Posts by The Edinburg Advocate
Edinburg Police Crack Two Separate Aggravated Robbery Cases
Photo above: Eric Reyes, accused of robbing a Xoom convenience store. Edinburg PD photo Edinburg, TX, May 26, 2023 – The Edinburg Police Department solved two unrelated cases of aggravated robbery. One involved the robbery of a convenience store on E. University Drive while the other a robbery at a convenience store on W. Monte…
Read MoreHidalgo County-STC Youth Leadership Academy to address poverty in South Texas
MCALLEN – Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez and South Texas College President Ricardo Solis signed a memorandum of understanding on Thursday that will form a unique partnership to create a Youth Leadership Academy aimed at training future generations of policymakers about the complexities of poverty and how to mitigate its effects locally. With initial funding…
Read MoreExperts predict “near-normal” 2023 hurricane season of 12 to 17 named storms
Phot above: After Hurricane Harvey, Houston residents survey their flooded neighborhood near Buffalo Bayou and the Barker Reservoir dam on Aug. 29, 2017. Credit: Michael Stravato for The Texas TribuneBy Emily Foxhall, The Texas Tribune May 25, 2023 — Texas and the rest of the Gulf and East coasts are most likely to see a “near-normal” hurricane…
Read MoreHidalgo County Precinct 4 and UT Health RGV held ribbon cutting ceremony for UT Health RGV AHEC Primary Care Annex Building
Edinburg TX, May 24, 2023 — Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Commissioner Ellie Torres and UT Health RGV hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to officially open the UT Health RGV AHEC Primary Care Annex Building. The ribbon cutting ceremony was held at the clinic location at 230 86th Street in Edinburg, Texas. “Since the grand opening…
Read MoreEdinburg PD unveils new look for patrol units
Decal features bold colors and an Edinburg PD patch Edinburg, TX, May 24, 2023 – The Edinburg Police Department is proud to announce that its patrol units will have a brand new look starting today. The sleek and modern design features a clean white background with a solid black font that enhances the visibility and…
Read MoreSmall Business Administration opens two Disaster Loan Outreach Centers in Hidalgo County
EDINBURG, May 24, 2023 – Starting today, the Small Business Administration (SBA) will offer assistance to residents at two Disaster Loan Outreach Centers in Hidalgo County. The centers are located in McAllen and Palmview, and will open for business beginning at 1 p.m. today. Residents can visit the Old Church Winery (700 N. Main St. in…
Read MoreEdinburg Chamber to Host Power Punch at Lunch Networking Event Featuring South Texas Health System Clinics
EDINBURG, TX, May 24, 2024 – The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce its upcoming networking event, Power Punch at Lunch, presented by South Texas Health System Clinics. This event will provide an excellent opportunity for local businesses and professionals to expand their network while gaining valuable insights into the field of occupational…
Read MoreEdinburg PD to host Movies with a Cop
First screening will be held June 2 Edinburg, TX, May 24, 2023 — The Edinburg Police Department is excited to announce the launch of their summer community initiative, Movies with a Cop, aimed at fostering positive relationships between law enforcement and the local community. This series of outdoor movie screenings will provide families with a…
Read MoreCity of Edinburg recognized for community engagement at UTRGV
Edinburg, TX – The City of Edinburg is proud to announce its recognition by the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) for its exceptional contributions as a community engagement partner. This prestigious recognition was presented to city leaders at the UTRGV Community Engagement and Student Success Building, on Thursday, May 18, at 10 a.m.…
Read MoreUPDATE: Man Threatens ‘Suicide by Cop,” Charges Released
UPDATED MAY 22, 2023 Edinburg TX Edinburg Police today released information on the arrest of a man who had allegedly threatened to end his life in a “suicide by cop” scenario after barricading himself in an empty home. The suspect, 36-year old Christopher Rodriguez faced a number of new charges on top of existing warrants.…
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