Archive for June 2025
South Texas Mayors Urge Transparency Amid Federal Immigration Operations
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The South Texas Alliance of Cities (STAC), a coalition of regional mayors, has issued a joint statement expressing concern over recent federal immigration enforcement actions carried out by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) in the area. In the statement released June 12, the mayors clarified that local law enforcement agencies are…
Read MoreRegistration Open for Edinburg Junior Golf Summer Camp at Los Lagos
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – Young golf enthusiasts still have a chance to sign up for the second session of the Junior Golf Summer Camp hosted by Edinburg Parks & Recreation at Los Lagos Golf Course. The upcoming session runs July 7–26, with classes held Monday through Thursday. The camp is open to youth ages…
Read MoreEdinburg to Host ‘Daddy & Me’ Pool Event for Father’s Day Weekend
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The City of Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department will host a special “Daddy & Me” event on Saturday, June 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Edinburg Municipal Pool to celebrate dads and father figures. The evening will feature family-friendly activities including games, snacks, raffles, and a cannonball contest.…
Read MoreHidalgo County to Install ‘Veteran Parking Only’ Signs at Technical Schools for Women Veterans Day
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – In observance of Women Veterans Day, Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez will lead an initiative to install “Veteran Parking Only” signs at local technical institutions of higher learning to honor and recognize veterans, particularly women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The announcement follows positive community feedback…
Read MoreSaturday: Queen Tribute Band to Headline Free Summer Concert in Edinburg
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The City of Edinburg’s Summer Concert Series continues with a free performance by Queen Nation, a nationally recognized tribute band honoring the legendary music of Queen. The concert will take place Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the Promenade Park Amphitheater. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and come dressed…
Read MoreTrump aides want Texas to redraw its congressional maps to boost the GOP. What would that mean?
Photo above: Proposed drafts of Texas’ redrawn congressional districts outside the Senate chamber in the Texas Capitol in Austin on Sept. 30, 2021. Credit: Dimitri Staszewski for The Texas Tribune By Owen Dahlkamp, The Texas Tribune, and Natalia Contreras, Votebeat and The Texas Tribune Republicans representing Texas in Congress are considering this week whether to push their state Legislature…
Read MoreTexas high school students’ STAAR scores show gains in STEM fields, struggles in reading and literacy
Photo above: A 9th grade student prepares for a pre-test in a program that provides support for students taking the STAAR test at Elsik High School in Houston on April 19, 2018. Credit: Pu Ying Huang for The Texas Tribune By Atirikta Kumar, The Texas Tribune June 10, 2025 “Texas high school students’ STAAR scores show gains…
Read MoreEdinburg Reports Sales Tax Revenue Growth for March 2025
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The City of Edinburg continues to experience economic growth, with sales tax revenue for March 2025 increasing by 4.2% compared to the same month in 2024, according to figures released by the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation. Year-to-date, the city has collected $16.7 million in sales tax revenue, marking a 3.55%…
Read MorePirates Cove Pool to Reopen June 16 with New Summer Hours
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The City of Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department will reopen Pirates Cove starting June 16, offering multiple swim sessions throughout the week for residents of all ages. Admission is $2 for children ages 0–6 and seniors 54 and older, and $3 for individuals ages 7–54. Entry is cash only. The…
Read MoreEdinburg Police Seek Vendors for 2025 National Night Out
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Edinburg Police Department is calling for vendors to participate in the city’s 2025 National Night Out, scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 5 at Edinburg Promenade Park. The annual community event aims to promote police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. Local businesses, organizations, and food vendors are invited to apply to be…
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