Good morning, Edinburg.

Christine Fontana (14 year old student from Robert Vela High School) died after collapsing during soccer practice and her funeral was held Wednesday, Jan.22, with her family stating her organs are being donated.

Two parents testified at the Edinburg CISD board meeting on Jan.

27 about special education and student transportation safety amid rising costs. Carolina Perez said restrictions on talking directly with her son's aide compromised his progress & Alondra Flores urged the board to add a real-time bus tracking app.

Edinburg CISD board cleared weather cancellation rumors, introduced a new Community Advisory Committee, and demanded stricter campus access rules at their Tuesday night meeting + Superintendent Dr. Mario Salinas explained he acted independently on weather delays amid safety concerns.

South Texas College will offer free tax preparation services at the Pecan Campus beginning Feb.

2 and at the Mid-Valley Campus Feb. 3 in a six-week VITA program for residents earning $67,000 or less, with volunteer training already underway.

RGVAGC launched its Heavy Equipment Operator Training Program in partnership with Workforce Solutions Cameron + will train 100 local residents in NCCER Core and heavy equipment operations to support upcoming LNG projects at the Port of Brownsville.

Texas LNG supports the effort to build a skilled local workforce.

Pharr EMS will soon equip every ambulance and command vehicle with a plant-based gel+ it will be the first treatment of its kind in South Texas to quickly control bleeding, officials announced.

The new initiative aims to enhance patient stabilization.

Valley Symphony Orchestra: Star Wars and Four Hands Concert

8-10 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the epic melodies of Star Wars alongside a stunning four-hand piano concerto in a night of cinematic celebration.

SBA Boots to Business Reboot - Edinburg

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — UTRGV Veterans Business Outreach Center — Free entry — Explore essential business ownership skills tailored for veterans and their families.

Lunar New Year Festival

10 AM – 5 PM — International Museum of Art & Science — Tickets required — Celebrate the Year of the Horse with vibrant culture, food, and performances.