Taxable retail sales up by 33%
August was a good month for many Edinburg retailers. Sales tax revenue in Edinburg grew by 33% on a year-over-year basis, according to the October report (based on August sales) published today by the Texas Comptroller. The City collected about $2.8 million in October. Edinburg’s sales tax revenue growth rate ranked second among cities in […]
Employ RGV Job Fair
Details: Resume Writing Workshop Tuesday, October 5, 2021 | 2PM-4PM Sekula Memorial Library-1906 S Closner Blvd. Edinburg, Tx Interview Skills Workshop Wednesday, October 6, 2021 | 2PM-4PM Sekula Memorial Library-1906 S Closner Blvd. Edinburg, Tx Resume and Interview Skills Workshop Thursday, October 7, 2021 | 2PM-4PM Sekula Memorial Library-1906 S Closner Blvd. Edinburg, Tx Employ […]
Five facts for Manufacturing Day 2021
October 1 is Manufacturing Day. Here are five facts* about the importance of manufacturing to the Edinburg** economy: There are 39 manufacturing companies in the Edinburg area, employing about 1,300 workers. The manufacturing sector adds about $117 million in value to the local economy. Food manufacturing is the largest industry in the sector, employing 630 […]
Edinburg among fastest growing Texas metros in August jobs report
The August jobs report for metropolitan areas is out this week, and it’s a good one for Edinburg. Job growth in the Edinburg metro area was 5.5% in August on a year-over-year basis, keeping pace with the statewide economy and ranking fourth highest among the 25 metros in Texas. Top 10: Midland 7.1% Tyler 6.8% […]
The City of Edinburg Launches SPARC 3.0
City Accepting Applications for Third Round of Stimulus Recovery Program for Local Businesses EDINBURG, Texas– The City of Edinburg’s Stimulus Program Aimed at Recovery from COVID19 (S.P.A.R.C.) assists locally-owned businesses with economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic. SPARC provides businesses and residents a financial means to invest back into their local Edinburg economy. It is […]
Experience Brings New Vision To Edinburg
Ron Garza built a reputation as an administrator who could foster cooperation among Rio Grande Valley cities when seeking state funding and developing transportation systems. He served for years as the executive director of the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council. The job allowed him to work on projects with county judges, mayors and city […]
Davila: Edinburg is growing fast, growing smart
EDINBURG, Texas – Blanca Davila, director of economic development for the City of Edinburg, was a guest on the Rio Grande Guardian’s Community Spotlight series on Zoom. The interview gave Davila an opportunity to expand on all the positive news provided by Edinburg city leaders during a recent webinar hosted by the Rio Grande Valley […]
Edinburg Named No. 1 Under-the-Radar City to Live in Texas
EDINBURG, Texas – Edinburg has been named the No. 1 under-the-radar city in Texas in a recent analysis by Orchard. Orchard analyzed a list of Texas’ biggest cities and came up with a list of the 15 best under-the-radar cities to live in. Under-the-radar cities are cities where the quality of life is high, the […]
City of Edinburg revamps its approach to economic development
EDINBURG, Texas – Edinburg City Manager Ron Garza is proud of the way economic development is being retooled in his city, believing it will improve investment opportunities. Garza recently spoke at a webinar hosted by the Rio Grande Valley Partnership. The webinar showcased the growth of Edinburg and new projects and programs on the horizon. […]
Kelsey: Healthcare in RGV growing twice as fast as national average
EDINBURG, Texas – Healthcare is the largest private industry in Hidalgo County, employing 8,000 workers. This piece of information and other key data points were provided by Brian Kelsey, assistant city manager for the City of Edinburg during a webinar hosted by the Rio Grande Valley Partnership. The event showcased the pull Edinburg has for […]
