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Hidalgo County Commissioners Court to Consider Economic Incentive Agreements, New Risk Management Director Position at Oct. 13 Meeting
Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, economic development, Marmon Food Service Technologies, Valeo North America, risk management, auto theft task force, road projects, elections Staff Report Edinburg TX – The Hidalgo County Commissioners Court will consider two economic incentive agreements and the creation of a new Director of Risk Management position when it meets Monday, Oct. 13, at…
Former Hidalgo County Detention Officer Charged With Official Oppression After Striking Handcuffed Inmate
Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office, Luis Vega, official oppression, detention officer, inmate, use of force, Hidalgo County Adult Detention facility Staff Report Edinburg TX – Hidalgo County Sheriff’s investigators Thursday charged a former adult detention officer with official oppression after an investigation determined he struck a handcuffed inmate multiple times in the face at the Hidalgo County…
Edinburg Invites High School Students to Enter Los Muertos Bailan Chalk Art Competition Oct. 24
Chalk art, Los Muertos Bailan, Día de los Muertos, Edinburg, high school, cultural arts, competition Staff Report Edinburg TX – The City of Edinburg Cultural Arts Department is inviting local high school students to participate in the Los Muertos Bailan High School Chalk Art Competition on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, as part of the city’s annual…
Edinburg Library Offers Full Lineup of Adult Programs in October at Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library
Adult programs, Edinburg, Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library, knitting, tai chi, computer classes, writing club Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library is offering a full schedule of adult programs throughout October 2026 at 1906 S. Closner Blvd. Knitting Club meets Thursdays, Oct. 1, 8, 15 and 22 at 6 p.m. The beginner-friendly…
Edinburg Library Offers Lineup of October Children’s Programs at Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library
Children’s programs, Edinburg, Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library, storytime, toddler, homeschool, art, family Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library is offering a full lineup of children’s programs throughout October 2026 at 1906 S. Closner Blvd. Pre-School Story Time (Ages 3–5) meets Fridays at 10 a.m. with the following schedule: Toddler Time (Ages 0–3)…
STC helps adult learners turn high school diplomas into career pathways
Photo above: Through a partnership with The PossAble Dream Adult High School, STC is helping adult learners gain workforce skills, earn industry-based certifications in areas such as phlebotomy, electrocardiography (EKG) and HVAC while completing their high school education. Photo courtesy of STC Communications. Selene Rodriguez, STC Communications At 38, South Texas College student and recent PossAble…
STC earns ‘Gold’ for veterans’ support
Photo above: South Texas College has earned “Gold” status by the Veteran Education Excellence Recognition Award (VEERA) from the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC), the highest distinction available through the statewide program. TVC has established VEERA to recognize public colleges and universities that demonstrate excellence in education and services for veterans and military-connected students. Photo courtesy…
STC connects students with manufacturing futures
Photo above: South Texas College’s Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT) program celebrated Manufacturing Day at STC’s Technology Campus, connecting students with industry leaders, hands-on demonstrations and tours with local manufacturers. Students heard from Valeo Site General Manager Francois Vermeulen, who was keynote speaker at the event. Photo courtesy STC Communications. Joey Gomez, STC Communications Edinburg TX – South…
STISD Launches Free Supper Program Beginning Oct. 5
Supper Program, South Texas ISD, USDA, CACFP, free meals, children, after-school Staff Report Edinburg TX – South Texas Independent School District will launch a free Supper Program on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, offering meals to children 18 and younger and to students with disabilities who are enrolled in a program for individuals with disabilities up to…
Edinburg City Council Approves Sweeping UDC Overhaul After Year of Review
Edinburg City Council, UDC, unified development code, drag strip, data center, Lions Club, white cane, breast cancer, Filipino American, physician assistants, property taxes, infrastructure, townhomes Arnoldo Mata Edinburg TX – The Edinburg City Council approved more than 60 amendments to the city’s Unified Development Code Monday, Oct. 6, capping nearly a year of review aimed at…