Good morning, Mission.

Brownsville-based owner Blanca Elina Perez of Amor Eterno Provider Services was named Small Business Person of the Year by the SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office and will be honored on May 6 in Weslaco during National Small Business Week.

Tejano star Bobby Pulido visited a quinceañera in Mission on March 27 where he sang live and gifted a cap marked with a bold campaign message—his performance turned a political jab into a celebration of local culture and may bring more event invitations.

DHR Health held a flag-raising ceremony Wednesday for National Donate Life Month & to stress the pressing need for organ donors amid high diabetes and hypertension rates in the Rio Grande Valley.

Dietitian Rebeca Davila warned that healthy food labels may hide added sugars — consumers should check labels carefully instead of relying on marketing.

This April, H-E-B and South Texas Health System will offer free diabetes screenings while CHANNEL 5 NEWS covers diabetes prevention and treatment.

Havana Nights Casino Gala

5:30-11 p.m. — Mission Event Center — Support a cause while enjoying casino games and live music in a vibrant atmosphere.