Raul Garcia Jr. is a award-winning veteran community news reporter. He has covered stories in the Rio Grande Valley over the last 10 years, and has reported community news for the area daily and weekly newspapers.

Edinburg Breaks Ground on $6.2M Downtown Parking Garage to Boost Accessibility and Growth

Edinburg, TX – A new chapter for Downtown Edinburg is underway as city leaders officially broke ground this morning on a new three-story, $6.2 million parking garage. The project will

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Ground Breaks on $22.6M Guerlain Plaza, Paving the Way for Edinburg’s New Entertainment District

Edinburg, TX – The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation and Los Lagos Development have officially broken ground on Guerlain Plaza, a $22.6 million mixed-use project set to rise near UTRGV’s Vackar

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The M-Method Opens in Edinburg, Bringing a Fresh Take on Movement and Wellness

Edinburg recently welcomed The M-Method, a new fitness studio offering more than just Pilates — it’s a full-body movement experience designed to build strength, precision, and community. Blending classical Pilates

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UTRGV to Host Houston Christian University in Saturday Night Showdown

EDINBURG, TX — The UTRGV Vaqueros (4-1, 0-1) are gearing up for an exciting home matchup this weekend as they host Houston Christian University (HCU) (1-3, 0-0) on Saturday, October

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Vaqueros Football Drops Southland Conference Opener

HAMMOND, La. – (RV) The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Vaqueros football team endured its first-ever loss, falling to the (RV) Southeastern Lions 45-31 in the Southland Conference

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Edinburg Shines in 2025 Reader’s Choice Awards; Local Official Named Favorite Elected Official

EDINBURG, TX — Edinburg made a strong showing in The Monitor’s 2025 Reader’s Choice Awards, taking home top honors across multiple categories — including Favorite City. Among the standout recognitions,

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Edinburg Chamber of Commerce Named Best Chamber for 11th Time in Reader’s Choice Awards

EDINBURG, TX — The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce has once again earned top honors, being voted Best Chamber of Commerce in The Monitor’s 2025 Reader’s Choice Awards — marking its

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New Local Business Alert: The Caffeine Library Now Open in Edinburg!

The Caffeine Library on officially opening their doors today! This new, brother-owned coffee and book haven is now welcoming the Edinburg community to experience a space where stories and coffee

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Message from the Edinburg City Council Place 1 Candidate: Ismael “Smiley” Martinez

Hello citizens of Edinburg I am Ismael Smiley Martinez your candidate for Edinburg city place 1, #2 on the ballot. Today is the last day to cast your vote for

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