Better Living For Texans - Starr County

06/30/2025

Some Tips from our District 12 South Texas BLT South Texas Better Living for Texas Coalition

Beyond touching your toes, flexibility is crucial for maintaining a wide range of motion in your joints, which can help prevent injuries and improve daily activities.

How does flexibility impact your life and what's your favorite stretch to do?

06/12/2025

Participants from the Roma Nutrition Center successfully completed a four-week series titled A Fresh Start to a Healthier You, led by Agent Lisa Gonzalez from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. Throughout the program, they had the opportunity to sample and assist with food demonstrations, all of which were both delicious and informative. Participants left with valuable recipes and nutrition tips to support healthier lifestyles.

A special thank-you to Commissioner Roy Peña III and his staff for their continued support and engagement in these community events!

06/12/2025

Thank you, Commissioner Hernan Garza, for joining us at the San Isidro Community Center. Extension Agent Lisa Gonzalez presented an engaging nutrition session on the topic of watermelons. Participants had a great time creating their own watermelon pizzas, topped with a variety of delicious ingredients including berries, yogurt, coconut, and granola. It was a fun, hands-on activity that everyone enjoyed!

06/05/2025

Growing your Pizza...all about Basil

Ready to elevate every dish to gourmet status? ✨ Planting your own basil isn't just about fresh leaves; it's about having that incredible, fragrant aroma always on hand. From pesto to pizza, caprese to cocktails, homegrown basil brings a depth of flavor and freshness that store-bought just can't match. Smell the difference!

05/23/2025

Take a look at our nutrition post of the month! Let's learn all about calcium!

05/23/2025

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Finishing off the month with a physical activity post, focusing on some of the general recommendations for both adults and children.

Try to incorporate physical activity in your daily routine, even if it's just a walk, a stretch, or a quick chair exercise!

05/12/2025

Extension Agent Lisa Gonzalez joined an event hosted by Colonias Unidas to promote Healthy Texans Week.
At the event, she greeted attendees and distributed recipe brochures featuring healthy meal ideas. She also took the opportunity to share information about the Better Living for Texans programs available in Starr County, encouraging families to take advantage of these valuable community resources.

05/12/2025

Shout out to the 3rd grade students from ACE Elementary in Mrs. Pena’s and Mrs. Solis’ classes!
These students proudly participated in the 2025 Healthy Texan Week, organized by Extension Agent Lisa Gonzalez from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. Throughout the event, they explored fun and practical ways to add more fruits and vegetables to their daily meals. As a hands-on activity, students helped blend and taste an “Un-beetable Smoothie,” and brought home valuable nutrition information to share with their families.

05/07/2025

"Students at Roel & Celia Elementary took part in the 2025 Healthy Texan Week, organized by Extension Agent Lisa Gonzalez from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. The event highlighted fun and practical ways to include more fruits and vegetables in their diets. Each student received a coloring page and stickers."

04/10/2025

Kindergarten students at Roel & Celia Elementary are actively participating in the Color Me Healthy series led by Extension Agent Lisa Gonzalez. Love how the teachers take part in the learning experience students are engaging in. It is also so rewarding to see the students already halfway through-learning about healthy habits in a fun and engaging way which sets such a strong foundation for their future.

04/10/2025

👟 Get Your Walking Shoes Ready!
Veterans Memorial Elementary Parents are kicking off a Walk 'n Talk series led by Extension Agent Lisa Gonzalez!

Come join the fun, get moving, and connect with other parents!

🗓 Wednesday at 9:00 AM
📍 Veterans Memorial Elementary Cafeteria

Let’s walk, talk, and build a stronger community together!