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Friday, April 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Edinburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 42-year-old Edinburg man was arrested on Tuesday for severely beating his 86-year-old father on the 6500 block of Sharp Road in rural San Carlos—his father suffered head trauma, a broken nose, cheekbone, and jaw and remains in critical condition. MyRGV.com
- ➤ Edinburg police are investigating an assault at IDEA Public Schools where a male juvenile was taken into custody on April 15 for hitting another student in retaliation for an incident on April 9 — a female student was interviewed and parents met with officers to learn about the complaint process — as the investigation continues. KRGV
- ➤ On April 13, CBP officers at the Pharr International Bridge seized nearly 269 pounds of cocaine and over 1,000 pounds of meth hidden in a shipment of chayote from a tractor-trailer coming from Mexico using an X‑ray and a dog team — the meth is valued at about $8.9 million and a criminal investigation was launched. MyRGV.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Edinburg job seekers will explore law enforcement careers on May 7 at the Edinburg Activity Center at 123 Mark S. Peña Drive+ local recruiters from public safety agencies will share job requirements, training programs, and employment benefits. The Edinburg Advocate
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Edinburg Parks and Recreation Department will host the annual Senior De Mayo celebration for residents aged 50 and older on May 2 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the El Tule Center — where seniors can enjoy Lotería, a sombrero decorating contest, low-intensity exercise sessions and free snacks and drinks in honor of Cinco de Mayo. The Edinburg Advocate
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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