2024-04-19 19:02
The Museum of South Texas History will host the Sunday Speaker Series presentation, “Rebecca Flores and the Struggle for Field Sanitation in the Lower Rio Grande Valley,” featuri… Read More
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2024-04-19 18:37
Earlier this week, members of the Texas Air National Guard and law enforcement assigned to Operation Lone Star stopped an attempted illegal drug smuggling operation along the Texas- Mexico b… Read More
2024-04-19 18:11
Carlos Peña Ortiz, Reynosa Mayor. Courtesy photoTexas Border Business
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In a recent decision, the Superior Chamber of the Electoral Tribunal of the Judicial… Read More
2024-04-19 16:18
Daniel Rendon, a student in the Biomedical Equipment Technology program at TSTC’s Harlingen campus, is prepared to take on the Engineering Technology Design competition with his teamma… Read More
2024-04-19 15:17
Texas also again surpassed all previous historic highs for total jobs, the number of Texans working, and the size of the Texas labor force. Image for illustration purposesTexas Border Busine… Read More
2024-04-19 15:04
Director Wray, right, speaks with Vanderbilt University Chancellor Daniel Diermeier during the Vanderbilt Summit on Modern Conflict and Emerging Threats in Nashville on April 18, 2024. Image… Read More
2024-04-19 14:51
A project to widen FM 1925 (Monte Cristo Road) to a 4-lane roadway with a center turn lane, between Alamo Road & Sharp Road in Edinburg, begins Monday, April 22. Image for illustration p… Read More
2024-04-19 14:27
Several roadway maintenance projects will impact travel for drivers throughout the 8-county TxDOT Pharr District, this weeken… Read More
2024-04-19 14:09
s dignitaries from federal, state and local governments gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to open the Hidalgo County’s Public Health Facility, they received word that officials ha… Read More
2024-04-19 13:09
The Justice Department announced today the seizure of four domains used by the administrators and customers of a domain spoofing service. Image for illustration purposes Texas Border Busines… Read More
2024-04-18 20:51
José Hernández, renowned astronaut and the first Latino migrant farm working astronaut, will be visiting the Bert Og… Read More
2024-04-18 20:32
The City of McAllen is set to host its first international Sister Cities Trade Mission at this year’s MXLAN. This unique landmark event is scheduled for Friday May 3, 2024 at the McAll… Read More
2024-04-18 20:06
The City of Pharr is excited to announce the She’s My Hero Camp: First Responders Edition, aimed at educating youth on the various careers in first response. This FREE camp offers an i… Read More
2024-04-18 19:47
Dalinda Alcantar González. Photo by Roberto Hugo GonzálezTexas Border Business
By Roberto Hugo González
This July, the cities of McAllen and Edinburg, Texas, are s… Read More
2024-04-18 14:37
Champion Lakes Golf Course in McAllen, Texas, is proud to be the host golf course for the Drive, Chip & Putt Local Qualifier on Friday, May 3, 2024, starting at 3:00 p.m. Courtesy image… Read More
2024-04-18 14:03
On April 16, 2024, a Hidalgo County jury found Karla Marlen Deleon (pictured), 51, of Edinburg, Texas, guilty of murder, announced Hidalgo County District Attorney Toribio “Terry&rdquo&hell…Read More
2024-04-18 13:35
New data has revealed the states most likely to produce an Olympic gold medalist, with Texas in the top ten. Image for illustration purposesTexas Border Business
New data h… Read More
2024-04-18 13:22
Yokohama executives and local dignitaries celebrate the groundbreaking of the new $380 million tire plant in Saltillo, marking a significant step in enhancing North American operations. Phot… Read More
2024-04-18 03:00
Jesse Zambrano. Courtesy photoTexas Border Business
Attorney Jesse Zambrano’s visionary journey in the Rio Grande Valley unfolds a remarkable story of ambition, mentorship, and educ… Read More
2024-04-17 20:45
An investigation by The Heritage Foundation’s Oversight Project has brought to light controversial flyers distributed by the Resource Center Matamoros (RCM), a migrant advocacy group b… Read More
2024-04-17 20:21
This year’s summit is proud to feature Dr. Belinda Román, an associate professor of economics at St. Mary’s University in San Antonio and recently recognized by The W… Read More
2024-04-17 20:05
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at El Paso area ports of entry made recorded multiple enforcement actions during the last week. They made 24 drug seizures, apprehended 25… Read More
2024-04-17 19:53
Chief U.S. District Judge Randy Crane has now sentenced Rodriguez to 132 months in federal prison to be immediately followed by five years of supervised release. Image for illustration purpo… Read More
2024-04-17 19:29
This event is designed to provide resources to those individuals who lost their jobs as a result of the first wave of layoffs because of the closure of the Rio Grande Valley Sugar Mill. Imag… Read More
2024-04-17 19:09
Let the fiesta begin! Community members ages 50 and up are invited to join the Edinburg Parks and Recreation Department for their ‘Senior De Mayo’ event on Friday, May 3, 2… Read More
2024-04-17 18:47
Carlos Nunez is a TSTC Drafting and Design student at TSTC’s Harlingen location. (Photo courtesy of TSTC.)Texas Border Business
HARLINGEN, Texas – After working in some u… Read More
2024-04-17 18:30
This recent slide in the peso’s value appears linked to increasing global financial uncertainty. According to Janneth Quiroz, director of analysis at Monex Financial Group, the decline… Read More
2024-04-17 18:16
This image illustrates the impact of identity fraud, as described in the article. This scene reflects the emotional and financial distress faced by victims of identity theft. Image by Rafael… Read More
2024-04-17 17:07
Judge Israel Ramon, Jr., 430th State District Court. Photo by Roberto Hugo GonzálezTexas Border Business
By Roberto Hugo González
State District Court Judge Israel Ramon… Read More
2024-04-17 16:45
Governor Greg Abbott today was named as one of the 100 most influential people in the world by TIME in their 2024 TIME100 list. Image Sources: Logo: Time.com. Abbott: Texas.gov. Bgd for… Read More
2024-04-17 16:02
At its regular meeting on April 16, 2024, the Edinburg City Council unanimously passed a poignant resolution to retire the call sign Eagle 1 in memory of Fire Chief Shawn M. Snider. Dozens o… Read More
2024-04-17 15:20
Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson. Courtesy imageTexas Border Business
By Roberto Hugo González
Brownsville, Texas – To bolster cross-border trade and enhance infrastr… Read More
2024-04-17 14:51
New Census data confirms what many people around the state have observed – Texas metropolitan areas and the surrounding counties are seeing a notable population surge. Image for illust… Read More
2024-04-17 14:35
Fabian Osiel Flores-Morales, 30, attempted to depart the United States into Mexico via the outbound lane at the International Port of Entry in Los Indios March 21. Images for illustration pu… Read More
2024-04-17 14:09
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By Roberto Hugo González
Last week, Mission Economic Development Corporation (EDC) was decisive in supporting the 9th annual Viva Fresh Expo… Read More
2024-04-17 13:45
Texas Woman’s University will officially open an outreach center to recruit students from the Rio Grande Valley and help women-owned businesses… Read More
2024-04-17 13:23
As we look ahead to May 2024, South Texas is gearing up for a notably wet month. Weather forecasts predict many rainy days, suggesting that residents and visitors should prepare for intermit… Read More
2024-04-17 13:03
Raudel Garza. Photo by Roberto Hugo GonzálezTexas Border Business
By Roberto Hugo González
McAllen, TX – To continue fostering community engagement and promoting in… Read More
2024-04-16 22:11
TMTG’s CEO, Devin Nunes. Photo by Gage Skidmore, under CC BY-SA 2.0 via FlickrTexas Border Business
SARASOTA, Fla., April 16, 2024—Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. (NA… Read More
2024-04-16 21:10
Sony Rego. Photo by Roberto Hugo GonzálezTexas Border Business
By Roberto Hugo González
In the Rio Grande Valley, where the spirit of love for education stands, a lady of… Read More
2024-04-16 19:52
Pharr IT Director Jose Peña announced to the city commission that the Pharr IT Department has earned the prestigious 2024 Excellence Award from the Texas Association of Government IT… Read More
2024-04-16 19:36
The immersive camp sessions will be weekly from 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday starting June 3 through August 2. Image for illustration purposesTexas Border Business
EL PASO, Texa… Read More
2024-04-16 19:21
Governor Greg Abbott yesterday met with Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd. (“Samsung”) President and CEO Kye Hyun Kyung and other executives at the Governor’s Mansion in… Read More
2024-04-16 18:43
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Workforce Solutions is here for you. Check the document below to see if we have what you are looking for:
Hot Jobs April 15.docx.do… Read More
2024-04-16 18:27
Alizee’s been in Palm Valley’s care for over a year, patiently waiting for a forever home. Courtesy ImageTexas Border Business
Introducing Alizee, a courageous and loving 3-ye… Read More
2024-04-16 18:09
Alonso-Hernandez will be prosecuted for an immigration violation, after which the Texas Rangers will continue their investigation into Alonso-Hernandez. USCBP ImageTexas Border Business
L… Read More
2024-04-16 16:52
Stacks containing $85,000 in unreported U.S. currency seized by CBP officers during an outbound examination at Pharr International Bridge. USCBP ImageTexas Border Business
PHARR, Texas&nb&hell…Read More
2024-04-16 16:41
Packages containing nearly 32 pounds of methamphetamine seized by CBP officers at Eagle Pass Port of Entry. USCBP ImageTexas Border Business
EAGLE PASS, Texas – U.S. Customs an… Read More
2024-04-16 16:30
The South Texas College (STC) Liberal Arts division recently joined forces with STC’s Library Services to curate a four-day conference prompting STC and the wider community to explore… Read More
2024-04-16 16:07
The Law Day Luncheon, scheduled for May 1, 2024, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. The event will take place at the Region One Education Service Center located at 1900 W Schunior St, Edinburg, TX 78… Read More
2024-04-16 15:31
Fitch Ratings also assessed the Stand-Alone Credit Profile (SCP) of Edinburg’s water and wastewater system at ‘aa—’. This SCP signifies the system’s credit prof… Read More
2024-04-16 15:13
McAllen Road Closure for Violet Ave from 1st Street to 2nd Street, April 16th 8AM- April 17th 8AM. Image for illustration purposesTexas Border Business
As the City of… Read More
2024-04-16 15:00
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By Roberto Hugo González
Originating from a background of noble heritage and a family characterized by their hardworking nat… Read More
2024-04-16 14:42
For more information about the signage improvement program, call the EDC staff at 956-565-2230, with its offices located at 320 S. Ohio in Mercedes. Courtesy ImagesTexas Border Business… Read More
2024-04-16 14:27
John Sherman (standing), manager for Altec Inc., speaks with TSTC Automotive Technology and Wind Energy Technology students about available job opportunities during a recent employer spotlig… Read More
2024-04-16 14:10
Precinct 3’s Field Operation Team, Commissioner Everardo “Ever” Villarreal. Courtesy imageTexas Border Business
MISSION, Texas – Hidalgo County Precinct 3, un… Read More
2024-04-16 13:55
In a groundbreaking move aimed at fostering innovation and bolstering business ties between Texas and Israel, the Texas Association of Business (TAB), the Texas Venture Alliance (TVA), and S… Read More
2024-04-16 13:15
James “Jim” Darling. Photo by Roberto Hugo GonzálezTexas Border Business
The McAllen Citizens League (MCL) has always promoted community engagement and informed disco… Read More
2024-04-15 19:01
A new study has discovered the states with the highest percentages of fatal crashes involving a police pursuit, with Georgia taking the top spot. Image for illustration purposesTexas Border… Read More
2024-04-15 18:38
The event will feature information about establishing financial goals, developing appropriate budgets, and learning about savings accounts. Image for illustration purposesTexas Border Busine… Read More
2024-04-15 18:15
The Laredo-based multibank financial holding company ranked 3rd on the 15th annual prestigious list of Best Banks in America. Image source; KGBTexas Communications, CC BY-SA 4… Read More
2024-04-15 16:49
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that nominations for the 2024 Star of Texas Awards, which honor peace officers, firefighters, emergency medical first responders, and federal law e… Read More
2024-04-15 15:20
Have you ever felt the blast of air from traffic on the side of a highway? The ceaseless noise, staggering winds and two-ton vehicles speeding just feet away can be terrifying for highway wo… Read More
2024-04-15 14:26
Kevin Hill (right), a TSTC Mechatronics Technology student, practices using a programmable logic controller while fellow student Mia Segueda tests for inconsistencies in preparation for the… Read More
2024-04-15 14:12
Edinburg and surrounding cities to participate in the celebration of “Día de los Niños, Día de los Libros” (Children’s Day/Book Day) on Saturday, April… Read More
2024-04-15 13:56
Governor Abbott participated in a fireside chat to bring attention to Texas’ efforts to increase adoption and foster care resources across the state to help children find their forever… Read More
2024-04-12 21:11
The City of McAllen, in partnership with Palm Valley Animal Society, will host a free, drive-thru microchip clinic for McAllen residents and their pets, on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the M… Read More
2024-04-12 20:53
harr’s Warrior Race takes place Saturday, May 4th, 2024, at the Pharr Natatorium (3001 N Cage Blvd, Pharr, TX 78577) beginning at 6 AM. Courtesy ImageTexas Border Business
Pharr, Te… Read More
2024-04-12 20:19
National Guardsmen from across the country continue to arrive in Texas to assist the state’s historic and unprecedented mission to respond to President Biden’s border crisis. Pho… Read More
2024-04-12 19:48
More than a million people who live in Baltimore City (565,239) and Baltimore County (844,703) and thousands more tourists and commuters could be impacted in the coming months by t… Read More
2024-04-12 19:18
PSJA Early College High School (PSJA ECHS) Senior Rehanna Reyes, a dedicated member of the PSJA ECHS Bearettes signed a letter of commitment on April 8, 2024, to join the inaugural Universit… Read More
2024-04-12 19:02
In March of 2024, Hidalgo County Commissioners Court engaged Austin-based H20 Partners to coordinate the development of a countywide plan to address projected water shortages in the coming s… Read More
2024-04-12 18:46
PSJA Early College High School (ECHS) senior Madison Garcia signed a letter of commitment to powerlift for Midland University on April 5, 2024, during a special signing ceremony. Courte… Read More
2024-04-12 18:19
Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) recently voiced concerns with Secretary of State Antony Blinken about Mexico’s ongoing delays in meeting its water delivery commitments to Texas. These delay… Read More
2024-04-12 16:22
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Photo by Gage Skidmore, under CC BY-SA 2.0, via FlickrTexas Border Business
In a surprising development that may redefine the contours of the Republican Par… Read More
2024-04-12 15:26
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Progreso/Donna Port of Entry encountered a man wanted in North Texas on a felony warrant for sexual assault of a child. Image for illustration… Read More
2024-04-12 15:02
Trailblazing through the face of adversity Noel A. Ysasi has dedicated half a century to the social work profession as a Social Work Practitioner and South Texas College Instructor, earning… Read More
2024-04-12 14:37
Governor Greg Abbott sent a letter with Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, Idaho Governor Brad Little, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, Missouri Governor Mike… Read More
2024-04-12 14:16
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has announced that maintenance activities will occur daily between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Courtesy image Texas Border Business
Texas Border Busin… Read More
2024-04-12 13:17
Pictured above is the Rector of the Universidad Autónoma de Tamaulipas (UAT), MC. Dámaso Leonardo Anaya Alvarado and Dr. Ricardo Solis, president of South Texas College (STC)… Read More
2024-04-11 19:38
Cassandra Bravo, Trauma Injury Prevention & Outreach Coordinator at DHR Health. Photo by Roberto Hugo GonzálezTexas Border Business
By Roberto Hugo González
In the Ri… Read More
2024-04-11 19:13
Hidalgo County’s Director of Veterans Services, Samuel Perez, Jr., was recently honored by the Texas Veterans Commission for helping the widow of aq Vietnam Army veteran claim a retroa… Read More
2024-04-11 18:42
“Small businesses are the very heart of our communities and the backbone of the booming Texas economy,” said Governor Abbott. “With over 3 million small businesses in Texas… Read More
2024-04-11 18:28
With over 4,400 entries in the Take Care of Texas Kids Art Contest, three students will be taking home new laptops to celebrate the way they shared how they Take Care of Texas by recycling… Read More
2024-04-11 18:04
Students who are part of Texas A&M Engineering Academy at South Texas College toured the Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages plant recently in McAllen. The tour enabled students to get a behin… Read More
2024-04-11 16:21
(L-R) Lee Castro, Kelly Salazar, Mario Lizcano, and Ronnie Larralde pose at Legacy Chapels, gearing up to sponsor the inaugural Red Coat Mixer. Courtesy imageTexas Border Business
EDINBU… Read More
2024-04-11 15:32
Transcendence 2024, the third dance production of the year for the group, will be on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. with the 2 p.m. performance being interpreted in Am… Read More
2024-04-11 15:10
In a continued effort to provide Rio Grande Valley residents with new job opportunities, the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation (EEDC), in collaboration with Workforce Solutions, will… Read More
2024-04-11 15:00
Hidalgo County District Attorney Toribio “Terry” Palacios, today released an update on 3 criminals sentenced in the RGV. Anthony Calderon, 21, of Donna, Texas… Read More
2024-04-11 13:26
William Dietrich, Interim Port Director and CEO of the Port of Brownsville. Images courtesy of the Port of BrownsvilleTexas Border Business
By Roberto Hugo González
In a recent… Read More
2024-04-11 13:07
McAllen’s Dylan Moreno Secures Texas Tech SGA Senator Role with Over 1,500 Votes, Focused onBridging South to West Texas for Enhanced… Read More
2024-04-10 21:11
Governor Greg Abbott today championed Texas’ ongoing efforts to bolster the electric grid to support the state’s growing energy needs during his keynote address at the Texas Elec… Read More
2024-04-10 20:46
McAllen was once again recognized as a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, in honor of its commitment to effective urban forest management. Image for illustration purpo… Read More
2024-04-10 20:33
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on The Constitution, joined Senate Republican colleagues for a press conference… Read More
2024-04-10 20:32
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Mississippi has the highest percentage of its auto debt balance in delinquency of more than 90 days at 6.77%, 61% above the national average.
Alabama is second, w… Read More
2024-04-10 20:03
The FBI’s surveillance authorities under Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act are indispensable to the Bureau’s efforts to combat threats from forei… Read More
2024-04-10 19:46
Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA) President Todd Staples today issued this statement following the U.S. House Energy & Commerce Committee’s hearing in Port Arthur o… Read More
2024-04-10 19:30
A Declaration was issued because of the prolonged period of exceptional drought conditions,” the one-page declaration said, the drought conditions “pose an imminent and continuou… Read More
2024-04-10 19:16
The City of McAllen Vital Statistics Department will be open for extended hours on Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The department is located at the City of McAll… Read More
2024-04-10 18:58
The Vision Zero Action Plan is a traffic safety plan that will be created through data unique to the community in order to create safer transportation systems with a goal of reducing injurie… Read More
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