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Saturday, October 5th, 2024

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Good morning, Edinburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ A new highway memorial sign on Highway 281 honors fallen Texas DPS trooper Moises Sanchez, reflecting community appreciation for his service.  KRGV
  • ➤ Edinburg will host a Veterans Day Parade and concert on Nov. 2 to honor U.S. military veterans, featuring a patriotic float competition and performances, with free entry for veterans and toy donors.  The Edinburg Advocate
  • ➤ The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is preparing for its Annual Installation & Awards Banquet to celebrate community achievements and leadership, inviting nominations for seven award categories.  The Edinburg Advocate
  • ➤ The Edinburg Police Department is hosting 'Coffee with a Cop' events in October to foster relationships between officers and the community.  The Edinburg Advocate

ECONOMY NEWS

  • ➤ A study shows that Mexican immigrants, forming 61.3% of business owners, significantly boost Edinburg-McAllen-Mission metro area's economy by generating over $541.7 million in 2019, despite being 26.8% of the population.  The Edinburg Advocate

EDUCATION NEWS

HEALTH NEWS

  • ➤ UTRGV receives an $18.4 million NIH grant to establish the Rio Grande Valley Center for Cancer Health Disparity, aiming to tackle cancer health disparities in underserved Hispanic communities.  The Edinburg Advocate

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

  • Grupo Frontera Concert

    Experience a vibrant live performance by Grupo Frontera at Bert Ogden Arena, showcasing their signature sound and energy.

    Sun, 10/6/24

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  • City of Edinburg Firecracker 5K Run

    Celebrate community spirit and fitness at the City of Edinburg Firecracker 5K run held at South Middle School.

    Sat, 10/12/24

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  • Open House Event: Explore Homes in Edinburg, TX

    Explore a variety of homes for sale in Edinburg, TX, featuring photos and virtual tours, with the assistance of experienced Compass agents.

    Sun, 10/20/24

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  • Edinburg's Spooktacular Fall Festival

    Experience a family-friendly Halloween evening filled with a costume contest, games, and plenty of candy at the Fall Festival in Edinburg Municipal Park.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • Ralph Barbosa Stand-Up Comedy Show

    Experience the laid-back comedic style of Ralph Barbosa, a rising star in the comedy scene, as he performs live at the McAllen Performing Arts Center.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • Abundant Grace Learning Academy 5K Race

    Experience a community-driven 5K road race at the Abundant Grace Learning Academy in Edinburg, Texas, featuring essential information and results for participants.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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