texas in Mercedes. | |||
| Texas Veterans Programs - Texas Veterans Land Board. Land Program, Housing Assistance, Home Improvement, State Veterans Homes. These Texas veterans loan programs are not associated with the federal VA; therefore, even if you have used your VA benefits, you may still be eligible for these state loan programs. | |||
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| Fly the Valley The only way to fly from the Valley.. | |||
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| Local Information - For your convenience I have enclosed a great site that you and you family can research the local area regarding general infomation, stats, and current events in the Harlingen area | |
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| State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics.... | |
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| Harlingen Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of help to you and your family with every aspect of your move to the Rio Grande Valley | |
| USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move | |
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| Professional Lawn Service - Lawn care service on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. For best results we recommend a weekly lawn care service, however, you may choose what ever fits your needs. | |
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