2024-03-07 19:00
Governor Greg Abbott today ordered flags in the City of Fritch to be lowered to half-staff in honor of Fritch Fire Chief Zeb Smith who lost his life in the line of duty protecting… Read More
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2024-03-07 17:35
In a significant announcement made today, Governor Greg Abbott unveiled plans for Walmart’s expansion in the heart of Texas with the establishment of a new milk processing facility in… Read More
2024-03-07 17:19
On April 8, 2024, the moon will pass over the sun in Texas from 1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m. TxDOT encourages everyone to follow these safety tips to ensure a safe viewing experience. TxDOT ImageT… Read More
2024-03-07 17:02
South Texas College will be hosting its annual Workforce Summit that will unite the college’s industry partners and workforce leaders including Texas Workforce Commission, to discuss a… Read More
2024-03-07 16:41
Don’t miss out on the fun as we honor the legacy of Dr. Seuss together! Courtesy Image for illustration purposesTexas Border Business
Step into the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss!&nbs&hell…Read More
2024-03-07 16:14
This was Mrs. Lima’s first time competing in the pageant and she is so happy to have been crowned as this year’s Duchess as well as to use her title to represent her beloved City… Read More
2024-03-07 16:01
As a frontline figure in what is described as the unprecedented illegal immigration crisis facing the nation, Sheriff Dominguez intimately understands the significant pressures these challen… Read More
2024-03-07 15:32
U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) voted to pass a package of six fiscal year 2024 Appropriations bills to fund the federal government. The final package includes $14,815,036… Read More
2024-03-07 15:10
We’re thrilled to welcome chef, restaurateur, and Bravo’s Top Chef host Kristen Kish to the virtual main stage this March 14th! Courtesy ImageTexas Border Business
We’re… Read More
2024-03-07 14:46
Dr. Andrew Phillips shares a joyful moment with Jose E. Altamirano Brown and his family, celebrating life and recovery thanks to DHR Health’s ECMO program. Jose’s triumphant jour… Read More
2024-03-06 22:05
In a display of extraordinary skill and determination, all four PSJA PTI students not only participated but excelled in their respective weight classes. Each student achieved remarkable resu… Read More
2024-03-06 21:41
Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitive Mack Kizzee III is this month’s Featured Fugitive. The reward for information leading to his arrest is increased to $6,000 during March if the tip is… Read More
2024-03-06 20:47
The NVRA requires states to “conduct a general program that makes a reasonable effort to remove” from the official voter rolls “the names of ineligible voters” who ha… Read More
2024-03-06 20:32
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD (PSJA ISD) Communications team received numerous State awards from the Texas School of Public Relations (TSPRA) for outstanding work in School Public Relations… Read More
2024-03-06 20:13
On the panel is Hector Pérez from Pérez Groves, Courtney Moore, and Thomas Padilla, each independently works on sustainability farming and techniques. Courtesy images for illus… Read More
2024-03-06 19:33
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers and agriculture specialists at the Brownsville and Matamoros International Bridge intercepted two live howler monkeys in a vehicle in a single enf… Read More
2024-03-06 19:18
The team developing the plan will be conducting surveys at strategic locations throughout McAllen, ensuring the inclusion of all road users, including motorists, cyclists and pedestrians, an… Read More
2024-03-06 17:44
The Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library is thrilled to extend an invitation to the community for an unforgettable celebration in honor of Barbie’s 65th anniversary. The event w… Read More
2024-03-06 16:57
TSTC Automotive Technology alumnus Samuel Gonzales adds antifreeze to a 2024 Toyota Camry as part of his job at Toyota of Pharr. (Photo courtesy of TSTC.)Texas Border Business
HARLINGEN… Read More
2024-03-06 16:18
This Spring Break, in collaboration with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and local bars and restaurants, the Edinburg Police Department aims to decrease the number of potential impaired… Read More
2024-03-06 15:52
The Cup is awarded to the state with the most projects involving a capital investment of at least $1 million, 20 or more new jobs, or 20,000 square feet of new construction. Site Select… Read More
2024-03-06 15:14
Pictured above are some of your winners from Super Tuesday 2024. Image Sources: Courtesy, Twitter, Facebook, Wikipedia Commons Public Domain. For illustration purposes.Texas Border Business… Read More
2024-03-06 02:18
City officials and community members gather to celebrate the grand opening of the new Metro McAllen Headquarters and North Hub Transfer Station, marking a new chapter in public transportatio… Read More
2024-03-05 22:45
The fish, weighing in at 13.33 pounds and tagged as ShareLunker 660, was caught by Eric Lewis of Haskell, distinguishing Fort Phantom Hill as the 77th public waterbody to have produced a Leg… Read More
2024-03-05 22:30
Governor Abbott today held a briefing with state and local officials and provided an update on Texas’ continued wildfire response efforts at a press conference in Canadian. Photo: Offi… Read More
2024-03-05 21:40
Carlos Slim. Photo from Carlos Slim Foundation Annual Press ConferenceAndrés Manuel López Obrador’s (AMLO). Photo from Andrés Manuel López Obrador YouTubeTe… Read More
2024-03-05 20:39
This year’s award recipient is Nelly Houston, engineering teacher and Career and Technical Education (CTE) department team leader at South Texas Independent School District (STISD… Read More
2024-03-05 20:15
The Zambrano Law Firm welcomes Alexandra Habbouche-Huerta as Associate Attorney in the McAllen office. Mrs. Habbouche-Huerta has gained substantial experience in Personal Injury Law, most no… Read More
2024-03-05 20:05
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For those captivated by the enigmatic disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, a story that has gripped the world for a decade, there’s now an even more accessible way i… Read More
2024-03-05 19:55
The award will fund the research and development of authentication mechanisms to reduce cyber-physical security risks in our country’s electrical, oil, and gas delivery systems. B… Read More
2024-03-05 19:30
The goal to turn US 77 into an interstate (I-69E) from I-37 in Corpus Christi to Brownsville is taking another sign… Read More
2024-03-05 19:05
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), Pharr District, has announced plans to hold a public meeting to discuss the proposed widening of FM 3362 and FM 2061 (Jackson Road) from SH 49… Read More
2024-03-05 17:35
Bret Gardella, Executive Director & CEO, and Karla De La Riva, Director of Workforce & Business Development, representing Greater Brownsville with the Governor’s Cup. Courtesy… Read More
2024-03-05 16:07
U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at Juarez-Lincoln Bridge uncovered two alleged smuggling attempts involving two adults and three minors and also disco… Read More
2024-03-05 15:53
Some of the brightest and most promising young scientific minds recently met for an intense competition on STC’s Pecan Campus, competing in the 18th Annual Regional Science Olympiad, w… Read More
2024-03-05 15:06
The United States Supreme Court made a powerful and unified statement against the brazen, unconstitutional coup by leftists against the constitutional rights of tens of millions of Americans… Read More
2024-03-05 14:18
Voting is not just a right; it’s a profound responsibility that carries the weight of our future. Image for illustration purposesTexas Border Business
By Roberto Hugo Gonzále… Read More
2024-03-04 22:53
EDINBURG, Texas – Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Commissioner Ellie Torres extends a warm invitation to all women to join her at the upcoming Hidalgo County Commissioners Court session on T… Read More
2024-03-04 22:33
Meet Gage, the embodiment of boundless energy and infectious enthusiasm! Courtesy ImageTexas Border Business
Meet Gage, the embodiment of boundless energy and infectious enthusiasm!… Read More
2024-03-04 22:00
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces the results of several human trafficking mitigation and rescue operations conducted during January 2024, which is National Human Traffic… Read More
2024-03-04 21:38
During TSTC’s TechXperience Day on Thursday, Feb. 29, Cybersecurity instructor Alejandro Alcoser (center) explains to visiting high school students how his students learn how to preven… Read More
2024-03-04 21:12
Israel Ortega. Photo by Roberto Hugo GonzálezTexas Border Business
By Roberto Hugo González
In McAllen, Texas, The LIBRE Initiative, an organization deeply rooted in empo… Read More
2024-03-04 21:06
IDEA Public Schools in the Rio Grande Valley is excited to announce nearly 100 percent of more than 1,300 seniors in the Class of 2023 successfully matriculated to college. (AI) I… Read More
2024-03-04 20:47
Petty Officer 3rd Class Marielena Aguila. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jordan Jennings,
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By Mass Communica… Read More
2024-03-04 20:29
Kids’ answers fall into three categories: the smilers, the hopeful and the performers. I call the first group the smilers because Ashley, 9, says: “Yes!! You will definitely go t… Read More
2024-03-04 20:00
JetBlue Airways Corporation (JetBlue) announced today that it has abandoned its $3.8 billion acquisition of Spirit Airlines Inc. (Spirit). In January, the U.S. District Court for the Distric… Read More
2024-03-04 17:51
Beginning at 8 a.m. CST on March 8, day pass reservations for April 8 will become available for those wishing to experience the total eclipse from the scenic vantage points of Texas state pa… Read More
2024-03-04 17:37
Toledo Bend and O.H. Ivie shared the ShareLunker Legacy Class stage to kick off the final week of February. O.H. Ivie in West Texas continued its unprecedented run of monster largemouth bass… Read More
2024-03-04 17:18
In a bold initiative to revamp its waste management system and contribute significantly to environmental sustainability, the City of Harlingen is rolling out the “Harlingen Enhanced Tr… Read More
2024-03-04 16:57
“Primary elections are an opportunity for Texans to weigh in on who will be the candidates for the Republican and Democratic parties on the ballot in November,” said Secretary Ne… Read More
2024-03-04 16:38
Election Day is March 5th. Image for illustration purposesTexas Border Business
The following chart is the unofficial total vote count for the Primary Elections in Hidalgo and Cameron Cou… Read More
2024-03-04 16:20
On Tuesday, March 5, 2024, voters in fifteen states and one territory will cast their ballots, deciding the allocation of a significant portion of delegates to the Republican and Democratic… Read More
2024-03-04 14:00
Amidst the celebration of the LIBRE Initiative Community Center’s grand opening in McAllen, Monica Rodriguez, the dynamic Grassroots Engagement Director for Hidalgo County, holds the s… Read More
2024-03-01 22:45
Governor Abbott yesterday hosted 45th President Donald J. Trump for a border security briefing with state officials in Eagle Pass. Following the briefing, the Governor and the President tour… Read More
2024-03-01 21:52
The City of Pharr and the Pharr Engineering Department are pleased to announce the opening of North Fir Avenue, a crucial addition to our transportation infrastructure aimed at improving tra… Read More
2024-03-01 21:35
Director Christopher Wray and Sue Gordon, former principal deputy director of national intelligence at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, discuss intelligence sharing at th… Read More
2024-03-01 21:21
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce, City of Edinburg, and Bert Ogden Auto Group are thrilled to host the highly anticipated Fiesta Edinburg Parade, which will travel northbound on S. Closner B… Read More
2024-03-01 20:45
Governor Abbott was joined for the announcement at the Governor’s Mansion by Site Selection magazine Editor in Chief Mark Arend; Secretary of State Jane Nelson; members of the Texas Le… Read More
2024-03-01 20:15
The VAMOS Golf Tournament has become a beacon of hope for countless deserving students across the Rio Grande Valley, providing them with the financial assistance needed to access higher educ… Read More
2024-03-01 20:00
In a significant update to the Sharyland North Junior High community, we are pleased to announce that the school has successfully returned to its regular schedule and operations. Image for i… Read More
2024-03-01 19:46
This is one of many efforts the Harlingen EDC has put forth to show Harlingen is pro-business. To learn more about Equip Harlingen, scan the QR code on your screen or visit www.harlingenedc… Read More
2024-03-01 19:33
The Museum of South Texas History hosts “Farm Life in South Texas” in partnership with Hub of Prosperity Farm and the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s Center for Sus… Read More
2024-03-01 19:17
This complimentary, year-round resource is designed for women in all stages of their professional journey — whether you’re looking to get to the next level through advancing… Read More
2024-03-01 17:30
Early voting ENDS TODAY. Image for illustration purposes Texas Border Business
The following chart is the unofficial vote count for the Primary Elections in Hidalgo and Cameron Counties… Read More
2024-03-01 15:56
The Power of Purse-Her-Verence Survivor Celebration Luncheon will recognize and celebrate 4 survivors who are former victims of domestic violence and who are now thriving in their community… Read More
2024-03-01 15:32
McAllen Public Library, IMAS partner with Villa Albertine and Instituto Francés de América Latina for free annual philosophy super-event that interrogates life at the border. C… Read More
2024-03-01 15:15
McAllen City Commissioners District 2, Joaquin “J.J.” Zamora, and District 4, Rodolfo “Rudy” Castillo and a McAllen Delegation led by City Manager Roel “Roy&rdq&hell…Read More
2024-03-01 15:00
With the accessibility of South Texas College’s Dual Credit program, high school students from J. Economedes High School (JEHS) successfully earned professional certifications that are… Read More
2024-03-01 14:39
Governor Greg Abbott today hosted 45th President Donald J. Trump for a border security briefing with state officials in Eagle Pass. Photo: Office of the GovernorTexas Border Business
AUST… Read More
2024-02-29 21:41
Former US president and Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump meets with the Texas National Guard ahead of visiting the US-Mexico border, where he will deliver remarks.
The post Watch… Read More
2024-02-29 21:31
Watch live as US President Joe Biden arrives in Brownsville, Texas ahead of visiting the US-Mexico border. He is due to give a speech, urging Congress to support the bipartisan border deal n… Read More
2024-02-29 20:42
A “transgender” advocacy group called PFLAG sued Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton this week in a bid to hide documents after the Office of the Attorney General launch… Read More
2024-02-29 19:27
Governor Greg Abbott issued a statement on Texas’ constitutional right to defend itself following a federal judge granting the Biden Administration’s motion for a prel… Read More
2024-02-29 19:04
Early voting continues through tomorrow. Image for illustration purposesTexas Border Business
The following chart is the unofficial vote count for the Primary Elections in Hidalgo and Cam… Read More
2024-02-29 17:28
Approximately 361 students qualified for the UIL State Solo & Ensemble competition to be held May. Image for illustration purposesTexas Border Business
PHARR, Texas – … Read More
2024-02-29 16:49
Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents discovered migrants inside a stash house operation in Laredo, Texas. USCBP ImageTexas Border Business
LAREDO, Texas – Laredo Sector Border Pa… Read More
2024-02-29 16:34
Marijuana seized at Paso Del Norte crossing & Cocaine seized at Paso Del Norte crossing. USCBP ImagesTexas Border Business
EL PASO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protecti… Read More
2024-02-29 16:19
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredo Port of Entry this weekend seized over $76,000 in unreported currency hidden within a bus during an outbound examination. USCBP Image fo… Read More
2024-02-29 16:01
Jars of lard in carboard box. CBP officers seized loads of 32.40 pounds, 31.39 pounds and 30.99 pounds of methamphetamine within jars of lard at Eagle Pass Port of Entry
All three seizures o… Read More
2024-02-29 15:34
South Texas College Pecan and Mid-Valley libraries partnered with the Harlingen Public Library to create an accessible training experience for respective staff. STC ImagesTexas Border B… Read More
2024-02-29 15:07
CJ Sanchez, the newly appointed President and CEO of the Greater PHARR Chamber of Commerce. Photo by Roberto Hugo GonzálezTexas Border Business
By Roberto Hugo González
I… Read More
2024-02-29 15:00
Judicial Watch announced today that it received 269 pages of records from the U.S. Secret Service related to incidents of aggression by President Biden’s dog Commander, inclu… Read More
2024-02-29 14:40
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, filed legislation today to prohibit the U.S. government from suspending anti-terrorism restrictions to s… Read More
2024-02-29 14:06
Over 130 Colombians, including identified criminals, have been deported back to their homeland, highlighting the U.S.’s stringent border control measures. This operation by ICE, captur… Read More
2024-02-28 21:31
Mayor Javier Villalobos and the McAllen City Commission proclaimed the month of March as Women’s History Month in McAllen, and March 8 as International Women’s Day in McAllen, in… Read More
2024-02-28 21:12
“There are 3.2 million small businesses in Texas employing nearly half of the Texas workforce. Image for illustration purposesTexas Border Business
AUSTIN, Texas – Gov… Read More
2024-02-28 20:55
Emanuel Torres, a TSTC Mechatronics Technology student, prepares wiring for a motor-controlled panel during a recent lab session. (Photo courtesy of TSTC)Texas Border Business
HARLINGEN… Read More
2024-02-28 20:41
ROMA, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at Roma Port of Entry this weekend seized $1 million in cocaine in a single enforcement actio… Read More
2024-02-28 20:29
The Metro McAllen North Hub & Transfer Station includes funding from the Federal Transit Administration and Texas Department of Transportation Development Credits in the amount of $7.801… Read More
2024-02-28 20:06
U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Ted Cruz (R-TX) sent a letter yesterday to U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas with their Senate Judiciary GOP colleagues d… Read More
2024-02-28 19:38
Early voting continues through Friday. Election Day is March 5th. Image for illustration purposesTexas Border Business
The following chart is the unofficial vote count for the Primary Ele… Read More
2024-02-28 17:23
The fastest growing nations in gross domestic product (GDP) are, as usual, observed among emerging regions. A mature industrial base cannot generally sustain the rates of increase seen in ar… Read More
2024-02-28 16:42
Mayor Dr. Ambrosio Hernandez and his wife Cristina. Photo by Roberto Hugo GonzálezTexas Border Business
The 2024 State of the City Address by Pharr Mayor Dr. Ambrosio Hernandez was… Read More
2024-02-28 15:17
In 2004, what started as a program to inform and educate real estate industry professionals throughout the region, regarding the state of the local economy, the Edwards Abstract and Title Co… Read More
2024-02-28 15:06
As the nation turns its gaze towards the southern border city, the trip is being framed by some as a long-overdue acknowledgment of a crisis that critics argue has been aggravated by the adm… Read More
2024-02-28 13:49
Celerino “Cele” Castillo. Photo by Roberto Hugo GonzáleTexas Border Business
By Roberto Hugo González
During the vibrant festivities of the 10th Annual A Seas… Read More
2024-02-27 22:24
Known for its long-standing tradition of forecasting North American weather patterns, the Farmers’ Almanac has been a go-to source for over 200 years. Image for illustration purpo… Read More
2024-02-27 22:10
The HHS Office of Inspector General (OIG) reports that their Fraud Hotline is getting 10-15 complaints per day about the new telephone scam that involves a technique called spoofing. Image… Read More
2024-02-27 21:56
The City of Pharr invites residents to join us for a day of wellness and community engagement as part of the “It’s Time Texas” initiative. The event will feature a produce… Read More
2024-02-27 21:08
Early voting continues through Friday. Election day is Tuesday, March 5. Image for illustration purposesTexas Border Business
The following chart is the unofficial vote count for the Prim… Read More
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