Posts by The Edinburg Advocate
STC launches new Plumbing Technician program
Photo Caption: The Center for Advanced Training and Apprenticeships (CATA) at South Texas College launches its first-ever Plumbing Technician Program this fall, a 242-hour workforce training program that will provide students with entry-level construction and plumbing skills. Photo courtesy STC Communications. Joey Gomez, STC Communications McAllen, TEXAS – Eligible students can prepare for an in-demand career in…
Read MoreSouth Texas College Extends Hours at Three Campuses for Fall 2026 Registration
South Texas College, STC, fall registration, Pecan Campus, Mid-Valley Campus, Starr County Campus, extended hours Staff Report McAllen TX – South Texas College will offer extended hours at its Pecan, Mid-Valley, and Starr County campuses to assist students with fall 2026 registration on the following dates: Source – South Texas College
Read MoreEdinburg Parks and Recreation to Host 6th Annual Triathlon Aug. 16
Edinburg, Parks and Recreation, triathlon, Edinburg Municipal Pool, swimming, cycling, running, competitive, recreation Staff Report Edinburg TX – The City of Edinburg Parks and Recreation Department will host its 6th Annual Triathlon on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026, beginning at 7:30 a.m. at the Edinburg Municipal Pool, 125 E. Mark S. Peña Dr. The registration fee is…
Read MoreEdinburg Parks and Recreation Opens Registration for After School Program
Edinburg, Parks and Recreation, After School Program, children, registration Staff Report Edinburg TX – The City of Edinburg Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting registrations for its After School Program, running Aug. 17, 2026, through May 7, 2027, at the Recreation Center, 315 Mark S. Peña Dr. The program is open to children ages 6…
Read MoreTODAY: Edinburg Building Safety Department to Host Building Codes Town Hall for Contractors Aug. 12
Edinburg, Edinburg Building Safety Department, building codes, International Fire Code, National Electrical Code, contractors, subcontractors, town hall Staff Report Edinburg TX – The Edinburg Building Safety Department will host a town hall meeting for contractors and subcontractors on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to noon at City Hall Council Chambers, 415 W. University Dr.…
Read MoreEdinburg Chamber of Commerce Accepting Applications for Leadership Edinburg Class 38
Edinburg, Leadership Edinburg, Edinburg Chamber of Commerce, professional development, emerging leaders, community leadership Staff Report Edinburg TX – The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for Leadership Edinburg Class 38, a nine-month professional development program for emerging leaders in the Edinburg community. The application deadline is Monday, Aug. 10, 2026. The program offers monthly sessions,…
Read MoreDustin M. Sekula Memorial Library Announces August Adult Program Schedule
Edinburg, Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library, adult programs, Texas A&M AgriLife, PVA&M, Tai Chi, Open Mic Night, Patriots Day, Library and Cultural Arts Staff Report Edinburg TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library has released its August 2026 adult program schedule, featuring weekly cooking and life skills sessions, crafting, senior wellness, open mic night, and…
Read MoreEdinburg Author Rey Banda Earns Distinguished Favorite Honor at NYC Big Book Award
Edinburg, Rey Banda, The Sons and The Stars, NYC Big Book Award, children’s book, local author, Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library Staff Report Edinburg TX – Edinburg author Rey A. Banda has earned a Distinguished Favorite designation in the Children’s Inspirational category at the 2025 NYC Big Book Award for his book “The Sons and The…
Read MoreDustin M. Sekula Memorial Library Offers August Teen and Tween Program Schedule
Edinburg, Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library, Teen and Tween Program, UTRGV Mathematics and Science Academy, Cricut, STEAM, Library and Cultural Arts Staff Report Edinburg TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library will offer three hands-on programs for teens and tweens ages 11 to 18 during August 2026 at 1906 S. Closner Blvd., Edinburg. No registration…
Read MoreEdinburg Fire Department to Host Sparky’s Back to School Bash Aug. 11
Edinburg, Edinburg Fire Department, Sparky’s Back to School Bash, Promenade Park Amphitheater, ACE Building, Mike’s Barber School, back to school, free event, family Staff Report Edinburg TX – The Edinburg Fire Department will host Sparky’s Back to School Bash on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, at the Promenade Park Amphitheater, 201 W. McIntyre St. The event is…
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