Dina Herrera-Garza

Reporter at KRGV-TV (Weslaco, TX)

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Quinta Mazatlan holding summer events

3 days ago | krgv.com | Dina Herrera-Garza

Quinta Mazatlan holding summer eventsVictoria Villarreal with Quinta Mazatlan discusses the educational and fun activities being provided to kids and families this summer. More information is available online.
Edinburg mayor advocating for prevention on men’s health issues

4 days ago | krgv.com | Dina Herrera-Garza

inNews - LocalJune is Men’s Health Month to raise awareness and education on men’s health issues around the world. Edinburg Mayor Ramiro Garza has been advocating for men’s health after he announced in January 2025 that he was diagnosed with stage two prostate cancer. Garza said he was diagnosed following routine blood work, and that early detection is key to combating the disease. He is currently in remission. Watch the video above for the full story.
Valley woman shares story of younger brother who became an organ donor and recipient

1 week ago | krgv.com | Dina Herrera-Garza

inNews - LocalKristen Longoria-Sandoval is sharing her brother’s story. Her brother was born with congenital heart defects, and at the age of one he received a donated heart. He died at the age of six of unrelated reasons, but Longoria-Sandoval said her family is completing his story by having his organs donated. According to the Texas Organ Sharing Alliance, over 100,000 people are waiting for an organ transplant nationwide. You can register to become an organ donor online.
Zoo Guest: Dimples the horseshoe crab

1 week ago | krgv.com | Dina Herrera-Garza

Zoo Guest: Dimples the horseshoe crab
UT Health RGV to hold mobile OB/GYN clinic in Edinburg

3 weeks ago | krgv.com | Dina Herrera-Garza

inNews - LocalHealthcare services for women will be provided in Edinburg thanks to UT Health RGV. UT Health RGV is teaming up with Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for a mobile OB/GYN clinic, set for Wednesday, June 4. The clinic will be at the Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Endowment Center, located at 107 Sunflower Road. Birth control, women wellness services such as a breast exam and a pap smear, STI and pregnancy tests will be provided. Services are free for women who qualify.
Food Bank RGV holding 4th annual Empty Bowls Lower Valley event

3 weeks ago | krgv.com | Dina Herrera-Garza

inNews - LocalThe Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley is inviting the public to their 4th Annual Empty Bowls Lower Valley. As part of the event, an “extraordinary tasting culinary extravaganza with cuisine from some of the best local restaurants, cafés, bites, bakeries, and more” will be provided, according to the event website. Every dollar raised will be tailored to serve food insecure families, children, seniors, and veterans this summer, the food bank said. Click here for tickets.
DHR Health hosting ATV safety program

1 month ago | krgv.com | Dina Herrera-Garza

DHR Health hosting ATV safety programWith summer already here, lots of children will be spending their time outdoors, possibly on an ATV. DHR Health will be holding an All-Terrain Injury Prevention Program to teach people about how to safely use an ATV. You can sign up for it online or call 956-362-6285 for more information. Watch the video above for the full story.
Beach Waterpark in South Padre Island now open

1 month ago | krgv.com | Dina Herrera-Garza

Beach Waterpark in South Padre Island now openThose looking for the perfect staycation can now go to Beach Waterpark at South Padre Island. Channel 5 News is giving away tickets to Beach Waterpark. Click here for details. Watch the video above for the full story.
Medical director at STHS Children's hospital discusses impact of KRGV Cares Closet campaign

1 month ago | krgv.com | Dina Herrera-Garza

Medical director at STHS Children's hospital discusses impact of KRGV Cares Closet campaignAs of Wednesday, the KRGV Cares Closet campaign has raised $4,471 to purchase new toys and other necessities for patients at South Texas Health System Edinburg Children’s hospital. STHS Children’s ER Medical Director Dr. Santos Cantu discusses the impact the closet has had on patients. Click here to donate to help make a children’s hospital stay more comfortable. Watch the video above for the full story.
KRGV Cares Closet campaign helping hospitalized children feel more comfortable

1 month ago | krgv.com | Dina Herrera-Garza

The KRGV Cares Closet campaign continues to focus on helping a child feel more comfortable while staying at South Texas Health System children’s hospital in Edinburg. STHS Behavioral Director of Utilization Review Bob Cooper discusses the impact the campaign is having on children. To donate to help KRGV-TV purchase toys and other necessities for children at the hospital, click here. Watch the video above for the full story.