Edinburg to host 13th annual Frida Fest on March 14 at Promenade Park Amphitheater

March 11, 2026

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, Frida Fest, arts and culture Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Edinburg will host Frida Fest 2026 on Saturday, March 14, from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Promenade Park Amphitheater, 201 W. McIntyre St. The…

Three STISD high schools recognized on 2025 AP School Honor Roll

March 10, 2026

Picture above: STISD campus principals were honored for their campus’ achievements. Pictured, from left to right: Dr. Marco Antonio Lara, Jr., STISD Superintendent of Schools; Eric Gutierrez, STISD Science Academy principal; Dr. Michele Guajardo, Health Professions principal; Jose Lucio, Medical…

Runoffs set in Hidalgo County Texas House races following March 3 primary

March 4, 2026

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, elections, Texas House Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Runoffs have been projected in both parties’ primary races for Texas House District 41 following the March 3 election in Hidalgo County. Texas House District 40 This district…

Rio Grande Valley Dance Regional Competition set for Feb. 21 at ACE Center

February 18, 2026

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, cultural arts, dance competition Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The City of Edinburg Cultural Arts Division and Conceptos Dance Ensemble will present the 2026 Rio Grande Valley Dance Regional Competition on Feb. 21. The event will…

Hidalgo County Precinct 4, Edinburg CISD to hold groundbreaking for Southeast Park

February 18, 2026

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, parks and recreation, infrastructure Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Hidalgo County Precinct 4 and the Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District will hold a groundbreaking ceremony Feb. 25 for the new Southeast Park. The ceremony is scheduled…

Second annual “Walking Southern Roads to Freedom” to begin in Hidalgo County

February 18, 2026

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, Black History Month, community event Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Black History Month events across Hidalgo County will include the second annual “Walking Southern Roads to Freedom,” a multi-day walk honoring enslaved African descendants who fled…

Hidalgo County warns residents about motor vehicle scams tied to social media

February 10, 2026

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, public safety Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Hidalgo County officials are warning residents about a rise in social media scams involving motor vehicle title transfers and registration renewals. According to county officials, consumers have reported…

Hidalgo County JPs to offer free Valentine’s Day weddings at multiple locations

February 10, 2026

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, Justice of the Peace, Weddings, Valentine’s Day Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Several Hidalgo County Justices of the Peace will offer free wedding ceremonies in observance of Valentine’s Day, with services available by appointment on…

Acting workshops open for all ages in March, help with self-confidence, professional communication

February 5, 2026

Staff Report Pharr, TX – Pharr Community Theater will offer a new series of acting workshops for children, teens and adults in March, providing structured instruction designed to build confidence, communication skills and creative expression through theater. The workshops are open…

Com. Ellie Torres marks second key handoff of year for rebuilt home in Edinburg

February 5, 2026

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, housing, Hidalgo County Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Hidalgo County Precinct 4 officials marked the second Key Handoff Ceremony of the year for a newly reconstructed home in Edinburg completed through the HOME Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation…