Posts by The Edinburg Advocate
U.S. News and World Report: UTRGV No. 1 in Texas public universities for social mobility, helping students graduate and improve their economic standing
By UTRGV News & Media Relations RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS – SEPT. 24, 2024 – When it comes to transforming the lives of its students, UTRGV stands as the top institution in Texas, according to the 2025 U.S. News and World Report college rankings. U.S. News ranked UTRGV No. 1 among Texas public universities for social…
Read MoreJosh Abbott Band to Headline Texas Cook’Em High Steaks Event in Edinburg
Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — The Texas Cook’Em High Steaks event is set to return on October 12, 2024, at Ebony Hills Golf Course, offering a full day of food, music, and entertainment. The Josh Abbott Band will headline the evening concert, bringing their signature Texas country sound to the stage. Tejano groups Intenso and…
Read More48-Hour Film Race winners end the night at South Texas International Film Festival
Photo above: At left, Sylvia Vera and her husband Samuel Leaños accept the Best 48-Hour Film on Saturday, September 14, 2024. At right, Edinburg Film Friendly winner Dalia Bouchée gives her acceptance speech at the Edinburg Arts Cultural Entertainment Center on Saturday, September 14, 2024. By Maria Ruiz, The Edinburg Advocate Edinburg, Texas — Labor Day weekend, 40…
Read MoreEdinburg celebrates 10th annual film festival with South Texas talent, spotlights mental health awareness with Best South Texas Film
Photo above: At left, Alondra Gonzalez accepts the Best South Texas Actor award. At right, Gerard Scot Johnson Jr. accepts the Best South Texas Actor award on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at the Edinburg ACE building. Photos by Maria Ruiz/Edinburg Advocate. By Maria Ruiz Edinburg Texas — The 10th Annual South Texas International Film Festival highlighted local…
Read MoreSheriff Arrests Staff Nurse for Medication Theft at Detention Center; Booked Into Detention Center
Staff Report EDINBURG — The Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 48-year-old Jaime Mata, a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) employed at the Hidalgo County Adult Detention Center, following an investigation into the theft of prescribed medication from inmates. The investigation began after reports of discrepancies in medication management at the detention center. During the probe,…
Read MoreEdinburg Council Approves $164.5M Balanced 2024-25 Budget, Keeps Same Tax Rate
Staff Report EDINBURG — The Edinburg City Council unanimously approved a balanced budget totaling $164,509,351 for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, reaffirming the city’s commitment to financial stability, infrastructure improvements, and community-driven growth. Adopted during a September 17 meeting, the budget maintains the property tax rate at $0.6300 per $100 of assessed valuation, the lowest recorded…
Read MoreHidalgo County Launches Uniform Drought Conservation Plan
Photo above: Falcon Dam reservoir, courtesy Texas Parks and Wildlife. Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – Hidalgo County officials convened on Wednesday with over 30 representatives from municipalities and water districts to initiate a region-wide uniform drought contingency plan. The meeting, held at the Mission Event Center, marked a significant effort to establish standardized drought triggers…
Read MoreDPS Offers Saturday Driver License Appointments in September
Staff Report AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is offering Saturday appointments at select driver license offices across the state through the end of September. Offices in various regions of Texas will be open for half days each Saturday to accommodate additional customers who need to renew or replace their driver licenses…
Read MoreEdinburg Chamber to Host Luncheon on Business Valuations
Staff Report The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce will host a Public Affairs Luncheon focusing on business and valuations on Sept. 19, 2024. The event, featuring representatives from the Hidalgo County Appraisal District, will run from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. This installment of the Public Affairs Series: Business & Valuations will include a forum with…
Read MoreClimate, Complexity, and Capacity
Dr. M. Ray Perryman The Permian Basin of Texas and New Mexico is one of the largest sources of oil and natural gas in the world and the primary reason that the US is now the leading country in production. Moreover, it helps ensure the energy security of the United States and our allies during…
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