On Wednesday, January 28, at the regular monthly meeting of the Rio Grande City Commission, Sanchez Funeral Home received a commemorative plaque honoring them as Rio Grande City’s Business of Month. Sanchez Funeral Home, which has been family owned and operated since opening in 1932, was started by Abel Juan Sanchez. Jeffery Sanchez, his wife Sonata Sanchez and their staff now proudly run the funeral home which they in turn will soon help transition their daughters into leading the helm. The City of Rio Grande City and Rio Grande City EDC wish to congratulate Sanchez Funeral Home, their family and staff for the 93 years of dedicated service to our community!

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HAHarvey Walden

2 weeks ago

Citizen of the Month- January 2026

Citizen of the Month – January 2026 The City of Rio Grande City Mayor and Commission proudly recognize Mrs. Linda Nelda Laurel as our January 2026 Citizen of the Month. A lifelong resident of Rio Grande City, Mrs. Laurel dedicated 39 years to educating generations of students at Rio Grande City High School, inspiring excellence in Spanish and French studies while fostering leadership, cultural awareness, and school pride. Beyond the classroom, her unwavering commitment to community service, faith-based organizations, and civic involvement reflects a lifetime devoted to serving others. Mrs. Laurel’s legacy lives on through her students, her family, and the countless lives she has touched through education, mentorship, and compassion. We thank her for her extraordinary service and for being a shining example of what it means to serve Rio Grande City with heart and purpose. Congratulations, Mrs. Laurel, and thank you for your lasting impact on our community.

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