Staff Report EDINBURG TX – Job seekers in the trades are invited to attend Tools & Talent: A Skilled Trades Job Fair on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Edinburg Activity Center, located at 123 Mark…
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department has announced the cancellation of this year’s Operation Border Health event, which had been scheduled for July 21–25, 2025. The decision was made in coordination with the…
By Karen Villarreal, UTRGV Communications EDINBURG, TEXAS – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s Behavior and Child Development Lab (BeChildLab), in partnership with the STEM Center of South Texas at Region One ESC, will host a free, two-week summer camp…
Staff Report EDINBURG TX — The Museum of South Texas History will debut its first annual Tacos & Tequila fundraiser on July 25, offering an evening of food, culture, and music to support its mission of preserving and sharing the Rio Grande…
Staff Report EDINBURG TX — Residents of Hidalgo, Willacy, and Starr counties have an opportunity to gain in-demand job skills through a free Welding Certification Program offered by Region One ESC’s Division of Leadership & Community Impact. The hands-on training…
Judge Cortez Seeks Clarity After Parts of Hidalgo, Cameron Counties Designated National Defense Area
Staff Report EDINBURG, TX – Portions of Hidalgo and Cameron counties have been designated as a National Defense Area and placed under the administration of Joint Base San Antonio, according to a recent announcement from the U.S. Air Force. The…
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…
