Good morning, Edinburg.

LEWIS Building LLC will restore a historic 1925 building on E.

University Drive and N. 13th Avenue into six white-box commercial rental spaces and later add a bourbon bar and coffee shop as part of a $650,000 renovation project. The project will create 15 full-time jobs over the next three years — supporting Edinburg's downtown revitalization — and boost local economic activity.

On November 3rd, Hidalgo County Judge Richard F.

Cortez urged the U.S. Department of Transportation to protect commercial air service between McAllen International Airport and Mexico City—he said the route is key for supporting families, businesses, and trade in South Texas.

Edinburg was named the fastest city in Texas and ranked fourth nationwide for permit processing, city officials said the award reflects ongoing efforts to streamline permits — helping local growth.

Drivers in downtown Edinburg are advised to plan alternate routes as the lot at the corner of McIntyre Street and North Closner Boulevard will close Wednesday—construction begins the next day.

A southbound lane on North Closner and part of West Kuhn Street will also close and pedestrians will follow a detour to North Tenth Avenue.

The city of Edinburg invites residents to register their parade floats for the Veterans Day Parade and concert — scheduled this Saturday from 9:30 a.m. — 11:30 a.m. to honor local RGV veterans.

Edinburg unveiled Coach Al Ogletree Way on Monday at the corner of Sugar Road and Schunior Street to honor the baseball coach who retired in 1997 after leading Pan American and UTPA for 29 years with 1,217 wins.

Local leaders say his legacy continues to inspire athletes and shape UTRGV athletics—marking a long overdue tribute to his impact in sports.

East Texas A&M Lions vs. UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros Football

5:00-6:30 p.m. — Robert and Janet Vackar Stadium — Check local listings for ticket info — Witness an exciting football clash in Edinburg.