Senator Cornyn Visits & Tree Planting Ceremony
Senator John Cornyn met with Driscoll leadership on May 30 to receive a tour of the new Driscoll Children's Hospital Rio Grande Valley. The senator delivered remarks at a press conference and participated in a tree planting ceremony. “Families and children now have access to 175,000 square feet of premier medical infrastructure,” Sen. John Cornyn said during his speech to media, local officials, and healthcare workers. “I just toured the new hospital and what an incredible facility it is. It offers nearly 120 patient beds, eight operating rooms, sophisticated technology, and even a therapy dog named Tesla,” Cornyn said.
Wild Olive
During Senator Cornyn's visit a native tree was planted to symbolize the importance of Driscoll’s growth in the Valley. The Quinta Mazatlán, a McAllen urban bird sanctuary, was instrumental in providing the perfect tree for this historic occasion, a native tree, a Wild Olive, also known locally as Anacahuita. Throughout history, olive trees have symbolized friendship, cleansing, healing, victory and above all: a sign of peace. All things we wish for our families at Driscoll. Wild Olive trees are sturdy, adapted to our weather and produce beautiful white flowers. This tree and its branches represent the families of the Valley, and home for Driscoll.
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