Posts by The Edinburg Advocate
Tragic Drowning Incident at Apartment Pool
Edinburg, TX — On Friday, May 17, 2024, shortly before 5 p.m., Edinburg Police Department officers responded to a call at 1415 W. Freddy Gonzalez Dr. concerning a 6-year-old boy found unresponsive in an apartment complex pool. Upon arrival, officers immediately initiated chest compressions in an effort to resuscitate the child. Emergency Medical Services (EMS)…
Read MoreUPDATED: Teen Detained in Edinburg Shooting Incident
Edinburg, TX — On Sunday, May 19, 2024, shortly after 6 p.m., officers from the Edinburg Police Department responded to a shooting incident on the 600 block of Pin Oak Drive. Upon arrival, officers discovered the victim, 43-year-old Alvi Aristegui Puyg, deceased from a gunshot wound. Through their investigation, officers detained 17-year-old Alberto Quintana, who…
Read MoreEdinburg to Host Joint Regional Hurricane Preparedness Conference
Edinburg, TX — As hurricane season approaches, the City of Edinburg, in collaboration with Hidalgo County and the cities of McAllen, Mission, Pharr, and Weslaco, will hold a Joint Regional Hurricane Preparedness Press Conference on Friday, May 31, at 10 a.m. at Edinburg City Hall. This collaborative effort aims to provide residents with essential information…
Read MoreEdinburg Fire Department Donates Safety Equipment to Mexican Cities
Edinburg, TX — In a gesture of international cooperation and support, the Edinburg Fire Department is set to donate essential firefighting equipment to two Mexican cities, Valle Hermoso in Tamaulipas and Abasolo in Nuevo León. The presentation ceremony will take place on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. This donation aims to provide vital life-saving resources to…
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Dr. M. Ray Perryman Even as oil and natural gas production in Texas and the United States have been increasing rapidly, new data from the US Energy Information Administration indicates that proved reserves are also hitting record highs. Basically, we’re finding new reserves faster than we can extract them from the ground. Proved reserves are…
Read MoreSTC Culinary Art introduces new associate degree track
Photo Above: South Texas College Culinary Arts has introduced a new program – Restaurant Management, to align with industry needs, which include more highly-skilled leaders, managers. By Amanda Sotelo Edinburg, Texas, January 31, 2024 — Il Forno Brands owner and long-time South Texas College Culinary Arts partner Jaime Muriel said anyone can be a great cook,…
Read MoreRanch Fest Celebrates South Texas Ranch Culture and History
Staff Report Edinburg, TX, February 8, 2024 — Edinburg is gearing up for a day filled with ranch life and cultural immersion as the Museum of South Texas History hosts the 9th Annual Ranch Fest on Saturday, February 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event promises a unique blend of educational demonstrations, engaging activities,…
Read More9th Annual Young Hearts Matter Event to Address Teen Dating Violence Prevention
Staff Report Edinburg, TX, January 29, 2024 — In a concerted effort to raise awareness about teen dating violence prevention, Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney Toribio “Terry” Palacios is set to host the 9th Annual Young Hearts Matter Teen Dating Violence Prevention event. Collaborating with Region One ESC and the Texas Council on Family Violence, the…
Read MoreEdinburg PD Thwarts Terroristic Threat at Children’s Hospital – Suspect Apprehended
Staff Report Edinburg, TX, January 28, 2024 — A potential threat was swiftly neutralized by Edinburg Police Department (PD) officers on Saturday, January 27, 2024, just before 10 a.m., when they responded to a terroristic threat at 1102 West Trenton Road, home to Edinburg Regional Children’s Hospital. The incident unfolded as officers received a report indicating…
Read MoreEdinburg PD Arrests Two For Aggravated Robbery
Staff Report Edinburg, TX, January 28, 2024 – Edinburg Police arrested two Edinburg residents accused to assaulting several individuals on Saturday. In response to a distress call on Saturday, January 27, 2024, around 8 a.m., Edinburg Police Department (PD) officers intervened in a reported aggravated robbery at 4221 S. Raul Longoria Road, housing a Dollar Tree…
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