Edinburg Parks & Recreation Releases Fall/Winter Activity Guide

September 23, 2025

Staff ReportEDINBURG, TX — Residents looking for seasonal fun and family-friendly activities can now explore the City of Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department’s Fall 2025 / Winter 2026 Activity Guide. The guide highlights upcoming programs, special events, and recreational opportunities for all…

Forum to Spotlight Edinburg Mayoral Candidates Ahead of November Election

September 23, 2025

Staff ReportEDINBURG, TX – Voters will have a chance to hear directly from candidates running for Edinburg mayor during a public forum scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 6:30 p.m. at the Edinburg Municipal Auditorium, 200 N. 7th Ave. The event, hosted by Futuro…

Edinburg Police Arrest Driver After Vehicle Strikes Light Pole, Knocks Down Power Lines

September 22, 2025

Staff ReportEDINBURG, TX — A 29-year-old man was arrested early Saturday after a crash that brought down power lines and temporarily closed a roadway, police said. Officers were called around 6:35 a.m. Sept. 20 to Freddy Gonzalez Drive and Ann Street,…

Edinburg Fire Stoppers Festival Returns Oct. 3

September 21, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The Edinburg Fire Department is inviting families to its 33rd Annual Fire Stoppers Festival, a free community event celebrating fire safety and local first responders. The festival will take place Friday, Oct. 3, from 6…

Birding Walks Return to Edinburg World Birding Center

September 21, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – Nature lovers will have a chance to explore local wildlife up close during a series of guided bird walks at the Edinburg World Birding Center this fall. The one-mile walks are scheduled for Sept. 27,…

Edinburg Council Adopts Budget, Holds Tax Rate Steady Despite Calls for Relief

September 19, 2025

Arnoldo Mata EDINBURG, TX — The Edinburg City Council on Sept. 18 approved a balanced budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year and voted to keep the property tax rate at 63 cents per $100 valuation. While city leaders stressed the move…

Edinburg Police to Host Coffee With a Cop Events Across City

September 19, 2025

Staff ReportEDINBURG, TX – The Edinburg Police Department is inviting residents to meet local officers over a cup of coffee this month during a series of community gatherings. The “Coffee With a Cop” initiative offers the public an informal chance to…

Trenton, Monte Cristo and Schunior road upgrades lead Edinburg–Pct. 4 push

September 18, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – Three major corridors—Trenton Road, FM 1925 (Monte Cristo Road) and Schunior Road—headline a slate of roadway projects the City of Edinburg and Hidalgo County Precinct 4 are advancing through new interlocal agreements aimed at improving safety,…

Edinburg Police Arrest Motorcyclist After I-69C Crash Injures Passenger

September 17, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX — A 40-year-old man was arrested early Tuesday after police say he was driving intoxicated when his motorcycle crashed into an SUV on Interstate 69C, seriously injuring his passenger. The accident happened around 2:25 a.m. in the…

Edinburg Police Involved in Shooting After Armed Suspect Enters Store Near UTRGV

September 16, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX — A 33-year-old man armed with knives was shot by an Edinburg police officer Monday morning after entering a convenience store near Sugar Road and University Drive, authorities said. Police identified the suspect as Justin Lee Garza.…