City of Alamo Museum Hosts New Bilingual Exhibit

In partnership with La Union del Pueblo Entero (LUPE) and the Center for Mexican American Studies at UTRGV, the City of Alamo museum is hosting a new exhibit titled, “El Movimiento Continúa: Cultivando Nuestras Semillas”. The bilingual exhibit explores the history, culture, and present-day influence of the farm worker movement in South Texas. To learn... read more


Alamo Parks and Recreation Hosts PONY Baseball and Softball Closing Ceremonies

We want to give a big congratulations to all the athletes who competed during this season’s PONY Baseball and Softball leagues! The Alamo Parks and Recreation department held a special closing ceremony where the athletes received awards for their hard work during the season! Congratulations! . . (Español) ¡Queremos dar una gran felicitación a todos... read more


City of Alamo Offices Closed on Monday May 29 in Honor of Memorial Day

City offices will be closed on Monday May 29, 2023 in honor of Memorial Day. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday May 30, 2023. . . (Español) Las oficinas de la ciudad estarán cerradas el lunes 29 de Mayo en conmemoración del el día de los caídos. El horario comercial normal se reanudará el... read more


City of Alamo Museum Director Speaks at Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Genealogical Society

This past weekend, City of Alamo Museum Director Alejandro Oyoque gave a special presentation on “The Early History of South Texas Indigenous People - the Karankawas, the Pioneers of the City of Alamo, and its museum”! City of Alamo Museum Director Alejandro Oyoque was invited to present as part of the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic... read more


City of Alamo Museum Director to Give Presentation on “The Early History of South Texas Indigenous People – the Karankawas”

You’re invited! City of Alamo Museum Director Alexandro Oyoque will be giving a special presentation on “The Early History of South Texas Indigenous People - the Karankawas, the Pioneers of the City of Alamo, and its museum”! The City of Alamo Museum is proud to partner with the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Genealogical Society to... read more


Alamo Parks and Recreation Department Finishes High School Girls Varsity Basketball Season

That’s a wrap! Thank you to all the parents, coaches, and players that joined us for our first ever High School Girls Varsity Basketball league! The league was organized by the Alamo Parks and Recreation department and featured teams from all over the Rio Grande Valley! A big congratulations to Harvest Christian Academy for taking... read more


Alamo Police and Fire Departments Visit Marcia R. Garza Elementary for Career Day

Members of the Alamo Fire Department and Alamo Police Departments made a special visit to Marcia R. Garza Elementary for their Career Day! Students got to speak directly and ask questions about what it’s like to be a firefighter and police officer, as well as got a chance to to get an up close look... read more


PSJA ISD Opening Shelters In Anticipation of Inclement Weather

The following PSJA ISD schools will be available to any students, parents, staff and community members in need of shelter during this weekend’s inclement weather. Please see the post below for full details. Shelters will open Friday May 12, 2023 at 8:00 P.M.. Locations include Alamo Middle School (1819 US-83 Bus, Alamo,TX), Yzaguirre Middle School,... read more


City of Alamo Distributing Sandbags in Preparation of Inclement Weather

Update: The Alamo Service Center (803 S Tower Rd, Alamo, TX 78516) will be available for residents after hours for sandbag distribution from 5 PM - 7 PM. Proof of residence is still required to obtain sandbags. In preparation for inclement weather this weekend, the City of Alamo is offering sandbags to residents. Sandbags are... read more


Watermelon Festival 2023 Postponed

  POSTPONED! Due to inclement weather and in the interest of the safety of all event attendees, the decision has been made to postpone this year’s Watermelon Festival. Thunderstorms are anticipated to begin this weekend with rainfall forecasted to last throughout the week. The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for all... read more