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Nonprofit Backing Vallejo In Congressional Run-off Accused of Campaign Finance Violations
By Patrick Svitek, The Texas Tribune, April 26, 2022 As Democratic voters prepare to pick their party’s nominee for one of the nation’s most closely watched congressional races, a Rio Grande Valley nonprofit is being accused of violating federal campaign finance law for how it has backed one of the candidates. Michelle Vallejo, a small…
UTRGV to make announcement with new UT Center in Laredo
RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS – APRIL 25, 2022 – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley will make an announcement Thursday, April 28, at the UT Education and Research Center at Laredo regarding the establishment of a partnership to offer degrees in social work in Laredo. UTRGV and UT System have established a Memorandum of Understanding…
UPDATED: Edinburg PD Arrest, Charge 3, Recover Hundreds of Thousands In Stolen Property
The Edinburg Police Department, along with the assistance of Weslaco Police, McAllen Police Department, Pharr Police Department, Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), has arrested three suspects believed to be involved in multiple burglaries in Edinburg and the surrounding region. Hundreds of…
UTRGV Theatre Department presents ‘Red’ on April 29
By Santana Peralez EDINBURG, TEXAS – APRIL 25, 2022 – The UTRGV Theatre Department is going from Shakespearean tragedy to contemporary tragedy, following up their production of “Coriolanus” in March with Tony award-winning play “Red” by John Logan. “Red” opens 7:30 p.m. April 29, with a second performance 7:30 p.m. April 30 with ASL interpretation,…
As Texas home values skyrocket, state officials wrestle with how to slow property tax increases
By Joshua Fechter, The Texas TribuneApril 22, 2022 “As Texas home values skyrocket, state officials wrestle with how to slow property tax increases” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. DALLAS — As…
Edinburg PD Search For Aggravated Robbery Suspects
Edinburg Police need your assistance in identifying two suspects involved in a couple of aggravated robberies that took place on Saturday April 16, 2022 after 6:30am. The first robbery took place at a restaurant in the 3700 block of West Monte Cristo Rd. Investigators say the two men (pictured below) walked into the restaurant, one…
County Judge Richard F. Cortez announces Explore Hidalgo County initiative
EDINBURG – In recognition of Earth Day, Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez announced an ecotourism initiative called Explore Hidalgo County. The initiative launches a regional approach to highlighting the area’s natural beauty and encourages both residents of the county as well as out-of-town visitors to take advantage of these jewels. “Within a 40-mile radius,…
UTRGV to celebrate its largest online fundraising event, Day of Giving, April 26
RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS – APRIL 22, 2022 – UTRGV this year will host its annual Day of Giving – the university’s largest online annual fundraising event – on Tuesday, April 26. Day of Giving is an opportunity for university alumni, faculty and staff to show support for expanding UTRGV’s educational opportunities. Gifts provide scholarships…
Edinburg Police Officer Recognized With Lifesaving Award
EDINBURG, Texas– On Wednesday, April 20th, 2022 the Edinburg Police Department recognized and awarded Edinburg Police Officer Joaquin Garcia with the Lifesaving Award during a ceremony held at the Edinburg Police Department. “It’s an honor and a privilege to be here. I have this man to thank,” said Edinburg resident Jaime Cavazos, “[Officer Garcia’s] actions…
Hidalgo County Pct. 4 to break ground on Eastside Soccer Park
WHAT: Eastside Soccer Park Groundbreaking WHEN: 10:00 A.M., Monday, April 22, 2022 WHERE: 4550 N. Cesar Chavez, Edinburg, TX EDINBURG – Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Commissioner Ellie Torres will host a groundbreaking ceremony for the Eastside Soccer Park on Monday, April 25, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. in Edinburg. Commissioner Ellie Torres has plans to enhance and increase…
