Brothers bet on booming pet economy with crematorium and event center in Pharr
The business plans to combine pet cremation, funeral services, and an event center, betting on rising consumer spending and the... Read more »
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New council seeks united South Texas response to water crisis
Hidalgo County became the first member to join the South Texas Water Supply Council, a new regional coalition focused on... Read more »
June storms brought floods — but little relief for Rio Grande Valley water supplies
Despite flooding across the Valley, June’s rainfall produced only a modest increase in storage, leaving the region’s long-term water supply... Read more »
Valley braces for more rain as flooding triggers road closures, disaster declarations
Heavy rainfall flooded roads, disrupted businesses, and prompted disaster declarations as forecasters warned of additional rain through Thursday.... Read more »
New $223M wind project could add up to 62 turbines across Hidalgo and Starr counties
The project is expected to create up to 150 construction jobs, two permanent jobs, and expand renewable energy production in... Read more »
For Valley diabetics, screwworms could pose a unique health threat
Health officials say human screwworm cases remain rare, but the Rio Grande Valley’s high diabetes rates could make some residents... Read more »
First U.S. screwworm case puts Rio Grande Valley on alert
Federal officials confirmed New World screwworm in a South Texas calf as Valley leaders prepare a coordinated response to prevent... Read more »
SocialFest wants to turn McAllen into a hub for creators and brands
Organizers are aiming for more than 3,000 attendees and a larger workshop-driven format as Keith Lee becomes the first announced... Read more »
Rio Grande Valley leaders urge vigilance as the screwworm threat moves closer to Texas
County judges, ranchers, and state officials warned residents to stay alert as Mexico reports more than 1,800 active screwworm cases,... Read more »
South Texas College and Mid-Valley International Airport launch first avionics program in South Texas
The program will prepare students for the growing demand tied to airport expansion and aerospace employers like SpaceX.... Read more »
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