Posts by The Edinburg Advocate
Edinburg Native One of 3 Outstanding Seniors Honored By Texas A&M Foundation Board of Trustees
Juliette Jimenez ’22 named recipient of the 2023 Trustees’ Outstanding Student Award. By Dorian Martin ‘06 The Texas A&M Foundation Board of Trustees honored Juliette Jimenez ’22, Emily Orr ’23 and Grace Vaughn ’23 as recipients of the Foundation’s highest student award, the Trustees’ Outstanding Student Award. These students, who have excelled academically and as student…
Read MoreSales Tax Holidays for Water-Efficient and ENERGY STAR® Products Set for May 27-29
(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is reminding families and businesses that they can save on the purchase of certain water- and energy-efficient products during the state’s Water-Efficient Products and ENERGY STAR® sales tax holidays. The holidays, created by the Texas Legislature, both take place Saturday, May 27, through Monday, May 29. The Texas Comptroller’s office estimates shoppers…
Read MoreUTRGV RCVCOBE professor helps design curriculum for Amazon Small Business Academy
Photo above: UTRGV business professor Derek Abrams was recruited in March 2023 by the Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization (CEO), to help to design a new curriculum for Amazon Small Business Academy (ASBA). (UTRGV courtesy photo) Visit https://www.smallbusiness.amazon/ to learn more about the new program. By Amanda L. Alaniz Edinburg TX– May 19, 2023 – In March 2023, UTRGV…
Read MoreEdinburg to host Joint Regional Hurricane Preparedness Press Conference May 22
Edinburg, TX, May 19, 2023 – With hurricane season quickly approaching, the City of Edinburg, in conjunction with the Texas Division of Emergency Management, Hidalgo County, Texas A&M Agri-Life, and the cities of McAllen, Mission, Pharr, and Weslaco, will host a Joint Regional Hurricane Preparedness Press Conference on Monday, May 22 at Edinburg City Hall…
Read MoreEdinburg Emerges As A Prime Destination For National Chains
Photo above: Seven Brew is in the process of finishing out its newest locations in Edinburg. Total investment in Edinburg is more than 5 million in recent months. Photo credit: City of Edinburg Edinburg, TX , May 18, 2023– The City of Edinburg is experiencing an extraordinary surge in business activity as national chains recognize…
Read MoreEdinburg Holds Veterans Resource Fair May 18
EDINBURG, TX – The library will be hosting a Veterans Resource Fair on Thursday, May 18th,2023 at 6 PM. The Veteran Resource Fair provides Veterans and their families with information to various veteran specific programs and resources. Brought to you by the Veterans Land Board (VLB.) For more information, contact the library at (956) 383-6246.
Read MoreWhere the Money Flows
By: Dr. M. Ray Perryman Federal funds directly support individuals and businesses across Texas. In 2022, nearly $277.6 billion was spent in the state by various agencies. That’s down from $349.7 billion in 2021 and $321.0 billion in 2020, when assorted COVID-19 stimulus packages were in place. The last year of pre-pandemic data indicates $206.8…
Read MoreVendor Applications Now Open for Texas Cook’Em High Steaks in Edinburg
Edinburg, Texas, May 16, 2023 – The Texas Cook’Em High Steaks in Edinburg is back, and now accepting vendor applications for the 2023 event. This year’s cook-off promises to be bigger and better than ever, with live music, delicious food, and fun activities for the whole family. The Texas Cook’Em High Steaks BBQ Cook-off and…
Read MoreEdinburg Cardboard Regatta Launches This Friday At Municipal Pool
Edinburg, TX, May 16, 2023 – Let your dreams set sail! Edinburg Parks and Recreation is hosting the 7th Annual Cardboard Regatta competition, which promises to be an exhilarating experience for participants and spectators alike. This unique event will take place on Friday, May 19, at 5:45 p.m. at the Edinburg Municipal Pool and aims…
Read MoreEdinburg Offering Sandbags Today and Tomorrow
The City of Edinburg will hold a sandbag distribution today, May 12, from 1PM-7PM and on Saturday, May 13 from 8AM-12PM at the Edinburg Service Center, located at 1201 North Doolittle Road. There is a limit of 6 bags per household and 8 bags per business, while supplies last. Residents must live inside Edinburg city…
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