Museum of South Texas History to Host Reception for “Walking Southern Roads to Freedom” Participants 

March 1, 2025

By Sandy Pollock, Communications Officer, Museum of South Texas History   EDINBURG, Texas – The Museum of South Texas History is honored to host a special reception for participants of “Walking Southern Roads to Freedom,” a historic 60-mile journey bringing attention to the Underground…

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New book on regional politics published by UTRGV political science faculty

February 26, 2025

College of Liberal Arts to host book talk event on Friday By UTRGV News and Media Relations Edinburg, TX – The UTRGV College of Liberal Arts is hosting a book talk for the “Politics of the Rio Grande Valley: An…

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Annual UTRGV festival showcases student and faculty talent, offering a variety of community activities

February 20, 2025

By UTRGV News and Media Relations EDINBURG, TEXAS – FEB. 19, 2025 – Join The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in celebrating creativity at the annual Festival of International Books and Arts (FESTIBA) from Feb. 20 to March 2, where…

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RGV to Host First ‘Walking Southern Roads to Freedom’ Event March 3-9

February 19, 2025

Staff Report Edinburg, Texas – The Rio Grande Valley will hold its first-ever “Walking Southern Roads to Freedom” event from March 3 to March 9, highlighting the region’s historical role in the journey to freedom for African Americans seeking refuge in…

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Hidalgo County District Clerk Laura Hinojosa Receives Texas Association of Counties Service Award

February 19, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – Laura Hinojosa, Hidalgo County District Clerk, was honored with the Texas Association of Counties (TAC) Service Award for her dedicated service on the TAC Board of Directors during the 2024 calendar year. The award was presented by…

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South Texas Senate Committee Assignments Shift for 89th Legislative Session

February 17, 2025

Photos above: From left, Sen. Juan J. Hinojosa, Sen. Adam Hinojsa, and Sen. Judith Zaffirini saw some committee assignments change as the new legislature opened in January 2025. By Arnoldo Mata AUSTIN — Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, as head of…

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26th Annual San Carlos Kite Fun Fly Set for March 22, Kite-building Session Feb. 23

February 17, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – The 26th annual San Carlos Kite Fun Fly is set to take place on March 22, 2025, from 8 a.m. to noon at Sunflower Park in San Carlos. The family-friendly event, organized by longtime coordinator Juan…

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South Texas State Reps Lose Leadership Roles In 89th Legislative Session

February 14, 2025

Photo above: State Rep. Dustin Burrows, R-Lubbock, addresses the House after being sworn in as House Speaker on the first day of the 89th Texas Legislative Session, in Austin. This week, Burrows announced committee and sub-committee assignments for this legislative session. Credit: Eddie…

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Hidalgo County Justices of the Peace Offering Free Valentine’s Day Weddings

February 11, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – Love is in the air as Hidalgo County Justices of the Peace prepare to offer free wedding ceremonies this Valentine’s Day. Among those participating are Judge Charlie Espinoza and Judge Andre Maldonado of Precinct 4, who…

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Some Texas lawmakers want to ban countywide voting on Election Day. Local officials are pushing back.

February 4, 2025

Photo above: State Sen. Bob Hall, R-Edgewood, in the Texas Senate chamber on September 6, 2023. Credit: Bob Daemmrich/Pool for the Texas Tribune By Natalia Contreras, Votebeat and The Texas Tribune “Some Texas lawmakers want to ban countywide voting on Election Day.…

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