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Friday, August 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Edinburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Joel Americo Garza Junior, 51, was arrested in Hidalgo County for allegedly selling illegally cloned modems after investigators seized over 50 devices during a months-long probe by Spectrum and the sheriff’s office—more arrests are expected as the investigation continues. KURV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Edinburg will host a film-friendly workshop on Aug. 30 at the ACE Center on W. McIntyre St.—the session runs from 11 a.m. to noon and is followed by a networking hour with free coffee and pastries for filmmakers and local business owners. Attendees will learn how to apply to film at city-approved locations and list their properties for the film-friendly business program. The Edinburg Advocate
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Jose Quiroga, president of Texas National Bank, spoke at the Buenas Tardes Luncheon hosted by Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce and said the local economy saw a slowdown in the housing market while job growth from SpaceX and LNG projects and border security investments supported local business activity—he also noted a 94% chance for a rate cut in September. Rio Grande Guardian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Edinburg is accepting applications for its Boulevard of Heroes program—designed to honor local veterans and active-duty service members with custom banners along the tribute route—with submissions due by Sept 1. Selected honorees will be recognized with banners featuring their photo, name, service branch and years of service—part of Edinburg’s Operation Appreciation initiative. The Edinburg Advocate
- ➤ Former Edinburg City Attorney Omar Ochoa, now a mayoral candidate, said he has zero tolerance for corruption and will reform City Hall with a public contracting scorecard—mandatory ethics training and strong whistleblower protections. His campaign promises to end backroom deals and restore trust in local government. Rio Grande Guardian
- ➤ A funeral procession honoring Edinburg Police Investigator John Olivarez, who died on August 11 after battling cancer, will cause rolling ramp closures along southbound U.S. 281 and westbound I-2 today from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.—12 on-ramps will close along the route from University Drive in Edinburg to Conway Avenue in Mission. KRGV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M Kingsville volleyball players visited McAllen's DHR Hospital to bring cheer to patients amid changes in sports ownership, and they engaged with locals to spread a positive message in the community. FOX RGV
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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