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Hidalgo County Judge Responds To Texas Ag Commissioner’s Order to Redirect Rio Grande Water
Staff Report Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has issued an executive order allowing farmers and ranchers in the Rio Grande Valley to draw excess water from the Rio Grande for irrigation. The move comes after heavy rainfall in Mexico caused significant runoff from the Marte Gomez reservoir, sending surplus water into the Gulf of Mexico.…
At debate, Mayra Flores shrugs off concern about mandating South Texans carry passports
Photo above: Former U.S. Rep. Mayra Flores speaks during a debate with U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez. During the debate, Flores attacked Gonzalez for his stance on immigration and the border. Credit: Courtesy: CBS4 NBC23/NewsNation By Berenice Garcia, The Texas TribuneOct. 18, 2024 “At debate, Mayra Flores shrugs off concern about mandating South Texans carry passports” was first…
Edinburg Alumna returns to STC to shape the next generation of sonographers
Photo Above: Nora Peña is wrapping up her first year as a full-time STC faculty member, embracing the opportunity to give back to the institution that launched her career in both Diagnostic Medical Sonography and Radiologic Technology. Photo courtesy STC. Selene Rodriguez, STC Communications As she concludes her first year as a full-time faculty member at South…
Edinburg Chef Lands Spot On Food Network Show
Photo: Chef Graham Campbell, who owns the Castlehill Bistro, appeared on the Food Network’s “Last Bite Hotel.” Photo courtesy of the Food Network. By Arnoldo Mata From the windswept coast of western Scotland, Oban is about a three-hour drive to Edinburgh. However, it’s been a years-long journey to Edinburg, Texas, for Graham Campbell, whose love…
The Working Poor
Dr. M. Ray Perryman In 2022, 37.9 million people (11.5% the US population), lived below the official poverty level according to the US Census Bureau. For context, in 2022, the weighted average poverty threshold for a family of four was $29,950. For an individual, it was income below $14,880. These values are updated annually to…
Governor Appoints Edinburg Business Owner Lozano to Lead Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority
Staff Report AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Robert L. Lozano as the presiding officer of the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority (HCRMA), with his term running until February 1, 2026. The HCRMA is tasked with developing and overseeing transportation infrastructure projects in the region, playing a critical role in enhancing mobility and facilitating…
Edinburg Police Rescue Two from Canal After Early Morning Crash
Photo above: Water drips from a vehicle pulled from a canal by a Edinburg rescue crews. Staff Report EDINBURG — Two people were pulled from a vehicle after it overturned in a canal early Saturday morning, leaving one in critical condition. Shortly before 2 a.m., Edinburg police responded to the 2300 block of W. Sprague…
Edinburg Police Arrest Two in Connection with Multiple Burglaries
Photo above: Burglary suspects, at left, Julio Miguel Fuentes, and Johnny Lee Moralez. Staff Report EDINBURG—Two Edinburg residents have been arrested in connection with a series of burglaries at local businesses, according to the Edinburg Police Department. The arrests follow an investigation into burglaries reported on September 28, 2024, when officers responded to three businesses:…
STC conduit for cutting-edge careers in manufacturing
Photo above: Since 2010, Manufacturing Day at STC’s Technology Campus has been a showcase for the innovation and ingenuity of regional manufacturers. STC recently hosted more than 100 students who spent the day meeting with industry professionals and learning of all the latest advancements in industry. Joey Gomez, STC Communications MCALLEN, TEXAS – South Texas College’s…
Edinburg Police Department Hosts ‘Coffee with a Cop’ Events
Staff Report EDINBURG — The Edinburg Police Department is inviting the community to join officers for a series of “Coffee with a Cop” events throughout October. These sessions are designed to strengthen relationships between police officers and residents in a casual, approachable setting. The first event was held on Oct. 3 at Starbucks on University…
