Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
Good morning, Edinburg.
KRGV’s Cares Closet campaign has raised over $10,000 for hospitalized children by buying toys, arts and crafts, and stuffed animals, driven by on-air appeals during Take 5 (and newscasts).
The campaign supports extended stays at South Texas Health System Children’s Hospital and Driscoll Children’s Hospital.
TxEDC spotlighted RioPlex during its Welcome Wednesday series as a binational initiative that unites the Rio Grande Valley and Northern Tamaulipas to boost manufacturing, logistics and global investment.
Its 2025 Annual Investors Report named Texas the nation’s top state for business.
Elsa artist Karina Gonzalez transformed Weslaco Animal Care Services with vibrant murals last April after winning a local art competition; her work boosted pet adoptions and she will begin a library project in San Antonio soon.
Edinburg CISD unveiled a historical marker at Stephen F.
Austin Elementary School, the district’s oldest operating school built over 100 years ago — a four-year effort led by paraprofessional Julian Hernandez honors the school’s desegregation journey since 1961.
Harvard-MIT student Anna Wadhwa encouraged over 5,000 high school students at STEM Nation 2026 Student Conference held at Bert Ogden Arena on May 12 to explore careers in STEM.
The event, hosted by the RGV Philanthropic Foundation, featured speakers such as astronaut K. Megan McArthur who motivated students.
City officials advised residents and businesses between El Cibolo Rd and half a mile north of El Rucio Rd to boil tap water for at least two minutes after a water main break on Thursday evening + the boil water notice will remain in effect until repairs are complete.
RGV Red Crowns players and mascot Rico visited pediatric patients at South Texas Health System Children's Hospital on Wednesday to unveil a jersey partnership featuring the hospital's logo.
The team will start its season tomorrow at Harlingen Field when it faces the Central Texas Coyotes.
Ivy, a pit bull-terrier mix, is this week’s featured pet, bringing a friendly spirit to the local community.
Residents can expect regular updates on Ivy’s adventures + the pet highlight series.
Freddy Gonzalez Legacy Run 5K
7:30 a.m. — Edinburg Municipal Park — $25 for 5K, $10 for 1K — Celebrate community spirit while honoring a local hero in this inspiring run.
Ouroboros: Re-Imagining Mexican Dance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — UTRGV Performing Arts Complex — Ticket info available — Experience a transformative fusion of traditional and contemporary Mexican dance styles.
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