Online, 213.8K followers and more than 3 million likes know him as Jeanlukulele. Locally, he’s just Jean-Luc; to his friends, Picard; to his students, Mr. Cañas—a teacher, theater creative, and puppet maker whose imagination brings characters to life in a way that recalls the inventiveness of Jim Henson, though entirely his own.

Husband and wife duo, Ray and Magda Peynado, play 1970s and 1990s cover music locally at places like The 83 Winery in Harlingen.

For nearly 10 years, Sarah Lee Soria's business, Me Vale Creations, has brought Mexican culture to life with her relatable and recognizable designs.

Former American Idol contestant Brody Rivers of Brody Rivers Band was recently nominated for Song of the Year for his single "Halfway to Heaven" at the Josie Awards. The Rio Hondo native insists consistency is a key to his success.

The Band'itos, a two-man band, each with decades of experience, brings cover music of popular rock songs to life around Harlingen.

Adrian Rodriguez of Serkit Studios has painted murals from South Padre Island to Mission, with his newest installation being the Harlingen vintage postcard mural.

Juan C. and the Key Limes and The Sour Cyborg Music Studio spread the spark of music to kids, families, and aspiring musicians of all ages.

AudioEscape, a cover band from Brownsville, play rock classics all over the Rio Grande Valley (RGV). They have two scheduled performances in Harlingen this August.

Twelve-year-old Mariana Donnelly of Harlingen is making a name for herself with her work in film, music videos, live performances, and dance.

Art instructor Oneida Aceves Treviño inspires her students to explore the artists within themselves.

The Furytones is a local musical group that channels the golden era of the 1950s and 1960s with their infectious energy.

Plush Panaderia, a Latina-owned business, promotes cultural pride with plush pan dulce, pillows, jewelry, and fresh baked bread.

Matt Montalvo, with his studio, Junk Room Music, offers various services for up-and-coming musicians.

Known for her colorful window painting at Chick-fil-A restaurants in the RGV, Edna Martinez takes a whimsical approach to her art.