Small business owners, are you ready for tax season? “Get Ready to File in 2024” on Feb. 22 at the Edinburg Chamber will provide the information needed to get ready to file. Session highlights: Changes affecting small businesses for 2024 tax season Organizing and checking your records Listing your tax deductions Creating your tax calendar for 2024 for your business Gathering and checking your tax forms Prep with your accountant…
Raudel Garza’s first year as executive director of the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation has been “100 mph from day one.” Garza is hardly complaining in making that assessment with Edinburg. The city is growing at such a rapid clip, he said, and bringing with it “lots of opportunities and challenges.” For an economic development specialist, it’s a fertile field to grow jobs and recruit new industries while nurturing small businesses…
The 55th annual Fiesta Edinburg takes place Feb. 29 to March 3 at Bert Ogden Arena, celebrating the vibrant spirit of the City of Edinburg. Put on by the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce, the event features live entertainment, food, diverse vendors and the Heart of America Carnival. The chamber is currently seeking sponsors, vendors and exhibitors for the family-oriented festival. Sponsor support will contribute to the success of Fiesta Edinburg…
The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation has launched its Façade and Lot Improvement Program, an initiative aimed at providing financial assistance to local small businesses that have faced significant challenges in recent years. FLIP addresses the aftermath of the pandemic, high inflation, and severe weather storms that have adversely affected the local economy, causing damage to signs, awnings, facades, parking lots and more. The EEDC will support the community’s recovery by…
UTRGV hosted its latest series of “Energy & U” shows Jan. 12 at the Edinburg Performance Arts Center. The award-winning event showcases the excitement of science and engineering to area K-12 students, focusing on the intersection of energy and STEM education. Karen Lozano, Julia Beecherl Endowed Professor in Mechanical Engineering and director of the UTRGV Nanotechnology Center of Excellence, serves as principal investigator on the grant support awarded by the National Science…
“Strategies for Effective Small Business Marketing” on Dec. 12 equips small business owners with the knowledge and tools to excel in their marketing efforts. Participants will explore key marketing principles, including market research, target audience identification, branding, digital marketing and customer acquisition. Limited seats available. For registration and more information, call 956-928-0060 or register online.
The RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosts its Ugly Sweater Christmas Mixer on Dec. 4. Embrace the “so bad it’s good” fashion and celebrate the holiday season in style while making a positive impact in the community. The evening includes an ugly sweater contest for the ugliest, tackiest and most eye-catching Christmas sweater. Admission is unwrapped toys to be donated to Operation Christmas RGV. Register online in advance.
DHR Health hosts its annual “Circle of Care” Caregivers Conference on Nov. 18, offering valuable resources, support and empowerment to caregivers from across the Rio Grande Valley. DHR Health hosts the event in the month of November every year in honor of National Family Caregivers Month, and offers an opportunity to raise awareness of the challenges faced by caregivers. The “Circle of Care” Caregivers Conference has been a longstanding initiative…
“Navigating Legal Landmines: Essential Legal Considerations for Small Businesses” on Nov. 14 provides small business owners with crucial insights into legal aspects of running a business. Limited seats available for this seminar presented by the UTRGV Small Business Development Center. For registration and more information, contact the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
While the holiday season is usually the happiest time of year, it also brings with it an increase in DWIs. To help combat this, law enforcement entities throughout Hidalgo County have united to participate in No Refusal throughout the holiday season. The No Refusal period began on Nov. 1 and will continue through Dec. 31. No Refusal means that Hidalgo County law enforcement agencies may go to extra lengths to ensure…