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Edinburg, Texas Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello Edinburg! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ā˜€ļø

In today's newsletter:

  • Want a spot in Edinburgā€™s lifesaving CPR and bleeding-control class?
  • How new fire academies could bolster Edinburgā€™s emergency response.
  • Thinking Border Patrol? Learn the requirements at Edinburgā€™s info session

Also on today's calendar: Cornerstone Orthopedic Institute Inaugural Motion is Medicine 5k Run/Walk and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 89 and low of 77 degrees. šŸŒ¶ Hot!
  • Sunday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 84, low: 73.
  • Monday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 84 and low of 72 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

1. Hidalgo County to Host Stop the Bleed and CPR Awareness Training (foxrgv.tv) ā€” Residents in Edinburg can sign up now for a free Stop the Bleed and CPR awareness training at the county health department on Tuesday, Oct. 13. Attendance is capped at 30 people, and while only the bleeding-control portion offers certification, the session promises practical skills for responding to serious medical emergencies. Advance registration by QR code and phone contact details are provided.
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2. Fire Academies Meeting RGV's Needs (valleybusinessreport.com) ā€” Growing demand for firefighters across the Rio Grande Valley is putting extra pressure on cities like Edinburg, which must cover both new neighborhoods and surrounding rural areas. South Texas Collegeā€™s expanding Fire Academy and local high school programs are training more homegrown firefighters to meet that need. Many graduates stay in the Valley, strengthening departments that protect Edinburg and nearby communities.
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3. U.S. Customs and Border Protection to Host Border Patrol Hiring Information Sessions (foxrgv.tv) ā€” Job seekers in Edinburg can attend a U.S. Border Patrol hiring information session at the Workforce Solutions office on West University Drive on Oct. 15. CBP staff will explain eligibility, benefits, and application steps, including experience and age requirements, background standards, and overtime incentives. Additional sessions are also planned in Mission and McAllen for those exploring federal law enforcement careers.
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4. Teen charged with murder in connection with fatal Pharr shooting (valleycentral.com) ā€” An 18-year-old has been charged with murder after Pharr police say a 26-year-old man was fatally shot during a family disturbance, and the suspect was later arrested in Edinburg without incident. The victim has not yet been identified, and investigators are still working the case. Residents may notice ongoing law enforcement activity as the investigation continues.
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Wanted to share that I found someoneā€™s AirPods at a cross country meet in September at the Mercedes high school.
    They were by a tree in the parking lot. No one was around. It keeps beeping so I was hoping I could return them. I did the Apple ā€œfind itemsā€ andā€¦ (Nextdoor Edison/Franklin)
  • anyone lose a cat?
    a cat approached me a lil earlier today at my doorstep, female tabby/blue collar/ i believe has an airtag on it! iā€™m on whitewing ave! pls let meā€¦ (Nextdoor West Sprague)
  • McAlister's Deli - Sun Holdings, Inc. posted a job opening for Team Member in Edinburg. Apply here.
  • Edinburg Independent School District posted a job opening for Teacher w/Head Girls Basketball Coach Supplemental Duties in Edinburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Edinburg here.

Ok Edinburg! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" ā€” A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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