What downtown Edinburg visitors should know as old Hidalgo County Courthouse demolition continues
The area is seeing a major redevelopment tied to new facilities, including a new courthouse and parking garage, as well... Read more »
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A $249 million solar project in Hidalgo County is in limbo — here’s why
The project was expected to generate enough electricity to power about 40,000 homes annually and support hundreds of construction jobs.... Read more »
State of the Region luncheon centers on one message: the Valley moves forward together
County judges and regional leaders highlighted shared priorities — from water and drainage to economic growth — saying coordinated advocacy... Read more »
South McAllen drainage project to protect 1,500 acres from flooding
The project modernizes part of the city’s aging stormwater system, aiming to improve reliability during heavy rain and protect residential... Read more »
Longtime Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority director to retire
As the board searches for a successor, the agency reflects on Rodriguez’s 13-year tenure guiding staff growth, major milestones, and... Read more »
Hidalgo County loop advances as major tollway, trade corridor projects move forward
The HCRMA's latest report outlines progress on the 365 Tollway, the IBTC, and other planned connectors that will form a... Read more »
New $8M public safety center coming to Alamo, plus ‘State of the City’ projects to watch
Alamo officials shared economic development projects during its first state of the city address, including a new public safety center... Read more »
Pharr’s $120M bridge expansion to double its cargo capacity is set to be completed in January
The city leveraged a 2019 federal directive that fast-tracked its presidential permit, cutting years off the expansion process at one... 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 »
Palmhurst extends Skyline ambulance contract despite bankruptcy filing
The Palmhurst City Council voted to extend its contract with Skyline EMS in September for at least two more years,... Read more »
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