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Explore Harlingen Magazine - March 2026 Issue Pickup Locations
Where you can pick up the March 2026 issue of Explore Harlingen Magazine locally.
Lisa Campos
Feb 233 min read


Celebrating Three Local Women on International Women’s Day
For 115 years, International Women's Day has highlighted gender equality with the focus on women’s advancement. The three following local women (Christy Mendez, Laisa Macias, and Imelda Trevino) exemplify strong ambitions, opening doors not only for themselves, but for future generations of powerful women.
Abigail Muniz-Garcia
Feb 238 min read


MOFI on the Move
Kaci Spikes' motto has always been Make Others Feel Important (M.O.F.I.). It’s a reminder when you’re struggling, that when you are doing something for someone else, you are not only helping them, but you are also helping yourself. And so, MOFI Energy Bar officially became her mission.
Laisa Chavez Macias
Feb 234 min read


Los Cuatro Amigos: Building Toward a Brighter Future
Los Cuatro Amigos (LCA) is a scholarship-focused nonprofit supporting graduating seniors from HCISD who plan to pursue careers through Career and Technical Education (CTE). The organization is composed of President Eddie Rodriguez, Vice President Belinda C. Zapata, Secretary Dr. Christian Corrales, and Treasurer Roel Rodriguez.
Beth Marie Cantu Ensign
Feb 234 min read


Master of Puppets: Staying Creative with Jean-Luc Cañas
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.
Beth Marie Cantu Ensign
Feb 234 min read


A Ride for Everyone: Jalapeño 100 Returns for a Weekend of Community and Cycling
The 35th Annual Henry Roberts Memorial Jalapeño 100 Bike Ride, named to honor Henry P. Roberts who first opened Bicycle World RGV with his wife Kelly over 48 years ago, is set for Saturday, March 7, 2026.
Abigail Muniz-Garcia
Feb 233 min read


Harlingen Black Widows
The Harlingen Black Widows, a women’s full-contact football team, will debut this month as one of the newest members competing in a league managed by So-Tex Women’s Athletics.
Roel Rodriguez
Feb 235 min read


Mighty Lady Cardinal Soccer
Do you know which team holds the number one ranking for Class 6A Girls soccer in Texas? The Big Red Machine Lady Cardinals soccer team holds Texas’ top rank with a perfect 12-0 record per Texas Girls Coaches Association Soccer Poll.
Roel Rodriguez
Feb 232 min read


Explore Harlingen Magazine - February 2026 Issue Pickup Locations
Where you can pick up the February 2026 issue of Explore Harlingen Magazine locally.
Lisa Campos
Jan 272 min read


Market Days Turns 25
Harlingen's well-known monthly event, Market Days, is celebrating 25 years of a shopping event where commerce meets community.
Abigail Muniz-Garcia
Dec 27, 20253 min read


Follow Me to the Other Room
Gil Lucio, owner of newly opened wine bar, The Other Room, has brought an intimate and sophisticated experience to downtown Harlingen.
Laisa Chavez Macias
Dec 27, 20254 min read


Start the Year Strong with Rise Up & Fuel: 3K Wellness & Health Fair
Carolina Garces, owner of Limitless Studio by CBoss Beauty, is holding her first free community fair: Rise Up & Fuel: 3K Wellness & Health Fair on January 10, 2026.
Abigail Muniz-Garcia
Dec 27, 20252 min read


Second Chance Thrift Store: Serving the Community, One Sale at a Time
Second Chance Thrift Store, a ministry project of First Methodist Church, offers heavily discounted clothes and accessories, household appliances and decorations, estate sale items, and much more.
Beth Marie Cantu Ensign
Dec 27, 20252 min read


MMA Fighting Leathernecks: The Champs
The Marine Military Academy (MMA) Fighting Leathernecks football team won the 2025 Texas Christian Athletic League's (TCAL's) state football championship.
Roel Rodriguez
Dec 27, 20256 min read


Explore Harlingen Magazine - December 2025 Issue Pickup Locations
Where you can pick up the December 2025 issue of Explore Harlingen Magazine locally.
Lisa Campos
Nov 29, 20253 min read


Cards, Comics, Kicks and Community: Harlingen to Host First Collector’s Collision Convention
The first Collector’s Collision Convention will be held on November 29 and 30 at the Harlingen Convention Center.
Abigail Muniz-Garcia
Oct 23, 20253 min read


A Harlingen Tradition
For 31 years, Pepe's Mexican Restaurant has stood the test of time by consistently providing their delicious, tried-and-true menu. Even the servers have stayed loyal to the restaurant, with some working there for 20+ years.
Laisa Chavez Macias
Oct 23, 20253 min read


Mighty Hawk Band Boosters Tee Off for a Cause
The first ever Mighty Hawks Band Boosters Fundraiser Golf Tournament will be held on November 22 at the Tony Butler Golf Course in Harlingen. Registration begins at 7 am with tee-off at 8 am.
Beth Marie Cantu Ensign
Oct 23, 20254 min read


Hawk Tennis Soars Again
The Harlingen High School South Hawks Tennis program has been crowned Team Tennis District Champions 29 times in the school's 32-year history.
Roel Rodriguez
Oct 23, 20256 min read


Explore Harlingen Magazine - November 2025 Issue Pickup Locations
Where you can pick up the November 2025 issue of Explore Harlingen Magazine locally.
Lisa Campos
Oct 22, 20252 min read
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