Economic incentives

Pharr’s cross-border business push earns international recognition

August 22, 2026 • 3 min read

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

August 14, 2026 • 5 min read

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

August 12, 2026 • 5 min read

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

August 4, 2026 • 4 min read

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

August 1, 2026 • 5 min read

The vice president’s first visit to the region comes amid increasing tension over ICE arrests and their impact on local... Read more »

A master-planned community near the Mercedes outlets is selling faster than expected. Here’s why

July 11, 2026 • 7 min read

The Los Prados development just north of Mercedes with downpayment assistance is selling faster than Rhodes Enterprises anticipated.... Read more »

Harlingen seeks next generation of startups through $65K pitch competition

June 18, 2026 • 2 min read

Selected participants will receive training through UTRGV’s Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center before competing for grant funding in October.... Read more »

Cameron County approves $211M incentive deal for proposed Saronic shipyard

June 16, 2026 • 3 min read

The Greater Brownsville EDC pledged an additional $10 million as Cameron County competes with California and Virginia for the $3.2... Read more »

Saronic makes history with military rescue as Cameron County weighs incentives deal

June 11, 2026 • 3 min read

Saronic's milestone comes as county commissioners weigh more than $100 million in tax incentives for its proposed Port Alpha shipyard.... Read more »

New $223M wind project could add up to 62 turbines across Hidalgo and Starr counties

June 10, 2026 • 4 min read

The project is expected to create up to 150 construction jobs, two permanent jobs, and expand renewable energy production in... Read more »

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