Harlingen leads Rio Grande Valley in Blue Zones readiness assessment

Harlingen scored 4.57 out of five in a Blue Zones readiness assessment, the highest mark among participating Rio Grande Valley cities. Mayor Norma Sepulveda said the city hopes to build on trail projects, promote walking and biking, and add a commercial kitchen to a planned recreation center for healthy, affordable cooking lessons. Residents will help shape the implementation plan, with detailed projects and timelines expected in January.