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Metro Outlook
Dr. M. Ray Perryman, Sept. 12, 2023 Although there are clearly challenges facing the global economy, the outlook for Texas remains largely favorable. Looking within the state, projected growth across all the entire spectrum of diverse metropolitan areas is also positive, though the pace of expansion varies notably. Let’s take a quick look at some…
Newly Reconstructed Home Granted to Precinct 4 Resident by Hidalgo County Program
Edinburg, TX, Sept. 11, 2023 – In a heartwarming, private ceremony, Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Com. Ellie Torres handed over the keys to a brand-new home to Irma Reyes, a Precinct 4 resident. This occasion is the ongoing efforts to revitalize our community through the Hidalgo County Urban County (UCP) Program’s Homeowner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program (Rehab). “This initiative…
One Dead After Alleged Drunk Driver Runs Red Light In Edinburg
Edinburg Texas, Sept. 9, 2023 – An alleged drunk driver is being held on intoxication manslaughter after an accident that resulted in the death of a female driver in another car. According to Edinburg Police, the accident happened around 2:00 am Saturday morning at the intersection of Trenton Rd. and Closner Rd. Police officers reported that a…
STC Theatre to hold auditions for November production of Puffs
by Amanda Sotelo, Sept. 7, 2023 South Texas College Theatre will hold auditions for its November main stage production of Puffs or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic by Matt Cox. Auditions will be held in-person on Tuesday, September 12 and Wednesday, September 13 from 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. All…
City of Edinburg to Host 3rd Annual 9/11 Remembrance Run/Walk On Sat., Sept. 9
Edinburg, TX, Sept. 8, 2023 – In remembrance of the fallen heroes who lost their lives, the City of Edinburg will host the 3rd Annual 9/11 Patriot Day of Remembrance 5K Memorial Run/Walk. Set to take place on Saturday, September 9, 2023, this poignant event stands as a testament to the unwavering spirit and unity that…
STISD high schools ranked among the best in the state and nation
Edinburg Texas, Sept 7, 2023 – Today, U.S. News & World Report published its 2023-2024 Best High Schools Rankings, which included all four South Texas Independent School District (STISD) high schools among the top-ranked schools in the state and nation. In the state rankings, South Texas ISD Science Academy (Science Academy) in Mercedes ranked 31st, South…
MOST History to host historian Jesus Correa during the Sunday Speaker Series presentation at 2 p.m. Sept. 10.
Borderlands historian to discuss Cabeza de Vaca journey at MOSTHistory Edinburg, Texas, Sept. 7, 2023 — The Museum of South Texas History will host the Sunday Speaker Series presentation, “Naufragios: Cabeza de Vaca, Castillo Maldonado, Dorantes and Estebanico,” featuring Jesús Correa at 2 p.m. on Sept. 10. Spanish explorer Alvar Nuñez Cabeza de Vaca spent…
The Fabulous Story of Dr. García’s Gold; MOST History Exhibit opens Sept. 12
Edinburg, Texas, Sept. 7, 2023 — Early in 2022, the Museum of South Texas History received a donation of 400 gold coins along with a fascinating South Texas story. “Dr. García’s Gold,” an exhibit opening Tuesday, Sept. 12, tells the story of gold buried under a house in San Diego, Texas, almost a century ago. The…
Edinburg City Council votes to reduce proposed tax rate for FY 2023-2024
Lowest proposed tax rate for Edinburg in more than two decades Edinburg, TX, Sept. 6, 2023 – The Edinburg City Council announced its unanimous decision to lower the proposed tax rate for the City of Edinburg for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024. The proposed rate has been reduced from 64…
Output by the Numbers
Dr. M. Ray Perryman, Sept. 5, 2023 In a recent column, I described our outlook for Texas job growth by industry. This time around, let’s focus on our projections for output (or gross product). Simply stated, gross product is the final value of all of the goods and services produced in an area. It’s a…
