Good morning, Edinburg.

Palm Valley Animal Society distributed 40,000 pounds of pet food to over 300 local families on Saturday at its Edinburg location (with over two dozen volunteers) to help feed pets and strays, and it plans another drive next year.

Weslaco barbershop Firme Fadez hosted its 6th annual Toyz 4 Cuts drive on West Expressway 83 (from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) on Dec.

7, offering free haircuts and pictures with Santa and the Grinch to those donating a $10 toy.

A house fire on West Earling Road in Donna early Sunday left a 78-year-old homeowner hospitalized when a real Christmas tree likely ignited the living room, prompting fire officials to remind residents to use caution with holiday decorations.

Mark E. Garcia, president and CEO of FTZ No. 12, says the trade zone now serves companies across Hidalgo County by speeding up activation to 30 days through a new approval process.

His comments during an in-depth podcast emphasize the zone’s expanded regional role.

The Edinburg CISD Board of Trustees will review school safety + mental health plans and a possible leadership reorganization at a meeting on Tuesday, Dec.

9 at 6 p.m. in Edinburg; the session will also cover awards, facilities updates, technology acquisitions and community advisory committee assignments.

A Grinchmas 5K

7:30 AM – 1:30 PM — Edinburg Municipal Park — Entry fee applies — Participate in a festive 5K run supporting local pregnancy resource centers.