Archive for November 2025
Downtown Edinburg Gears Up for “Miracle on McIntyre” Holiday Celebration
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The magic of the season is about to sparkle through downtown Edinburg as the City of Edinburg hosts its beloved Miracle on McIntyre holiday celebration on December 4–5, 2025 at the Promenade Park Amphitheater, located at 201 W. McIntyre St. Festivities begin on Thursday, Dec. 4, with the Lighting of the Tree from 6 to 9 p.m., followed by the Holiday…
Read MoreEdinburg Communications & Media Team Wins Three State Awards
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The City of Edinburg is celebrating statewide recognition after its Communications & Media Department brought home three awards from the Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (TATOA) annual conference, held this month in The Woodlands. The department earned first place in the Event/Program Promotion category for its production of former Mayor…
Read MoreRGV prosecutors unite for ‘No Refusal’ DWI campaign through New Year
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Rio Grande Valley District Attorney Coalition will launch its 2025 Holiday Season “No Refusal” DWI Enforcement Campaign, running from Nov. 27, 2025, through Jan. 2, 2026. The campaign, announced by District Attorneys Toribio “Terry” Palacios of Hidalgo County, Luis V. Saenz of Cameron County, Gocha Allen Ramirez of Starr…
Read MoreOchoa chairs first meeting as mayor; council OKs rezoning, water-plant repair and regional appointments
Arnoldo Mata Edinburg, TX – Newly elected Mayor Omar Ochoa presided over his first Edinburg City Council meeting Tuesday, guiding a brisk agenda that included proclamations, a neighborhood rezoning, water-plant repairs, and regional board appointments. After the formalities of opening the meeting Ochoa addressed the residents, staff and Council members, setting a collaborative tone and…
Read MoreHousing Value Drops Hit Majority of Homes in South Texas Border Counties
Arnoldo Mata Edinburg, TX – According to a recent study by Zillow posted on Nov. 17, more than half of U.S. homes lost value over the past year, and those declines are increasingly evident in South Texas, including in the Rio Grande Valley. Locally, the picture is mixed: in Cameron County, 74.3 percent of homes…
Read MoreEdinburg expands ‘Hometown of Heroes’ call for nominations ahead of 2026 half marathon
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The City of Edinburg is urging residents to submit nominations for its 2026 Hometown of Heroes Half-Marathon, expanding on eligibility guidelines for community members and organizations that have made a meaningful impact on the 4-Time All-America City. Nominations are open through Monday, Jan. 5, 2026. Thirteen honorees will be selected…
Read MoreEdinburg Cares food drive wraps, today, Nov. 18; drop-off sites listed
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg Cares Food Drive enters its final days, with donations accepted through Tuesday, Nov. 18, to help provide holiday meals for about 1,000 local families. Organizers are seeking nonperishable items such as canned vegetables, beans, soups, cranberry sauce, stuffing and gravy mixes. Donations may be dropped off at the…
Read MoreUFO Fest returns Nov. 20–22 with ‘Ancient Aliens’ live show, local lore and downtown finale
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The City of Edinburg will host its annual UFO Festival & Conference Nov. 20–22 at the Edinburg Arts, Culture & Events Center (ACE Center), featuring a live stage appearance by cast members from the History Channel’s “Ancient Aliens,” community storytelling tied to Edinburg’s 1966 UFO incident, science programming and a…
Read MoreEdinburg Council to weigh rezoning, water plant upgrade and landfill contract at Nov. 18 meeting
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg City Council on Tuesday, Nov. 18, will consider a full slate of items ranging from a neighborhood rezoning request and water plant rehabilitation to appointments on regional boards, according to the posted agenda. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 415 W. University Drive. City Manager’s…
Read MoreChamber names Nick Cantu incoming board president, citing downtown focus and business growth
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce has selected Aaron Nicholas “Nick” Cantu as incoming president of its Board of Directors, elevating a longtime local entrepreneur and downtown advocate to lead the organization’s volunteer board. Cantu, an Edinburg CISD graduate from Johnny Economedes High School’s Class of 2002, launched his career in…
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