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Edinburg Achieves Bronze Level in National Initiative for Physically Active Communities
From Staff Reports Edinburg, TX, Dec. 18, 2023 — Mayor Ramiro Garza Jr. announced Edinburg’s attainment of the bronze level in the Step It Up! Success Roadmap, marking the successful completion of the 2023 Move with the Mayor (MWTM) Fall Challenge. This initiative is part of a nationwide campaign, driven by the National Forum for Heart…
Edinburg CISD 2023 School Tax Bills Finally Mailed Out
From Staff Reports Edinburg Texas, Dec. 18, 2023 – Hidalgo County Tax Assessor & Collector Pablo (Paul) Villarreal Jr. announced on Tuesday that the 2023 Edinburg CISD school tax statements have been mailed The tax statements had been delayed because Villarreal’s office was waiting for the results of the November 7th tax ratification election. Voters approved the…
South Texas International Film Festival Opens Submissions for Its 10th Annual Event
From Staff Reports Edinburg, TX, Dec. 18, 2023 — The City of Edinburg announced that the 10th Annual South Texas International Film Festival (STXIFF) is now accepting submissions for its 2024 edition, scheduled to take place from September 11-14, 2024. This milestone event promises attendees an immersive experience with a diverse selection of films, engaging workshops,…
Edinburg Teams Up with Consultants to Boost Retail Growth
From Staff Reports Edinburg, Texas – December 16, 2023 — In a strategic move to bolster its retail sector, Edinburg, Texas, proudly announces a collaboration with Retail Strategies, a prominent retail consulting firm. The partnership aims to spearhead and amplify retail attraction initiatives, positioning Edinburg as a key destination for emerging brands looking to expand in…
Letty Chavez Appointed Hidalgo County Auditor by Board of Judges
From Staff ReportsEdinburg, Texas, Dec. 18, 2023 — The Hidalgo County Board of Judges has officially named Letty Chavez as the new Hidalgo County Auditor, succeeding Interim County Auditor Linda Fong upon her retirement. The appointment, effective December 1, 2023, marks a significant step for Ms. Chavez, who had been serving as the First Assistant County…
STC Fire Academy Celebrates 20 New Graduates; Edinburg FD Staff Provide Support
Photo Above: To protect lives and aid those in need was the pledge made by twenty new South Texas College graduates as they celebrated their completion ceremony at STC’s Fire Academy, hosted at the Regional Center for Public Safety Excellence in Pharr. By Selene Rodriguez Edinburg, Texas, Dec. 18, 2023 — To protect lives and aid…
UTRGV commemorates 50,000-graduate milestone at Fall 2023 commencement
Photo above: Nearly 3,000 UTRGV graduates walked the stage on Friday, Dec. 15, at the Brownsville campus to kickoff the Fall 2023 Commencement weekend for the university. During this commencement UTRGV surpasses 50,000 graduates to date since its first ceremonies in 2015. (UTRGV Photo by David Pike) By Victoria Brito Morales Edinburg, Texas, Dec. 18,…
City of Edinburg Encourages Nominations for ‘Hometown of Heroes’ Recognition
From Staff Reports Edinburg, TX – December 12, 2023 — As the ‘Hometown of Heroes’ Half-Marathon approaches on March 3, 2024, the City of Edinburg is reaching out to its community, urging residents to nominate individuals who have made a lasting impact on the city. The call for nominations is part of an initiative to recognize…
Edinburg CISD Names Former Board Member As New Athletic Director
By Arnoldo Mata Edinburg, Texas, Dec. 15, 2023 —Oscar Salinas, a former Edinburg CISD Board member and current head coach and athletic director at La Feria High School, was named as the new ECISD as the incoming Athletic Director. Salinas was elected to the ECISD Board of Trustees Place 2 seat in 2014. He was…
ECISD Athletic Director Retiring, Board Considering Replacement This Thursday
By Arnoldo Mata Edinburg Texas, Dec. 12, 2023 — Edinburg CISD Athletic Director Rogelio “Roy” Garza will be retiring after almost ten years in the position and more than 30 years in education. “It’s time,” Garza said of his announced retirement set for Jan. 31, 2024. The Edinburg Advocate will have an interview next week…
