Archive for May 2023
About 3,500 slated to graduate in UTRGV’s Spring 2023 commencement
By Amanda A. Taylor-Uchoa EDINBURG, TEXAS – MAY 8, 2023 – UTRGV will graduate more than 3,000 students in the spring 2023 semester, with four commencement ceremonies May 12-13. The first commencement will be in Edinburg at the Bert Ogden Arena. The first ceremony begins at 9 a.m. for: The second ceremony begins at 1 p.m.…
Read MoreEdinburg Hits Record-Breaking Month With $57 Million in New Construction Activity
Edinburg, TX, May 10, 2023 – The City of Edinburg hit a historic milestone in its construction sector as it reported an impressive $57 million in new construction activity for the month of April. This figure encompasses both residential and commercial projects, with $18 million dedicated to residential developments and an astonishing $39 million invested…
Read MoreEdinburg waives permit fees for fencing and roofing repairs after storm through May 19
Community encouraged to visit Building Safety Department for assistance Edinburg, TX, May 8, 2023 – In an effort to alleviate the hardship caused by the April 28, 2023 storm, the City of Edinburg Building Safety Department will waive permitting fees for fence and roofing (shingle replacement) repairs beginning Friday, May 5, 2023, through Friday, May…
Read MoreEdinburg PD arrests suspect for string of vehicle burglaries
Edinburg, TX, May 9, 2023 – The Edinburg Police Department apprehended a suspect believed to be responsible for a string of vehicle burglaries in the area. Julio Cesar Vela, a 22-year-old arrested by the San Juan Police Department for related crimes was charged with the Edinburg burglaries. Between January 24th and January 27th, 2023, the…
Read MoreEdinburg appoints Deputy Fire Chief Ubaldo Perez as Interim Fire Chief
Edinburg, TX, May 9, 2023 – The Edinburg Fire Department announced the appointment of Deputy Chief Ubaldo Perez as Interim Fire Chief, following the unexpected passing of Fire Chief Shawn M. Snider. With over three decades of service, Deputy Chief Perez is a highly experienced and dedicated veteran of the department who brings exceptional leadership…
Read MoreHidalgo County Judge issues disaster declaration in the wake of weekend storms
After weekend storms caused widespread damage and power outages in the region, Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez declared a disaster on Monday and appealed to Governor Greg Abbott for state emergency assistance. The disaster declaration is a necessary step to request help from state and federal agencies to cope with the storm’s impact, which…
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