🌱 See how Donna High turns pep rallies into full-blown cultural fiestas

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In today's newsletter:

• See how Donna High turns pep rallies into full-blown cultural fiestas
• Why South Texas Latino voters around Donna may be rethinking Trump

Also on today's calendar: Dance w/Double Shot and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: Do you know what the two sides of a circle are? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Humid with a stray t-storm, with a high of 94 and low of 77 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Friday: A couple of afternoon showers, temps: high: 95, low: 75.
• Saturday: Some sun with a stray t-storm, with a high of 94 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Donna High Pep Rallies: Keeping Music Traditions Alive (kisselpaso.com) — Donna High School's pep rallies are turning into full-on fiestas, with students, staff, and even parents dancing to live Conjunto music that celebrates local Tejano culture. A dedicated musical director and strong school board support are helping expand these Conjunto programs from middle school through high school, keeping a uniquely Donna tradition thriving for the next generation.
   

• Texas Republicans' Redistricting Gamble May Be Backfiring With Latino Voters (tvdelmarva.com) — Reporting from Donna highlights how some Latino voters in South Texas who backed Donald Trump in 2024 are now questioning their support amid high costs and immigration crackdowns. As discontent grows, analysts say Texas Republicans' redistricting strategy could be at risk, with several heavily Latino districts—including those near Donna—looking more competitive for Democrats in 2026.
   

📸 Around Donna

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Donna

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★ Featured events ★

Tuesday October 6
• Happy Hour w/Denim & Lace →
  Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home, 1051 US-83 BUS, Donna
  3:00 pm

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Other local events

Saturday September 26
• Hustle for Hope 5K Run →
  Donna TX
Tuesday September 29
• Happy Hour w/Steven May →
  Bit-O-Heaven RV and MH Resort, 1051 W. Business Hwy. 83, Donna
  3:00 pm
Friday October 2
• Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Memorial at Donna North →
  Donna North, 732 W Minnesota Road, Donna
  7:30 pm
Tuesday October 6
• Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Memorial at Donna →
  Donna TX
  7:00 pm
Thursday October 8
• Dance w/Double Shot →
  Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home, 1051 US-83 BUS, Donna
  6:00 pm
Thursday October 15
• Dance w/Vinyl Spin →
  Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home, 1051 US-83 BUS, Donna
  6:00 pm
Tuesday October 20
• Happy Hour w/Curt James →
  Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home, 1051 US-83 BUS, Donna
  3:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday September 24
• Electric Tram Tour
  EsteroLlanoGrandeStatePark Map&Directions
  2:00 pm
Friday September 25
• Night of Comedy and Music with Comedian Shama Mrema feat. Mathew Maciel →
  New Life Baptist Church, 205 West 6th Street, Weslaco
• Alamo Youth Center - Fitness Fridays →
  Parks and Recreation Dept and Youth Center, 501 N 13th St, Alamo
  11:30 am
• Steven May Solo Happy Hour →
  Ranchero Village Senior Resort Park, 1900 S. Bridge Avenue, Weslaco
  3:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• September is National Preparedness Month.
  Prepare and build a kit with the essential items your family and pets might need in case of an emergency. Visit texasready.gov/build-a-kit/ for… (Nextdoor )

• Donna Independent School District posted a job opening for Cafeteria - Assistant Manager (INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY) in Donna. Apply here.
• Brinker International posted a job opening for Line Cook - Weslaco Chili's in Weslaco. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Donna here.

🗞 Nearby News

Weslaco

• Regional collaboration fuels launch of STC's new Avionics Technician program in Weslaco (riograndeguardian.com)
• Watch Brownsville Rivera vs. Weslaco East, McAllen High vs. Nikki Rowe on ValleyCentral+ (valleycentral.com)
• Peña-Valdés: RGV Must Build Upward, Starting with Vertical Growth in Weslaco (riograndeguardian.com)

Alamo

• Alamo Museum Brings Karankawa History to Life for Students (texasborderbusiness.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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