Edinburg Council Cuts Proposed Charter Amendment to End Term Limits

July 26, 2024

Arnoldo Mata EDINBURG, Texas – The Edinburg City Council last week removed a controversial proposal from a list of potential charter amendments. The proposal to eliminate term limits for council members was cut after significant opposition from community members during…

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Edinburg to Host Annual FridaFest Celebrating Art and Wellness

July 25, 2024

Arnoldo Mata EDINBURG, Texas – The City of Edinburg will host its annual FridaFest on July 27, transforming downtown Edinburg into a vibrant celebration of art and wellness. The event, held from 5:30 to 11 p.m., will take place at…

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City of Edinburg and Texas Folklife Announce Back-to-School Big Squeeze Finale Showcasing Grammy Award Winner Sunny Sauceda

July 23, 2024

Texas Folklife Communications Edinburg, TX—Texas Folklife is thrilled to announce the Back-to-School Big Squeeze Showcase Finale, hosted in the four-time All-America City of Edinburg, Texas. This event promises a spectacular end to summer.  Headlining the finale is none other than three-time Grammy…

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Edinburg Invites Public Input on Comprehensive Plan, Thursday, July 24 at 6 pm at City Hall

July 23, 2024

Image Credit: Created using DALL-E by OpenAI Staff Report EDINBURG, TX (July 24, 2024) — The City of Edinburg is seeking input from residents on its Comprehensive Plan, with a public meeting scheduled for July 24, 2024, at 6 p.m. The…

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As the Rio Grande runs dry, Edinburg and other South Texas cities look to alternatives for water

July 23, 2024

Photo above: A crew works on upgrading pipes and valves at a North Alamo Water Supply Corporation water plant in Donna on Thursday. In order to increase the amount of water the plant is able to distribute, pipes were upgraded,…

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Leadership Edinburg Invites Applicants for Class XXXVI

July 19, 2024

EDINBURG, TX (July 17, 2024) — The Leadership Edinburg (LE) steering committee is now accepting applications for LE Class XXXVI. This program offers a unique opportunity for future leaders and managers to develop essential skills that contribute to the growth and…

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Edinburg Chamber of Commerce Seeks Nominations for New Board Members

July 19, 2024

Photo above: Edinburg Chamber of Commerce 2023-2024. Photo courtesy of Edinburg Chamber of Commerce. From Staff Reports EDINBURG, TX, July 17, 2024 — The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is inviting nominations for a new board member position, offering a significant opportunity…

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Home Affordability Worsens in Hidalgo and Cameron Counties as Prices Surge

July 19, 2024

By Arnoldo Mata Edinburg, TX, July 19, 2024 — Home affordability in Hidalgo and Cameron counties declined significantly in the second quarter of 2024. Median home prices in the Rio Grande Valley surged, aligning with national trends of rising home…

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Edinburg Chamber unveils downtown art installation, aims to promote community and local business

July 16, 2024

By Maria Ruiz Edinburg Texas, July 16, 2024 — Downtown Edinburg is popping with color after an alleyway art installation debuted in early July.  A few blocks from the Hidalgo County Courthouse, at 312 E. Cano St. in Edinburg, lies…

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Edinburg Man Arraigned for Murder and Aggravated Assault

July 16, 2024

Staff Reports EDINBURG, TX – An Edinburg man was arraigned on charges of murder and aggravated assault following a fatal incident that began as a verbal altercation, authorities said. Luis Antonio Garza, 26, appeared before Justice of the Peace Charlie Espinoza…

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