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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

Edinburg FLIP prgram

Edinburg EDC’s FLIP Program Enhances Local Business Landscapes

Photo above: The Edinburg EDC’s FLIP program will open for applications this coming Monday. Courtesy Edinburg EDC. Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) continues to bolster local businesses through its Façade and Lot Improvement Program (FLIP), offering financial assistance to small enterprises aiming to enhance their properties. ​Applications for the program will be…

Mario Salinas

ECISD Board Renews Superintendent’s Contract, No Details Provided In Public Meeting

By Arnoldo Mata Edinburg TX – The Edinburg CISD Board of Trustees last night voted unanimously to approve the contract renewal of Superintendent Mario Salinas’ contract. No details of the contract renewal were provided during the public section of the meeting. During their regular meeting on Tuesday, March 11, the ECISD Board of Trustees emerged…

ECISD Board Report

ECISD Board To Hire 2 New Head Football Coaches, Economedes Principal In Special Meeting Friday Afternoon

By Arnoldo Mata Edinburg TX – The Edinburg CISD Board of Trustees called for a special board meeting this Friday, March 14, at 5 pm to address head coaching and principal vacancies. No names have been announced as potential candidates. The Board will address vacancies for Athletic Coordinator/ Head Football Coach at Edinburg North High School,…

HOme Town Heros selected

Honorees Announced For 5th Annual Hometown of Heroes Half-Marathon

Photo above: The honorees for the Hometown of Heroes Half-Marathon are pictured above, along with the mile markers to be used for the race. Photo courtesy City of Edinburg. Staff Report EDINBURG TX — The City of Edinburg has named 14 distinguished residents as honorees for the 5th Annual Hometown of Heroes Half-Marathon, with each…

Hidalgo County Health

Measles Cases Reported in Texas, Hidalgo County Urges Precautions

Staff Report EDINBURG TX – A measles outbreak has been reported in the Texas Panhandle, with additional exposures in parts of Central Texas. While no confirmed cases have been reported in Hidalgo County, health officials are urging residents to stay vigilant and ensure vaccinations are up to date, particularly for school-aged children. Measles is a…

Perryman Column

Tariffs on US Imports from Canada and Mexico will cost 1.9 million US jobs if Sustained

The Perryman Group Releases Estimates of Total Economic Costs, March 05, 2025 Tariffs of 25% on virtually all goods imported from Mexico and Canada with the exception of Canadian energy products (which are scheduled to be 10%) were recently announced. If levies of this magnitude are sustained for one year, The Perryman Group estimates that…

txdot

TxDOT Conducting Travel Surveys to Improve RGV Transportation

Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is conducting household and business travel surveys to gather data that will help improve the Rio Grande Valley’s transportation system. In collaboration with the Rio Grande Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization, TxDOT is assessing local travel patterns to determine which projects could enhance regional transportation…

Knitters Club

Dusty’s Knitters Club to Offer Knitting Sessions in March

Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library is inviting the community to explore the art of knitting through Dusty’s Knitters Club this March. Led by instructor Virginia Bishop, the sessions will provide an opportunity for participants to learn how to knit mittens, beanies, and scarves while experiencing the creativity and relaxation…

HOmetown of Heroes Run

Edinburg to Host 5th Annual Hometown of Heroes Half Marathon and 10K Run

Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The City of Edinburg is set to host the 5th Annual Hometown of Heroes Half Marathon and 10K Run on Sunday, March 9, 2025. The race will begin at 7:45 a.m. and is open to runners of all skill levels. Participants can choose from a 13.1-mile half marathon, a 10K…

Citizenship classes

Edinburg Library to Offer Free U.S. Citizenship Preparation Classes

Staff Report EDINBURG — The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library is offering free U.S. citizenship exam preparation classesfor individuals looking to take the next step in becoming American citizens. The classes will cover civics, U.S. history, and exam tips to help participants prepare for the naturalization process. Sessions are available in Spanish and bilingual (English and Spanish) formats. Class Schedule: 📍 Location: Dustin M. Sekula Memorial…

IHG Hotel

Edinburg to Welcome IHG Dual-Brand Hotel Development with $18–$20 Million Investment

Edinburg, EEDC, IHG, Staybridge Suites, Holiday Inn, Binning...
Library Kick Off Party

Edinburg Library to Kick Off 2026 Summer Reading Program with Dinosaur Show June 3

Edinburg Library, Summer Reading Program, Jurassic RGV, Family...