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Edinburg CISD Board to consider superintendent search timeline amid broad agenda at Tuesday meeting
Edinburg CISD, superintendent search, school board, public education, personnel decisions, budget Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — The Edinburg CISD Board of Trustees is set to take a key step in shaping the district’s leadership future as it considers action on the superintendent posting and search timeline during its upcoming meeting. The item, listed as 10.C.11 on…
Edinburg Police Arrest Suspect in Series of March Business Burglaries
Edinburg Police Department, burglary, crime investigation, Hidalgo County, McAllen Police Department, public safety Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – Edinburg Police investigators, working in coordination with multiple law enforcement agencies, have arrested a suspect in connection with a series of business burglaries reported across the city in March. Maximiano Guadalupe Maldonado, 39, of Edinburg, has been charged…
Mayor Omar Ochoa Sets Sights on Growth with $275M Plan, Major Infrastructure Push
City of Edinburg, State of the City, Mayor Omar Ochoa, Future growth Arnoldo Mata EDINBURG TX – In a forward-looking State of the City address, Mayor Omar Ochoa outlined an ambitious roadmap for Edinburg’s future, centered on infrastructure, sustainability, and long-term economic growth. Calling the moment “a great awakening,” Ochoa framed his first address as both a…
Stephen F. Austin Elementary to unveil Texas Historical Marker recognizing school’s legacy
Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, education, historic preservation, Texas Historical Commission Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Stephen F. Austin Elementary School will unveil an official Texas Historical Marker on May 14 recognizing the campus’ historical significance and longstanding role in the Edinburg community. The ceremony is scheduled for 9 a.m. at the school campus, located…
South Texas ISD names superintendent finalist following national search
Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, education, South Texas ISD, superintendent search Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The South Texas Independent School District Board of Trustees named Dr. Sandra Garza Ochoa as the lone finalist for superintendent during its April 7 meeting. State law requires a 21-day waiting period before the board can formally vote to…
Edinburg postpones 5th Annual Dirty Duathlon to April 25 due to trail conditions
Dirty Duathlon, Edinburg Parks and Recreation, running events, cycling events, weather postponement, community fitness Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — The City of Edinburg Parks and Recreation Department has postponed the 5th Annual Dirty Duathlon originally scheduled for Saturday, April 11, due to muddy conditions on the Nature Hike & Bike Trails and anticipated rainfall this week.…
City of Edinburg Postpones Cool City Celebration Due to Weather
City of Edinburg, Cool City Celebration, community events, weather postponement, environmental awareness Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — The City of Edinburg has postponed the Cool City Celebration originally scheduled for this weekend due to anticipated weather conditions. City officials announced the free event, which highlights Earth Day, Arbor Day, National Community Development Week and Stormwater Awareness…
Edinburg EDC, Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library to Host Community Job Fair April 16
Job fair, workforce development, Edinburg Texas, employment opportunities, economic development, hiring event Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation, in partnership with Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library, will host a Community Job Fair from 9:30 a.m. to noon Thursday, April 16, at the library located at 1906 S. Closner Blvd. Organizers state the…
Emmitt Smith Announced as Keynote Speaker for Edinburg Chamber’s Business Playbook Conference
Emmitt Smith, Business Playbook Conference, Edinburg Chamber of Commerce, entrepreneurship, economic development, leadership Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas — Emmitt Smith, Pro Football Hall of Fame running back and entrepreneur, will serve as keynote speaker at the Business Playbook Conference on April 23, 2026, hosted by the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Edinburg Economic…
Edinburg City Council renews city manager’s contract, addresses development requests and infrastructure updates at April 7 meeting
Edinburg City Council, public comments, zoning, infrastructure, economic development, public safety Arnoldo Mata EDINBURG, Texas — The Edinburg City Council approved renewing the city managers contract and responded to community concerns ranging from property taxes and infrastructure needs to zoning changes during last night’s meeting. Myra L. Ayala was hired as Edinburg’s City Manager in April…