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Saturday, April 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Edinburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Investigators said a medical episode led to the drowning death of 40-year-old Ramon Rivera the Third, who fell from a bridge on FM-1425 while fishing in La Villa Wednesday; an autopsy confirmed he drowned after falling into a canal and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office closed its investigation. KURV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office is asking for help in finding a man who stole a red 2023 Chevy Silverado from Edinburg on March 9—officers said the truck was last seen driving south across Veterans International Bridge into Mexico and urged anyone with tips to call Crime Stoppers at 9566688477. FOX RGV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ At the Texas Port to the Stars FDI Summit held April 10th at the Westin Galleria in Houston, Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez said RioPlex is ready to drive new business and industrial growth. His remarks highlighted a low cost of living, a strong logistics network + a young, growing workforce as key strengths for future economic expansion. Rio Grande Guardian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UTRGV officials said that nine international students had their visas revoked by the State Department while more than 100 students statewide had their immigration statuses cancelled—affected students were notified and are getting legal guidance per law—students who leave cannot come back. KURV
- ➤ The Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library will host free creative events for teens and tweens in April at its location on 1906 S. Closner Blvd—program highlights include an anime watch party on April 13 at 1 p.m., a peep plushies crafting session on April 17 at 6 p.m., a Minecraft paper circuit activity on April 22 at 6 p.m. and a poem collage board workshop on April 27 at 2 p.m. The Edinburg Advocate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Texas lawmakers are considering lifting the ban on short-barrel firearms as a Senate bill passed committee and moves to the full Senate. A similar House bill will be discussed in committee on Monday—if approved, owners must register short-barrel weapons with ATF. KURV
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Open House Event
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — New Build Property — Free entry — Explore your new dream home featuring an open concept and bonus room perfect for a home office or playroom.
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4th Annual Soar Like an Eagle 5K Run/Walk
7:45-10:00 AM — Edinburg Municipal Park — Entry fee required — Participate in a community 5K to support Scouts' outdoor activities and camps.
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MercyMe Volunteer Opportunity
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Bert Ogden Arena — Free entry — Help out at the MercyMe Tour and enjoy the music as you volunteer.
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Watermelon Festival & BBQ Cook Off
2-11 p.m. — Alamo Sports Complex — Free entry — Celebrate summer with refreshing watermelon and some of the best BBQ around!
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