UTRGV commemorates 50,000-graduate milestone at Fall 2023 commencement

December 18, 2023

Photo above: Nearly 3,000 UTRGV graduates walked the stage on Friday, Dec. 15, at the Brownsville campus to kickoff the Fall 2023 Commencement weekend for the university. During this commencement UTRGV surpasses 50,000 graduates to date since its first ceremonies…

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Lopez-Singleterry Officially Enters Race for Hidalgo County’s 476th District Court

December 12, 2023

From Staff Reports Hidalgo County Texas, Dec. 11, 2023 — Judge Nereida Lopez-Singleterry filed to run for the position of Judge of Hidalgo County’s 476th District Court. She formally filed the necessary paperwork with the Hidalgo County Democratic Party to secure…

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Com. Torres Celebrates Grand Opening of Alfonso Flores All Star Park

December 4, 2023

From Staff Reports Edinburg, Texas – Dec. 4, 2023 — Hidalgo County Precinct 4Commissioner Ellie Torres will unveil the Alfonso Flores All Star Park, a vibrant community space dedicated to recreation, inclusivity, and family enjoyment. The park, located at 107…

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Tragedy Unfolds in Rural Edinburg: One Fatality, Another in Critical Condition Following Shooting Incident, 3 Arrested

November 4, 2023

Edinburg, Texas – November 4, 2023 — An early morning incident in rural Edinburg resulted in one fatality and another person seriously injured. The Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office is still investigating the incident. At 3:39 a.m., the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s…

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Hidalgo County DA’s Office launches QR Code to help victims of family violence access important resource information

October 23, 2023

Edinburg Texas, Oct. 23, 2023 – The Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney’s Office launched an important initiative to help victims of family violence to access important resource information with a simple QR Code. “We know that everyone in our community has…

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Hidalgo County to hold Public Auction of general merchandise, vehicles and equipment

October 12, 2023

Edinburg, Texas, Oct. 12, 2023 — Hidalgo County will hold a Public Auction of general merchandise, jewelry, etc. by Bond & Bond Auctioneers onSaturday, October 28, 2023 at 10 a.m. Interested buyers can register at www.bondauctioneers.com. They may also register and…

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Join the squad! UTRGV announces arrival of university’s first drill team

October 12, 2023

By Amanda L. Alaniz EDINBURG, TEXAS – OCT. 12, 2023 – The UTRGV Spirit Program earlier this month announced the search for UTRGV students – current and future – to be part of the university’s inaugural Drill Team.  The drill team…

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South Texas ISD Decade of Top National Rankings

September 28, 2023

Edinburg TX, Sept. 28, 2023 – This week Niche released its 2024 Best Schools K-12 School & District Rankings, solidifying a decade of South Texas Independent School District (STISD) and its campuses ranking among the best in the state and nation…

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Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez to Address Poverty Challenges at Public Affairs Breakfast

September 13, 2023

Edinburg Texas, September 12, 2023 — The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce announced that it will host the Prosperity Outlook on Thursday, September 28, 2023, from 8:30 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. The event is a part of the chambers Public Affairs Initiative.  During…

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Newly Reconstructed Home Granted to Precinct 4 Resident by Hidalgo County Program

September 11, 2023

Edinburg, TX, Sept. 11, 2023 – In a heartwarming, private ceremony, Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Com. Ellie Torres handed over the keys to a brand-new home to Irma Reyes, a Precinct 4 resident. This occasion is the ongoing efforts to revitalize our…

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