Edinburg celebrates 10th annual film festival with South Texas talent, spotlights mental health awareness with Best South Texas Film 

September 24, 2024

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. …

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Edinburg Council Approves $164.5M Balanced 2024-25 Budget, Keeps Same Tax Rate

September 20, 2024

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…

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Edinburg Chamber to Host Luncheon on Business Valuations

September 17, 2024

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.…

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Nuestra Herencia Dance Concert Celebrates Hispanic Heritage MonthStaff Report

September 12, 2024

Staff Report EDINBURG — The City of Edinburg’s Cultural Arts Department will present the Nuestra Herencia dance concert on Saturday, Sept. 21, at 7:30 p.m. at the Edinburg Municipal Auditorium, located at 200 N. 7th Ave. The event will feature Edinburg’s Conceptos…

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Shoppes at McColl Expanding in Edinburg, Bringing Jobs and New Businesses

September 7, 2024

Staff Report EDINBURG – The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) and the City of Edinburg have announced the expansion of the Shoppes at McColl, a 12,300-square-foot shopping plaza located at 1816 S. McColl Rd. The expansion introduces a variety of…

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South Texas International Film Festival Announces Annual 48-Hour Film Race for 2024

August 15, 2024

Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — The South Texas International Film Festival (STXIFF) is set to launch its 2024 48-Hour Film Race, beginning on Friday, August 30 at 6 p.m. The event invites filmmakers from Hidalgo, Starr, Willacy, and Cameron Counties…

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Edinburg to Host 4th Annual 9/11 Remembrance Run/Walk

August 15, 2024

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX — The City of Edinburg will hold its 4th Annual 9/11 Patriot Day of Remembrance 5K Memorial Run/Walk on Saturday, September 7, 2024, in honor of the sacrifices made by first responders on September 11, 2001.…

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Leadership Program Seeks Aspiring Leaders; Recruitment Mixer Set For Aug. 28

August 14, 2024

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is inviting aspiring leaders to attend the Leadership Edinburg Program’s Recruitment Mixer for the 2025 class. Scheduled for August 28, 2024, the event will be held at the Edinburg Chamber…

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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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