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Looking Back
Dr. M. Ray Perryman January 10, 2023 As I’ve said before, one of the most striking characteristics the US economy demonstrated in 2023 was resilience. Texas set a blazing growth pace for the year, though things slowed a bit toward the end. Let’s look back at the year and the key developments from an economic…
Edinburg Moves MLK Day of Service with Restlawn Cemetery Revitalization Project To Friday, Jan. 19
From Staff Reports Edinburg, TX – January 3, 2024 — In a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, the City of Edinburg, alongside the City’s Cultural Arts’ Juneteenth Committee and Village in the Valley (VIVA), announces the MLK Day of Service initiative. However, as inclement weather is expected this weekend and into early next…
Snider Honored At Texas Fire Service Earn Texas Fire Service Hall of Honor Lifetime Achievement Awards
Staff Reports SAN MARCOS, TEXAS – On Sunday evening, January 7, former Edinburg Fire Chief Shawn Michael Snider was honored posthumously for his 40 years of service with induction into the Texas Fire Service Hall of Honor. This Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes current or former firefighters or emergency service personnel who have made significant contributions…
UTRGV Chess Team advances again to Final Four, Takes fourth spot at Pan-American team competition
Photo above: For the ninth time, the UTRGV Chess Team has advanced to the national championship of collegiate chess, the Final Four, also known as the President’s Cup. The UTRGV Team A earned the fourth spot at the Final Four competition held this past weekend, Jan. 4-7, in the Rio Grande Valley for the first…
City of Edinburg Gears Up for ‘Hometown of Heroes’ Half-Marathon with Call for Nominations
From Staff Reports Edinburg, TX, January 3, 2024 — As the City of Edinburg prepares for the upcoming ‘Hometown of Heroes’ Half-Marathon scheduled for March 3, 2024, residents are encouraged to participate in the spirit of community recognition by nominating individuals who have left a lasting impact on the city. The city is calling on its…
Edinburg Confirms Plans To Bring Vaquero Football To H-E-B Park
From Staff Reports Edinburg, TX, November 29, 2023 — In a concerted effort to enrich the collegiate experience and foster community spirit, the City of Edinburg, in partnership with the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation (EEDC), is actively working with The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) to host Vaquero football games at H-E-B Park. This…
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…
