Looking Back

January 10, 2024

Dr. M. Ray Perryman January 10, 2023 As I’ve said before, one of the most striking characteristics the US economy demonstrated in 2023 was resilience. Texas set a blazing growth pace for the year, though things slowed a bit toward…

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South Texas International Film Festival Opens Submissions for Its 10th Annual Event

December 18, 2023

From Staff Reports Edinburg, TX, Dec. 18, 2023 — The City of Edinburg announced that the 10th Annual South Texas International Film Festival (STXIFF) is now accepting submissions for its 2024 edition, scheduled to take place from September 11-14, 2024. This…

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Edinburg Teams Up with Consultants to Boost Retail Growth

December 18, 2023

From Staff Reports Edinburg, Texas – December 16, 2023 — In a strategic move to bolster its retail sector, Edinburg, Texas, proudly announces a collaboration with Retail Strategies, a prominent retail consulting firm. The partnership aims to spearhead and amplify retail…

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Edinburg Chamber Celebrates Leaders at Installation & Awards Banquet

December 5, 2023

Staff Reports Edinburg, TX, Dec. 5, 2023 — The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce honored Sam Saldivar and Sabrina Walker-Hernandez as its 2023 Man and Woman of the Year at the Annual Installation & Awards Banquet in November. The event, held at…

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Edinburg Chamber of Commerce Partners with American Express for Small Business Saturday

November 14, 2023

Edinburg, TX, November 25, 2023 — The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce announced a collaboration with American Express for Small Business Saturday on November 25, 2023. The partnership seeks to support the local business community during the holiday season. On the designated…

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Family Fortunes

November 13, 2023

Dr. M. Ray Perryman, November 08, 2023 Every three years, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System releases results of the Survey of Consumer Finances. The Survey looks at family income, net worth, debt, and other indicators of…

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Fueling the Future

October 30, 2023

Dr. M. Ray Perryman, October 25, 2023 The US Energy Information Administration recently released its long-term projections for global fuel demand. The International Energy Outlook 2023 (IEO2023) looks at long-term energy trends across the world through 2050. It includes seven…

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Edinburg Chamber Now Accepting 2023 Man & Woman of the Year Nominations

October 24, 2023

Edinburg Texas, Oct. 24, 2023 — The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce it is now accepting nominations for the highly anticipated 2022 Man & Woman of the Year Award. The winners will be recognized at the Annual…

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Edinburg Chamber Looking For Director of Special Events

October 24, 2023

Edinburg, Texas, Oct. 24, 2023 — The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking a Director of Special Events. This individuals role is to coordinate all of the Chamber’s special events and programs, ensuring they meet and exceed expectations. Among…

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Edinburg named Most Affordable College Town by WalletHub

October 24, 2023

Edinburg, TX, Oct. 24, 2023 – The City of Edinburg, the proud home of the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, has clinched the prestigious title of “Most Affordable College Town” in the United States, according to WalletHub’s “Best College Towns and…

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