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“Construction can’t continue”: South Texas builders say ICE arrests have upended industry
Photo above: A group of home builders in the Rio Grande Valley said construction has slowed amid an increase in arrests by immigration officers. Photo by Michael Gonzalez for The Texas Tribune Berenice Garcia, The Texas Tribune One morning in mid-November, Mario Guerrero, the executive director of the South Texas Builders Association, was checking a…
Read MoreEdinburg Police Officer Recognized With Lifesaving Award
EDINBURG, Texas– On Wednesday, April 20th, 2022 the Edinburg Police Department recognized and awarded Edinburg Police Officer Joaquin Garcia with the Lifesaving Award during a ceremony held at the Edinburg Police Department. “It’s an honor and a privilege to be here. I have this man to thank,” said Edinburg resident Jaime Cavazos, “[Officer Garcia’s] actions…
Read MoreDia de los Ninos, Dia de los Libros Celebration Apr. 29
Date: Friday, April 29th, 2022Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 PMLocation: Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial LibraryEDINBURG, TX – Mark your calendars and join the Dustin Public Library to celebrate Dia de Los Ninos, Dia de los Libros on April 29th, 2022! Guests can expect free books, games, activities, prizes and more! The event will be happening on Friday, April 29th, 2022 from…
Read MoreEdinburg EDC Hosts Elements of Business Planning Workshop
Date: Tuesday, May 10, 2022Time: 2:00 PM –4:00 PM Register: economicdevelopment@cityofedinburg.comLocation: Edinburg Conference Center at RenaissanceEDINBURG, TX – Save the date! The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) in collaboration with UTRGV Entrepreneurship & Commercialization Center, UTRGV Small Business Development Center, U.S. Small Business Administration, and Edinburg Chamber of Commerce present Elements of Business Planning. This educational workshop will teach…
Read MoreEdinburg City Council Appoints Myra L. Ayala As City Manager
“I’m confident we have selected the right individual for the job-someone that embodies the same core values as our residents. A person of integrity, compassion, and dedication to serving the public.” -Mayor Ramiro Garza Jr. EDINBURG, Texas–During the April 19th, 2022 regularly scheduled Edinburg City Council meeting, the Mayor and Council named Myra L. Ayala…
Read MoreEdinburg PD Report Auto-Cycle Accident; Cyclist Sent To Local Hospital
On Tuesday, April 19, 2022 just after 6:00 am, Edinburg police officers were called to the 2600 block of South Business 281 in reference to an accident involving a motor vehicle and an electric bicycle. When officers arrived at the scene, they saw a 42-year-old man lying on the roadway and a 2017 gray Ford Explorer with…
Read MoreTwo Democrats, Two Republicans In Special Election For TX-34 Seat
The winner of the special election will replace former U.S. Rep. Filemon Vela, D-Brownsville, who resigned last month to work for Akin Gump. District runs into Edinburg. BY PATRICK SVITEK, for the Texas Tribune Two Democrats and two Republicans have filed for the June 14 special election to replace former U.S. Rep. Filemon Vela, D-Brownsville, in a South…
Read MoreTexas Cook’Em Officials Announce 4th of July Weekend Celebration
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and the City of Edinburg are excited to announce Aaron Watson as the 16th Annual Texas Cook’Em: High Steaks in Edinburg headliner. The celebration will be held at the Ebony Hills Golf Course, 300 W. Mark S. Pena Drive on Saturday, July 2, 2022.Texas Cook’Em is one of the state’s…
Read MoreMunicipal Swimming Pool Closed
EDINBURG, TX – As a safety precaution due to the demolition of the pool house, the Edinburg Municipal Waterpark Lap Swimming Pool will be closed beginning April 5th through April 17th. For more information, call the Aquatics Division at 956-381-5631.
Read MoreStorywalk: The Busy Tree
EDINBURG, TX –Read a delightful children’s book displayed along the trails in the Children’s Garden this month! StoryWalk® is a series of signs featuring pages from a children’s book, and as you stroll down the trail, you’re directed to the next page in the story. It’s a fun and educational way for children and adults…
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