New Cavender’s store planned in Weslaco, state filing shows
A $1.2 million project will renovate more than 15,000 square feet at Weslaco Palm Plaza for a new Cavender’s store,... Read more »
Retail
New Payne Volkswagen dealership coming to Edinburg
The $15 million project includes a 46,659-square-foot showroom and service center, with construction expected to begin in early 2026.... Read more »
Hundreds of Black Friday shoppers at the Mercedes outlet mall, as most Valley cities see higher sales tax revenue
Hundreds of shoppers filled the Mercedes outlet mall on Black Friday as cities across the Rio Grande Valley reported higher... Read more »
Mission EDC awards $225,000 to help 15 small businesses upgrade and expand
The Ruby Red Ventures grants will fund improvements from equipment to facades as part of the city’s push to strengthen... Read more »
Brownsville’s Búho bookstore readies for new Barnes & Noble — and welcomes the boost in readers
Owner Gilbert Hernandez says the national chain’s arrival won’t shake his confidence as he expands Búho with curated books, antique... Read more »
Big retailers in Reynosa see early gains during Mexico’s Black Friday–style event, but downtown shops struggle as U.S. shoppers stay away
Early crowds favored major retailers, leaving smaller businesses hoping the weekend rush will help close the gap.... Read more »
Coming soon: The Valley’s only nighttime golf course to open in Mission after $2 million investment
Mission's “Starlight” project is transforming nine holes at the Shary Municipal Golf Course into a lighted attraction expected to bring... Read more »
Valley retail sales climb 5.6% despite loss of more than 1,900 stores
Hidalgo and Cameron counties’ retail sales show a moderate growth pace compared to Texas peers.... Read more »
McAllen sets sights on regional tourism with $230 million Boeye Reservoir development
City officials expect the mixed-use waterfront project to draw 460,000 visitors annually, generate $35.6 million in yearly spending, and support... Read more »
Mission businesses can now apply for up to $15,000 in grant funding
Mission EDC invests $225K to boost local entrepreneurship through Build Mission Fund, now in its third year.... Read more »
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