Edinburg sales tax revenue dips slightly amid mixed Hidalgo County results

By The Edinburg Advocate | January 8, 2026

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, Sales tax Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Edinburg received just over $3.15 million in sales tax revenue for January as cities across Hidalgo County shared in $1.2 billion in statewide distributions announced by the Texas Comptroller’s Office. The city’s allocation totaled $3,156,874.04, a decrease of 0.57% compared with $3,174,996.99 received…

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Edinburg council weighs subdivision rezoning, names new Edinburg EDC board members

By The Edinburg Advocate | January 8, 2026
Edinburg city council meeting report sign

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, Edinburg City Council Meeting Arnoldo Mata Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg City Council held its Jan. 6 regular meeting with extended discussion focused on a residential subdivision rezoning request that council members said could lead to future variance requests, along with changes to the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation board. Edinburg City…

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Edinburg residents warn of data center impacts during City Council public comments

By The Edinburg Advocate | January 8, 2026
Row of black server racks in data center

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, Edinburg Data Centers Arnoldo Mata Edinburg, TX – Two speakers used public comment at the Jan. 6 Edinburg City Council meeting to raise concerns about potential AI and data center development, warning of impacts on electricity costs, water demand, air quality and neighborhood safety. Edinburg public comment focuses on AI data…

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STC to launch AI community course in 2026

By The Edinburg Advocate | January 7, 2026
Bearded man typing at desktop computer in classroom

South Texas College, AI course, Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, Education, Online Course Photo above: In the new year, South Texas College is introducing a new community course – Essentials of AI, or artificial intelligence. The course, beginning January 20, offered through STC’s Continuing Education and Workforce Development, is an entry-level introduction to AI, taught byfaculty…

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RGV LEAD rolls out regional student entrepreneurship challenge with Jan. 14 virtual kickoff

By The Edinburg Advocate | January 7, 2026
RGV Student Startup Showdown virtual kick-off

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, student entrepreneurship, RGV LEAD, Education Staff Report McAllen, TX – RGV LEAD has launched the S3 Entrepreneurship Challenge, a regional initiative aimed at expanding hands-on entrepreneurial learning and industry engagement for students across the Rio Grande Valley. Program launch and kickoff session The S3 Entrepreneurship Challenge will begin with a virtual…

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Edinburg Chamber to Host Ribbon Cutting for Fuego Boutique’s New Location Today

By The Edinburg Advocate | January 7, 2026
Ribbon cutting invitation with blue ribbon and scissors

Staff Report Edinburg, TX — The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce invites the community to celebrate the grand opening of Fuego Boutique with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new location. The event will take place Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., at 409 E. Malh St., Edinburg, TX 78539. Local leaders, business partners, and community members are encouraged to attend and show…

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Youth accordionists invited to apply for 2026 Big Squeeze competition, deadline Jan. 7

By The Edinburg Advocate | January 7, 2026
The Big Squeeze 2026 youth accordionists wanted

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, arts and culture Staff Report Edinburg, TX – Young accordion players from across Texas and beyond are being encouraged to apply for the 2026 edition of The Big Squeeze, a statewide accordion competition that highlights emerging talent and diverse musical traditions. Presented by Texas Folklife, the annual competition is now accepting applications from…

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Edinburg library launches free children’s programs to kick off 2026

By The Edinburg Advocate | January 7, 2026
Dustin M. Sekula Library January 2026 children's programs

Edinburg News, Edinburg TX News, library programs, Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library, children’s programs Staff Report Edinburg, TX – The Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library is welcoming the new year with a full slate of free children’s programs throughout January, offering opportunities for learning, creativity and family-friendly fun. The City of Edinburg Library and Cultural Arts Department announced…

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