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Edinburg Announces Sandbag Distribution Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Staff Reports EDINBURG, Texas – July 4, 2024 — In anticipation of the approaching Hurricane Beryl, the City of Edinburg has announced a sandbag distribution to help residents prepare for potential flooding. The distribution will take place from Friday, July 5, through Sunday, July 7, at two locations: the Edinburg Service Center at 1201 N. Doolittle…
Texas Cook’Em High Steaks in Edinburg Postponed Due to Severe Weather
From Staff Reports EDINBURG, Texas – July 2, 2024 — The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce has announced the postponement of the 2024 Texas Cook’Em High Steaks event, originally scheduled for Saturday, July 6, due to severe weather forecasts. This decision comes after careful consideration of the safety concerns associated with Hurricane Beryl, which is expected to…
Man Stabbed in Edinburg; Two Suspects Arrested Following Police Pursuit
Photo above: The three suspects were arrested by Texas Department of Public Safety: from left, Catarina Olivo, Miguel Angel Pedroza, and Caroline Valadez Staff Reports EDINBURG, Texas – July 2, 2024 — Edinburg police officers responded to a stabbing incident early Tuesday morning, discovering a male victim at 1102 W. Trenton with multiple injuries. The victim,…
Edinburg man, identified as fugitive in 2012 Florida sexual assault case, arraigned on narcotic possession and falsifying identity
Photo above: Carlos Perez, wanted on sexual assault case from 2012, was arrested on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, and arraigned on Tuesday, July 2, in Edinburg Municipal Court. Photo courtesy of the City of Edinburg. By Maria Ruiz Edinburg, Texas – July 3, 2024 – On Tuesday, July 2, an Edinburg man arraigned on narcotic…
Edinburg celebrates Juneteenth with community education
By Maria Ruiz Edinburg, Texas — On Saturday, June 15th, Edinburg celebrated its annual Juneteenth Jubilee, honoring past and future freedom for Black Texans, with guests highlighting local stories that will make their way to the classroom. “It’s important that we honor the resilience, courage, and strength of those who fought for freedom and equality…
Edinburg now a four-time All-American City Award recipient
Photo above — Edinburg City Council and Mayor Ramiro Garza stand with National Civic League President Doug Linkhart after receiving a special proclamation for the All-American City Award on June 27, 2024. [Left to right: Councilmember Place 3 David Salazar Jr., Mayor Pro-Tem Daniel Diaz, National Civic League President Doug Linkhart , Mayor Ramiro Garza,…
Edinburg Celebrates International Mud Day with ‘Oh My Mud!’ Event
Staff Reports EDINBURG, Texas— The City of Edinburg Parks & Recreation, in collaboration with the World Birding Center, invites the community to celebrate International Mud Day with the “Oh My Mud!” event on Saturday, June 29, 2024. The free event will take place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Participants of all ages are encouraged to…
DPS Offers Summer Safety Tips
By Texas Department of Public Safety Communications AUSTIN – As the heat continues across Texas, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) urges everyone to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves and their loved ones from the dangers of extreme heat in order to have a safe, healthy summer. “We are in the heart…
City of Edinburg to Install Six New Turf Fields
Staff Reports EDINBURG, Texas — The City of Edinburg is set to install six new artificial turf baseball fields at Edinburg Municipal Park to enhance sports facilities for the community. A groundbreaking ceremony for Phase 2 of the Municipal Park Turf Field Project will be held on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at 10 a.m. at 714…
Edinburg Police Department Hosts Operation Chill for Local Kids On July 11
Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — The Edinburg Police Department is inviting local children to beat the summer heat and enjoy a free Slurpee as part of their Operation Chill event. The event will take place on Thursday, July 11, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Stripes, located at 1210 E Monte Cristo Rd. Operation…
