Archive for February 2025
Edinburg’s 12th Annual FridaFest to Celebrate Art, Culture, and Women’s Empowerment
Staff Report EDINBURG TX — The City of Edinburg invites the community to its 12th annual FridaFest, a vibrant celebration of art, music, and women’s empowerment, taking place Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. in front of the Arts, Culture & Events Center at 315 W. McIntyre St. The free, family-friendly event honors the legacy of Frida Kahlo, one of Mexico’s…
Read MoreEdinburg High, Edinburg North Schools Undergo Major Coaching Changes
Staff Report EDINBURG TX — In a significant reshuffling of high school football leadership, both Edinburg High School and Edinburg North High School are seeking new head coaches for their programs, according to a report from “Dave Campbells’s Texas Football” website. At Edinburg High School, head football coach Rene Guzman has been reassigned after leading the…
Read MoreRoad Closures and Traffic Advisory Issued for Fiesta Edinburg Parade and Festival
Staff Report EDINBURG TX — The City of Edinburg has announced temporary road closures and traffic advisories ahead of the 56th Annual Fiesta Edinburg, which runs from Feb. 27 to March 2, 2025, at Bert Ogden Arena. Parade Road Closures On Saturday, March 1, hard road closures will begin at 8 a.m. along South Closner Boulevard for the Fiesta Edinburg Parade. The parade…
Read MoreFiesta Edinburg Offers BOGO Deal for La Mafia and Alicia Villarreal Concert
Staff Report EDINBURG TX — Fiesta Edinburg is bringing an exciting lineup of musical performances, featuring Tejano legends La Mafia and Alicia Villarreal, with a special Buy One, Get One Free (BOGO) ticket offer for fans. The concert, part of the annual Fiesta Edinburg Spring Festival, will take place at Bert Ogden Arena. Also performing is the band Cultura, adding to an unforgettable…
Read MoreFESTIBA 2025 to Spotlight Youth Talent at Annual Mariachi Festival
Photo above: The UTRGV Mariachi Festival, part of FESTIBA, will celebrate regional youth talent from Feb. 28 to March 1 at the Performing Arts Complex in Edinburg. Highlights include vocal and group competitions for middle and high school students, featuring a special performance by Grammy-nominated José Hernández and Mariachi Sol de México. (UTRGV Archival Photo…
Read MoreECISD Reports Decline in Enrollment; Board Discusses Class Sizes and Staffing Challenges
Arnoldo Mata EDINBURG TX, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025 — Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District’s total enrollment has dropped by 580 students compared to the same time last year, according to the district’s Day 117 Enrollment Comparison Report presented at last night’s board meeting. Freddy Martinez, director of PEIMS and pupil accounting, reported that as of Friday,…
Read MoreNew book on regional politics published by UTRGV political science faculty
College of Liberal Arts to host book talk event on Friday By UTRGV News and Media Relations Edinburg, TX – The UTRGV College of Liberal Arts is hosting a book talk for the “Politics of the Rio Grande Valley: An Insider’s Perspective to Regional Politics,” a collaborative effort that highlights the expertise of its faculty.…
Read MoreEdinburg Police Recover Suspect Vehicle in Hit-and-Run Investigation
Staff Report EDINBURG TX — The Edinburg Police Department has recovered the vehicle believed to be involved in a hit-and-run that injured a 23-year-old man early Saturday morning. Officers responded to the incident at approximately 3:08 a.m. on Feb. 22 in the 5000 block of West State Highway 107. The suspect vehicle, initially described as…
Read MoreThe Potential Economic Impact of Sustained, Significant Tariffs on Imports from China
A 10% tariff on all imports from China recently took effect, with a higher levy of 25% on steel and aluminum. China is an important US trading partner, with 2024 imports of more than $438.9 billion and exports of $143.5 billion. Top imports include various types of consumer electronics, computer equipment, machinery, and toys. In…
Read MoreEdinburg Police Request Public’s Help Identifying Hit-and-Run Suspect
Staff Report EDINBURG TX — The Edinburg Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run that injured a 23-year-old man early Saturday morning. Officers responded to the incident at approximately 3:08 a.m. on Feb. 22 in the 5000 block of West State Highway 107. According to police, the…
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