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Big Pharma cashes in on HGH abuse

December 21, 2012 Health

An Associated Press investigation shows that a federal crackdown on illicit foreign supplies of human growth hormone has failed to stop rampant misuse, and instead has driven record sales of …

More Americans believe temperatures are on the rise

December 17, 2012 Science

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WASHINGTON (AP)

A new Associated Press-GfK poll finds that about 4 out of 5 Americans now think temperatures are rising and that global warming will be a serious problem for the United …

Charlie Strong turns down offer from Tennessee

December 6, 2012 Sports

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP)

Charlie Strong is staying at Louisville.

The football coach said he turned down an offer from Tennessee and will stay with the Cardinals.

“It became clear to me that it was …

Ramon Ayala Moves Annual Christmas Posada to Pharr

December 4, 2012 News

What has been considered a Christmas staple in the Rio Grande Valley will be changing turf. We are referring to the annual Ramon Ayala toy giveaway and concert series. Officials …

Massive Computer outage has United Airlines passengers stranded

November 15, 2012 Business

NEW YORK (AP)

Passengers in several cities say a massive computer outage has stranded United Airlines passengers at airports across the country.

This is at least the third major computer outage for …

Early Voting Ends in Record Numbers

November 2, 2012 News

The last day of early voting just wrapped up a couple of hours ago. And election officials say people came out in record numbers.

In Hidalgo County there was a 25% …

More Investigation into U.S. Embassy Attack

October 4, 2012 News

An August attack on U.S. Embassy officials in Mexico that wounded two CIA officers.

It happened August 24th in the state of Morelos. The Mexican Attorney General extended the provisional arrest …

Mexico: U.S. Embassy Officials Attack Linked to Cartels

October 2, 2012 News

U.S. Officials are saying that the august attack on U.S. Embassy Officials in Mexico may have ties to organized crime.

According to the Associated Press, a Mexican official confirmed that they …

‘Twilight’s’ Kristen Stewart out in public

September 7, 2012 Entertainment

TORONTO (AP)

“Twilight’s” newest vampire re-emerged in public Thursday night at the Toronto Film Festival.

Kristen Stewart made her first public appearance in nearly two months. The 22-year star went into lockdown mode …

Frias Family Refuses to Stop Searching for Body in Canal

August 9, 2012 News

The family of a man that’s believed to have drowned in a McAllen canal, are speaking out. This, after authorities called off search and rescue efforts on Tuesday. FOX Reporter …

Bieber paparazzo faces criminal charges

July 26, 2012 Entertainment

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Authorities are using a new California law to charge a paparazzo photographer in connection with a high-speed chase of Justin Bieber earlier this month.

The Los Angeles City …

IOC questions possible Athens doping positives

July 16, 2012 Sports

LONDON (AP)

The IOC is investigating suspected positive cases uncovered in retesting of doping samples from the 2004 Athens Olympics.

IOC medical commission chairman Arne Ljungqvist tells The Associated Press that up to …

Entertainment News

Amanda Bynes Arrested After Throwing Bong Out 36th Floor Window

NEW YORK (AP) — Police say actress Amanda Bynes has been arrested in midtown Manhattan after she heaved a marijuana bong out of a window.

It happened at an apartment building on …

Paolo Sorrentino serves up a cinema banquet at Cannes

Anna Della Rosa, Paolo Sorrentino, Toni Servillo, Sabrina Ferilli

CANNES, France (AP) — Paolo Sorrentino has a thing about food — appropriately enough, for the director of a sumptuous feast of a film, “The Great Beauty.”

The Italian auteur’s Cannes Film …

Seen and heard at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival

CANNES, France (AP) — Associated Press journalists open their notebooks at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival.

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DAMIAN LEWIS: FROM HOMELAND TO SCOTLAND

“Homeland” without Sgt. Nicholas Brody? Damian Lewis says it’s possible.

The British …

Health Headlines

Health Matters: Stroke Prevention with Dr. Ameer Hassan

Health Matters: New Findings Show Stroke Is The Leading Cause of Disability In The U.S.

Stroke is the leading cause of disability in the U.S. and with us tonight we have neurologist Dr. Ameer Hassan to talk about prevention tips and stroke symptoms.

Harlingen’s Valley Baptist …

Stroke Awareness Health Fair This Saturday

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

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 …

Events Calendar

May 2013
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		1 Marcha y Feria de Salud May 1, 2013 8:30 am – 1:16 pm	2	3	4 Junior Ranger Day May 4, 2013 10:00 am – 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 Fiesta Cinco de Mayo May 4, 2013 3:00 pm – 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!	5
6	7	8 South Texas Hurricane Conference 2013 May 8, 2013 8:00 am – 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 DISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY May 8, 2013 7:00 pm 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	9 South Texas Hurricane Conference 2013 May 9, 2013 8:00 am – 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 DISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY May 9, 2013 7:00 pm 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	10 DISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY May 10, 2013 7:00 pm 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	11 DISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY May 11, 2013 7:00 pm 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 Mother's Day Breakfast May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 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	12 DISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY May 12, 2013 7:00 pm 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
13	14	15 Solara Hospital First Annual Health Fair May 15, 2013 8:00 am – 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!	16	17	18 Harmony Science Academy 1mile Fun Run and Health Fair May 18, 2013 8:00 am – 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 1 Mile Tiger Run May 18, 2013 8:00 am – 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. 1 Mile Tiger Run	19
20	21	22	23 Fun Health Walk with FOX 2 & Univision 48 May 23, 2013 6:00 pm – 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.	24	25	26 Bud Light River City Rockfest May 26, 2013 12:00 pm – 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.
27	28	29	30	31 3rd Annual Summer Knights Fishing Tournament 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