Posts by The Edinburg Advocate
Edinburg Police Remind Drivers of School Bus Stop Laws
Edinburg, School Bus Safety, Edinburg Police Department, Traffic Safety, Back to School Staff Report Edinburg TX – The Edinburg Police Department is reminding drivers that school buses return to the roads next week and urging motorists to help keep students safe. According to the department, drivers should slow down in school zones, stop for flashing red…
Read MoreSTC Dual Credit Alumna Leads Fight Against Disease Outbreaks in Hidalgo County as Lead Epidemiologist
Photo Caption: South Texas College Dual Credit alumna Amy Gonzalez serves as lead epidemiologist for Hidalgo County, where she leads efforts to investigate diseases, respond to health threats and educate the community. Photo courtesy STC Communications. Selene Rodriguez, STC Communications Hidalgo County TX – From investigating outbreaks and identifying health threats to educating the community, South…
Read MoreSekula Library to Host Open Mic Night Aug. 18
Edinburg, Open Mic Night, Sekula Library, Women’s RGV Poet Society, Poetry, Music Staff Report Edinburg TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library will host an Open Mic Night on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, at 6 p.m., in partnership with the Women’s RGV Poet Society. The event is free to the public and open to all…
Read MoreEdinburg City Council to Hold Budget Work Session, Regular Meeting Aug. 18
Edinburg, Budget, City Council, Tax Rate, MedCare EMS, Rezoning, Aviation Day Staff Report Edinburg TX – The Edinburg City Council will hold a budget work session followed by its regular meeting on Aug. 18 at City Hall Council Chambers, 415 West University Dr. Budget Work Session The work session begins at noon. Ascencion Alonzo, director of…
Read MoreSTC 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,…
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