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Weslaco is a city in Hidalgo County, Texas. The population was 26,935 at the 2000 census. Weslaco derives its name from the W.E. Stewart Land Company. It was the hometown of Harlon Block, one of the Marines photographed raising the flag at Iwo Jima. Weslaco is part of the McAllen–Edinburg–Mission Metropolitan Statistical Area. Weslaco is home to three nature centers that share a wealth of wildlife and nature habitats. The Valley Nature Center, Frontera Audubon Center, and South Texas' newest state park, Estero Llano Grande State Park and World Birding Center, offer guided tours and activities throughout the year for all ages. Weslaco's Onion Festival is held the first Saturday in April. It's a sweet celebration of the Texas 1015 Onion featuring onion blossoms, dancing horse shows, and musical entertainment! Other city events like the Mid Valley Lighted Christmas Parade and the Fourth of July Celebration also show Weslaco's community spirit. Weslaco is famous for its eateries that satisfy everyone's appetite from American to International cuisine. The city also hosts a unique historic downtown shopping center where you will find antiques, jewelry, and gifts while live theatre awaits you at the Tower Threatre just a few blocks north. Weslaco is ten minutes from Nuevo Progreso, the friendliest border town in Mexico, home to six blocks of sidewalk sales and shops. Visit Nuevo Progreso anytime and we guarantee you will return. http://www.weslacotx.gov/