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 »
Economic Trends
A year of becoming: The Rio Grande Valley in 2026
Bridge expansions, LNG construction, SpaceX growth, and trade shifts are reshaping the region — here’s what to watch this year.... Read more »
Over 1,200 acres of Rio Grande Valley citrus placed under new fruit fly quarantines
Quarantine zones in La Feria and Peñitas are delaying harvests as growers contend with recurring pest controls.... Read more »
Mexico auto sales dip in 2025, but Reynosa dealers report strong demand
Border dealers cite SUV purchases, financing incentives, and used-vehicle sales as national volumes soften.... Read more »
The Rio Grande Valley has added billions in property value since 2020, but growth hasn’t been even
A RGV Business Journal analysis traces where the Valley’s growth concentrated — and where it lagged.... 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 »
Hundreds of Rio Grande Valley companies lost state certification as Hispanic-owned. Here’s why
Texas is backing away from efforts to level the playing field for contracting with minority-owned businesses, affecting hundreds of companies... Read more »
The most popular place to stay in the Rio Grande Valley this year isn’t a hotel
South Padre Island leads regional overnight stays as lodging preferences continue to shift.... Read more »
Exclusive: Condo-style Hilton hotel planned near McAllen Convention Center
A new 100-room, condo-style Hilton hotel is planned just east of the McAllen Convention Center, targeting long-term business and project-based... Read more »
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