TBB Staff

On Friday, March 20, 2020, at approximately 9:47 p.m. Edinburg Police Officers responded to a Stripes Convenience Store located at 802 West University Dr. in reference to an aggravated robbery.

Just recently, Dr. Pedro Mego, a board-certified Interventional Cardiologist, opened his new office in Mission Texas. He diagnoses and treats Peripheral Artery Disease and Chronic Venous Disease.

Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) released an FAQ for seniors and families on how to receive funds following the passage of H.R. 748, The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

Mission Mayor Dr. Armando O’Caña elevated the city’s emergency readiness to Level One on March 25, its highest level due to concerns about the spread of coronavirus.

Based on health-related information from the Hidalgo County Government and considerations from health officials regarding information on coronavirus (COVID-19), all Edinburg CISD school sites will be closed for regular instruction until further notice.

Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) applauded the passage of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act., which will now go to the President’s desk for his signature.

Sen. Cornyn voted for the CARES Act in the Senate on Wednesday, and the House of Representatives will soon pass it and send it to the President’s desk for his signature.

Gov. Abbott issued an Executive Order mandating a self-quarantine of 14 days for individuals traveling to Texas as their final destination through an airport from the Tri-State Area of NY, NJ, or CT as well as the city of New Orleans, LA.

The City of Edinburg has received over 500 Work Safe Plans as the deadline nears for businesses to submit plans.

The UTRGV Counseling Center knows students may be struggling with loneliness, anxiety, depression or other mental health issues in light of changes to their physical environment – like stay-at-home orders and the shift to online classes – because of the COVID-19 pandemic.