Posts by The Edinburg Advocate
Edinburg Moves to Control Parking Near Courthouse to Support Small Businesses
Arnoldo Mata EDINBURG TX – The Edinburg City Council on Tuesday approved the first phase of a parking ordinance aimed at easing congestion and restoring access for small businesses near the newly reopened courthouse. The new ordinance amends the city’s Code of Ordinances to establish “Schedule Three” parking zones with set hours, locations, and penalties. The…
Read MoreEdinburg Police to Host Auto Theft and Burglary Prevention Event April 23
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The City of Edinburg and the Edinburg Police Department will host a community event focused on auto theft and burglary prevention on Tuesday, April 23, at Edinburg Municipal Park. As part of Project 365 and in partnership with National Night Out, the event aims to educate residents on how to…
Read MoreCommunity Calls on Edinburg School Board to Act on Robert E. Lee Elementary Renaming
Arnoldo Mata EDINBURG TX – Nearly five years after the Edinburg school board voted to move forward with renaming Robert E. Lee Elementary, residents are once again urging trustees to take action—this time during a packed public comment session that drew more than a dozen speakers. The calls come amid growing frustration over the district’s…
Read MoreCity of Edinburg, EDC Receive Clean Audit Reports for Fiscal Year 2024
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The City of Edinburg and the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation (EDC) received clean audit reports for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, according to presentations delivered to the City Council by independent auditor Roel Cantu of Castañeda & Associates, PC. During the April 1, 2025 Edinburg City Council meeting,…
Read MoreHidalgo County Drainage Projects Advance in State Flood Mitigation Funding List
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – Two major Hidalgo County flood mitigation projects have advanced in the Texas Water Development Board’s (TWDB) final Flood Infrastructure Fund (FIF) Prioritization List, paving the way for potential funding in the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The projects—designated as 2023 Bond Projects 4 and 5 – North Main Drain—are part of a…
Read MoreSmall Aircraft Makes Emergency Landing at Edinburg Airport, Minor Injuries Reported
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – A small Cessna aircraft carrying three passengers made an emergency landing Saturday morning at South Texas International Airport in Edinburg following an engine malfunction, officials confirmed. The incident occurred at approximately 10:25 a.m. on April 12. The aircraft landed safely, and emergency personnel responded promptly to the scene. All three…
Read MoreEdinburg Library Offers Creative April Programs for Teens and Tweens
Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library is hosting a series of free events throughout April designed for teens and tweens to explore new hobbies and creative activities. Geared toward youth ages 11 to 18, the “Teen & Tween Program” includes hands-on workshops and themed gatherings with no registration required. The…
Read MoreBirding Program to Celebrate Earth Day at Edinburg Library
Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library will host a special Earth Day-themed program on Saturday, April 12, beginning at 12 p.m. Presented by the Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center, “Birds of the Valley” will offer families a chance to learn about native bird species found in the Rio…
Read MoreHealth Talk and Children’s Activities Scheduled at Edinburg Library in April
Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library is offering a wide range of programs this April, including a health-focused lunch session and weekly children’s activities. As part of its Brown Bag Lunch Series, the library will host a free presentation on diabetes prevention and maintenance on Monday, April 7 at noon.…
Read MoreReducing Job Jitters – UT Health RGV psychiatrist says calming your workplace anxiety can help overall mental health
Photo above: Workplace stress affects many, with 83% of U.S. workers reporting work-related anxiety. April is National Stress Awareness Month—an opportunity to recognize chronic stress and strategies for mental well-being. Dr. Alcides Amador from UT Health RGV highlights the importance of managing workplace anxiety, especially in the Rio Grande Valley, where balancing multiple jobs and…
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