American Legion Post 408 Offers Scholarships to Class of 2025 Seniors

February 21, 2025

Starr Report Edinburg TX — The American Legion Alfredo Gonzalez Post 408 is offering a scholarship opportunity for high school seniors graduating in 2025. Applications are now being accepted, with a submission deadline of April 11, 2025. The scholarship aims…

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Edinburg CISD Steps Up Efforts to Reach Migrant Families Through Neighborhood Visits

February 21, 2025

Photo above: ECISD migrant students meet with staff to learn about different opportunities available to them at Edinburg schools. Photo courtesy ECISD. Staff Report EDINBURG TX — The Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District is ramping up efforts to identify and…

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Edinburg Library to Host Community Engineering Design Challenge with NASA Exhibit Saturday, Feb 22

February 20, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – The Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library will host the second Community Engineering Design Challenge on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 1906 S. Closner Blvd., offering students an opportunity to engage…

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Edinburg Book Festival Set for Feb. 21 at Sekula Memorial Library

February 20, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – The City of Edinburg is inviting the community to celebrate local voices at the Edinburg Book Festival on Friday, Feb. 21, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library (1906…

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Annual UTRGV festival showcases student and faculty talent, offering a variety of community activities

February 20, 2025

By UTRGV News and Media Relations EDINBURG, TEXAS – FEB. 19, 2025 – Join The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in celebrating creativity at the annual Festival of International Books and Arts (FESTIBA) from Feb. 20 to March 2, where…

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RGV to Host First ‘Walking Southern Roads to Freedom’ Event March 3-9

February 19, 2025

Staff Report Edinburg, Texas – The Rio Grande Valley will hold its first-ever “Walking Southern Roads to Freedom” event from March 3 to March 9, highlighting the region’s historical role in the journey to freedom for African Americans seeking refuge in…

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Edinburg to Host 9th Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta

February 14, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG – The City of Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department is inviting community members and guests to participate in the 9th Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta, set for March 14, 2025, at the Edinburg Municipal Pool. The event will…

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Edinburg to Host Black History Month Author Reception

February 12, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – The City of Edinburg will celebrate Black History Month with an Author Reception on Feb. 13, 2025, at 6 p.m. at the Edinburg Arts, Culture, and Events Center (315 W. McIntyre St.). The event will highlight the work of local authors, the power…

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Economedes High School Principal Retires Amid Harassment Charges

February 10, 2025

By Arnoldo Mata EDINBURG, TX – Jesus R. Mata, principal of Economedes High School, has retired from his position with the school district, effective Jan. 31, 2025, following allegations of harassment. The announcement came after an executive session of the Edinburg…

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Edinburg CISD Names Top Five Competitors at 32nd Annual Spelling Bee

February 7, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – Edinburg CISD hosted its 32nd Annual Spelling Bee at Johnny G. Economedes High School, recognizing the district’s top young spellers. Caleb Giuoco, an eighth grader from South Middle School, secured first place in the competition.…

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