Posts by The Edinburg Advocate
Edinburg Seeks Young Performers for Missoula Children’s Theatre Production
Staff Report EDINBURG TX — The City of Edinburg will host open auditions for the Missoula Children’s Theatre production of Alice in Wonderland on Monday, April 7, 2025. Auditions are scheduled from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Edinburg Arts, Culture, and Events (ACE) Center. Students from kindergarten through 12th grade are encouraged to arrive by…
Read MoreSan Carlos to Host 26th Annual Kite Fun Fly Festival on March 22
Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — The 26th Annual San Carlos Kite Fun Fly Festival is set to take place on March 22, 2025, offering a morning of family-friendly activities, kite flying, and community festivities. The event will be held at the San Carlos Endowment Center, located at 107 North Sunflower in Edinburg. The kite fun…
Read MoreEdinburg CISD Named Texas Honor Roll District for 10th Consecutive Year
Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — The Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District has been named a Texas Honor Roll School District for the 10th year in a row, with 14 campuses earning individual recognition. The annual Honor Roll, presented by Educational Results Partnership (ERP), is part of the national Campaign for Business and Education Excellence. The…
Read MoreSouth Texas Junior Olympics Set for April in Edinburg
Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — The South Texas Junior Olympics will bring young boxing talent from across the region to Edinburg for a weekend of competition from April 25-27. The event will be held at the Edinburg Parks and Recreation Center, located at 315 Mark S. Pena Drive. Spectators can watch as youth athletes compete…
Read MoreEdinburg to Host Public Hearing on Community Development Block Grant ProgramStaff Report
Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — The City of Edinburg will hold a public hearing later this month to gather community input on the use of federal funds for local development projects. The hearing is scheduled for March 27 at 5:30 p.m. at the Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library, located at 1906 South Closner Blvd. City…
Read More“I can see clearly now…” UTRGV expert highlights the importance of eye exams for lifelong vision health
Photo above: Dr. Lorena Flores-Hernandez, optometrist and glaucoma specialist at UT Health RGV, recommends regular eye exams to catch vision problems early and prevent serious conditions like glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. She says that clear vision can be life-changing, improving daily activities, work performance, and overall quality of life. (UTRGV Photo) March is Save Your…
Read MoreEdinburg Council Moves Forward on Downtown Parking Garage, Sets $6.2M Budget Limit
Arnoldo Mata EDINBURG, Texas — The Edinburg City Council has advanced plans for a downtown parking garage, deciding to start negotiations with the top contractor and setting a firm budget limit of $6.2 million as part of the design-build process. “This item is for the downtown parking garage. We did go through a design-build process,” said…
Read MoreEdinburg EDC Seeks Assistant Executive DirectorStaff Report
Staff Report EDINBURG TX — The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Executive Director. This role is integral to the EDC’s mission of fostering economic growth and development within the city. Key Responsibilities: Qualifications: Application Process: Interested individuals can apply through the City of Edinburg’s employment portal…
Read MoreYouth Rodeo Series Set for May 10 in Edinburg
Photo: DRH Cattle Company. Staff Report EDINBURG TX — The DRH Cattle Company will host its Youth Rodeo Saddle Series on May 10 at the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Posse Arena in Edinburg. The event will feature speed, roping, and bull riding competitions for young contestants across various age divisions. Books will open at 1 p.m.,…
Read MoreSecond Suspect Arrested in Edinburg Intoxication Assault and Racing Case
Photo above: Jorge Hugo Contreras was arraigned on racing charges. Photo courtesy Edinburg Police Department. Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — Edinburg police have arrested a second suspect in connection with a major rollover crash and suspected street racing incident that occurred early March 16, leaving a passenger injured. Investigators identified the driver of a second…
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