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Elsa lands second internet provider, expands free Wi-Fi access

April 16, 2026 • 2 min read

The city partnered with VTX1 Internet on a wireless network expected to launch this summer, with service reaching parks and... Read more »

Analysis: Texas’ water future depends on the Rio Grande — and it’s under pressure

April 15, 2026 • 4 min read

An analysis from the North American Development Bank warns the Rio Grande faces mounting water challenges as it invests in... Read more »

Brownsville’s $3.2B shipyard is in jeopardy as Saronic meets with California leaders

April 15, 2026 • 2 min read

New reporting shows the company met with economic development leaders in California as South Texas officials continue to negotiate incentives... Read more »

Mission extends special tax district to unlock $17M in infrastructure bonds

April 14, 2026 • 4 min read

Officials say the move is key to managing debt timelines as the city advances infrastructure projects with limited funds.... Read more »

Mexico’s growth has long relied on manufacturing — that may be changing

April 13, 2026 • 3 min read

New research shows service industries in Mexico are growing faster in output and productivity, even as manufacturing remains dominant along... Read more »

Reynosa looks beyond manufacturing to drive its next phase of growth

April 13, 2026 • 4 min read

City leaders are pushing retail, tourism, and small business growth as job pressure builds across manufacturing and logistics sectors.... Read more »

After years of delays, McAllen City Center finally goes vertical with first $13M building

April 9, 2026 • 3 min read

The 32,500-square-foot multi-tenant structure will anchor the first phase as developers work to attract tenants to the site.... Read more »

Edinburg backs small businesses with $400K in upgrade grants

April 9, 2026 • 2 min read

Grants of up to $10,000 will fund façade, signage, and property improvements to boost visibility and customer traffic across commercial... Read more »

Cameron County draws a line on data centers — but lacks the power to stop them

April 8, 2026 • 3 min read

County leaders support growth but warn large-scale facilities could strain the water supply, electricity, and infrastructure without stronger safeguards.... Read more »

SpaceX wants a 50-year lease at the Port of Brownsville​. Here’s what we know

April 8, 2026 • 2 min read

The long-term deal could generate more than $32 million for the port while supporting new infrastructure tied to SpaceX’s expanding... Read more »

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