Film Festival Brings International Cinema, Workshops to Edinburg

September 1, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX — The South Texas International Film Festival will return to Edinburg this week, showcasing films from across the globe while spotlighting local and regional talent. The four-day event, hosted at the Edinburg Arts, Culture & Events Center,…

Library rolls out September lineup of adult programs

September 1, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library will offer a full slate of adult programs in September 2025, including computer classes, a women’s workshop series, crafts, a nutrition class and a family movie day. No registration…

Library sets September lineup for kids at Sekula Memorial

September 1, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library has released its September 2025 children’s programs, featuring weekly storytimes, a homeschool session, STEM activities and basic computer classes. No registration is required, and materials are provided. The schedule includes:…

Journalist, Activist, Musician, Industry Worker Runs for Edinburg Mayor

September 1, 2025

Note: The Edinburg Advocate does not endorse any candidate for any office. Candidates are welcome to send in their first campaign announcements at no charge. The Edinburg Advocate does not edit these announcements and does not vet the statements made…

Registration Opens Oct. 13 for Edinburg Winter Youth Baseball, Softball

August 29, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX — The City of Edinburg will open team-only registration Oct. 13–Nov. 14 for its Winter Baseball & Softball League, offering recreation divisions for 6U, 8U, 10U and 12U. The team fee is $350, and the season is…

Edinburg to Host Workshop Showcasing Film-Friendly Program

August 28, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX — The City of Edinburg’s Cultural Arts Division, conjunction with the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce, is inviting filmmakers, business owners and residents to a free workshop designed to highlight the community’s growing role in film production. The Edinburg…

Edinburg Police Launch Sticker Program to Aid Residents With Special Needs

August 28, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The Edinburg Police Department has introduced a new Safety Sticker Program aimed at improving officer response during encounters with residents who have medical conditions or disabilities. The free program provides color-coded window decals for vehicles or…

Edinburg City Election Ballot Set

August 27, 2025

Photo above: Edinburg mayoral candidates hold up their ballot position numbers for the November city election. From left are: Jonathan Salinas, Omar Ochoa, Richard Molina and Johnny Garcia. Photo: The Edinburg Advocate Arnoldo Mata Edinburg, TX – The ballot positions…

Edinburg Fire Department to Host Community Preparedness Chat

August 27, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX — The Edinburg Fire Department’s Emergency Management team will host a community preparedness event on Thursday, Aug. 28, aimed at helping residents take proactive steps to stay safe during emergencies. The session, titled Readiness is Resilience, will take…

Library to Host Free Career Workshops for Women in September

August 27, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – The Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library will host a free workshop series in September designed to help women strengthen their career readiness skills and prepare for the workforce. The program, titled She Succeeds: Workshops for Women in…