Staff Report EDINBURG TX — The Edinburg Police Department is inviting the community to enjoy a family-friendly evening during its latest installment of “Movies With a Cop” on Friday, June 27. The free outdoor movie night will feature Disney’s Moana 2 and…
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – Residents of Hidalgo County impacted by the severe weather event from March 26–28 can now access in-person assistance at FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers across the region. The centers, operated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency…
Photo above: With more than 20 years of experience in dentistry, one of STC’s newest faculty members, Janis Lopez, is leading a groundbreaking effort to bring Hidalgo County its first-ever Dental Hygiene program. Photo courtesy STC. Selene Rodriguez, STC Communications With…
Photo above: Dr. Lorena Flores-Hernandez, optometrist and glaucoma specialist at UT Health RGV, encourages regular eye exams during Cataract Awareness Month to detect early signs of cataracts and other age-related vision issues. She said restoring clear vision can dramatically enhance…
Staff Report Edinburg TX – As summer begins and the Fourth of July nears, the Texas Department of Transportation is amplifying its anti-drunk driving message by sharing the tragic story of 8-year-old Kelsey Nalepa, who died after a drunk driver…
Photo above: South Texas College is nationally known for many of its programs and initiatives, and this summer, it has also been named one of the “Most Affordable Schools for Online Associate Degrees” in the nation by OnlineU. Amanda Sotelo, South…
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The South Texas Alliance of Cities (STAC), a coalition of regional mayors, has issued a joint statement expressing concern over recent federal immigration enforcement actions carried out by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) in the area.…
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – In observance of Women Veterans Day, Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez will lead an initiative to install “Veteran Parking Only” signs at local technical institutions of higher learning to honor and recognize veterans, particularly…
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez announced that he will seek re-election in 2026, aiming for a third term in office. Cortez, who took office in 2019, pointed to his administration’s accomplishments over the past…
Photo above: An aerial view of the Tres Lagos neighborhood in McAllen on May 12. Developed by Rhodes Enterprises, the community includes thousands of homes, restaurants and the McAllen campus of Texas A&M. Credit: Michael Gonzalez for The Texas Tribune By Berenice…
