Archive for October 2025
Library Hosts Family Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library is inviting families to take part in its annual Family Pumpkin Decorating Contest, a creative fall tradition celebrating children’s literature. Participants are encouraged to decorate their pumpkins based on a children’s book or character. Registration is now open, and pumpkins may be submitted from…
Read MoreChamber to Host Ribbon Cuttings for Hidalgo Nursing & Rehab Center on Tuesday and University Barbershop on Friday
Staff ReportEdinburg, TX – The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce will host two ribbon-cutting ceremonies next week, celebrating both a business anniversary and a new local opening. The first event will take place Tuesday, Oct. 7, at 1 p.m. at the Hidalgo Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 4503 S. Sugar Rd. The ceremony marks the facility’s anniversary…
Read MoreFamily Fun Awaits at Edinburg’s Spooktacular 2025, Entry Is FREE
Staff ReportEdinburg, TX – Ghouls, goblins and families alike are invited to celebrate the Halloween season at Spooktacular 2025, set for Saturday, Oct. 18, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Edinburg World Birding Center, 714 S. Raul Longoria Rd. Hosted by the City of Edinburg Parks and Recreation Department and the World Birding Center,…
Read MoreAppointments, Budget Items Highlight This Week’s City Council Agenda
Staff ReportEdinburg, TX – The Edinburg City Council will meet Tuesday, Oct. 7, with a busy agenda that includes action on appointments to city boards and commissions, budget adjustments, and policy matters. One of the most closely watched portions will be Item 14: Appointments. Council members are scheduled to consider nominations and selections for several…
Read MoreChamber Expands Venue for Edinburg Candidate Forum Amid High Demand
Staff ReportEdinburg, TX – The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce has expanded the venue for its upcoming Public Affairs candidate forum, citing overwhelming community interest. Originally planned for a smaller space, the Oct. 9 forum will now be held in the auditorium of the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance, increasing seating capacity from 300 to 800.…
Read MoreEdinburg EDC Nominated for Regional Excellence Award in Economic Development
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) has been nominated for the Rio Grande Valley Partnership’s Regional Excellence Award in the Economic Development category, a recognition of the city’s growing economy and regional impact. In 2024, Edinburg recorded $1.9 billion in taxable retail sales and more than $300 million in construction activity, signaling strong growth…
Read MoreWeekend Events in Edinburg: Public Safety, Community Fun and Final Call for Police Academy Registration
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – A busy weekend is ahead in Edinburg, with several city departments and community organizations hosting events that highlight safety, civic engagement and family-friendly entertainment. Final Day to Enroll in Citizens Police Academy Today marks the last chance for residents to register for the Edinburg Police Department’s Citizens Police Academy, a hands-on…
Read MoreEdinburg to Host 3rd Annual Homestead Exemption Registration Event Oct. 15
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Homeowners in Hidalgo County will have an opportunity to learn more about property tax savings and complete applications during the 3rd Annual Homestead Exemption Registration Event, scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Arts, Culture, and Events Center (ACE Center), 315 W. McIntyre St. Personnel from…
Read MoreEdinburg Chamber to Host Mayoral Candidate Forum Oct. 9
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce will bring together the city’s three mayoral candidates for a business-focused forum on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 9 a.m. at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance. Confirmed candidates include Johnny Garcia, Richard Molina and Omar Ochoa. The discussion will be moderated by Sergio Sanchez of KURV…
Read MoreTxDOT: Pharr District Sees Rise in Pedestrian Fatalities, Urges Vigilance as Days Grow Shorter
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – With pedestrian crashes peaking in the fall, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is urging Rio Grande Valley drivers and walkers to stay alert as shorter days bring darker road conditions and greater risks. In 2024, the Pharr District recorded 222 traffic crashes involving pedestrians, resulting in 27 fatalities and 47 serious injuries.…
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