Welcome. I'm a retired U.S. Army officer and former newspaper editor who embarked on my journey into Tai Chi while still in active service. Although my initial interest was piqued during my military days, my pursuit of Tai Chi was temporarily sidelined by time constraints and professional respons…
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I have 40 years of energy arts experience, including a Doctorate in Chinese Energetic Medicine and ordination as a Buddhist Lama and Christian Mystical Priest . My experience also includes Tai Chi, Reiki (Levels 1 and 2 certified), yoga and meditation. I have been passionate about teaching an…
Having learned and practiced Tai Chi as a young man, I recently renewed my study and have been practicing daily for four years. I can teach Yang Style Tai Chi Forms 8, 13, 16, 24, 32, 37, 40 and 42 forms. I also teach the recently adopted "Bafa Wubu" form, China's new Tai Chi standard. I use the "S…
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Alamo, TX
Alamo, located in the Rio Grande Valley in what is nicknamed the "Land of Two Summers", is a city in the irrigated area of southern Hidalgo County, Texas, United States. Known as the "Refuge to the Valley", it is located in an area of abundant vegetable farming and citrus groves, and is a noted winter resort/retirement town near the Mexico–U.S. border. Alamo is one of the Rio Grande Valley's gateways to Mexico, via U.S. Route 281 and Nuevo Progreso, Tamaulipas, as well as a gateway to the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge. Alamo's population was 19,493 at the 2020 census.
Alamo is located in southern Hidalgo County at 26°11′6″N 98°7′4″W (26.185113, –98.117892). It is bordered to the west by the city of San Juan and to the east by the city of Donna.
According to the United States Census Bureau, Alamo has a total area of 7.1 square miles (18.4 km2), all land.
Alamo was laid out in 1909, and named after the Alamo Mission in San Antonio. Alamo is the Spanish/Mexican word for Cottonwood tree.
The current City Officials are Mayor Diana Martinez, Mayor Pro-Tem Robert De La Garza, Commissioner Oscar Salinas (Place 1), Commissioner Pete Morales (Place 2), and Commissioner Maria Del Pilar Garza (Place 4). The current Chief of Police is Richard Ozuna, a former Captain at the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. The United States Postal Service operates the Alamo Post Office.
Alamo focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Alamo Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Planet Fitness, TrainFit, and Snap Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Alamo, such as the Alamo Nature Park and the Chachalaca Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.
Top sites in Alamo, TX include Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, Museum of South Texas History, Old Hidalgo Pumphouse Museum and World Birding Center.
Population: 8,374 (2021). Elevation: 801 ft (244 m). Area: 1.84 sq mi (4.77 km2). ZIP Code: 78209. Area code(s): 210.
FAQs
Is Alamo, TX a border town?
As a border city, Alamo has access to multiple international bridges. The Pharr-Reynosa International Bridge is about 12 miles away while the Donna-Rio Bravo International Bridge is about 13 miles southeast of town. Interstate 2 is also a major route in South Texas, giving residents a 9-mile drive west to the business district in McAllen.
How is living in Alamo, TX?
Alamo is in Hidalgo County. Living in Alamo offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many retirees live in Alamo and residents tend to be liberal.
Why is Alamo, TX famous?
Bearing the history of Texas itself, the Mission San Antonio de Valero (known as the Alamo) has passed through multiple hands in its nearly 300-year history. It has belonged to Spain, Mexico, Texas, the United States, and the Confederacy. Though the structure is famous for being the site of the 1836 battle between Texas revolutionary forces and the Mexican army, it played an important role in the events that led up to that infamous battle and the later course of Texas history. The Alamo was originally established by Catholic missionaries in 1718.
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Alamo Recreation and Community Services Department
Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge
Old Hidalgo Pumphouse Museum and World Birding Center
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