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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…
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…
Museum of South Texas History To Host Weekend Of Musical Performances, Activities
EDINBURG, Texas — The Museum of South Texas History invites the community to enjoy a weekend of activities and performances. On May 7, “From Baroque to the 21st Century, Viola & Guitar Recital,” a musical performance featuring Joel Págan and Hector Javier Rodriguez Santos, will start at 11 a.m. in the museum’s Courtyard Gallery. This recital features…
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…
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…
Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday
Natural disasters will continue to happen. Prepare yourself during the 2022 Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday for emergencies that can cause physical damage like hurricanes, flash floods and wildfires. You can purchase certain emergency preparation supplies tax free during the sales tax holiday. There is no limit on the number of qualifying items you can purchase,…
Zero COVID-19 Deaths in Hidalgo County, 152 New Cases
*Due to differences in data processing, timing, and methodology, there may be discrepancies between the information presented in this report and the Texas DSHS dashboard. COVID-19 positive case total for Wednesday 152 Confirmed 74 Probable 78 Suspect 0 Total COVID-19 positive cases in Hidalgo County 199,137 Confirmed 127,957 Probable 68,021 Suspect…
