UTRGV to make announcement with new UT Center in Laredo

By The Edinburg Advocate | April 26, 2022

RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS – APRIL 25, 2022 – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley will make an announcement Thursday, April 28, at the UT Education and Research Center at Laredo regarding the establishment of a partnership to offer degrees in social work in Laredo. UTRGV and UT System have established a Memorandum of Understanding…

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UPDATED: Edinburg PD Arrest, Charge 3, Recover Hundreds of Thousands In Stolen Property

By The Edinburg Advocate | April 25, 2022

The Edinburg Police Department, along with the assistance of Weslaco Police, McAllen Police Department, Pharr Police Department, Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS),  and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), has arrested three suspects believed to be involved in multiple burglaries in Edinburg and the surrounding region. Hundreds of…

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UTRGV Theatre Department presents ‘Red’ on April 29

By The Edinburg Advocate | April 25, 2022

By Santana Peralez EDINBURG, TEXAS – APRIL 25, 2022 – The UTRGV Theatre Department is going from Shakespearean tragedy to contemporary tragedy, following up their production of “Coriolanus” in March with Tony award-winning play “Red” by John Logan. “Red” opens 7:30 p.m. April 29, with a second performance 7:30 p.m. April 30 with ASL interpretation,…

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As Texas home values skyrocket, state officials wrestle with how to slow property tax increases

By The Edinburg Advocate | April 24, 2022

By Joshua Fechter, The Texas TribuneApril 22, 2022 “As Texas home values skyrocket, state officials wrestle with how to slow property tax increases” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. DALLAS — As…

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Edinburg PD Search For Aggravated Robbery Suspects

By The Edinburg Advocate | April 24, 2022

Edinburg Police need your assistance in identifying two suspects involved in a couple of aggravated robberies that took place on Saturday April 16, 2022 after 6:30am. The first robbery took place at a restaurant in the 3700 block of West Monte Cristo Rd. Investigators say the two men (pictured below) walked into the restaurant, one…

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Museum of South Texas History To Host Weekend Of Musical Performances, Activities

By The Edinburg Advocate | April 24, 2022
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EDINBURG, Texas — The Museum of South Texas History invites the community to enjoy a weekend of activities and performances. On May 7, “From Baroque to the 21st Century, Viola & Guitar Recital,” a musical performance featuring Joel Págan and Hector Javier Rodriguez Santos, will start at 11 a.m. in the museum’s Courtyard Gallery.  This recital features…

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County Judge Richard F. Cortez announces Explore Hidalgo County initiative 

By The Edinburg Advocate | April 24, 2022

EDINBURG – In recognition of Earth Day, Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez announced an ecotourism initiative called Explore Hidalgo County. The initiative launches a regional approach to highlighting the area’s natural beauty and encourages both residents of the county as well as out-of-town visitors to take advantage of these jewels. “Within a 40-mile radius,…

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Edinburg Police Officer Recognized With Lifesaving Award 

By The Edinburg Advocate | April 24, 2022

EDINBURG, Texas– On Wednesday, April 20th, 2022 the Edinburg Police Department recognized and awarded Edinburg Police Officer Joaquin Garcia with the Lifesaving Award during a ceremony held at the Edinburg Police Department. “It’s an honor and a privilege to be here. I have this man to thank,” said Edinburg resident Jaime Cavazos, “[Officer Garcia’s] actions…

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