Archive for November 2025
Edinburg Library Announces Full Slate of Adult Programs for November
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library has unveiled its lineup of adult programs for November, offering a mix of creative workshops, wellness sessions, and community events designed to engage residents throughout the month. All activities are free, with materials provided and no registration required. The schedule begins Tuesday, Nov. 4,…
Read MoreEdinburg Municipal Court to Host Coffee and Donuts Event During Court Week
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The City of Edinburg is inviting residents to celebrate Municipal Court Week from November 3 to 7 with a community gathering designed to highlight the work of local court staff. As part of the weeklong observance, the Edinburg Municipal Court will host a “Coffee and Donuts” event on Wednesday, Nov.…
Read MoreTraffic, Parking Changes Start This Week in Downtown as Parking Garage Construction Starts
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The City of Edinburg and Hidalgo County are advising the public of upcoming traffic and parking changes as construction begins on the new Downtown Parking Garage, a $6.2 million project aimed at improving accessibility in the city’s courthouse district. The three-story structure, located at the corner of McIntyre Street and…
Read MoreEdinburg Fire Department Earns Statewide Honors for Fire Prevention Excellence
Photo above: Edinburg Fire Department staff were honored by the Texas Fire Marshal Association meeting. Picture, from left, are Lt. Homero Garza, Chief Omar Garza, and Lt. Frankie Joe Salinas. Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg Fire Department has received statewide recognition for its outstanding work in fire prevention, earning multiple awards during the…
Read MoreEdinburg ER Nurse, STC Nursing Alum Earns National Recognition
Photo above: South Texas College alumnus and South Texas Health System Edinburg Emergency Room Nurse Javen Hinojosa has put “the 956” on the map as the 2025 recipient of ImageFirst’s HeroesFIRST national competition. Amanda Sotelo, STC Communications Edinburg Tx – South Texas College alumnus and South Texas Health System Edinburg Emergency Room Nurse Javen Hinojosa has…
Read MoreEdinburg Ranks Among Nation’s Top Cities for Permit Efficiency
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The City of Edinburg has been recognized as one of the most efficient cities in the nation for permit approvals, ranking fourth in the United States and first in Texas, according to the latest Red Tape Index. The report evaluates municipalities based on permit processing speed, population growth support, and…
Read MoreHidalgo County Judge Backs Effort to Preserve Air Service to Mexico City
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez has joined regional leaders in urging the U.S. Department of Transportation to protect commercial air service between McAllen International Airport and Mexico City, citing the route’s vital role in supporting South Texas’ economy and cross-border ties. Cortez emphasized that the McAllen-Mexico City route is…
Read More$650,000 Downtown Renovation Project to Restore Historic Edinburg Landmark
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – A historic 1925 building in downtown Edinburg is set for a major restoration as part of a $650,000 renovation project backed by the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation. The effort, led by LEWIS Building LLC and owner Byron Lewis, CEO of Edwards Abstract and Title Co., will bring new life to…
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