For all the news about Edinburg, we are your Edinburg online newspaper.
RGV prosecutors unite for ‘No Refusal’ DWI campaign through New Year
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Rio Grande Valley District Attorney Coalition will launch its 2025 Holiday Season “No Refusal” DWI Enforcement Campaign, running from Nov. 27, 2025, through Jan. 2, 2026. The campaign, announced by District Attorneys Toribio “Terry” Palacios of Hidalgo County, Luis V. Saenz of Cameron County, Gocha Allen Ramirez of Starr…
Ochoa chairs first meeting as mayor; council OKs rezoning, water-plant repair and regional appointments
Arnoldo Mata Edinburg, TX – Newly elected Mayor Omar Ochoa presided over his first Edinburg City Council meeting Tuesday, guiding a brisk agenda that included proclamations, a neighborhood rezoning, water-plant repairs, and regional board appointments. After the formalities of opening the meeting Ochoa addressed the residents, staff and Council members, setting a collaborative tone and…
Housing Value Drops Hit Majority of Homes in South Texas Border Counties
Arnoldo Mata Edinburg, TX – According to a recent study by Zillow posted on Nov. 17, more than half of U.S. homes lost value over the past year, and those declines are increasingly evident in South Texas, including in the Rio Grande Valley. Locally, the picture is mixed: in Cameron County, 74.3 percent of homes…
Edinburg expands ‘Hometown of Heroes’ call for nominations ahead of 2026 half marathon
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The City of Edinburg is urging residents to submit nominations for its 2026 Hometown of Heroes Half-Marathon, expanding on eligibility guidelines for community members and organizations that have made a meaningful impact on the 4-Time All-America City. Nominations are open through Monday, Jan. 5, 2026. Thirteen honorees will be selected…
Edinburg Cares food drive wraps, today, Nov. 18; drop-off sites listed
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg Cares Food Drive enters its final days, with donations accepted through Tuesday, Nov. 18, to help provide holiday meals for about 1,000 local families. Organizers are seeking nonperishable items such as canned vegetables, beans, soups, cranberry sauce, stuffing and gravy mixes. Donations may be dropped off at the…
UFO Fest returns Nov. 20–22 with ‘Ancient Aliens’ live show, local lore and downtown finale
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The City of Edinburg will host its annual UFO Festival & Conference Nov. 20–22 at the Edinburg Arts, Culture & Events Center (ACE Center), featuring a live stage appearance by cast members from the History Channel’s “Ancient Aliens,” community storytelling tied to Edinburg’s 1966 UFO incident, science programming and a…
Edinburg Council to weigh rezoning, water plant upgrade and landfill contract at Nov. 18 meeting
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg City Council on Tuesday, Nov. 18, will consider a full slate of items ranging from a neighborhood rezoning request and water plant rehabilitation to appointments on regional boards, according to the posted agenda. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 415 W. University Drive. City Manager’s…
Chamber names Nick Cantu incoming board president, citing downtown focus and business growth
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce has selected Aaron Nicholas “Nick” Cantu as incoming president of its Board of Directors, elevating a longtime local entrepreneur and downtown advocate to lead the organization’s volunteer board. Cantu, an Edinburg CISD graduate from Johnny Economedes High School’s Class of 2002, launched his career in…
Deputies say suspect bit officer during arrest near Edinburg; three charges filed
Staff Report Edinburg, TX – A 22-year-old man was arrested Thursday after allegedly biting an Hidalgo County sheriff’s deputy and resisting detention during a response to an assault call in rural Edinburg, authorities said. Deputies were dispatched at about 11:38 a.m. Nov. 13 to the 4400 block of Energy Avenue after a report that Bryan…
Celeste Cabrera-Huff Officially Files for Edinburg-based Texas House District 40
Note: The Edinburg Advocate does not endorse any candidate for any office. Candidates are welcome to send in their first campaign announcements at no charge. The Edinburg Advocate does not edit these announcements and does not vet the statements made in these announcements. Republican Candidate Announces Filing in Austin — Vows to Secure the Border,…
