Tag Archives: Edinburg

Help Edinburg Families In Need During Holidays

The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Committee is requesting community donations for its annual Ambassador Day of Giving. For more than eight years, Ambassadors of the ECC have coordinated with Saint Vincent De Paul Center at St. Joseph Catholic Church to present Thanksgiving meals to families in need. This year the Ambassadors have set a goal to help 50 families in need of a warm meal. Community members who would like…

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New Edinburg Children’s Hospital Names President

Matt Wolthoff

Matt Wolthoff is the new president of Driscoll Health System’s new hospital in Edinburg, Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley. The health system expects the hospital to open in Spring 2023. As president, Wolthoff is directly responsible for the overall operations and performance of the new hospital, including implementation. He will report directly to Eric Hamon, president and CEO of Driscoll Health System. Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley will…

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Ediburg Night of Lights Parade Accepting Entries

The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and City of Edinburg are now accepting participation applications for its annual Night of Lights Parade. The event kicks off at 7 p.m. Dec. 3 in the Edinburg Downtown District. Organizations, schools, marching groups, businesses and community groups must submit a Night of Lights Parade entry by Nov. 19. The city and chamber encourage all entries to participate in this year’s theme “Rocking Around The Christmas…

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Connecting Community To Nature

There are many scenic views and walking trails at the Edinburg birding center.

Marisa Oliva recalls walking a group of local high school students through the Edinburg World Birding Center when they came across a visiting birder. He told the students about the wide array of migratory and native birds they have to enjoy in their native Rio Grande Valley. The group moved on, leaving the birder to his pastime. Oliva said a girl in the group then remarked, “How does a guy…

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Coffee Crawl: A Coffee, Culture and Lifestyle Festival

Coffee Crawl

H-E-B Park hosts the inaugural Coffee Crawl Oct. 15, featuring coffee vendors from across the RGV. The evening also features a coffee contest, local performers, pastry vendors and other local retail vendors. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids. Fellow pet friends are allowed and tickets are $5. Purchase tickets online or the H-E-B Park box office.

Edinburg Announces 2021 Man and Woman of the Year

Edinburg Chamber of Commerce's 2021 Man and Woman of the Year Hiren Govind and Dr. Marissa I. Gomez-Martinez.

The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce recently announced the recipients of the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce 2021 Man and Woman of the Year, Outstanding Leadership Award, and Ambassador of the Year. The chamber will recognize these honorees at its Installation & Awards Banquet tomorrow, Oct. 14. The Man and Woman of the Year recognition has been a highly anticipated tradition in the Edinburg community for more than 20 years. This year’s…

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Bridal Show Heralds Return To Celebrations

The State's old marquee announces Bridal Show 2021 in Mercedes.

The marquee on the old State movie theater announced a new event playing. “Bridal Show 2021,” the sign announced alongside Texas Avenue in downtown Mercedes. The movies may be long gone at the State, but there’s new life inside the former movie house and the adjoining First National Bank building. The two historic Mercedes buildings now house Jose’s Cafecito Courtyard & Catering. On a late August evening as summer waned…

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Edinburg Chamber Installation & Awards Banquet

The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce honors its Man and Woman of the Year at its installation and awards banquet Oct. 14. “Under the Neon Moon” will celebrate Michael J. Williamson, the chamber’s 2021-2022 president of the board, and Veronica Gonzales, the immediate past president. Other honors for the evening include Community Leader of the Year, Ambassador of the Year and Business Award winners. VIP tables and sponsorships are available. For…

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Edinburg Chamber Accepting Man & Woman of the Year Nominations

The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2021 Man & Woman of the Year awards. The winners will be recognized at the chambers Installation and Awards Banquet on Oct. 14. Each year the Edinburg Chamber organizes a committee by a community-driven selection process that appoints a man and a woman as the award winners. The winning individuals must excel in professional and civic commitment within the…

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Food Trucks N’ Tunes Edinburg Chamber Night

Food Trucks N' Tunes Edinburg Chamber Night

Join the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and the Edinburg Arts Foundation for a special Food Trucks N’ Tunes Edinburg Chamber Night Sept. 17 at City Hall. From 6-10 p.m., attendees can visit food trucks and vendors while taking in live music by Eras & The Drifters. This event is free to the public. Dogs on a leashes are welcome. For more information on vendor opportunities, contact the Edinburg Arts Foundation.