Special to the AdvanceOn Monday, Mayor Javier Villalobos and the McAllen City Commission proclaimed the month of March as Women’s History Month in McAllen, and March 8 as International Women’s Day in McAllen, in celebration of the of the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.City leaders were proud to point out that the City of McAllen is unique among Rio Grande Valley and border municipalities, with an almost equal number of women to men who are directors of City of McAllen departments.“Why do we celebrate Women's History Month? We celebrate Women's History Month to remind ourselves of the ...