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STC tackles high wildfire risk with free training for local firefighters
Photo Above: South Texas College partnered with the Texas A&M Forest Service to offer a Wildland Fire Behavior class at no cost to local fire departments at STC’s Regional Center for Public Safety Excellence in Pharr. Credit — STC Communications Selene Rodriguez, STC Communication Specialist Just a few months ago, Texas experienced the largest wildfire in…
Who Pays?
By Dr. M. Ray Perryman, May 28, 2024 In fiscal year 2023, the US government collected about $4.7 trillion in total revenue, with roughly half ($2.35 trillion) derived from the much-maligned personal income tax. We don’t have a detailed breakout yet, but the Tax Foundation recently released an analysis of individual income return statistics from…
Texas’ first-ever statewide flood plan estimates 5 million live in flood-prone areas
Photo above: A pickup pushes through flood waters in Livingston on May 2, 2024. Thousands fled their Southeast Texas homes as heavy rains saturated multiple counties. Credit: Drone Bros LLC. By Alejandra Martinez, The Texas Tribune, May 28, 2024 “Texas’ first-ever statewide flood plan estimates 5 million live in flood-prone areas” was first published by The Texas…
South Texas ISD to Offer Free Summer Meals for Community
Mercedes, TX — The South Texas Independent School District (STISD) will provide free breakfast and lunch meals to children 18 years old and younger, as well as enrolled students up to 21 years old with disabilities, from May 27 through June 27. Meals will be served dine-in only at the cafeterias of four STISD campuses.…
Scholarship to launch in memory of Edinburg North HS band director
Photo above: Chad Dempsey stands in a sunflower field outside of Alice, Texas, on July 24, 2022. Courtesy of the Dempsey family. By Maria Ruiz, May 24, 2024 Edinburg TX – A band scholarship for Edinburg North High School will launch this week to provide funds to four graduating seniors this spring. The Chad Dempsey Inspire…
More and More
Dr. M. Ray Perryman Even as oil and natural gas production in Texas and the United States have been increasing rapidly, new data from the US Energy Information Administration indicates that proved reserves are also hitting record highs. Basically, we’re finding new reserves faster than we can extract them from the ground. Proved reserves are…
STC Culinary Art introduces new associate degree track
Photo Above: South Texas College Culinary Arts has introduced a new program – Restaurant Management, to align with industry needs, which include more highly-skilled leaders, managers. By Amanda Sotelo Edinburg, Texas, January 31, 2024 — Il Forno Brands owner and long-time South Texas College Culinary Arts partner Jaime Muriel said anyone can be a great cook,…
Ranch Fest Celebrates South Texas Ranch Culture and History
Staff Report Edinburg, TX, February 8, 2024 — Edinburg is gearing up for a day filled with ranch life and cultural immersion as the Museum of South Texas History hosts the 9th Annual Ranch Fest on Saturday, February 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event promises a unique blend of educational demonstrations, engaging activities,…
9th Annual Young Hearts Matter Event to Address Teen Dating Violence Prevention
Staff Report Edinburg, TX, January 29, 2024 — In a concerted effort to raise awareness about teen dating violence prevention, Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney Toribio “Terry” Palacios is set to host the 9th Annual Young Hearts Matter Teen Dating Violence Prevention event. Collaborating with Region One ESC and the Texas Council on Family Violence, the…
South Texans face a bigger burden than ever to pay rent, study finds
Photo above: The Mueller neighborhood in East Austin on Oct. 7, 2023. Credit: John Jordan/The Texas Tribune By Joshua Fechter, The Texas Tribune And Edinburg Advocate Staff Reports Edinburg, Texas, Jan. 27, 2024 — Texas renters are under more pressure from the state’s high housing costs than ever, according to a Harvard University study released Thursday. The impact…
