Cameron County draws a line on data centers — but lacks the power to stop them
County leaders support growth but warn large-scale facilities could strain the water supply, electricity, and infrastructure without stronger safeguards.... Read more »
Infrastructure
Mexico is investing $2.7B for a new trade route — but Matamoros isn’t on it
Business leaders say the latest route map could reshape freight flows, raise logistics costs, and test Matamoros’ position in the... Read more »
Hidalgo County’s $20M drainage project to reduce flooding risk for 400,000 residents
The project is designed to improve storm response by increasing capacity in one of the county’s most flood-prone areas.... Read more »
Proposed data hub near Laredo would run on its own power — not the grid
The development combines natural gas, renewables, and hydrogen storage to deliver constant power for AI operations.... Read more »
Harlingen considers a temporary ban on data centers. Here’s what comes next
City leaders aim to assess infrastructure strain and draft rules as concerns grow over water use, electricity demand, and long-term... Read more »
Could the market now support a third LNG export terminal in Brownsville? Here’s what we know.
A third LNG export terminal was halted several years ago due to market challenges, but now there’s a supply gap... Read more »
McAllen is building three pedestrian tunnels — here’s where they’ll go
City leaders say the tunnels will connect parks, trails, and tourism assets while allowing pedestrians to safely cross major roads.... Read more »
Primera opens $10M municipal complex as population and development accelerate
Population growth, new housing subdivisions, and infrastructure planning are reshaping the Cameron County community west of Harlingen.... Read more »
Pharr and Brownsville bridges marked vulnerable as trade with Mexico hits record levels
A federal freight report released Friday examines how rising trade volumes could strain some border crossings if traffic continues to... Read more »
Millions are flowing into the Valley’s water infrastructure. A new program aims to train the workers needed to run it.
An $80,000 grant will help train wastewater plant operators as utilities prepare for infrastructure expansion and a wave of retirements... Read more »
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