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City Council Members Set

Enrollment down 895 students 

Old Courthouse To Be Torn Down

Edinburg students begin their journey in health care

Cocaine haul

Hidalgo County deputies seize more than 460 pounds of suspected cocaine in rural Edinburg

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, Hidalgo County Sheriff, cocaine seizure Photo above: Hidalgo County deputies display the haul of suspected cocaine seized this week in rural Edinburg. Photo courtesy of Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office. Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Deputies with the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office seized more than 460 pounds of suspected cocaine during…

City Meeting Report

Edinburg council approves trail grant request, LED sign variance and adopts thoroughfare plan

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, Edinburg City Council, City Council meeting Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg City Council approved a package of public hearing items tied to parks and development, adopted a new city thoroughfare plan framework and voted to add a University of Texas Rio Grande Valley student representative to the Downtown District…

EDC staff

Edinburg EDC adds two business development managers

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, Edinburg Economic Development Photo above: At left, Daniel Andres Garza, EEDC Business Development Manager, and Carlos Robert Reyes, EEDC Business Development Manager, both recently hired by the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation. Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation has added two new members to its team with…

Adult Program Jan 2026

Sekula Memorial Library continues free adult programs through end of January

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, Edinburg library programs, adult programs Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library will continue offering free adult programs through the remainder of January, with activities ranging from technology classes to wellness and hands-on workshops. Library officials said the programs are designed to provide educational, creative and…

Frida Fest 2026

Frida Fest returns to Edinburg with art, music and cultural celebration

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, Frida Fest Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Frida Fest will return to Edinburg on Friday, March 14, bringing an evening of art, music and cultural celebration inspired by the life and legacy of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. The event will be held at the Edinburg Promenade Park Amphitheater and is…

Chavana Race

Edinburg sets Feb. 7 date for David Chavana 10K, Miracle Mile returns Feb. 6

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, David Chavana 10K Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The City of Edinburg has set the dates for the 44th annual David Chavana 10K Run/Walk and the 11th annual Miracle Mile, continuing a long-running tradition that draws thousands of participants to the city each year. Both events will take place at…

Navy Visit Edinburg

Edinburg to take center stage during first-ever Rio Grande Valley Navy Week

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, U.S. Navy Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Edinburg will serve as a focal point for several ceremonies and public events during the inaugural Rio Grande Valley Navy Week, scheduled Jan. 24–31, as the U.S. Navy brings more than 70 Sailors to the region for the first time. The weeklong observance…

City Agenda

Edinburg City Council to consider downtown board change to include UTRGV student, airport advisory appointment

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, Edinburg City Council, City council appointments, UTRGV student Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg City Council will meet Tuesday, Jan. 20, to consider a wide-ranging agenda that includes public hearings, ordinance amendments, board appointments and economic development discussions. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. at Edinburg…

Valley republicans

In South Texas, local Republicans push for more wins as Latinos appear to sour on Trump

Photo above: From left: Jagger Johnson, 12, Celeste Cabrera, Jackson Esquivel, 5, and Jett Esquivel, 3, pose for a photo with a cardboard cutout of President Donald Trump during a trunk-or-treat community event at the Hidalgo County Republican Party Headquarters in McAllen on Oct. 30, 2025. Gabriel V. Cárdenas for The Texas Tribune Nic Garcia and…

womens self defense

Edinburg police to host women’s self-defense classes in January

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, Edinburg Police Department, Women’s Sel-defense Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg Police Department is offering a women’s self-defense course later this month aimed at providing participants with practical skills and personal safety strategies. The program, based on the Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) system, will be held at the Edinburg…

Edinburg Scenic Wetlands

Investopedia Names Edinburg One of Top 100 U.S. Cities for Retirees, Citing Affordability, Climate, and Growth

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ECISD Board Report

Edinburg CISD Board Acts to Non-Renew Two Employee Contracts at Short June 16 Special Meeting

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