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National Republicans target Gonzalez, Cuellar in 2026 election
U.S. Reps. Vicente Gonzalez, D-McAllen and Henry Cuellar, D-Laredo. Credit: The Texas TribuneBy Matthew Choi, The Texas Tribune “National Republicans target South Texas Democrats for 2026 election” 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. WASHINGTON…
Edinburg CISD Names New Head Football Coaches for Edinburg, Edinburg North
Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – The Edinburg CISD Board of Trustees has hired new head football coaches for Edinburg High School and Edinburg North High School following last month’s staff reassignments. During a special board meeting on March 14, the district named Jose Peña as the new head football coach and athletic director for the…
Driver Arrested for DWI After Rollover Crash, Female Ejected in Edinburg
Photo above: Alcohol and possibly racing involved in roll over crash on north Sugar Road in Edinburg. Photo courtesy Edinburg Police Department. Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – A driver was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated following a major rollover crash early Sunday, according to the Edinburg Police Department. The driver, 21-year-old Juan Carlos…
Edinburg Chamber to Host New Member Orientation on Friday, March 14
Staff Report Edinburg TX — The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce will hold a New Member Orientation on Friday, March 14, 2025, offering an opportunity for members to learn about available benefits and engagement opportunities. The orientation will take place at the chamber’s office, located at 602 W. University Dr. in Edinburg, with two available sessions:…
Texas Senate majority unveils bill requiring voters to prove their citizenship
Photo above: Jessika Morales, 33, helps Francisco Jubera, 63, register to vote at the Nueces County Courthouse in Corpus Christi on Sept. 11, 2024. Credit: Gabriel V. Cárdenas for Votebeat By Natalia Contreras, Votebeat and The Texas TribuneMarch 12, 2025 “Texas Senate majority unveils bill requiring voters to prove their citizenship” was first published by The Texas…
Sweet 16
By Dr. M. Ray Perryman The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is the nation’s best-known framework for categorizing US higher education institutions into tiers based on various criteria. Of particular interest from an economic perspective are the designations related to research activity. Carnegie provides three research designations based on the level of research…
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…
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 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,…
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…
