Texas approved just four new cultural districts. Two are in the Rio Grande Valley
Brownsville and Edinburg earned the state designation, qualifying them to compete for grants aimed at tourism and economic development.... Read more »
Economic incentives
Texas businesses can get up to $500,000 to train existing workers under state program
The Texas Workforce Commission is accepting applications for Upskill Texas, which reimburses qualifying employers up to $3,000 per worker for... Read more »
Brownsville opens up to $30,000 in storefront grants for District 2 businesses
The BIG LIFT program will reimburse eligible small businesses for 80% of exterior improvement costs, with applications open through Oct.... Read more »
Business leaders defend Brownsville’s $220M SpaceX water agreement after contentious vote
Business leaders said the investment could expand water capacity, support jobs, and prepare Brownsville for industrial growth.... Read more »
SpaceX is giving Brownsville $220M for water projects. In exchange, the city gave up zoning control of 444 acres near Starbase
The last-minute deal followed a raucous six-hour meeting in which police removed several people, and SpaceX declined to give commissioners... Read more »
Pharr’s cross-border business push earns international recognition
The Pharr Global Business Hub was recognized for connecting businesses, entrepreneurs, and investment opportunities across South Texas and Mexico.... Read more »
USMCA won’t die in 2026 — but it’s entering a new, uncertain phase, RGV trade expert says
The trade pact remains in force, but annual reviews, shifting tariffs and ongoing negotiations are creating new uncertainty for South... Read more »
What Valley businesses should know about new Trump Account rules
Employers can put up to $2,500 a year into Trump Accounts for workers or their children without the money being... Read more »
Texas is deciding which Valley communities will get a powerful investment incentive
The Governor’s Office is reviewing eligible census tracts before choosing which communities will qualify for a federal program that offers... Read more »
Economic progress at the Port of Brownsville draws vice president’s visit
The vice president’s first visit to the region comes amid increasing tension over ICE arrests and their impact on local... Read more »
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Business leaders defend Brownsville’s $220M SpaceX water agreement after contentious vote
USMCA won’t die in 2026 — but it’s entering a new, uncertain phase, RGV trade expert says
What Valley businesses should know about new Trump Account rules
Brownsville opens up to $30,000 in storefront grants for District 2 businesses
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