MEDIA ADVISORY
Media Contact: Yuri Gonzalez
Phone: (956) 310-2139
Email: [email protected]
Celebrate 50 Years of CDBG Week in Pharr with Free Resources and Family Fun
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 2024
Pharr, Texas –The City of Pharr’s Grants Management & Community Development Department is thrilled to invite the community to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of CDBG Week.
This FREE event will take place on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at Downtown Park located next to City Hall at 200 S Cage Blvd, Pharr, TX 78577 from 5 pm to 7 pm.
Join us as we unite with multiple agencies such as Food Bank RGV, Amigos del Valle, Affordable Homes of South Texas, Pharr Police Department, Pharr Fire Department and more to provide information about our services and how residents can benefit from them.
CDBG Week also offers family fun with different activities, food, music, and moon jumps for the kids to enjoy!
The public and media are invited to attend.
DETAILS:
WHAT: 50th Anniversary of CDBG Week
WHEN: Thursday, April 4, 2024, 5 PM to 7PM
WHERE: Downtown Park (200 S Cage Blvd, Pharr, TX 78577)
MEDIA ADVISORY
Media Contact: Yuri Gonzalez
Phone: (956) 310-2139
Email: [email protected]
Learn About the New City of Pharr I ❤️ My Pet Emergency Rescue Sticker Campaign
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 2024
Pharr, Texas – The City of Pharr Public Health Department cordially invites members of the community to attend an informational event introducing the new “I ❤️ My Pet Emergency Rescue Sticker” campaign. This initiative aims to enhance pet safety and welfare during emergencies and disasters.
The event will take place on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, beginning at 10:00 AM at Pharr ONE (1121 E Nolana Loop, Pharr, TX 78577) and is FREE to the public.
During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the importance of the I ❤️ My Pet Emergency Rescue Stickers, which will serve as vital communication tools for emergency responders in situations where pets may be involved. These stickers can help ensure that pets are swiftly identified and rescued during emergencies.
Refreshments, snacks, and a generous supply of the new I ❤️ My Pet Emergency Rescue Stickers will be provided to all attendees.
We encourage members of the media to join us for this event and help spread awareness about this crucial initiative.
The public and media are invited to attend.
DETAILS:
WHAT: I My Pet Emergency Rescue Sticker Campaign
WHERE: Pharr ONE (1121 E Nolana Loop, Pharr, TX 78577)
WHEN: Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 10 AM
Pharr’s Annual Holi Festival Returns, Celebrate Community, Culture, and the Arrival of Spring, SAT 4/6 @ 11 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 2024
Pharr, Texas – The City of Pharr is thrilled to announce the return of the much-anticipated Holi Festival of Colors, marking the joyful arrival of spring.
This vibrant celebration will take place on Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Allen & William Arnold City/School Park located at 615 W El Dora Rd, Pharr, Texas 78577. Admission and parking are FREE!
“Everyone is invited to join us as we celebrate spring’s arrival in the City of Pharr with the mesmerizing and colorful Holi Festival,” said Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez, M.D. “This event is always packed with excitement, lots of fun, live music, and energetic enthusiasm. You do not want to miss out on this once-a-year vibrant event,” Mayor Hernandez added. “I’ll see you there!”
The Holi Festival of Colors is a cherished tradition that brings together our diverse community in a spirit of unity and joy. Attendees can look forward to a day filled with cultural festivities, delicious food, lively music, and the hallmark color powder that makes this event truly unforgettable.
Join us in welcoming the spring season with friends and family!
The public and media are invited to attend.
DETAILS:
WHAT: Holi Festival of Colors
WHERE: Allen & William Arnold City/School Park (615 W El Dora Rd, Pharr, Texas 78577)
WHEN: Saturday, April 6, 2024
TIME: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
MEDIA ADVISORY
Media Contact: Yuri Gonzalez
Phone: (956) 310-2139
Email: [email protected]
Pharr EDC to Host Beam Signing Ceremony for Restaurant Row at Pharr Town Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 2024
Pharr, Texas – The Pharr Economic Development Corporation will be hosting a Beam Signing Ceremony to celebrate the completion of the brand new development Restaurant Row at Pharr Town Center.
The ceremony will take place at 11 am TOMORROW, Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 500 N. Jackson Road and U.S. Expressway 83 (adjacent to Pappadeaux) in Pharr.
“We are excited to continue to expand our economic footprint, and provide our citizens with new opportunities for dining in Pharr,” said Victor Perez, President/CEO of the Pharr EDC. “This will be a great addition to the Pharr Town Center!”
Join us as we celebrate a momentous occasion as Levcor celebrates a monumental step in its journey from blueprint to reality in the city of Pharr.
All media and the public are invited to attend.
DETAILS:
WHAT: Beam Signing Ceremony Restaurant Row at Pharr Town Center
WHEN: TOMORROW, Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 11:00 am
WHERE: 500 N. Jackson Road and U.S. Expressway 83, Pharr, TX 78577 (adjacent to Pappadeaux)
Pharr EDC in conjunction with The Pharr International Bridge Hosts MOU Signing Ceremony with Delegation from Zitacuaro, Michoacan, MX
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2024
Pharr, Texas – A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signing Ceremony was held on Friday, March 15, 2024, between the Pharr Economic Development Corporation (EDC) and a delegation from Zitacuaro, Michoacan, MX, to explore and advance joint economic opportunities.
“Pharr continues to explore economic ventures with our binational partners in Mexico and we are thrilled to partner with the City of Zitacuaro,” said Victor Perez, President/CEO of the Pharr EDC. He added, “We both have important access to key businesses, industries, and investors as well as a shared interest in keeping our cities innovative and competitive.”
Through this new collaborative partnership, the two cities will explore near-shoring/offshoring, reshoring, and new-shoring opportunities related to industrial operations, services, and derivatives.
“This is a great move forward for the City of Pharr and the Pharr EDC as we aim to strengthen our international partnerships and work collaboratively with similar cities to attract growth, business, and investors,” said Dr. Jonathan B. Flores, Pharr City Manager. “By working together, our two cities can synergize and help each other succeed,” added Flores. “This is going to be a great partnership!”
In their discussions, Pharr and Zitacuaro expressed interest in exploring locations for launching, expanding, developing, and growing their businesses, technologies, products, and services.
The delegation from Zitacuaro included Antonio Ixtlahuac Orihuela, Presidente Municipal, Miguel Ruiz Ruiz, Coordinador de Gabinete, Sotelo Tello, Coordinadora de Planeación Municipal, and Guillermo Cortes Lua, Consultor Municipio de Zitácuaro.
“Our two cities are very similar, and we are excited about the new economic development opportunities that our collaborative efforts will yield for our futures,” said Ambrosio Hernandez, M.D., Mayor of Pharr and Chairman of the Pharr EDC.
Pharr EDC to Host MOU Signing Ceremony with City of Zitacuaro, Michoacán, MX
Media Availability & Interviews after MOU Signing at 2 pm
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 2024
Pharr, Texas – The Pharr EDC will be hosting a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signing Ceremony with Zitacuaro, Michoacan MX to jointly explore and advance potential economic development activities.
The ceremony will take place on Friday, March 15, 2024 with a luncheon starting at 12 pm at the Pharr Economic Development Corporation (1215 S. Cage Blvd.) in Pharr. The luncheon will be followed by a Roundtable Discussion from 2:00—2:30 pm and the signing of the MOU at 3:00 pm. Media interviews to follow.
“We are excited about this partnership which will allow us to develop bi-lateral economic initiatives, opportunities, and activities that will enhance our binational economies,” said Pharr Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez, M.D. who also serves as the President of the Pharr EDC.
This new collaborative partnership will explore opportunities for the two cities including near-shoring/off-shoring, re-shoring, and new-shoring related to different operations, services, and derivatives of the Industrial sector, among others.
”We proudly welcome our colleagues from Zitacuaro to the City of Pharr and look forward to a great economic relationship which will advance both our cities,” said Victor Perez, Pharr EDC President/CEO.
The delegation from Zitacuaro will include Antonio Ixtlahuac Orihuela, Presidente Municipal, Miguel Ruiz Ruiz, Coordinador de Gabinete, Sotelo Tello, Coordinadora de Planeación Municipal, and Guillermo Cortes Lua, Consultor Municipio de Zitácuaro.
Media are invited to attend.
DETAILS:
WHAT: MOU Signing Ceremony with Zitacuaro, Michoacan MX
WHEN: Friday, March 15, 2024 at 12 pm
WHERE: Pharr EDC (1215 S Cage Blvd., Pharr, TX 78552)
