The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for a new board member to join the organization. “We are seeking dedicated individuals who are enthusiastic about serving their community and effectively serving our 500+ business members,” stated Ronnie Larralde, executive director of the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce. Board members are required to adhere to the following criteria: A member or an employee of a business who is a chamber…
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The Leadership Edinburg steering committee is now accepting applications for the Leadership Edinburg Class XXXV. Aspiring community leaders may to submit their applications through Aug. 18. For years, Leadership Edinburg has been a pivotal platform, connecting community leaders from across the city and region, empowering them with advanced leadership skills. The program’s commitment to excellence has consistently contributed to the growth and improvement of highly motivated professionals. “We are proud…
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The City of Edinburg Public Works Department was recently recognized by the Texas Chapter of the American Public Works Association at the organization’s statewide conference in Waco. City staff attended the event and came back as the winners of the 2023 Exceptional Performance Award for Safety in recognition of their Real-Time Hydrological System. The department’s RTHS is a progressive flood management project that allows staff to access up-to-date information on flood…
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The City of Edinburg invites the community to its 10th annual FridaFest on July 15 at Edinburg City Hall, 415 W. University Drive. Some indoor pre-festival events begin at 5 p.m. with the outdoor community festival hours being 7-11 p.m. A Women’s Empowerment Panel kicks off the evening at 5 p.m. at Edinburg Municipal Auditorium (behind city hall). This empowerment panel showcases local women who have excelled in their careers…
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The Edinburg Police Department invites the public to join them for Movies with a Cop with a showing of “DC League of Super-Pets.” This fun event offers movie showings every Friday at 8 p.m. at the Municipal Park, field #1, through Aug. 11.
Throughout life, we all make choices. We also face barriers on the way to goals. As Stephanie Johnson looks back on the point where she turned her life around, she sees the two intersecting. “I made choices that put barriers in my way,” said Johnson. Born in Minnesota, Johnson and her family moved around the Midwest throughout her childhood, making their way to Texas when she was 10, first to…
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Join the UTRGV Small Business Development Center as it kicks off its Small Business Academy Series with “Leading for Success: Mastering Leadership and Management Principles” on July 11. “Leading for Success” is designed to provide small business owners and aspiring leaders with valuable insights and practical strategies for effective leadership and management. With Small Business Academy Series, participants can expand their knowledge and skills to grow their businesses with the…
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After nine months of hard work, the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce celebrated the Leadership Edinburg Class XXXIV graduation in early June 2023 at Castle Hill Bistro. Leadership Edinburg Class XXXIV completed several classes including a leadership retreat and sessions that focused on education, healthcare, history, media, economics, government, quality of life and community service. Each Leadership Edinburg Class selects a project that they work on together and complete within one…
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Texas Cook’Em High Steaks is back and better than ever from June 30 – July 1 with top musical acts, exciting attractions, a car show and of course, some of the best Steak BBQ cook-off in Texas.
UTRGV held a special event June 11 to kick off its new AgDiscovery Program, in which 12 area high school students will engage in hands-on learning workshops, behind-the-scenes tours, laboratory and field exercises, and a variety of character- and team-building activities. The event was the beginning of the free summer outreach program, introducing students to the potential of careers in plant and soil sciences, food inspection and distribution, natural resources and…
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