Nativity scene collection on display at MOSTHistory

December 20, 2024

Photo above: Two visitors to the Museum of South Texas History view part of the “Bishop Emeritus Raymundo Peña Nativity Scene Collection,” a spotlight exhibit displaying 120 nativity scenes until Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025. Pamela Morales, MOSTHistory Communications EDINBURG, Texas —…

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From caregiver to advocate: Edinburg STISD, STC graduate is ready to make a difference

December 18, 2024

Sara Reyna, STC Communications South Texas College graduate Aimee Pequeño said she is ready to make a lasting impact on the world, thanks to her transformative journey at STC. Taking shape as a passionate advocate, Pequeño recently graduated with her Associate Degree on December…

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A school voucher program in Texas is more likely than ever. Can lawmakers craft a bill they agree on?

December 18, 2024

Photo above: Gov. Greg Abbott addresses the Texas House during the Opening Day of the 88th Texas Legislature at the Texas Capitol. School vouchers will have strong support in the Texas Legislature next year but some opponents hope proponents will…

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Texas A&M Ranks First in Return on Investment Among Texas Public Universities

December 18, 2024

Staff Report COLLEGE STATION – Texas A&M University offers the highest return on investment (ROI) among Texas public universities, according to an analysis by the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity (FREOPP). The study, which assessed 53,000 degree and certificate…

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Edinburg native unmasked as UTRGV Vaquero mascot, Fall 2024  graduates

December 16, 2024

Photo above: As the UTRGV Fall 2024 commencement celebrations came to an end on Saturday, Dec. 14, the mystery of the Vaquero mascot’s identity was unveiled. The Vaquero hat came off, and a graduation cap took its place for UTRGV…

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Edinburg native overcomes challenges, celebrates success at UTRGV Commencement

December 13, 2024

Photo above: Deaf since birth, UTRGV graduate Giselle Lozano, Class of 2024, proves no dream is too big. Graduating today in the university’s first Fall 2024 commencement ceremony with a Criminal Justice degree, she overcame communication barriers with interpreters, note-takers,…

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Life-changing explosion sparks a new career in firefighting

December 11, 2024

Photo above: Surviving a near-fatal accident marked the beginning of a new life for STC graduate Jose Luis Jaimes, who, after many years working in refineries, made a drastic career change to pursue a future in the fire service. Selene Rodriguez,…

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STC, Foster Angels spread cheer during final exam season

December 11, 2024

Photo above: South Texas College and Foster Angels of South Texas, for the first time, have collaborated to provide resources and care baskets for STC’s foster students who have aged out of the system at 18 years old and have…

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Texas Match the Promise Foundation Offers Scholarships for Future College Students

December 11, 2024

Staff Report The Texas Match the Promise Foundation℠ is now accepting scholarship applications from eligible students in grades three through nine who are beneficiaries of the Texas Tuition Promise Fund® (TTPF), the state’s prepaid college tuition plan. This scholarship program…

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Edinburg School Bus Involved in Accident; No Students on Board

December 4, 2024

Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — Authorities are investigating a collision involving an Edinburg CISD school bus and a pickup truck at the intersection of Rogers Road and McColl Road. The accident occurred at approximately 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024.…

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