Good morning, Edinburg.

Authorities opened an investigation after a minor was injured at Friday’s Texas Cook’Em event in Edinburg—immediate medical care was given as city officials and the pyrotechnic company worked with the Chamber of Commerce.

Edinburg Mayor Ramiro Garza said he was at McAllen International Airport Monday morning when a gunman fired near the Border Patrol Annex—federal agents returned fire to kill suspect Ryan Louis Mosqueda and the airport was locked down until flights resumed around 10:40 a.m.

Residents of Hidalgo, Willacy, and Starr counties can enroll in a free welding certification program offered by Region One ESC’s Division of Leadership & Community Impact that provides hands-on training and industry credentials — seating is limited and only those with valid work authorization and a high school diploma or GED qualify.

Edinburg opened registration yesterday for free ACE classes that offer creative and fitness programs to residents.

The courses include visual arts like watercolor and printmaking — along with music, folklorico, flamenco, Pilates, and Zumba, all offered at no cost.

Seventy-five-year-old Justice of the Peace Bobby Contreras died at his home in Alamo on Friday after nearly 25 years of service — county officials including Judge Richard Cortez and Congressman Vicente Gonzalez praised his integrity, wisdom, and compassion.

Edinburg officials announced that council member David White will not extend his appeal after a June 30 ruling confirmed that Gerardo 'Gerry' Lozano won the November 2023 election for Place 4; Lozano will be sworn in as councilman on July 16 at 6 p.m.—the move ends a long legal dispute.

South Texas Health System in Edinburg welcomed its first Independence Day baby when Little Ricardo Mateo was delivered on July 4 at 3:15 p.m.—he weighed 8 lbs, 5 oz and measured 22 inches, arriving ahead of schedule to mark the holiday.

Cameron County Public Health canceled Operation Border Health, scheduled for July 21st through July 25th at Los Fresnos High School, due to funding issues (staffing cuts also played a role).

The department expects to resume the event next year.

Palomazo Norteno

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Bert Ogden Arena — Check website for price — Experience the vibrant sounds of Latin music at this lively event.

WWE Supershow 2025

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Bert Ogden Arena — Check website for price — Experience an action-packed evening of thrilling wrestling entertainment.

Randall King Concert

7 p.m. — The Citrus Live — Check website for pricing — Experience the harmony of classic country with West Texas singer-songwriter Randall King.