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May 10, 2019
STXIFF Announces Film SelectionsIt’s an exciting day! The South Texas International Film Festival is announcing the 2019 Official Selections.
We had 126 film submissions representing 20 countries from around the world! For more information visit South Texas Film Festival
We had 126 film submissions representing 20 countries from around the world! For more information visit South Texas Film Festival
Apr 15, 2019
2019 Edinburg Parks & Recreation SurveyThe City of Edinburg invites residents to fill out the 2019 Edinburg Parks & Recreation Survey. Your responses will help us better plan parks, facilities, trails and programs for the Edinburg Community.
Apr 05, 2019
Out of This World UFO Conference & FestivalRated # 3 among the world's best UFO-themed events, the Edinburg "Out of This World!"
Apr 03, 2019
Edinburg Mayor's Prayer BreakfastWednesday, Feb. 13, 2019 ( Edinburg, Texas) - Edinburg Mayor's Prayer Breakfast will be held Wednesday, April 3 at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance. This inaugural event will bring spiritual awareness to our growing community.
Mar 27, 2019
Edinburg selected as finalist for 2019 All-America City AwardThe National Civic League and the City of Edinburg is proud to announce that Edinburg has been selected as a finalist for the 2019 All-America City Award (AAC).
Mar 07, 2019
Dustin Sekula Memorial Library's New WebsiteThursday, March 7, 2019 (Edinburg, Tx) - Dustin Sekula Memorial Library launched the new website. Take a look here and find something to do or learn more about all the signature annual events the library offers.
Feb 26, 2019
Municipal Court to hold Amnesty Program through Friday, March 15Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019 (Edinburg, Tx) - The City of Edinburg Municipal Court announced an Amnesty Program that will allow people with outstanding fines to pay up without being arrested.
Feb 18, 2019
Bridge structure on Chapin Road to be improvedMonday, Feb. 18, 2019 (EDINBURG, TEXAS) - The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces that there will the Chapin Bridge on Chapin Road will, just a quarter mile east of FM 2061 in Edinburg, will be closed.
Feb 18, 2019
U.S. Census Bureau is hiring for the 2020 CensusMonday, Feb. 18, 2019 (EDINBURG, TEXAS) - The U.S. Census Bureau is hiring thousands of people to be Census Takers throughout the country.
You can make a difference in our community by applying for a temporary 2020 Census job right here in Edinburg.
You can learn more and apply online at 2020census.gov/jobs
You can make a difference in our community by applying for a temporary 2020 Census job right here in Edinburg.
You can learn more and apply online at 2020census.gov/jobs
Jan 30, 2019
Sekula Memorial Library Children's Department to Host Early Computer Literacy ClassesThe Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library will host a four-week Early Computer Literacy Class for children in grades third through fifth.
Jan 23, 2019
Furloughed federal employees can apply for unemployment benefitsEDINBURG, TEXAS (Jan. 23, 2019) – The partial government shutdown, going on more than 30 days, has affected federal employees who are now going without pay. The shutdown started on Dec. 22, 2018 and has affected more than 800,000 federal workers nationwide and 35,000 Texans.
Jan 17, 2019
Edinburg Assisting Residents Affected by Government Shutdown with Utility BillThe City of Edinburg is assisting residents who are on furlough due to the government shut down with their utility bill.
Jan 16, 2019
City Council Recognizes Aureliano X. Martinez for 26 Years of Service at the Edinburg Housing AuthorityThe Edinburg City Council recognized Aureliano X. Martinez for 26 years of dedicated service to the Edinburg Housing Authority at the Jan. 15 city council meeting.
The Edinburg City Council recognized Aureliano X. Martinez for 26 years of dedicated service to the Edinburg Housing Authority at the Jan. 15 city council meeting.
Dec 20, 2018
Edinburg Announces Cesar Torres as New Chief of PoliceThe City of Edinburg announced the hiring of Cesar Torres as the new Chief of Police for the Edinburg Police Department.
Dec 17, 2018
Coffee with the Mayor Scheduled for Dec. 20 at Anita's CafeEdinburg Mayor Richard Molina will host his monthly Coffee with the Mayor event Thursday, Dec. 20, at Anita’s Café from 8-10 a.m.
Dec 17, 2018
Edinburg Police Department Increases DWI Patrols to Save Lives this Holiday SeasonThe holiday season can be a dangerous time for alcohol-related crashes, deaths and injuries on Texas roadways. In 2017, there were 2,469 alcohol-related crashes in Texas during the holiday season. These crashes killed 96 people and seriously injured another 202.
Dec 11, 2018
Registration Open for 37th Annual All-America City David Chavana 10K Run/Walk, Fun Run and Miracle MileThe City of Edinburg has opened registration for the 37th Annual All-America City David Chavana 10K Run/Walk, Fun Run and Miracle Mile. The race will be Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019, at 9 a.m.
Dec 10, 2018
Special City Council Meeting Scheduled for Dec. 10The Edinburg City Council will hold a special city council meeting Monday, Dec. 10, at noon at the Edinburg City Hall Council Chambers.
Dec 03, 2018
Edinburg to Kickoff 2018 Holiday Season This WeekThe City of Edinburg will begin the 2018 Holiday Season Thursday, Dec. 6, with the annual Lighting of the Tree in the courtyard at Edinburg City Hall at 6 p.m.
Nov 28, 2018
Edinburg to Host First Ever Food Trucks at Ebony Hills EventThe City of Edinburg will host the first ever Food Trucks at Ebony Hills event Saturday, Dec. 15, from 6-10 p.m. at Ebony Hills Golf Course.
Nov 27, 2018
Edinburg Police Department Accepting Donations for its 26th Annual Blue Santa Toy DriveThe Edinburg Police Department is currently accepting donations for its annual Blue Santa Toy Drive.
Nov 21, 2018
City Council Recognizes Judge Juan R. Partida for 30 Years of Service to the 275th District CourtThe Edinburg city council recognized Judge Juan R. Partida for 30 years of service to the 275th District Court.
Nov 21, 2018
Edinburg Mayor and Council will Host Tailgate at UTRGV Nov. 26Edinburg Mayor Richard Molina and the Edinburg City Council will host a tailgate before the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley men’s basketball game versus Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi Monday, Nov. 26.
Nov 16, 2018
Edinburg Parks & Recreation to Hold Thanksgiving Camp Nov. 19-21The Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department will host its annual Thanksgiving Camp beginning Monday, Nov. 19, through Nov. 21 for children ages 6-12.
Nov 15, 2018
Annual Lighting of the Tree set for December 6The City of Edinburg along with the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation will kick off the holiday season with the annual Lighting of the Christmas Tree Thursday, Dec. 6, at the City Hall Courtyard. The event will begin at 6 p.m.
Nov 13, 2018
Edinburg Police Officers Participate in No Shave November to Honor One of Their OwnThe Edinburg Police Department is participating in “No Shave November” for a good cause.
Nov 13, 2018
Mayor Richard Molina to Hold Coffee with the Mayor Event at Grind Coffee Co.Edinburg Mayor Richard Molina will host his monthly Coffee with the Mayor event Tuesday, Nov. 13, at Grind Coffee Co. from 6-8 p.m.
Nov 05, 2018
Nov. 6 City Council Meeting Rescheduled for Nov. 8The first regularly scheduled city council meeting in November scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 6, at 6 p.m. has been rescheduled for Thursday, Nov. 8, at 6 p.m. at the Edinburg City Hall Council Chambers.
Nov 02, 2018
Edinburg Announces Night of Lights ParadeThe City of Edinburg along with the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation announced the return of the annual Night of Lights Parade. The parade is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. downtown Edinburg.
Oct 23, 2018
Edinburg Municipal Court to Hold Amnesty Program Nov. 5-9The City of Edinburg Municipal Court announced an amnesty program during Municipal Courts Week that will allow people with outstanding fines to pay up without being arrested.
Oct 22, 2018
Edinburg to Host Los Muertos Bailan: A Da de Los Muertos Celebration Oct. 27The City of Edinburg will host its annual Los Muertos Bailan festival Saturday, Oct. 27, from 6-11 p.m. at the Edinburg City Hall Courtyard.
Oct 18, 2018
Edinburg Fire Marshal's Office Awarded 2018 Achievement of Excellence Bronze Level AwardThe Edinburg Fire Marshal’s Office was awarded the 2018 Achievement of Excellence Bronze Level Award by the Texas Fire Marshal’s Association.
Oct 17, 2018
Edinburg City Council Issues Proclamation Recognizing Texas Chamber of Commerce Week in EdinburgThe Edinburg City Council recognized the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce as a part of Texas Chamber of Commerce Week, which is observed Oct. 15-19.
Oct 17, 2018
Edinburg City Council Proclaims Oct. 25 as National Lights On Afterschool Day in EdinburgEdinburg City Council issued a proclamation to mark Oct. 25 as National Lights On Afterschool Day in Edinburg.
Oct 17, 2018
2018 Bond Election Town Hall Meetings Set for Oct. 22-24The City of Edinburg will host a series of town hall meetings beginning Monday, Oct. 22, regarding the upcoming November Special Election.
Oct 12, 2018
City Council Issues Proclamation to Mark Oct. 7-13 as Emergency Nurses Week in EdinburgThe Edinburg City Council issued a proclamation to recognize Oct. 7-13, 2018 as Emergency Nurses Week in the City of Edinburg.
Oct 12, 2018
Edinburg City Council Appoints Juan Guerra as City ManagerThe Edinburg City Council named Juan Guerra as City Manager at a special city council meeting Friday afternoon.
Oct 10, 2018
Edinburg Holds Kickoff 2020 Census Complete Count Committee Meetingty of Edinburg leaders and community stakeholders kicked off 2020 Census preparation with the first meeting of the Edinburg Complete Count Committee.
Oct 09, 2018
Edinburg Fire Department to host Annual Fire Stoppers FestivalThe Edinburg Fire Department will host its annual Fire Stoppers Festival Oct. 31 through Nov. 4 at H-E-B Park located at 1616 S. Raul Longoria Road.
Sep 28, 2018
City Presents $1 Million Check to UTRGV School of MedicineEdinburg Mayor Richard Molina and the Edinburg City Council presented a $1 million check to the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine.
Sep 28, 2018
Department of Solid Waste Management Announces New Brush and Bulk Collection ScheduleAs part of the City’s on-going efforts to improve services, effective Monday, Oct. 1, 2018, Area No. 5 of the Brush and Bulk Item Collection Schedule will be combined with Area No. 1.
Sep 26, 2018
Edinburg to Hold Third Annual Coffee with a Cop Events Oct. 1-5The Edinburg Police Department will host its third annual Coffee with a Cop series of events beginning Monday, Oct. 1, through Friday, Oct. 5.
Sep 17, 2018
Sekula Memorial Library to Host Hispanic Heritage Month EventsThe Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library will host six events celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in September and October.
Sep 11, 2018
Sandbags Available in EdinburgThe City of Edinburg is making sandbags available to residents at the Edinburg Municipal Park located at 714 S. Raul Longoria Road from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sep 10, 2018
Texas Film Commission Designated Edinburg as a Film Friendly CommunityThe Texas Film Commission announced the designation of Edinburg as a Film Friendly Certified Texas Community.
Sep 10, 2018
NOTICE: City Council Meeting of Sept. 18, 2018 Rescheduled for Sept. 19, 2018The second regularly scheduled city council meeting in September scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 18, at 6 p.m. has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 19, at 6 p.m at the Edinburg City Hall Council Chambers.
Sep 07, 2018
City of Edinburg Receives $1.2 Million Grant to Hire 12 New FirefightersThe City of Edinburg has been awarded a $1,288,821 million grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s SAFER program. SAFER stands for Staffing Adequate Firefighter Emergency Response.
Sep 07, 2018
NOTICE: Closner Boulevard Between Cano Street and McIntyre Street to Close PermanentlyBeginning Monday, Sept. 10, Closner Boulevard between McIntyre Street and Cano Street will be closed permanently due to construction at the Hidalgo County Courthouse.
Sep 04, 2018
Edinburg to Hold Rabies Clinic Sept. 22City of Edinburg Animal Control will host its fall rabies clinic along with Four Paws Animal Hospital Saturday, Sept. 22, at the Richard R. Flores Stadium south parking lot from 10 a.m. to noon.
Aug 29, 2018
City Offices to Close for Labor Day HolidayCity of Edinburg offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 3 in observance of the Labor Day Holiday. Normal hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 4.
Aug 28, 2018
Walk-On's Bistreaux and Bar Breaks Ground in EdinburgThe City of Edinburg and the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce held a groundbreaking ceremony for Walk-On’s Bistreaux and Bar.
Aug 27, 2018
Public Hearing on Proposed Tax Revenue Increase Scheduled for Aug. 28 at Edinburg City HallThe City of Edinburg will hold a special meeting at the Edinburg City Hall Council Chambers on Tuesday, Aug. 28 at 5:30 p.m.
Aug 23, 2018
South Texas International Film Festival Announces 2018 ScheduleThe South Texas International Film Festival (STXIFF) has announced the schedule for its fourth annual festival.
Aug 22, 2018
City Council Recognizes Dancecentre of Edinburg Junior Elite TeamThe Edinburg City Council recognized the Dancecentre of Edinburg Junior Elite Team for winning the Starbound National Talent Competition’s National Finals. The competition was held in San Antonio on July 8.
Aug 21, 2018
Edinburg Welcomes CRUNCH Fitness with Groundbreaking CeremonyThe City of Edinburg and the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce welcomed CRUNCH Fitness to the City with a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday morning.
Aug 15, 2018
Edinburg to Host Fourth Annual South Texas International Film Festival in SeptemberThe South Texas International Film Festival (STXIFF) returns to Edinburg Sept. 5-8, 2018.
Aug 14, 2018
Comics & Sports Collectors Show Back in Edinburg Aug. 25The Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library will host the Comics & Sports Collectors Show on Saturday, Aug. 25 at the Library Meeting Room from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Aug 14, 2018
Edinburg Welcomes 11 New Officers to the Police DepartmentThe City of Edinburg and the Edinburg Police Department held a special ceremony on Monday to welcome 11 new officers.
Aug 03, 2018
23rd Annual National Night Out Event Scheduled for Aug. 7The Edinburg Police Department and the Edinburg Crime Stoppers will host the 23rd Annual National Night Out event on Tuesday, Aug. 7 from 6-10 p.m. at Edinburg Municipal Park.
Aug 03, 2018
Edinburg to Host Disaster Relief Public ForumThe City of Edinburg will host a Disaster Relief Public Forum in conjunction with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Small Business Administration (SBA) on Wednesday, Aug. 8 at 6 p.m. at the City Hall Council Chambers.
Aug 01, 2018
Edinburg Municipal Court Announces Amnesty ProgramThe City of Edinburg Municipal Court announced a two-week amnesty program that will allow people with outstanding fines to pay up without being arrested. Beginning Monday, Aug. 6 through Friday, Aug. 17 the City will waive all Class “C” arrest warrants and dismiss the failure to appear charge for people who show up in person.
Aug 01, 2018
Coffee with the Mayor to take place at Doctors Hospital at RenaissanceEdinburg Mayor Richard Molina will host his monthly Coffee with the Mayor event on Friday, Aug. 3 at the Oasis Café inside Doctors Hospital at Renaissance’s main hospital building from 8-10 a.m
Apr 18, 2018
City Council Recognizes UTRGV Economics TeamThe Edinburg City Council recognized the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Economics students for its first place finish at the 15th Annual CME Group Trading Challenge.
It’s an exciting day! The South Texas International Film Festival is announcing the 2019 Official Selections.
We had 126 film submissions representing 20 countries from around the world! For more information visit South Texas Film Festival
We had 126 film submissions representing 20 countries from around the world! For more information visit South Texas Film Festival