Archive for June 2023
Edinburg Fire Chief Snyder inducted into Texas Emergency Management Hall of Fame
Edinburg, TX – An Edinburg hero has been honored. Last week, at the Texas Division of Emergency Management State Conference held in Fort Worth, the late Edinburg Fire Chief Shawn Snider was posthumously inducted into the esteemed Texas Emergency Management Hall of Fame. This distinguished honor recognizes Chief Snider’s unparalleled commitment, tireless work, and unwavering dedication…
Read MoreThe Museum of South Texas History will host the four-part Summer Saturdays at the Museum series featuring play money and fun prizes.
Photo above – Participants can “buy” entries with play money for a chance to win custom museum puzzle. Photo credit: MOSTHistory EDINBURG, Texas — The Museum of South Texas History presents Summer Saturdays at the Museum, an adventure through the Rio Grande Legacy exhibition, 1910 Jail and a makeshift store called La Bodega, from 11 a.m.…
Read MoreFeeling the Pinch!
Dr. M. Ray Perryman, June 1, 2023 Since 2013, the Federal Reserve has conducted an annual Survey of Household Economics and Decisionmaking (SHED), which seeks to measure the economic wellbeing of US households. In October 2022, 11,000 adults across the country were asked a variety of questions about their financial situations. Let’s examine some of…
Read MoreEdinburg World Birding Center celebrates Free Fishing Day with educational programming
Edinburg, Texas – The Edinburg World Birding Center (EWBC) announced its participation in Free Fishing Day, a statewide event in Texas, taking place on Saturday, June 3, 2023. As part of this celebration, the EWBC will be offering engaging programming within the World Birding Center to promote fishing education and provide participants with valuable skills…
Read MoreCars registered in Texas after 2025 will no longer need to pass a safety inspection, but owners will still pay the fee
Photo above — Starting in 2025, many Texas drivers will no longer have to have their car inspected for safety. Credit: Ryan McCrimmon for The Texas Tribune By Jayme Lozano Carver, The Texas Tribune, June 1, 2023 Most Texas drivers will no longer be required to have their cars pass an annual safety exam after state lawmakers…
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