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Beach-N-Biker Fest 10th Anniversary Rally

March 4, 2013 News
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April will again bring the roar of motorcycle engines to the streets of South Padre Island! The 10th Annual Beach-N-Biker Fest will kick off Friday, April 19, 2013 and …

SeaWorld files to go public with $100M IPO

December 27, 2012 Business
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ORLANDO, Fla. (AP)

Looks like Shamu may soon be making a splash in the stock market.

SeaWorld Entertainment Inc. on Thursday filed for an initial public offering of stock that could raise …

Google to sell Motorola Mobility’s TV for $2.35 billion

December 20, 2012 Technology
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SAN FRANCISCO (AP)

Google is selling Motorola Mobility’s TV set-top business for $2.35 billion, lightening the load that the Internet search leader took on earlier this year when it completed the biggest …

New Wii U game console has integrated live TV controls

December 19, 2012 Technology
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LOS ANGELES (AP)

Nintendo is switching on a television service that transforms the tablet-like controller for its new Wii U game console into a remote that changes the channel on your TV …

Apple sells 2M iPhone 5s in China

December 17, 2012 Technology
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NEW YORK (AP)

Apple is reporting sales of more than two million iPhone 5s in China during its first three days on the market.

IPhone 5, which launched in China on Friday, …

Google Maps returns to iPhone

December 13, 2012 Technology
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SAN FRANCISCO (AP)

Google Maps have found their way back to the iPhone.

The world’s most popular online mapping system returned late Wednesday with the release of the Google Maps’ iPhone app. The …

2012′s Top Google Searches

December 12, 2012 Business
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LOS ANGELES (AP)

The world’s attention wavered between the tragic and the silly in 2012, and along the way, Web surfers searched in huge numbers to find out about a royal princess, …

Amazon to launch Kindle subscription service for kids

December 5, 2012 Technology
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NEW YORK (AP)

Amazon is launching a subscription service for children’s games, videos and books aimed at getting more kids to use its Kindle Fire tablet devices.

Amazon.com Inc. plans to announce Wednesday …

Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals recalls dozens of generic Lipitor

November 27, 2012 Health
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TRENTON, N.J. (AP)

Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals Inc. has recalled dozens of lots of its generic version of cholesterol drug Lipitor because some may contain tiny glass particles, the latest in a string of …

Nike to sell Cole Haan brand for $570M

November 16, 2012 Business
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BEAVERTON, Ore. (AP)

Nike says it’s reached a deal to sell its Cole Haan brand to private equity firm Apax Partners for $570 million.

The sneakers, clothing and sports gear maker said in …

Wal-Mart Stores launches Goodies subscription service

November 14, 2012 Business
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NEW YORK (AP)

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. on Wednesday will officially launch a mail subscription service, called Goodies, that lets shoppers discover new foods from the comfort of their homes.

For a monthly fee …

Priceline struck a deal to buy Kayak for $1.8 billion

November 9, 2012 Technology
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NORWALK, Conn. (AP)

The Priceline Negotiator lives after all. The company has struck a deal to buy Kayak Software Corp. for $1.8 billion in a move to expand its online travel business.

The …

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  • Stroke Awareness Health Fair This Saturday hearthand

    This weekend folks have the opportunity to get their heart checked out.

    Harlingen’s Valley Baptist Medical Center is holding a Stroke Awareness Health Fair this Saturday, May 25 from 6:30 until …

  • Health Matters: Walking For Asthma Awareness Health Matters: Walking For Asthma Awareness

    Well we have finished yet another monthly health walk at Fireman’s Park in McAllen and this month we are walking for asthma awareness. Asthma and allergy specialist Dr. Maria Elena …

  • FOX2 Join the Challenge Health Walk Photo taken by Promotions Department from previous health walk.

    The FOX2 Join the Challenge Health Walk is tonight.

    Come walk with members of the FOX2 newscast tonight at 6:30 p.m. at Fireman’s Park in McAllen.

    This month we are walking in …

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Category: GeneralMarcha y Feria de Salud

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May 1, 2013 1:16 pm

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Category: ArtJunior Ranger Day

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May 4, 2013 3:00 pm

Join the park and community partners as we celebrate the National Park Service and its mission. Visit National Parks around the nation via live video programs, participate in activities and games about healthy living, and enjoy living history programs. Kids are invited to earn badges and prizes.
Time: 10 am. to 3 p.m.
Admission: Free of charge and open to the public
For more information: Call (956) 541-2785

Event Location: Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park, 7200 Paredes Line Rd.

Junior Ranger Day

Category: GeneralFiesta Cinco de Mayo

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May 4, 2013 8:00 pm

The City of Harlingen and the Office of the Mexican Consulate invite you to enjoy performances by Las Margaritas, Mariachi Imperial, Frutty Villarreal & Fit4Life Folklorico Dance, and Grupo Norteño Los Federales! Saturday, May 4th from 3 PM - 8 PM .Admission is FREE!

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Category: GeneralSouth Texas Hurricane Conference 2013

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May 8, 2013 5:00 pm

In 2013 South Texas Hurricane Conference provides a forum for current trends and topics, information about the latest tools and technology in emergency preparedness management and homeland security, and preparedness function for the region.

The large exhibit hall will be open to the public on both days of the conference. We will have vendors available to provide critical preparedness information and resources to help empower residents with the necessary tools to prepare for a hurricane or tropical storm. We will also have emergency vehicle demonstrations for the following departments.

City of Weslaco Rio Grande Emergency Medical Regional Response Team (Mobile Command Trailer)
Texas Department of Public Safety (Response Boat)
San Juan PD Task Force (Swat Vehicle Truck)

As well as a wide variety of other emergency response vehicles.

This event is completely free to the public.

South Texas Hurricane Conference 2013

Category: ConcertDISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY

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May 8, 2013

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of you favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lighting McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

Children ages 2+ require ticket

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Category: GeneralSouth Texas Hurricane Conference 2013

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May 9, 2013 5:00 pm

In 2013 South Texas Hurricane Conference provides a forum for current trends and topics, information about the latest tools and technology in emergency preparedness management and homeland security, and preparedness function for the region.

The large exhibit hall will be open to the public on both days of the conference. We will have vendors available to provide critical preparedness information and resources to help empower residents with the necessary tools to prepare for a hurricane or tropical storm. We will also have emergency vehicle demonstrations for the following departments.

City of Weslaco Rio Grande Emergency Medical Regional Response Team (Mobile Command Trailer)
Texas Department of Public Safety (Response Boat)
San Juan PD Task Force (Swat Vehicle Truck)

As well as a wide variety of other emergency response vehicles.

This event is completely free to the public.

South Texas Hurricane Conference 2013

Category: ConcertDISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY

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May 9, 2013

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of you favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lighting McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

Children ages 2+ require ticket

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Category: ConcertDISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY

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May 10, 2013

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of you favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lighting McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

Children ages 2+ require ticket

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Category: ConcertDISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY

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May 11, 2013

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of you favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lighting McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

Children ages 2+ require ticket

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May 11, 2013 12:08 pm

The Mission Historical Museum will exclusively be treating our members to a memorable Mother’s Day Appreciation Breakfast. Come and enjoy a delicious breakfast and be serenaded with Trio music by Los Padrinos. Trio is a method of instrumentation or vocalization by three different sounds or voices to make a melodious music or song.This talented group were born and raised in rural South Texas. Juan Porras, Jose Carrio, and Miguel Angel Juarez are self- taught musicians whose interpretations of “Trio” music are harmoniously sung along with the sounds of a Spanish guitar. Los Padrinos will perform the traditional serenade “Las Mananitas” which is most appropriate for Mother’s Day. This special event will be held on May 11, 2013 at 10 am in the Annex Building at 200 E. Tom Landry. Please RSVP by calling (956) 580-8646

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Category: ConcertDISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY

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May 12, 2013

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of you favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lighting McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

Children ages 2+ require ticket

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Category: GeneralSolara Hospital First Annual Health Fair

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May 15, 2013 1:01 pm

Join us for our First Annual Health Fair at Solara Hospital! Visit with companies, speak with a dietitian about your diet, talk to a pharmacist about your medications, get your blood sugar and blood pressure checked and much more! Join us for refreshments, giveaways, and valuable information about your health! See you there!

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Category: GeneralHarmony Science Academy 1mile Fun Run and Health Fair

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May 18, 2013 10:15 am

This Saturday May 18th HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY will be having a marathon event. Our goal is to get our children and community active and learn more about healthy lifestyles. This event will be held at the BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK. EVENT STARTS AT 8:00 a.m PUBLIC US INVITED TO JOIN US.

Harmony Science Academy 1mile Fun Run and Health Fair

Category: General1 Mile Tiger Run

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May 18, 2013 3:17 pm

1 mile running event is going be held at the Brownsville sports park on May 18 2013 at 8am. The race will be 10.00 per person. A t-shirt will be provided for the first 100 participants. All proceeds will go towards Harmony Science Academy Athletics program for all of our students k-12 grade level.

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Category: GeneralFun Health Walk with FOX 2 & Univision 48

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May 23, 2013 8:00 pm

Join us for our monthly “Fun Health Walk” Wednesday, May 23rd at 6:00 pm at the Townlake at Fireman’s Park. Please wear a grey shirt. This month we are supporting Asthma Awareness.

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Category: GeneralBud Light River City Rockfest

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May 26, 2013 12:48 pm

Guns N’ Roses, Alice in Chains, Bullet for my Valentine, Skillet, Halestorm, Asking Alexandria, All That Remains, Clutch, The Sword, and more. For additional updates to the Bud Light River City Rockfest, visit RiverCityRockfest.com.

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Category: General3rd Annual Summer Knights Fishing Tournament

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May 31, 2013N/A

The Knights of Columbus Council 2698 from Mission are happy to announce the 3nd Annual “Summer Knights” Fishing Tournament on South Padre Island, Texas. The tournament will take place May 31st & June 1st, 2013 at Louie’s Backyard on the Island. Friday’s festivities begin at 4:00 pm with registration, music and fun. Fishing begins on Saturday at 6:00 am with weigh in from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm that day followed by prizes, dinner then music by Roy Solis. Proceeds are to benefit the Columbian Squires Circle 1492 from St. Paul’s Catholic Church Mission, Texas.

3rd Annual Summer Knights Fishing Tournament

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Category: General3rd Annual Summer Knights Fishing Tournament

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June 1, 2013N/A

The Knights of Columbus Council 2698 from Mission are happy to announce the 3nd Annual “Summer Knights” Fishing Tournament on South Padre Island, Texas. The tournament will take place May 31st & June 1st, 2013 at Louie’s Backyard on the Island. Friday’s festivities begin at 4:00 pm with registration, music and fun. Fishing begins on Saturday at 6:00 am with weigh in from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm that day followed by prizes, dinner then music by Roy Solis. Proceeds are to benefit the Columbian Squires Circle 1492 from St. Paul’s Catholic Church Mission, Texas.

3rd Annual Summer Knights Fishing Tournament

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