Edinburg Mayor Omar Ochoa summarizes his city’s rapid growth as being one of “relentless progress” and has the numbers to prove it. The city’s population is expected to reach nearly 115,000 residents by 2028, an expected gain of 15,000 over the 2020 Census. The 15 percent population growth over the last six years makes Edinburg the Rio Grande Valley’s fastest growing city of any community with over 25,000 residents. At…
An elementary school rose on Edinburg’s east side in 1926 and its purpose during times of segregation was made clear. “The Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District established Stephen F. Austin Grade School for Mexican students,” states a Texas Historical Commission plaque that was recently placed in front of the century-old school. “They chose a site at E. Kuhn and N. 21st Streets near many of Edinburg’s Mexican families.” Stephen F.…
Fiesta Edinburg, the annual vibrant festival presented by the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce, promises four days of enchantment at the Bert Ogden Arena March 5-8. This event is a fusion of two days of pulsating live music, thrilling carnival games and a plethora of family entertainment options. From the rhythm of captivating tunes to the excitement of carnival delights, Fiesta Edinburg is a vibrant celebration that invites attendees to immerse…
DHR Health will host its free 16th annual Community Health Fair on Feb. 21 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance (118 Paseo del Prado). The morning includes free health screenings, health education talks led by medical experts, and a variety of booths offering health resources from DHR Health and community partners. By bringing together healthcare professionals and local organizations, the event helps connect individuals…
Join the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the City of Edinburg on Jan. 21 for the 2025 State of the 956 Legislative Luncheon. This annual event brings together regional leaders, innovators and community stakeholders for an engaging discussion on the growth, challenges and future of the Rio Grande Valley. This year’s distinguished speakers include Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa, Texas State Senate, District 20; and Senator Adam Hinojosa, Texas State…
The head football coach of a brand-new college football team had a blank slate as his UTRGV Vaqueros kicked off their football season in late August 2025. Travis Bush had been through this before as an assistant coach when UT-San Antonio launched its first football season in 2011. Now Bush was the head man of a new football venture further south in Edinburg. “Coming in there weren’t too many expectations,”…
DHR Health celebrates family caregivers by inviting them to its 12th annual “Circle of Care” Caregivers Conference on Dec. 6 at at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance. The event is designed to empower caregivers with knowledge, resources and inspiration while also prioritizing something they often neglect — their own health and well-being. Taking place from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., the conference includes workshops, interactive educational sessions, wellness-focused discussions,…
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and he City of Edinburg-Government present the Night of Lights Parade on Dec. 5 in Downtown Edinburg. This year’s theme is “Cinema Christmas” so think of “Home Alone,” “A Christmas Story,” or even “The Grinch.”
The Ebony Hills Golf Course and the adjoining Echo Hotel were signature pieces for decades on Edinburg’s landscape as the city established itself during its earliest years. The golf course was opened in 1927 as a municipal property before being privately owned and today is again a public golf course. The Echo opened about three decades later as a showpiece two-story hotel. Community leaders developed the Echo as a city…
The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation recently announced its support and approval of a major downtown renovation led by LEWIS Building LLC. The project will restore and repurpose a historic 1925 building located at 221–225 E. University Drive and 115–119 N. 13th Avenue. The renovation will be completed in phases. Phase 1 will deliver six “white-box” commercial rental spaces — move-in-ready units featuring finished walls, lighting and essential infrastructure. The spaces…