Posts by The Edinburg Advocate
Edinburg Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Two New Team Members
Photo above: New Edinburg Chamber of Commerce staff, at left, Brittany Sanchez, new Director of Membership, and right, Stacy Sanchez, new Events Coordinator Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce has announced the addition of Brittany Sanchez as Director of Membership and Stacy Sanchez as Events Coordinator, further strengthening its team as it…
Read MoreEdinburg to Host Two-Day Holiday Celebration: Miracle on McIntyre
Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – The City of Edinburg is ushering in the holiday season with the Miracle on McIntyre, a two-day celebration featuring festive activities for families and community members. The event includes a tree lighting ceremony, a holiday market, and the Night of Lights Parade, promising to bring seasonal cheer to the area. The…
Read MoreEdinburg Council Settles On Associate Municipal Judge Ordinance
By Arnoldo Mata The Edinburg City Council voted this week to approve an ordinance that would allow them to appoint associate municipal judges to alleviate the burden on the lone elected municipal judge. However, the Council did not appoint any one to the positions at this week’s meeting. During the discussion, Council Member Daniel “Dan”…
Read MorePolice Investigate Shooting, Burglary in Edinburg
Staff Report EDINBURG — Police are investigating a burglary and shooting that occurred Tuesday night at a residence on the 400 block of North 12th Street. Officers with the Edinburg Police Department responded to the scene around 10:30 p.m. after reports of an armed break-in. According to initial findings, four men dressed in dark clothing…
Read MoreHidalgo County Receives Certificate of Occupancy for New Courthouse
Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — Hidalgo County has received a Certificate of Occupancy for its new courthouse from the City of Edinburg, marking a significant step toward opening the facility to the public. The certificate ensures that the courthouse meets all structural and safety standards required for public use. “This has been a long time…
Read MoreEdinburg School Bus Involved in Accident; No Students on Board
Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — Authorities are investigating a collision involving an Edinburg CISD school bus and a pickup truck at the intersection of Rogers Road and McColl Road. The accident occurred at approximately 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024. No students were on board the bus at the time of the incident. However, the…
Read MoreEdinburg Prepares for 43rd Annual David Chavana 10K Run/Walk
Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — The City of Edinburg will host the 43rd Annual David Chavana 10K Run/Walk, the Rio Grande Valley’s largest 10K event, on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. The race will begin at 7:30 a.m. at the Edinburg Parks and Recreation Department, followed by a Fun Run at 10 a.m. Participants can also…
Read MoreRioPlex Member Responds to Proposed Tariff on Mexican Imports
By Staff Report In response to President-elect Donald Trump’s announced plan to impose a 25 percent tariff on Mexican imports, the RioPlex Initiative has expressed concern over the potential economic consequences of such a policy. “The RioPlex Initiative appreciates the intent by President-elect Donald Trump to aggressively confront the scourge of illegal drugs, particularly fentanyl,…
Read MoreVietnam veteran to share struggles and triumphs
By Pamela Morales, MOST History Communications EDINBURG, Texas — The Museum of South Texas History will host the Sunday Speaker Series presentation, “Fernando Alvarez Vietnam Story,” a documentary featuring Rio Grande Valley native Fernando Alvarez, at 2 p.m. Dec. 1. This half-hour documentary is a story of courage and emotions from the perspective of Alvarez,…
Read MoreSTC Biology, TAMUK carve out new careers
Pictured Left to Right: Alyssa Aguilar, Mark Reinitz, Larissa Reinitz, Nicolas Canales, Emanuel Martinez, Marian Salinas. STC’s biology department, in partnership with Texas A&M Kingsville, empowers students through the TEAM grant with scholarships, hands-on training and certifications for USDA careers. By Sara Reyna, STC Communications Partnering with Texas A&M-Kingsville (TAMUK) has brought a unique scholarship opportunity…
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