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Edinburg
Saturday, January 25th, 2025
Good morning, Edinburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Texas Department of Transportation discussed the I-69 Connector project in Santa Rosa, aiming to link I-69 Central to I-69 East, with construction potentially starting as early as 2028. Rio Grande Guardian
- ➤ The Linn-San Manuel Volunteer Fire Department named a bulldozer 'Eagle 1' in honor of late Edinburg Fire Chief Shawn Snider, marking the first time Texas A&M Forest Service has named a piece of equipment. KRGV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ South Texas College, in partnership with DHR Health, initiates its first nursing apprenticeship program to address the national nursing shortage, blending classroom learning with paid, hands-on hospital experience. MyRGV.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Edinburg Fire Department is gearing up for a potentially busy wildfire season due to dry conditions caused by recent cold weather in the Rio Grande Valley, with a focus on prevention and readiness. KRGV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers discussed solutions to the Rio Grande Valley's water crisis on the first day of the 2025 RGV Legislative Tour in McAllen, Texas. Rio Grande Guardian
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ DHR Health introduces a new procedure using the Vivistim device to aid stroke patients' rehabilitation by providing nerve stimulation, showing consistent improvement in hand and arm function. MyRGV.com
- ➤ The UTRGV School of Medicine in Texas is advancing cancer research by exploring the role of long non-coding RNAs in regulating glucose metabolism, which could lead to new treatments for aggressive cancers and address health disparities in the Rio Grande Valley. The Edinburg Advocate
- ➤ The Ronald McDonald Family Room at South Texas Health System Children's significantly enhanced support for families, serving 6,832 guests in 2024, an 88% increase over the previous year, offering a comforting space for those with hospitalized children. Rio Grande Guardian
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Edinburg invites families to register for the 2025 Little League season, offering enhanced play with new turf fields, with registration open until February 7. The Edinburg Advocate
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43rd Annual David Chavana 10K Run/Walk
The 43rd Annual David Chavana 10K Run/Walk at Richard R Flores Stadium features a main 10K run and additional events, making it the largest race in the RGV.
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3rd Anniversary Celebration of STX Markets
This event celebrates the third anniversary of STX Markets with local vendors, exclusive sushi, and family-friendly activities.
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Harlem Globetrotters 2025 World Tour
Experience the excitement of the Harlem Globetrotters as they showcase their unique blend of basketball skills, trick shots, and entertaining challenges during their 2025 World Tour in Edinburg, TX.
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Vaquero Boots & BBQ Celebration
The UTRGV Student Union presents the annual Vaquero Boots & BBQ event featuring live music, dancing, and complimentary food for UTRGV students during Homecoming festivities.
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire features popular monster trucks and celebrates Bigfoot's birthday at Bert Ogden Arena.
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire Show
Experience the exciting Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire event featuring impressive monster truck performances and stunts in Edinburg, Texas.
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50th Class Reunion - EHS CLASS OF 1975
Celebrating our 50th Class Reunion, call Sylvia @ 956/907-6320
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