Here are some photos of murals at the Center for Education and Economic Development.

The Center for Education and Economic Development has several murals that represent aspects of the community and the local culture.

This one represents notable people and places.

This mural is about computer science, which the Center promotes for the community.

The Border Theater is a notable landmark in our community.

State Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa is a prominent member of our community.

This is artistic flourish by the muralist.

This mural represents our community’s agricultural history.

This mural is about the chapel which inspired the name of our city, Mission, Texas.

The artwork is not available for public viewing. CEED operates as a coworking space. Thus, the murals are visible to members and other guests.

Hidalgo County

The Drunken Chicken in Mission, Texas

There are many great places for barbecue in Texas. In fact, some Texans will occasionally make the weekend pilgrimage to their favorite barbecue spots, which may be hours away. And then, there are local favorite barbecue spots that everybody in town knows and frequents. The Drunken Chicken is one of those local favorites in Mission, Texas. Entranc

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We could not finish our evening walk.

Mission Hike and Bike Trails is where we go for our evening walks. Yesterday, we had to cut it short. The rain brought out too many bugs. We couldn’t walk comfortably with them flying in our faces.

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McAllen

Choice Privileges Visa Earning Breakdown

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McAllen

We visit On The Border to test credit card

Today, Mrs. TWM and I went out to the local Embassy Suites Hotel restaurant named On The Border. The hotel is in McAllen, Texas. Our motive was to try out the Hilton Honors Business Card by American Express. The card earns 12 points per dollar of spending at Hilton properties. Of course, it’s better to verify. So, we had lunch and some drinks.

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