Posts by The Edinburg Advocate
UTRGV College of Engineering and Computer Science Receives Approval for New Ph.D. Program in Computer Science
Photo above: UTRGV President Guy Bailey and university leaders addressed the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board today in Austin as the group moved forward with the approval of the second Ph.D. degree for the College of Engineering and Computer Science. The new Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science with Interdisciplinary Applications will offer rigorous, fundamental…
Read MoreSiggno and Jennifer Peña Headline ‘Cásate Conmigo’ Tour at 55th Annual Fiesta Edinburg
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – January 26, 2024 — Edinburg, Texas is abuzz with excitement as the 55th Annual Fiesta Edinburg makes its grand return, thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce (ECC), the City of Edinburg, and Bert Ogden Fiesta Dealerships. Scheduled to unfold from February 29 to March 3, 2024,…
Read MoreEdinburg Chamber of Commerce To Host Financial Literacy Workshop for 2024
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – January 26, 2024 — The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is set to host a dynamic financial literacy seminar, titled “Get Financially Fit in 2024,” aimed at empowering individuals on their financial journey. Presented by Juan Antonio Gauna of New York Life and James Tafolla of Northwestern Mutual Financial Services, this event…
Read MoreEdinburg Police Apprehend Robbery Suspect, Seek Public Assistance in Locating Second Culprit
Photo above: Jesse Collet is the second suspect in an robbery investigation. Staff report Edinburg, TX, January 26, 2024 — In a late-night response to a reported robbery on January 15, 2024, Edinburg Police Department (PD) officers engaged in an investigation that led to the arrest of one suspect and the identification of another. The incident…
Read MoreDeadline for paying Property Taxes is January 31st
Staff Report Edinburg, Texas, January 26, 2024 –January 31, 2024, is the last day that the 2023 Taxes may be paid without penalties and interest. Mailed payments are considered timely if postmarked by January 31, 2024. The Hidalgo County Tax Assessor’s Office business hours are weekdays from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the following locations: EDINBURG MAIN…
Read MoreEdinburg Introduces ‘Modest’ Utility Rate Adjustment for Infrastructure Upgrades
Staff Report Edinburg, TX, January 25, 2024 — The City of Edinburg announced its decision to implement an adjustment in utility rates, marking the first change in over a decade. The new rates are scheduled to take effect on March 1, 2024, as part of an effort to support essential infrastructure improvements crucial for the city’s…
Read MoreMuseum of South Texas History to Host Presentation on Palm Care and Maintenance
Staff Report Edinburg, TX, September 23, 2023 — The Museum of South Texas History will feature Chuck Malloy from the Palm Society of South Texas in its upcoming Sunday Speaker Series presentation, “Palm Care and Maintenance,” scheduled for January 28 at 2 p.m. The event will take place in the Courtyard Gallery and is open…
Read MoreEdinburg Chamber of Commerce Unveils Plans for the 55th Annual Fiesta Edinburg Celebration
Staff Reports Edinburg, TX, January 23, 2024 — The city of Edinburg is gearing up for a spectacular celebration as the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce announces the return of the 55th Annual Fiesta Edinburg! This family-oriented festival, steeped in the rich history of Edinburg as the county seat, promises a joyous experience for attendees with…
Read MoreHere’s what Texans need to know about the new FAFSA to get aid for college
Photo above: Early College High school juniors listen to a presentation on college applications at the Austin Community College’s Round Rock campus on May 5, 2023. Credit: Leila Saidane/The Texas Tribune By Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune Jan. 23, 2024 The launch of the revamped federal application to receive aid for college pushed this year’s filing deadlines,…
Read MoreEdinburg To Open Schools Later, County Also to Open Later, Warming Center Opens
Staff Reports Edinburg, TX, January 12, 2024 – City, school and county offices are preparing for this week’s expected freezing temperatures. Edinburg schools will start Tuesday’s classes later than normal, and Hidalgo County offices will also open later. The National Weather Service has issued a freeze warning from 5 a.m. to 10 a.m. Tuesday with temperatures…
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