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Women Veterans to Be Honored at Art Social Event in Edinburg
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – Local organizations will celebrate Women Veterans Recognition Day with an evening of art, refreshments, and community at the “Art Social: Colors of Courage” event on Thursday, June 12. The event will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Edinburg Arts, Culture & Events Center, 315 W. McIntyre Street.…
ECISD Board Rejects Hiring New ‘Chief Academic Officer’ Position, Approves Review of Super’s Contract
Arnoldo Mata EDINBURG TX — The Edinburg CISD Board of Trustees rejected Supt. Mario Salinas’ request to hire someone to serve as Chief Academic Officer, a new position not currently in the district’s budget. The action took place during Monday night’s Board Meeting. The item was discussed in closed session. Upon exiting the executive session,…
ACTIVE SCENE: Man Climbs Rooftop With Shovel After Fleeing Edinburg Police
3:40 PM, JUNE 9, 2025 Staff Report EDINBURG TX – At this moment, Edinburg police are responding to a developing situation near the intersection of Schunior and Jackson involving a man reported to be acting suspiciously and possibly under the influence of drugs. Authorities said the man was initially seen waving what appeared to be…
Edinburg to Host Expanded Texas Cook’Em BBQ Festival and Independence Day Celebration
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is preparing to host one of the largest Independence Day events in South Texas with the return of Texas Cook’Em: High Steaks in Edinburg, set for Friday, July 4, 2025, at Ebony Hills Golf Course. The annual festival, which has become a regional Fourth of…
Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez to Seek Third Term
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez announced that he will seek re-election in 2026, aiming for a third term in office. Cortez, who took office in 2019, pointed to his administration’s accomplishments over the past six years, including major infrastructure projects and financial improvements for the county. He emphasized that…
Edinburg IT Director Named One of Nation’s Top 10 in City Government
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – Daniel Vera, the City of Edinburg’s Director of Information Technology, has been named one of the Top 10 City Government IT Directors for 2025 by Government CIO Outlook, a national publication recognizing excellence in municipal technology leadership. Vera was honored for his innovative approach to digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and service delivery.…
Edinburg Teen Police Academy Opens Registration for Summer Sessions, Deadline June 10
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Edinburg Police Department is now accepting applications for its 2025 Teen Police Academy, a hands-on summer program designed to introduce high school students to law enforcement careers and community safety practices. Open to Edinburg residents ages 14 to 17, the free academy offers two sessions: June 16–20 and June…
TODAY: Sekula Library to Launch Summer Reading Program with Family Art Fair
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library will kick off its 2025 Summer Reading Program with a festive family event on Friday, June 6, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 1906 S. Closner Blvd. The kickoff party will feature an art fair with colorful arts and crafts, games, and hands-on…
TONIGHT: Edinburg Fire Department to Host Sparky’s Bash to Kick Off Summer Break
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Edinburg Fire Department is inviting families to celebrate the start of summer at “Sparky’s School Is Out Bash,” a free community event set for Thursday, June 5, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Promenade Park Amphitheater, 201 W. McIntyre St. The evening will feature games, moon jumps,…
Edinburg to Host ‘Daddy & Me’ Pool Event in Celebration of Father’s Day
Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The City of Edinburg Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual “Daddy & Me” event on Saturday, June 14, offering an evening of poolside fun for fathers and father figures. Scheduled from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Edinburg Municipal Pool, located at 125 Mark S. Peña Drive,…
