Posts by The Edinburg Advocate
Motorcyclist Killed in Thursday Night Crash in Edinburg
Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – A 28-year-old motorcyclist died Thursday night following a collision with a metal light pole on the 2800 block of Larkspur Drive. The crash occurred at approximately 11:20 p.m., and Edinburg Police Department’s Traffic Division quickly responded to the scene. The rider, identified as Damion Hernandez, was transported to a local…
Read MoreFiesta Edinburg 2025 to Feature Grammy Winners La Mafia, Alicia Villarreal
Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce has announced a star-studded lineup for the 56th annual Fiesta Edinburg, set to take place from Feb. 27 to March 2, 2025, at Bert Ogden Arena. The festival will feature performances by Latin Grammy-winning artists La Mafia and Alicia Villarreal, alongside family-friendly attractions and activities.…
Read MoreNativity scene collection on display at MOSTHistory
Photo above: Two visitors to the Museum of South Texas History view part of the “Bishop Emeritus Raymundo Peña Nativity Scene Collection,” a spotlight exhibit displaying 120 nativity scenes until Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025. Pamela Morales, MOSTHistory Communications EDINBURG, Texas — The Museum of South Texas History will feature the “Bishop Emeritus Raymundo Peña Nativity Scene…
Read MoreEdinburg Police Arrest Two, Recover Stolen Items in Auto Theft Investigation
Photo above: Auto theft suspects, Edgar Olguin, left, Jonathan Moreno, were arrested this week by Edinburg Police in relation to multiple vehicle burglaries. Staff Report EDINBURG TX– The Edinburg Police Department recovered stolen items and made two arrests in connection with an ongoing auto theft investigation linked to multiple vehicle burglaries and thefts across the…
Read MoreFrom caregiver to advocate: Edinburg STISD, STC graduate is ready to make a difference
Sara Reyna, STC Communications South Texas College graduate Aimee Pequeño said she is ready to make a lasting impact on the world, thanks to her transformative journey at STC. Taking shape as a passionate advocate, Pequeño recently graduated with her Associate Degree on December 15, now ready to jump into advocacy for vulnerable populations. Born and raised in Weslaco, Pequeño said…
Read MoreDustin M. Sekula Library to Host Free Holly Jolly Winter Celebration Today at 6 pm!
Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library will host its annual Holly Jolly Winter Celebration on Wednesday, Dec. 18, at 6 p.m. The free event promises holiday fun for the entire family, including stories, games, arts and crafts, live performances, and photos with Santa. The event will also include a giveaway of free…
Read MoreAmerican Legion Post 408 Celebrates Renovations with County Support
Photo above: Hidalgo County Commissioner Ellie Torres, center, poses with members of American Legion Alfredo Gonzalez Post 408 celebrating the building renovations. Photo courtesy Hidalgo County. Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The American Legion Alfredo Gonzalez Post 408 marked the completion of its building renovations and a newly constructed parking lot during a ceremony on…
Read MoreEdinburg Police Unveil Advanced 911 Technology Enhancing Emergency Response
Staff Report Edinburg, Texas — The Edinburg Police Department has launched new 911 technology aimed at improving emergency responses and communication with the public. In collaboration with RGV911, the department has equipped dispatchers with video-calling and multilingual text-translation tools. The video-calling feature enables dispatchers to access live footage from callers’ cameras during emergencies. This allows…
Read MoreA school voucher program in Texas is more likely than ever. Can lawmakers craft a bill they agree on?
Photo above: Gov. Greg Abbott addresses the Texas House during the Opening Day of the 88th Texas Legislature at the Texas Capitol. School vouchers will have strong support in the Texas Legislature next year but some opponents hope proponents will fail to agree on the details of the proposed program. Credit: Bob Daemmrich for The Texas Tribune…
Read MoreTexas A&M Ranks First in Return on Investment Among Texas Public Universities
Staff Report COLLEGE STATION – Texas A&M University offers the highest return on investment (ROI) among Texas public universities, according to an analysis by the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity (FREOPP). The study, which assessed 53,000 degree and certificate programs nationwide, found that a Texas A&M bachelor’s degree delivers an average ROI of $861,725…
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