Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024

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Good morning, Edinburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ South Texas Health System Children's and Spirit Halloween hosted a special Halloween celebration for hospitalized kids, fostering joy and supporting their Child Life Department. Rio Grande Guardian
- ➤ The South Texas Health System Children’s hospital in Edinburg will host a Fall Festival on Oct. 25, offering free popcorn and t-shirts to the first 500 children. KRGV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early voting has begun in the Rio Grande Valley with specific dates and times set for Hidalgo, Cameron, Starr, and Willacy Counties. MyRGV.com
- ➤ Early voting commenced in the Rio Grande Valley, marking the start of the presidential election process between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, among other races. MyRGV.com
- ➤ Early voting for both presidential and local elections began on Oct. 21 and ends Nov. 1 in Cameron and Hidalgo Counties, offering over 238,000 and 446,000 registered voters respectively multiple polling locations. KRGV
- ➤ Residents of Hidalgo County, Texas, participate in early voting for the 2024 elections, showcasing local enthusiasm and democratic participation. MyRGV.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ South Texas Health System and STHS Clinics will air a TV program to educate Rio Grande Valley residents on breast cancer, emphasizing early detection and the disease's impact on all ages. Rio Grande Guardian
- ➤ DHR Health in Edinburg, Texas, announces the addition of Dr. Paul A. Berry, a board-certified plastic surgeon with a notable background in education and professional practice, to its Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Institute. Rio Grande Guardian
TRAVEL NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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6U Boys Baseball Tournament Fundraiser
Support the 6U boys' baseball team as they host their first tournament fundraiser to reach their goal of participating in a competition in Louisiana.
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