RGV job growth stays ahead of Texas and U.S., new data show
See where the Valley is adding jobs, according to data released Friday by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.... Read more »
Articles by Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza
Proposed Harlingen data center draws opposition over water and power use
What’s known so far about the site, the wastewater agreement, and what still must happen before any deal is approved.... Read more »
Brownsville weighs a new midtown entertainment district — here’s what you need to know
City leaders are pitching an entertainment district pilot, which would hold bar operators and property owners accountable for any issues.... Read more »
As banks tighten construction lending, some Rio Grande Valley homebuilders are eyeing alternative financing
Despite higher borrowing costs, some Valley homebuilders are turning to private, non-bank financing options to keep projects moving.... Read more »
Homeland Security chief hears farmers’ concerns, dismisses economic fallout of ICE raids
Kristi Noem emphasized border security during a Valley visit while dismissing concerns from industry leaders about labor shortages linked to... Read more »
Development at former McAllen Civic Center site begins to take shape; see plans
The McAllen Civic Center was demolished about a decade ago to make way for a new upscale shopping center and... Read more »
New Texas laws in effect on Jan. 1: property taxes, insurance, and limits on AI
See a clear, easy-to-follow list of the Texas laws that took effect Jan. 1 and what they mean for Rio... Read more »
Six construction projects to watch in the Rio Grande Valley in 2026
Use our interactive map to track the major construction projects shaping the Rio Grande Valley in 2026.... Read more »
Sending money to Mexico just got more expensive— here’s what to know
The Trump administration imposed a new tax on money sent to Mexico, but there are some loopholes to avoid paying... Read more »
RGV bars rang up $193M in alcohol sales in 2025; one McAllen bar stood above the rest
As revelers prepare to ring in the New Year, here’s a list of the most popular bars across the Rio... Read more »
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