The McAllen-Hidalgo International Bridge is getting nearly $2M in upgrades
Three projects are expected to renovate offices, restrooms, and maintenance facilities at the international crossing in Hidalgo.... Read more »
Economic Trends
RioPlex takes South Texas, Northern Tamaulipas investment pitch to Mexico City
Regional leaders will meet with international business and government representatives to attract new investment, particularly in advanced manufacturing.... 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 »
What you need to know about Texas A&M’s newest manufacturing hub near the Port of Brownsville
The $30 million manufacturing hub is nearing completion and hiring instructors as it prepares to expand workforce training in Brownsville.... Read more »
New $14M cold storage warehouse coming to South McAllen
The 58,308-square-foot facility is planned along Honduras Avenue, an area home to produce and distribution operations near the U.S.-Mexico border.... Read more »
Valeo pitches Texas A&M McAllen students on careers in automotive technology and sustainability
As Valeo prepares its new McAllen plant, executives are introducing local engineering students to careers shaping the next generation of... Read more »
UTRGV lands in national top five for affordability and student outcomes
UTRGV ranked No. 4 nationally and No. 1 in Texas in a Washington Monthly ranking measuring access, affordability, student outcomes,... Read more »
Harlingen hits pause on $27M offer from company planning 1,000-acre data center
Commissioners want the company to face the public first as residents raise concerns about transparency, water and the project’s impact... Read more »
Northern Tamaulipas farmers are leaving fields unplanted — and it’s not just because of drought
Nearly half the planned sorghum acreage went unplanted as farmers face low prices, rising costs and limited financing.... Read more »
Nonstop Orlando flights are back in Brownsville — and off to a strong start
Breeze has carried approximately 2,800 passengers in its first three months, with flights nearing 90% capacity during peak travel periods.... Read more »
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