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Matt Wilson

Matt Wilson is a Hidalgo County–based freelance reporter and contributor to the Rio Grande Valley Business Journal. He previously covered education and general assignment for The Monitor, frequently writing about the dramatic ways business changed during the coronavirus pandemic. Before that he worked as a reporter in rural Central Texas where he covered everything from house fires to school board meetings.

Articles by Matt Wilson

Legacy orchards near Shary Mansion wiped out

September 26, 2025 • 5 min read

Loss of 300 acres at the heart of the industry underscores water shortages, disease threats, and shifting economics for Valley... Read more »

Rio Grande Valley citrus growers grapple with shrinking industry

September 25, 2025 • 11 min read

Once spread across 30,000 acres, Valley groves now cover closer to 20,000 — with water shortages, extreme weather and urban... Read more »

UTRGV football debut energizes Valley, fuels estimated $14.5M economic boost

September 23, 2025 • 5 min read

UTRGV’s inaugural football season is driving record crowds, orange pride, and millions in new spending across the Valley.... Read more »

Mission ambulance company faces third bankruptcy, vows no disruption in services

September 23, 2025 • 4 min read

Despite $4.2 million in debt, the Mission-based company says it will continue fulfilling ambulance contracts in Hidalgo and Jim Hogg... Read more »

Edinburg hopes growth, collegiate football will spur entertainment industry boom

September 21, 2025 • 8 min read

It’s the fastest-growing city in the Rio Grande Valley and one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.... Read more »

Texas National Bank acquiring Citizens State in Starr County

September 21, 2025 • 3 min read

The $78 million acquisition will put Texas National’s assets at about $1.1 billion and bring it to a total of... Read more »

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