Instruction:
What does #956 mean?

Response:
#956 refers to the Rio Grande Valley, an area in South Texas.The number 956 is the area code. It includes the city of McAllen, Pharr, Brownsville, and the popular beach destination: South Padre Island, just to name a few.  People also say "Puro 956" to express pride for the area. The area shares the border with Mexico which explains why the majority of the population has Mexican heritage and the #1 language is Spanish. The 956 area is known for its rich culture and delicious Mexican food.