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$12M project to add 300K square feet of industrial space in Pharr

April 21, 2026 • 2 min read

A building the size of five football fields is set to rise in Pharr, adding to ongoing industrial growth in... Read more »

National retailers eye McAllen’s Nolana corridor as new commercial project moves forward

April 21, 2026 • 3 min read

Leasing materials show Burlington, Ulta Beauty, Ross, Five Below, and other national brands targeted for a 164,000-square-foot development.... Read more »

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 »

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 »

Hidalgo County’s $20M drainage project to reduce flooding risk for 400,000 residents

April 3, 2026 • 4 min read

The project is designed to improve storm response by increasing capacity in one of the county’s most flood-prone areas.... Read more »

Rio Grande Valley population grew slightly over the year, despite international migration slowing to a trickle

March 30, 2026 • 4 min read

The Rio Grande Valley population hit 1.4 million residents as of July 2025, according to U.S. Census estimates.... Read more »

New Mercedes subdivision brings 500 homes, offers up to $15K in down payment assistance

March 30, 2026 • 3 min read

City officials and developers call the project a model for affordable housing, with phased construction, buyer assistance, and full infrastructure... Read more »

Behind the deal: How McAllen landed Valeo’s $225M plant

March 25, 2026 • 6 min read

McAllen leaders outline how strategy, incentives, and regional advantages helped land the project amid competition across the U.S. and Mexico.... Read more »

Business bankruptcies in the Valley doubled last year — and most are shutting down

March 7, 2026 • 3 min read

About 63% of the region’s business bankruptcies originated in Hidalgo County, according to federal court data.... Read more »

Private sector jobs lead Valley employment — though county shares vary widely

February 28, 2026 • 3 min read

Roughly 1 in 10 Valley workers runs a business, either incorporated or solo.... Read more »

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