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Final orientation session scheduled for Edinburg library citizenship program
Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, citizenship classes, Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Residents seeking U.S. citizenship have one final opportunity to attend an upcoming orientation session for the City of Edinburg’s citizenship preparation program. The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library will host bilingual orientation sessions on Saturday, Feb. 28, and Saturday,…
Edinburg library announces March Teen & Tween programs for ages 11-18
Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, Teen Programs, Library Events Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library will host a series of Teen & Tween programs in March for youth ages 11 to 18. The programs will take place throughout the month at the library, 1906 S. Closner Blvd., and are organized by…
STC alumnus turns setbacks into a leadership journey in higher education
Photo Caption: From layoff to leadership, South Texas College alumnus Enrique Jorge said his journey to a new career through STC is a story about the power of resilience and the impact of education in transforming setbacks into steppingstones. More than a decade later, Jorge said he is now pursuing a doctorate in Higher Education Administration…
Edinburg CISD board hears preliminary STAAR overview, addresses campus metrics and facilities agenda
Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, school board, public comment, enrollment Arnoldo Mata Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg CISD board went over the preliminary STARR overview from test reports. The Board also took action on personnel matters. Accountability overview and campus metrics Assessment Director Jose Garza presented an overview of preliminary STAAR results for the 2024-25…
Council reviews self-funded health plan performance, approves staffing and development measures
Editor’s note: Some Edinburg City Council meeting cover a wide range of topics. In order to provide the best coverage for Edinburg residents, The Edinburg Advocate develops multiple stories. You can see our previous story here. Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, employee health plan, city ordinances Arnoldo Mata Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg City Council on…
Venezuela
Dr. M. Ray PerrymanPe Despite a wealth of natural resources, Venezuela has been facing prolonged upheaval, punctuated by hyperinflation, corruption, and a resultant humanitarian crisis. Recent developments, including the US removal of Nicolas Maduro, offer hope for meaningful improvement, though the situation is still evolving. Given the country’s vast oil reserves, the changing dynamics have…
Rio Grande Valley Dance Regional Competition set for Feb. 21 at ACE Center
Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, cultural arts, dance competition Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The City of Edinburg Cultural Arts Division and Conceptos Dance Ensemble will present the 2026 Rio Grande Valley Dance Regional Competition on Feb. 21. The event will take place from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, at the Edinburg…
Eight cadets to graduate from Edinburg Police Department’s inaugural academy class
Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, police academy, public safety Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg Police Department will graduate eight cadets from its first police academy class Feb. 20, marking the completion of the department’s inaugural training program. The graduation ceremony is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, in the Edinburg City Council…
Hidalgo County Precinct 4, Edinburg CISD to hold groundbreaking for Southeast Park
Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, parks and recreation, infrastructure Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Hidalgo County Precinct 4 and the Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District will hold a groundbreaking ceremony Feb. 25 for the new Southeast Park. The ceremony is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026, at 4483 E. Canton Rd., behind Betts Elementary…
Residents raise concerns over taxes, library services and development as council advances EMS contract
Editor’s note: Some Edinburg City Council meeting cover a wide range of topics. In order to provide the best coverage for Edinburg residents, The Edinburg Advocate develops multiple stories. We will post the subsequent stories here. Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, public comments, EMS contract Arnoldo Mata Edinburg, TX – Public concerns over taxes, bond debt,…