Dusty’s Knitters Club to Offer Knitting Sessions in March

March 5, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library is inviting the community to explore the art of knitting through Dusty’s Knitters Club this March. Led by instructor Virginia Bishop, the sessions will provide an opportunity for participants…

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Edinburg Library to Offer Free U.S. Citizenship Preparation Classes

March 4, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG — The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library is offering free U.S. citizenship exam preparation classesfor individuals looking to take the next step in becoming American citizens. The classes will cover civics, U.S. history, and exam tips to help participants prepare for the…

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Museum of South Texas History to Host Reception for “Walking Southern Roads to Freedom” Participants 

March 1, 2025

By Sandy Pollock, Communications Officer, Museum of South Texas History   EDINBURG, Texas – The Museum of South Texas History is honored to host a special reception for participants of “Walking Southern Roads to Freedom,” a historic 60-mile journey bringing attention to the Underground…

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Edinburg High, Edinburg North Schools Undergo Major Coaching Changes

February 28, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG TX — In a significant reshuffling of high school football leadership, both Edinburg High School and Edinburg North High School are seeking new head coaches for their programs, according to a report from “Dave Campbells’s Texas Football” website.…

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FESTIBA 2025 to Spotlight Youth Talent at Annual Mariachi Festival

February 27, 2025

Photo above: The UTRGV Mariachi Festival, part of FESTIBA, will celebrate regional youth talent from Feb. 28 to March 1 at the Performing Arts Complex in Edinburg. Highlights include vocal and group competitions for middle and high school students, featuring…

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ECISD Reports Decline in Enrollment; Board Discusses Class Sizes and Staffing Challenges

February 26, 2025

Arnoldo Mata EDINBURG TX, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025 — Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District’s total enrollment has dropped by 580 students compared to the same time last year, according to the district’s Day 117 Enrollment Comparison Report presented at last night’s…

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New book on regional politics published by UTRGV political science faculty

February 26, 2025

College of Liberal Arts to host book talk event on Friday By UTRGV News and Media Relations Edinburg, TX – The UTRGV College of Liberal Arts is hosting a book talk for the “Politics of the Rio Grande Valley: An…

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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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