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Academy Award-nominated actor Terrence Howard to headline Social Fest in McAllen

October 21, 2026 • 2 min read

Howard joins Keith Lee, Leo González and other speakers at the two-day event focused on social media, digital marketing and... Read more »

A little MySpace, a little AOL: Valleyites help grow new social media platform

October 13, 2026 • 6 min read

With more than 93,000 users, SeenU is betting on authentic connections over endless scrolling, with an Edinburg native helping lead... Read more »

Edinburg looks to attract new franchise businesses with matchmaking event

October 12, 2026 • 2 min read

The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation is connecting prospective business owners and investors with established franchise brands looking to expand.... Read more »

Edinburg EDC is courting franchise brands, and it wants local money to meet them

September 24, 2026 • 2 min read

A November matchmaking session signals the city is recruiting retail and service chains, not just industry EDINBURG — The Edinburg... Read more »

Entrepreneurs enter Mission EDC’s ‘Shark Tank’ competition for $25K top prize

September 17, 2026 • 4 min read

Mission’s first Small Business Expo brought entrepreneurs together to network and compete for cash prizes with local businesses taking center... Read more »

Texas Venture Fest returns to Brownsville, connecting Valley entrepreneurs with statewide startup network

September 8, 2026 • 2 min read

The free event will connect Rio Grande Valley founders and investors with a statewide gathering expected to draw more than... Read more »

Reynosa entrepreneur finds new growth in Korean corn dogs after closing hardware business

August 19, 2026 • 3 min read

Norberto Cruz Johansen lost five major oil and gas customers, closed his hardware business, and turned to food trucks before... Read more »

Moots Café grew to seven locations. Now its owners are expanding beyond coffee

August 18, 2026 • 3 min read

The entrepreneurs behind the Reynosa coffee chain are investing up to $114,000 in Brio Fresh Kitchen, a new health-focused restaurant.... Read more »

Valley business leaders share their playbook for competing against bigger companies at Mission chamber event

August 18, 2026 • 3 min read

Leaders from Edwards Abstract and Title, Junior’s Supermarket, and Matt’s Building Materials shared how they compete, build networks, and stay... Read more »

Brothers bet on booming pet economy with crematorium and event center in Pharr

July 5, 2026 • 5 min read

The business plans to combine pet cremation, funeral services, and an event center, betting on rising consumer spending and the... Read more »

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