American Legion Post 408 Celebrates Renovations with County Support

December 18, 2024

Photo above: Hidalgo County Commissioner Ellie Torres, center, poses with members of American Legion Alfredo Gonzalez Post 408 celebrating the building renovations. Photo courtesy Hidalgo County. Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The American Legion Alfredo Gonzalez Post 408 marked the…

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Edinburg Police Unveil Advanced 911 Technology Enhancing Emergency Response

December 18, 2024

Staff Report Edinburg, Texas — The Edinburg Police Department has launched new 911 technology aimed at improving emergency responses and communication with the public. In collaboration with RGV911, the department has equipped dispatchers with video-calling and multilingual text-translation tools. The…

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Edinburg native unmasked as UTRGV Vaquero mascot, Fall 2024  graduates

December 16, 2024

Photo above: As the UTRGV Fall 2024 commencement celebrations came to an end on Saturday, Dec. 14, the mystery of the Vaquero mascot’s identity was unveiled. The Vaquero hat came off, and a graduation cap took its place for UTRGV…

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Driver Transported After Single-Vehicle Rollover in Edinburg

December 13, 2024

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – Edinburg Police Department officers responded to a single-vehicle rollover accident this morning shortly before 8 a.m. on the 3600 block of N. 24th Avenue (Southbound Frontage). The sole occupant, a female driver, was transported to…

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Edinburg Police Department Earns National Recognition for National Night Out Program

December 11, 2024

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The Edinburg Police Department has been nationally recognized for its outstanding efforts in the National Night Out (NNO) program, securing 9th place in the 100,000-300,000 population category in a competition sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch. This…

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Rescheduled Miracle on McIntyre Set For Thursday, Dec. 12

December 11, 2024

Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – After responding to last week’s weather issues, the City of Edinburg rescheduled the Miracle on McIntyre, a celebration featuring festive activities for families and community members, for Thursday, Dec. 12. The event includes a tree lighting…

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Edinburg Police Department to Host Blue Santa Holiday Toy Giveaway

December 11, 2024

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The Edinburg Police Department will spread holiday cheer with its annual Blue Santa Toy Giveaway on Friday, December 13, 2024, at the Promenade Park Amphitheater, located at 201 W. McIntyre Street. From 6 p.m. to…

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Edinburg Fire Department Boosts Emergency Readiness with Thermal Imaging Technology

December 11, 2024

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The Edinburg Fire Department has enhanced its emergency response capabilities with the addition of six state-of-the-art thermal imaging cameras. The new equipment, funded by a $28,575 grant from the FY 2024-2025 Homeland Security Grant Program,…

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Edinburg Seeks Nominations for ‘Hometown of Heroes’ Half-Marathon Honorees

December 11, 2024

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The City of Edinburg is calling on residents to nominate local individuals who have made significant contributions to the community for recognition during the upcoming ‘Hometown of Heroes’ Half-Marathon. The event is set to take…

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Traffic Advisory: Road Closures Planned for Edinburg’s Night of Lights Parade

December 5, 2024

Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – The highly anticipated Night of Lights Parade will illuminate downtown Edinburg on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, bringing festive cheer and some temporary traffic changes to the area. Organized by the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and the…

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