Proud to Be AMONG THE BEST

from SOCIALIFE MAGAZINE | MARCH 2023

THE TWILIGHT OF A HEALTHCARE LUMINARY:

SOUTH TEXAS HEALTH SYSTEM® EDINBURG HAS BEEN

NAMED A BEST REGIONAL HOSPITAL IN TEXAS BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT.

At South Texas Health System, your health is our purpose. It drives everything we do. That is why we are especially proud that South Texas Health System Edinburg has been recognized as one of the nation’s Best Regional Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. In addition to ranking in the Top 25 in the state, we are the only facility or system in the Rio Grande Valley to receive this recognition.

As a designated Level IV trauma center, accredited chest pain center, and certified stroke center, South Texas Health System Edinburg serves critical healthcare needs in our community. Recently expanded to include a new $100M+ patient tower, the facility is also home to award-winning programs in maternity care, robotic surgery, physical rehabilitation, wound care and more.

American Legion Post 408 Gets A Facelift From Leadership Edinburg

On February 9, 2023, the Leadership Edinburg Class XXXIV hosted a benefit luncheon for their class project. During the event, L.E. Class proudly announced their class initiative to beautify and restore the facade of the American Legion Post 408 for local veterans to enjoy. Their goal is to pay tribute to our heroes and to ensure that their legacy lives on. For more information or to contribute to the Leadership Edinburg project, contact the Edinburg Chamber at (956) 383-4974.

City Of Edinburg Joins Rgv Day At The Capitol

On February 23, City of Edinburg leaders joined a Valley delegation of 100+ for RGV Day at the Capitol. The RGV Partnership hosts the event. The group broke into teams and met with area legislators to discuss issues such as broadband connectivity, economic development, transportation, infrastructure, environmental issues, and public safety. The theme of the visit was “One Region, One Voice.”

A resolution was also held on the house and senate floors in recognition of “RGV Day at the Capitol.”

Dog Day Formal Affair

Photography by Tiffany Miranda

Puppy Love Gala returned to the McAllen Convention Center on February 18th with a Formal Affair to raise funds for Palm Valley Animal Society. Almost 500 people came decked out in their best to mingle, meet adoptable puppies, and shop at one of the best auctions around. The event raised more than $260,000 to help fund the amazing lifesaving PVAS does every day. In 2022, this non-profit saved more than 11,000 lost and homeless dogs and cats who needed new homes and vital medical care. “These animals are capable of so much love,” said board president Barbara Guerra, “and they deserve our love in return.”