Community Celebrates Ribbon Cutting For Eastside Soccer Park

Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Com. Ellie Torres Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Eastside Soccer Park EDINBURG,TX, June 15, 2023 – Hidalgo County Precinct 4, Commissioner Ellie Torres hosted the successful ribbon cutting ceremony for the newly constructed Eastside Soccer Park, held Wednesday, June 14, 2023. The event marked an exciting milestone in Com. Torres’ commitment to promote…

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La Sienna Apartments to Host Ribbon-Cutting in Edinburg

Total investment in Edinburg is $40 million Edinburg, Texas, June 15, 2023 – The official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the highly anticipated La Sienna Apartments is set to take place in Edinburg on today, June 15. In partnership with the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce, the event will begin at 11 a.m. at 3800 La Sienna Parkway in…

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Edinburg Donut War Heats Up

Photo above — The new Dunkin’ will be opening soon at 1706 W University Dr. Ste G in Edinburg. Photo courtesy Edinburg Economic Development Corporation. Edinburg TX, June 14, 2023 — What’s your favorite donut? Glazed? Chocolate covered? Stuffed with delicious fillings? Special flavor? Get ready to be glazed over with new options. The Edinburg…

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Edinburg School Overcrowding Leads to Proposed Elementary Rezoning, Possible New Schools

Photo above — Screen capture of proposed rezoning. Dr. Anthony Garza, at bottom right, presents to the ECISD Board on proposed rezoning for 12 elementaries. Edinburg TX, June 14, 2023 — As Edinburg CISD’s student population continues to grow, overcrowding has grown at certain campuses, leading to proposed rezoning to shift student populations. However, rezoning…

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Edinburg to host 30th Annual Juneteenth Celebration This Saturday

Edinburg, Texas, June 13, 2023 – The City of Edinburg invites the community to its 30th annual Juneteenth Celebration, an event showcasing the rich Black heritage of the Rio Grande Valley on Saturday, June 17, 2023. This year’s Juneteenth celebration theme is “Discovering Our Roots.” Guests will enjoy captivating exhibits, inspiring speakers, and soul-stirring musical…

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San Carlos UTRGV School of Medicine student and father balances both roles 

Photo above — Hector Trejo, a UTRGV School of Medicine third-year medical student, encourages other medical school applicants to stay strong and motivated. Medical school, community and fatherhood are difficult to juggle, he says, but none is burdensome. (Courtesy photo) By Saira Cabrera Edinburg Texas, June 12, 2023 – For Hector Trejo, a third-year UTRGV School…

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Edinburg CISD Alumni Spotlight: Kat Lozano

Edinburg, TX, June 12, 2023 – Kat Lozano is a talented actor known for her exceptional voice-acting skills. Born and raised in Edinburg, Texas, she graduated from Edinburg North High School in 2003. After completing high school, Kat pursued further education and training at Oklahoma City University. The Edinburg Advocate: Your best source for Edinburg CISD & Education News…

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Highway Construction Worker Killed In Vehicle Accident On I-69

Edinburg TX, June 12, 2023 — A Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) subcontractor was killed last night while working on construction on I-69. The victim was not identified as of this morning. The Edinburg Advocate: Your best source for Edinburg City News On Sunday, June 11, 2023 at about 6:40 p.m., Edinburg PD officers responded to an…

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