The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and City of Edinburg are now accepting float applications for the annual Night of Lights Parade on Dec. 1 in Downtown Edinburg. Application deadline is Nov. 17 at 5 p.m. This year’s theme is “Santa’s Workshop,” inspiring the imaginations of children. Organizers are asking parade applicants to decorate “in the theme of your favorite children’s toy’s, games or workshop. In true holiday spirit, we ask…
St. Joseph Catholic School hosts its 24th annual Turkeyfest Fall Festival on Nov. 11 beginning at 11 a.m. The day-long event includes games, entertainment, food, and live and silent auctions. In addition, guests can participate in educational presentations from Sea Turtle Inc., UTRGV Robotics, and the International Museum of Science on the Solar Eclipse. The day also includes a special student-led presentation for community veterans. Highlights include: Food and Refreshments: A…
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce hosts its 2023 Installation & Awards Banquet on Nov. 8, reflecting on the remarkable achievements of the 2022-2023 year. The chamber will pay tribute to outgoing President of the Board Mario Lizcano as he hands over the gavel to incoming 2023-2024 President Kelly Salazar. The evening will also be a platform to honor exceptional individuals who have made significant contributions to the community. The chamber…
Who are your potential customers? Before launching or growing a business, it is important to identify your target market and new market segments. For example, is there a demand or growing demand for your product or service? Who is buying or selling something similar? All these questions and more must be studied to make key business decisions in your small business. Learn about the following during “Exploring Your Market” on…
UTRGV Health Services recently donated 20 pallets worth of personal protective equipment to Palm Valley Animal Society. The PPE includes disposable gowns, face shields, N95 particulate respirators and hand sanitation wipes. The donation also includes gallons of vital oxide, which Palm Valley can use as disinfectant cleaner, mold and mildew killer and odor eliminator. “We are so thankful to UTRGV for being lifesavers,” said Adriana Gonzales, a member of the…
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce hosts its “Off The Clock Mixer,” an engaging networking event to bring local professionals together, on Oct. 19. Join them as they celebrate Chamber of Commerce Week with this event that is free for chamber members, $20 for non-members. Register online.
The DHR Health Institute for Research and Development announced has launched a clinical trial that will evaluate the use of mobile phone-based eye-tracking software as a diagnostic tool for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. The Senseye software looks to revolutionize the way in which healthcare providers and patients diagnose and manage mental health conditions. If Senseye meets FDA approval, it would diagnose PTSD through eye movements, without the need to conduct…
The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation recently announced major developments in the City of Edinburg’s North Industrial Park, particularly within RGV CDL – Lot 7B and Lot 9, highlighting growth and job creation in the region. Shaping the Future of Commercial Truck Driving Aldo Ivan Ortiz, owner of RGV CDL, has made a substantial investment in Edinburg’s North Industrial Park by purchasing three acres of land to develop a training facility…
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for its 2023 Man & Woman of the Year Awards. The winners will be recognized at the Annual Installation & Awards Banquet on Nov. 8. Each year, the Edinburg Chamber organizes a committee that will appoint a man and a woman as the award winners. The selected individuals must excel in professional and civic commitment within the community of Edinburg. The…
The UTRGV College of Engineering and Computer Science launched its first Ph.D. program in Materials Science and Engineering at an inaugural reception on Sept. 17 at the Ballroom on the Edinburg Campus. University and Valley leaders along with officials from the National Science Foundation were in attendance to usher in the new doctoral program. “This is a momentous and historic event for our College and University,” said Ala R. Qubbaj,…