Real estate rules tighten as U.S.–Mexico investment grows
Industry leaders say training, ethics, and clear legal boundaries now make the difference between smooth transactions and costly mistakes in... Read more »
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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 »
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 »
Development at former McAllen Civic Center site begins to take shape; see plans
The McAllen Civic Center was demolished about a decade ago to make way for a new upscale shopping center and... 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 »
New Texas laws in effect on Jan. 1: property taxes, insurance, and limits on AI
See a clear, easy-to-follow list of the Texas laws that took effect Jan. 1 and what they mean for Rio... Read more »
Fewer crossings, higher value: How Mexico’s trade adapted after U.S. tariffs
Stricter customs rules reshaped border operations in 2025, pushing companies toward larger, more complex transactions as oversight increased.... Read more »
Six construction projects to watch in the Rio Grande Valley in 2026
Use our interactive map to track the major construction projects shaping the Rio Grande Valley in 2026.... Read more »
Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse move closer to construction in Peñitas
State records show both restaurants have formally filed construction plans along Expressway 83, signaling the next phase of Peñitas’ retail... 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 »
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