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Exclusive: McAllen plans new 47-acre industrial park near international bridges

July 15, 2026 • 3 min read

McAllen is seeking a $6.3 million federal grant to build infrastructure for the proposed park that could bring nearly 500... Read more »

Inside McAllen’s vision for a 26-acre central park — and the legal fight behind it

July 13, 2026 • 9 min read

McAllen is pursuing an ambitious investment in walkable green space, but the proposed central park remains tied up in an... Read more »

Mission touts sales tax growth, affordable housing, and golf investments in State of the City

July 8, 2026 • 3 min read

Mission leaders touted an increase in sales tax payments, new building permits, affordable housing, and a plan to incentivize investment... Read more »

Manufacturer powering AI and data centers is investing $150M and creating 1,000 jobs in Reynosa

July 5, 2026 • 2 min read

The investment amount and projected job creation were disclosed this week, five months after the company broke ground on its... Read more »

Texas is getting ready to spend another $300M on its space industry. South Texas could benefit again

July 4, 2026 • 2 min read

The Texas Space Commission is preparing its next round of grants after committing its first $150 million, including $7.5 million... Read more »

Harlingen named one of the nation’s top 10 cities after earning All-America City Award

June 28, 2026 • 2 min read

The city was Texas’ only finalist this year, with judges recognizing its work to strengthen small businesses, workforce development, and... Read more »

Port of Harlingen launches $12.5M infrastructure push to support trade growth

June 28, 2026 • 2 min read

Dock upgrades, drainage improvements, and a new long-range master plan aim to strengthen the port’s role in the Rio South... Read more »

Construction to watch: Rio Bank opening in Brownsville, Planet Fitness in San Benito, plus Edinburg animal shelter expansion

June 24, 2026 • 2 min read

The latest projects offer a snapshot of where developers and businesses are investing across the Rio Grande Valley.... Read more »

Texas still expected to add 264K jobs this year despite worker shortages, Dallas Fed says

June 23, 2026 • 2 min read

Economists say hiring remains stronger than expected, even as some employers struggle to find workers.... Read more »

Padel boom fuels club expansions and new development in Reynosa

June 22, 2026 • 4 min read

Growing demand for padel is driving club expansions and a new sports complex in Reynosa, adding courts, fitness amenities, event... Read more »

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