Good morning, Edinburg.

La Plaza Mall is hosting its annual Back-To-School Bash on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.—the event will give 400 students free backpacks with school supplies, offer giveaways every 30 minutes for prizes like tablets and gift cards, and include a fashion show, all set ahead of the tax-free weekend from August 8 through August 10.

UTRGV will rename its online Business Analytics master’s program to Master of Science in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence this fall—adding new AI courses to better prepare students for future jobs.

Current students can keep the old name or join the redesigned program, while new applicants will receive diplomas with the new title.

Edinburg firefighters returned from a 16-day search effort in Central Texas and two were deployed on Friday to Kerrville to aid in flood recovery by using a boat to search the Guadalupe River—this deployment is part of their work with the Texas A&M Task Force 1 Response Team.

Their efforts aim to support rescue operations in the affected area.

Manuel Cruz, executive director of the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council, said at a Small Cities Coalition meeting that the COG received good news about funding for its Department of Aging — the funding may boost services for small cities.

DHR Health is hosting a free hiring fair today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance (118 Paseo Del Prado) to fill clinical and non-clinical positions including roles like medical assistants, billing specialists, and registered nurses.

Spicy & Fancy 5k Run

7-10 a.m. — Edinburg Municipal Park — Registration fees apply — Choose your team, Spicy or Fancy, and enjoy a fun-filled run.

5th Annual City of Edinburg Triathlon

7:30-10:00 a.m. — City of Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department — Registration fees vary — Compete in a challenging triathlon with medals for all finishers.

Edwards Abstract and Title Co. 145th Anniversary BBQ

11 AM – 2 PM — Region One Education Service Center — Free entry — Celebrate 145 years of service with food, entertainment, and community spirit.

Sul Ross Lobos vs. UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros Football

1-4 p.m. — Robert and Janet Vackar Stadium — Check for ticket prices — Experience a thrilling college football matchup as the Sul Ross Lobos face off against the Vaqueros.