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News Under the Dome   Issue 19 December 2009   Welcome back to another issue of Under the Dome! As 2009 comes to a close we would like to give you a recap of some important news and events from this past year in South Texas. In This Issue Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Rio Grande Valley Medical School and Veterans Issues Highlight Successful Session Millions in Funding Secured for Infrastucture Improvements New Distict Office to Serve Delta Community 2010 Census and Redrawing Lines for Stronger South Texas Rep. Pena Files for Re-Election Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year     During the holiday season as we gather with family and friends please remembe...

  Dear Friends,   As another year comes to an end, it is time to reflect on the past 12 months and look forward to what 2010 has in store for us. 2009 was a busy year and I am proud of what we experienced and accomplished together. Here are a few photos to commemorate this year. I wish all of you a safe and happy New Year's celebration and a prosperous and blessed 2010.   Sincerely, Veronica Gonzales State Representative, District 41   Rep. Gonzales visiting with the La Joya Federation of Teachers at the State Capitol   South Texas College Students meet with Rep. Gonzales at the State Capitol   Rep. Gonzales touring the Rio Grande Valley with Speaker Joe Straus   Rep. Gonzales receiving the Texas Association of Community Health Centers' Legislative Champion Award   Rep. Gonzales chairing the House Committee on Border & Intergovernmental Affairs   Rep. Gonzales addresses the Texas Border Infrastructure Coalition   Dentist Day at the Capitol ...

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PRESS RELEASE  Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce Contact: Alicia Aguilar/Martha Noell Address:   301 W. Railroad.                                                    Phone: 956-968-2102        Weslaco, TX 78596                                               Fax:     956-968-6451                        Website: www.weslaco.com December 30, 2009                                                     FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   Plans Set for Texas Onion Fest WESLACO, TX – The 2010 planning committee for the Texas Onion Fest is working full speed ahead on the event scheduled for March 27th.  The Texas Onion Fest celebrates the development of the world famous Texas 1015 Onion which was developed in Weslaco, Texas, by Dr. Leonard Pike at the Texas A&M University Extension Service. The name of the 1015 onion came from the suggested planting date, October 15.   The festival brings the community together for a fun filled day of onion eating contests, cooking demonstrations, recipe contes...

Happy New Years 2010 Upcoming Events Winter Texan Appreciation Expo   Save 50% Pharr Winter Texan Appreciation Expo , this year expo  will be held on Thrusday, January 14, 2010 at the Pharr International Convention Cente. If your business would like to participate now is the chance to do so, please print this coupon and come  by our office for a 50% off on your booth which will be a 10 x 10 for only $ 100.00. Hurry!! thier is only 15 booths left... FREE ADMISSION Offer Expires: Wednesday, January 6, 2010 Pharr Chamber of Commerce | 308 W. Park St. | Pharr | TX | 78577

PRESS RELEASE Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce Contact: Alicia Aguilar/Martha Noell Address:  301 W. Railroad.                                      Phone: 956-968-2102      Weslaco, TX 78596                         Fax:     956-968-6451                                                  Website: www.weslaco.com December 29, 2009                                       FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Select a slogan for the Weslaco Census efforts! WESLACO, TX - The Weslaco Complete Count Committee, a local group of citizens assisting with the 2010 U.S. Census, is looking for a slogan for the Weslaco Census count. The Census, which is conducted every 10 years, will be conducted this spring. It is very important that every resident of Weslaco be counted! An accurate census count of Weslaco will help the community in many ways, some of those include: -       Allows Weslaco to participate in the $300+ billion in federal funds to assist our area in many ways. State funds are also distribut...

The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce Press Release For Immediate Release Free H1N1 Clinic for City of Mission Residents   City of Mission in conjunction with the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department   To benefit the Residents of the City of Mission, with emphasis on the following at risk population: ·       Children and young adults 6 months through 24 years of age ·       Pregnant women ·       People who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age ·       Healthcare and emergency medical services personnel, and ·       People 25 through 64 years of age who are at higher risk for complications of 2009 H1N1                                                 infections because of certain health conditions   Note: Children 6 months - 9 years old will need a seco...

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The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce Events for January 2010 Hello Chamber Member, Here are some of our Mission Chamber of Commerce upcoming events for January 2010.   Sincerely, Crystal Santos, Executive Assistant   15th Annual Mission Community Health Fair   Proudly sponsored by  Mission Regional Medical Center .     Sunday, January 10, 2010 8:00AM-12:00PM Sharyland High School Gym (corner of Bus 83 & Shary Rd) 1106 North Shary Road Mission, TX 78572-4652   FREE health screenings!   For booth information please contact us at (956) 585-2727.   Buenas Tardes Luncheon   Wednesday, January 13, 2010 12:00PM The Club at Cimarron 1200 South Shary Road Mission, Texas 78572   This event serves as a marketing opportunity for the Mission Chamber members and friends to network and share their business with othe...

Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce E-News   Greetings!        You still have plenty of time to shop our local retailers!  Downtown has great unique holiday gift items like home accessories, fine jewelry, western wear, fashion accessories & clothing,  children's books & gifts and so much more!  Most stores downtown are open 9a to 6pm.  On the expressway, choices abound - electronics, tools, home fashion, name it, they have what you need for your last minute shopping needs.  Stores open late!  So, get out there and...   SHOP WESLACO!                             Info On-the-Web   Chamber Page Down...

Season's Greetings Wishing you...   every happiness this Holiday Season has to offer and prosperity in the New Year. Thank you for being our member and friend. We look forward to continuing our relationship in the coming year.  In Observance of the Holiday, our office will be closed December 24 & 25 (Thursday and Friday).  We will reopen on Monday, December 28, 2009 for normal business hours . All the best to you and your family The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce