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In a sign of solidarity with the rest of the nation in remembrance of the tragic events of September 11, 2001, Hidalgo County officials participated in a series of memorial events this past weekend to pay tribute to all... Read on...
On Saturday, July 16, 2011 Commissioner Quintanilla along with precinct staff made a collaborated effort along with the residents of Colonia Las Palmas in Weslaco to clean up the colonia. Commissioner Quintanilla is... Read on...
On Saturday, July 9, 2011 Commissioner Quintanilla along with Precinct 1 Staff worked together with residents to clean up Colonia La Pinata south of Donna. Commissioner Quintanilla created the event along with staff to... Read on...
On Thursday, June 16, 2011 Commissioner Quintanilla attended Edcouch Elsa ISD School Board Meeting. Commissioner Quintanilla along with staff addressed the school board to announce the expansion of Mile 17 North. The road is... Read on...
Pct 1 Commissioner Joel Quintanilla cracks down on illegal dumping, which puts the area at risk.
Commissioner Joel Quintanilla presented each community partner with appreciation baskets for their continued support of the Hidalgo County Head Start Program.
On April 7, 2011, Precinct 1 residents showed their appreciation to Commissioner Joel Quintanilla and staff for the paving of Barrera Road in Weslaco. Residents had long requested the road to be brought up to standard, for... More >>
Commissioner Quintanilla Taking Steps to Clean Up Precinct
In a sign of solidarity with the rest of the nation in remembrance of the tragic events of September 11, 2001, Hidalgo County officials participated in a series of memorial events this past weekend to pay tribute to all... More >>
Commissioner Joseph Palacios and staff assisted Love Thy Neighbor with handing out FREE shoes and backpacks to children within the San Carlos community. Children of all ages arrived for the event and were delighted with... More >>
Hidalgo Co. PCT 4 has scheduled Sharp Road, between Curry and Curve for pavement.
Over 5800 visitors participated in activities at the San Carlos CRC
Hidalgo County Pct 4 Commissioner Joseph Palacios and the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services provided heart attack information and blood pressure assessments to Pct 4 employees, this morning, as part of the County’s... More >>
Elementary students from Ruben C. Rodriguez in Edcouch, Texas visited Hidalgo County for Student Leadership Day as part of National County Government Month. The purpose of National County Government Month is to enhance... More >>
County Judge Ramon Garcia addresses over 600 retired senior volunteers at the 29th Annual RSVP Volunteer Recognition Celebration, hosted by Community Service Agency
Hidalgo County congratulates Precinct 3 Constable Larry Gallardo, who was honored yesterday at a graduation ceremony for the 2010-11 Leadership Class of the Texas Association of Counties (TAC) Leadership Program. Constable... More >>
On Saturday, May 14, 2011, Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia addressed Bachelor's degree and Master's degree graduates of the UTPA College of Arts and Humanities and College of Social and Behavioral Sciences.
Judge... More >>
Hidalgo County Joins in Education, Proclamation, and Celebration of Vietnam Veterans
Wednesday March 23, 2011, Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia welcomed Joe Kennedy III to Hidalgo County for the Dedication Ceremony of Kennedy Middle School.
Joe P. Kennedy III is currently serving as an Assistant... More >>
Read the latest issue of Hidalgo County Commissioners' Court Report!
February 2, 2012
The latest information as reported by the Texas Conference of Urban Counties regarding the 2012 primaries indicates that the April 3 primary election date appears to be "in serious doubt."
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This morning, Hidalgo County joined various regional entities, Tech Prep of the Rio Grande Valley, The Rio Grande Valley Partnership, and Senator Eddie Lucio, Jr. in proclaiming February 2, 2012 as Groundhog Job Shadow Day.... More >>
Commissioners’ Court approved a proclamation proclaiming February 2, 2012 as Groundhog Job Shadow Day in Hidalgo County. Groundhog Job Shadow Day is a national and local program in which several businesses and high schools... Read on...
Commissioners’ Court approved an interlocal agreement between Hidalgo County Precinct 4 and Edinburg Consolidated School District to provide for the construction of a protective barrier around Carmen Avila Elementary and... More >>
At its regular meeting of Commissioners’ Court held Tuesday, members approved a resolution in honor of Noe Garza, the former Mayor Pro Tem of the City of Edinburg, who passed away on January 9, 2012. Garza’s family was on... More >>
In an effort to meet new healthcare standards and ensure the best quality care for citizens, leaders from throughout South Texas came together to discuss possible regional partnerships which would garner various benefits for... More >>
The Hidalgo County Courthouse Master Plan Committee met for the third time on Wednesday, January 18, 2012. The meeting began with an overview of the upcoming schedule for the next phases of the master planning process over... More >>
Commissioners’ Court approved a resolution in honor Senovio Castillo, of Elsa, Texas, who passed away in December 2011. Castillo’s family was on hand to accept the resolution, which touted Castillo as a distinguished public... More >>
At its meeting held Tuesday, January 17, 2012, Hidalgo County Commissioners’ Court recognized the life and legacy of U. S. Army Specialist Kurt William Kern, who died in Afghanistan in December 2011. A resolution was read... More >>
Kids who love animals and science can start preparing for their animal health career as early as 7th grade via a Veterinary Science Program being offered by Texas AgriLIFE Extension Service, a Texas A & M University agency,... More >>
Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Director Eddie Olivarez was recently asked to discuss the new legislation on Bacterial Meningitis with McAllen ISD Community Information Specialist, Mark Mays. Mr. Olivarez discussed... More >>
On December 29, 2011, Hidalgo County Commissioners’ Court approved a resolution in honor of County employee Rolando Lopez. Mr. Lopez has been employed at the County Auditor’s office for 18 years, having served under four... More >>
Hidalgo County Urban County Program Director, Diana Serna, was recognized by Commissioners’ Court for her selection as Chair for Region 6 of the National Community Development Association (NCDA); she has been appointed to... More >>
Hidalgo County Commissioners’ Court congratulates the efforts of Hidalgo County employees who held a toy drive earlier this month to benefit low-income children in Hidalgo County. This year’s toy drive garnered an... More >>
Over 200 children in Hidalgo County are celebrating Christmas a little early this year, thanks to the generosity of Hidalgo County employees, Love Thy Neighbor Service Organization, and the South Texas Literacy Coalition.... More >>
Dr. Ruben J. Saldaña, District Extension Administrator, and Mrs. Barbara Storz, Extension Service Agent, presented Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service’s recommendation to Commissioners’ Court to appoint Ms. Christina L.... More >>
Commissioners’ Court re-appointed Juan G. Martinez as Hidalgo County Fire Marshal. Martinez has served as Fire Marshal since his initial appointment in 2009, and has been employed with Hidalgo County since 2005.
The Hidalgo County Health Department, in coordination with South Texas College and McAllen ISD, hosted a Meningitis Vaccination presentation and clinic on Friday, December 9, 2011 at the Cooper Center for Communication Arts... More >>
Students from Ms. Sugalan's, Mr. Mercado's, and Mr. Luna's 6th grade science class at Kennedy Middle School took a tour of the Precinct 2 Multi-Purpose Facility this morning. They are learning about energy resources... More >>
Commissioners’ Court approved the appointment of Dr. Ivan Melendez, Medical Director, as the Hidalgo County Local Health Authority for the period of December 6, 2011 to December 5, 2013. Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia... More >>
Hidalgo County Commissioners’ Court approved the appointment of Deputy Constable Aaron Luis Moreno to Sergeant by Precinct Constable 4 Jose “Eddie” Guerra.
At a ceremony held this morning, Judge Fred Garza, Hidalgo... More >>
After a 60-day trial period, Hidalgo County officials are pleased with the results of a pilot project aimed to collect on outstanding fines and fees owed to Justice of the Peace courts. The project, “Operation: Clean Slate... More >>
At a ceremony held Wednesday, November 17, 2011, Hidalgo County Justice of the Peace Speedy Jackson administered the oath of office to Hidalgo County Commissioners’ Court appointee, Constable Daniel Marichalar. Immediately... More >>
At the culmination of the inaugural meeting of the Courthouse Master Plan Committee held in October, members of the 28-member committee were charged with contributing their vision for an ideal courthouse facility that would... More >>
Members of the Hidalgo County/Drainage District #1 Advisory Committee met last week to continue discussions on the status of drainage projects in Hidalgo County. The 25-member committee was appointed by Hidalgo County... More >>
Hidalgo County Officials and community members gathered together on Saturday, November 5, 2011 not only to pay respects to those who have lost their lives serving our country but also to unveil the names of nine new... More >>
The ceremony took place from 11 am – 2 pm today at the Catholic War Veterans Hall (1501 International Blvd) in Weslaco, Texas. Commissioner Quintanilla recognized and honored local veterans from Hidalgo County; Ret. Lt.... More >>
The Texas Association of Counties presented Texas State Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa with the “Friend of County Government Award” for his consistent and continuous efforts to author, advocate for and support legislation that... More >>
At a press conference held Monday afternoon at McAllen City Hall, Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia joined McAllen Mayor Richard Cortez and Cindy Martinez, president of the Texas Postal Workers Union, AFL-CIO, to voice... More >>
In recognition of our local soldiers who perished during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, the following names have been added to the Veterans' Monument which is located on the grounds of the Hidalgo... More >>
Hidalgo County Commissioners' Court approved a proclamation naming October 2011 as "Breast Cancer Awareness Month" - during this month-long observance, all Valley residents are encouraged to join in related... More >>
Invited by the University of Texas-Pan American’s Office of Career Services to speak to students and inspire them as they pursue their professional career in their field of choice, last week Hidalgo County Auditor Ray... More >>
The Hidalgo County Courthouse Master Plan Committee held its first meeting on Tuesday, October 11, 2011, in Edinburg to discuss future plans for the existing Hidalgo County Courthouse. The committee was created by Hidalgo... More >>
Earlier today, Rolando Cantu from McAllen was sworn in as Judge of Hidalgo County Court-at-Law #7 by Precinct 3 Commissioner Joe M. Flores, who officiated the ceremony. Surrounded by County officials, members of the... More >>
In accordance with Border Bi-National Health Week 2011 (October 1-7, 2011), the HIDA-REY Bi-National Health Council hosted the first annual HIDA-REY Public Health Forum on October 7, 2011 at Texas A&M Health Science Center... More >>
Hidalgo County WIC along with WIC programs across the nation will deliver new child and family-friendly messages from the Sesame Street Muppets to aid in implementing the Program’s new WIC food packages. WIC’s new food... More >>
Marking the occasion that would have been John Austin Peña’s 27th birthday, the community of Hidalgo County gathered in his honor for the grand opening ceremony of the John Austin Peña Primary Care and Substance Abuse... More >>
Hidalgo County opened the first licensed Baby Café in the Rio Grande Valley on Monday, October 3, 2011 at 1 pm in San Juan. This project is an effort to prevent early childhood obesity and promote breastfeeding as the... More >>
At Tuesday's meeting of Commissioners’ Court, members heard a presentation on proposed County Commissioner precinct redistricting maps. After several adjustments made on-site to the proposed Plan A, Commissioners’ Court... More >>
The Hidalgo County District Clerk Office launched the much anticipated eJuror on Friday, a module of the ACS Juror Solutions Software implemented in March 2010. This component will enable jurors to communicate with the... More >>
Ceremony honored organ donor & recipient families and celebrated life!
Hidalgo County Sheriff Guadalupe “Lupe” Treviño was recognized Tuesday, September 6th, 2011 by the Hidalgo County Commissioners’ Court in commemoration of a recent double award to the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office by the... More >>
Are you a Veteran or know someone who is?
Make sure to visit McAllen Medical Center on Tuesday, September 13th from 4 pm - 7 pm to make sure you or your Veteran are enrolled with the Hidalgo County Veterans Service... More >>
Hidalgo County Commissioners’ Court recognized Mrs. Yvonne Ramón, Elections Administrator, for her designation as a Certified Elections/Registration Administrator (CERA) on Monday, August 22nd, 2011. This award is the... More >>
Armando Barrera Jr., RTA, Hidalgo County Tax Assessor-Collector wants Hidalgo County residents to understand what’s happening with the new vehicle registration fees and why these changes are occuring.
Beginning Sept. 1,... More >>
The Hidalgo County WIC Program co-sponsored the 6th Annual Rio Grande Valley Breastfeeding Coalition Conference to help educate the community about the benefits of breastfeeding. The conference took place Thursday, August 18... More >>
Hidalgo County Commissioners' Court and the Elections Commission held a Joint Workshop on Wednesday, August 10, 2011.
The purpose of the joint workshop was to discuss the requirements of Senate Bill 100 their... More >>
Hidalgo County Commissioners’ Court approved a proclamation on August 2nd declaring August 2011 as “World Breastfeeding Awareness Month.”
Hidalgo County WIC (Women, Infants and Children) joins the State of Texas and the... More >>
UPDATE ON ERCOT's "POWER WARNING"
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc. (ERCOT), system operator for the state’s bulk transmission grid, canceled the level 2 emergency at 6:07 p.m last night and... More >>
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The University of Texas-Pan American Scholarship will sponsor four scholarship recipients: Two Employees and Two Dependents in the amount of $1000 per academic semester for two... More >>
Operation Lone Star, the annual effort to provide FREE medical care to people in South Texas served residents in Hidalgo County the week of July 25 - 29. People in need took advantage of services including health screenings... More >>
Commissioners’ Court presented 15 students of the Texas AgriLife Extension Services Summer Camp Leadership Club with certificates of recognition for their involvement in completing four projects throughout the last few weeks... More >>
The "Dare to Prepare" Disaster Fairs have been hosted in CRC's across all of Hidalgo County and in so doing, have brought helpful information and education about hurricane preparedness to the public.This is a very... More >>
In honor of Flag Day, Commissioners’ Court was presented with a U.S. Flag that was flown over the nation’s Capitol, courtesy of U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar. Alexis Gallegos, Outreach Coordinator for Congressman Cuellar... More >>
Hidalgo County residents who live near the San Carlos area attended the 2nd Annual "Dare to Prepare" Disaster Fair on Saturday, June 11th, 2011. Several disaster and medical agencies were on hand providing information... More >>
Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia and the Hidalgo County Commissioners’ Court are pleased to welcome members of the South Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association to McAllen, Texas for the association’s 77th Annual... More >>
Hidalgo County Pct 4 Commissioner Joseph Palacios and the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services provided heart attack information and blood pressure assessments to Pct 4 employees, this morning, as part of the County’s... Read more »
Sheriff Lupe Trevino, Precinct 1 Commissioner Joel Quintanilla, and County Judge Ramon Garcia were all on hand, along with numerous local and state representatives, to celebrate the Ground Breaking of the new Sheriff's... More>>
On Monday, May 23, 2011, Hidalgo County Commissioners’ Court approved a proclamation announcing May 22-28, 2011 as National Hurricane Preparedness Week, in anticipation of the start of the 2011 Hurricane Season on June 1st. ... More >>
Judge Garcia attended three ceremonies in Hidalgo County honoring local Fallen Heroes at La Piedad Cemetery, Roselawn Cemetery, and the Saint Joseph Cemetery on Memorial Day. Along with others throughout the County, Judge... More>>
The Justice of the Peace and Constable Departments from Precinct 2 celebrated the grand opening of their new facility on Friday, May 27, 2011 by inviting the public to take a tour of their new building as well as giving them... More>>
On Tuesday, May 17, 2011, Hidalgo County Commissioners’ Court approved a resolution to name the Hidalgo County Substance Abuse Treatment Facility the “John Austin Pena Memorial Center” to commemorate the life of John Austin... More >>
At its regular meeting held May 3, 2011, Hidalgo County Commissioners’ Court approved a resolution in support of legislative efforts to address the state’s method of adequately and equitably funding Texas schools.... More >>
This week, Hidalgo County joined communities across the nation in proclaiming April 25 – 30, 2011 as Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Week in celebration of the federal program’s impact on improving the quality of... Read on...
On Tuesday, April 19, 2011, Hidalgo County Commissioners’ Court approved the appointment of Homero Jasso, Sr. as temporary Justice of the Peace in accordance with Section 27.055 (b) of the Texas Government Code to serve for... More >>
Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia joined other local leaders, business owners, and the education and economic development community at the announcement of USANOW’s designation as an EB-5 Regional Center by the U. S.... More >>
At its annual conference held on March 19, 2011 in Shreveport, Louisiana, Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Constable Larry Gallardo was named the “2010 Constable of the Year” by the National Constables Association.
The National... More >>
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PHARR, TEXAS — More than 200 special guests and 150 students from surrounding school districts celebrated the grand opening of Hidalgo County’s first “green” building this week by “flipping the switch.” The literal switch —... More >>
The Census Bureau shipped local 2010 Census data to the governor and leadership of the state legislature in Texas on Wednesday, and today at 2 p.m. Central Time it became available to the public.
The population in... More >>
The Hidalgo County Commissioners’ Court has issued a burn ban, effective immediately for up to 90 days.
Outdoor burning is restricted in the unincorporated areas of Hidalgo County, including incorporated cities that do... More >>
On Monday, February 14, 2011, Commissioners’ Court recognized the efforts of County K-9s Shark and Outlaw (and their handlers Chief Deputy Fire Marshal Wesley Bradley and Deputy Marco Romero) for their exemplary service in... More >>
On Tueday, Febuary 8, 2011, Hidalgo County Commissioners’ Court recognized Health Department employee Gloria Salinas, R.N., Pulmonary Clinic Supervisor and pulmonary staff for their dedication and commitment to the residents... More >>
On Tuesday, February 1, 2011, Commissioners’ Court recognized the service of county employees who acted swiftly in responding to and investigating theft and vandalism of county property in two separate incidents this past... More >>
Students from Ms. Sugalan's, Mr. Mercado's, and Mr. Luna's 6th grade science class at Kennedy Middle School, were led on a tour of the Precinct 2 Multi-Purpose Facility by Manny Casas this morning. They are learning... More >>
On Monday, March 7, 2011, Hidalgo County Commissioners' Court approved a proclamation declaring March 9, 2011 as "Registered Dietitian Day."
The proclamation reads:
"Hidalgo County Commissioners' Court... More >>