Good Day
Edinburg
Thursday, August 14th, 2025
Good morning, Edinburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mission Animal Shelter is waiving adoption fees through August to ease overcrowding and is seeking donations and foster care from locals—dogs and cats that are spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated. The shelter requires a valid ID from adoptive pet parents to assure a lasting commitment. FOX RGV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A motorcyclist was critically injured on eastbound Interstate 2 near Pharr at 8:30 p.m. Tuesday when he lost control, hit a second motorcycle, and was struck by an oncoming vehicle — causing the flyover from Edinburg to San Juan to close and lanes to reduce until 11 p.m. KURV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dash cam video from DPS shows a high-speed chase in Weslaco where Cesar Rafael Leon, who was driving a gray Ford SUV carrying five undocumented individuals picked up near Mercedes after they crossed the Rio Grande on a raft, was arrested — he appeared in federal court today and now faces charges that could result in up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. FOX RGV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Magic Valley Electric Cooperative will raise rates on October 1 for Rio Grande Valley customers, who will pay about 12 dollars more each month—this is the first increase since 2018. KURV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Experts warn parents in Edinburg to be cautious when sharing personal details about their children on social media as the school year begins—using private groups is advised to keep sensitive information secure. FOX RGV
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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.
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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.
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Gloves and Glory Event
6:30-9:30 a.m. — Bert Ogden Arena — Starts at $149 — Experience the unforgettable Gloves and Glory at Edinburg's premier venue.
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REALTORS® & Friends 5K Run
7:30-11:00 a.m. — Edinburg Municipal Park — Entry fee required — Run for a cause and help fund educational scholarships for local graduating seniors.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The cure for pain is in the pain.
~ Rumi
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