Proposed Harlingen data center draws opposition over water and power use
What’s known so far about the site, the wastewater agreement, and what still must happen before any deal is approved.... Read more »
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Brownsville weighs a new midtown entertainment district — here’s what you need to know
City leaders are pitching an entertainment district pilot, which would hold bar operators and property owners accountable for any issues.... Read more »
Brownsville ranks among top U.S. metros for economic competitiveness and growth
Site-selection metrics and migration trends highlight Brownsville’s growing appeal to employers and residents.... Read more »
Homeland Security chief hears farmers’ concerns, dismisses economic fallout of ICE raids
Kristi Noem emphasized border security during a Valley visit while dismissing concerns from industry leaders about labor shortages linked to... Read more »
A year of becoming: The Rio Grande Valley in 2026
Bridge expansions, LNG construction, SpaceX growth, and trade shifts are reshaping the region — here’s what to watch this year.... Read more »
Over 1,200 acres of Rio Grande Valley citrus placed under new fruit fly quarantines
Quarantine zones in La Feria and Peñitas are delaying harvests as growers contend with recurring pest controls.... Read more »
Fewer crossings, higher value: How Mexico’s trade adapted after U.S. tariffs
Stricter customs rules reshaped border operations in 2025, pushing companies toward larger, more complex transactions as oversight increased.... Read more »
The Rio Grande Valley has added billions in property value since 2020, but growth hasn’t been even
A RGV Business Journal analysis traces where the Valley’s growth concentrated — and where it lagged.... Read more »
Sending money to Mexico just got more expensive— here’s what to know
The Trump administration imposed a new tax on money sent to Mexico, but there are some loopholes to avoid paying... Read more »
RGV bars rang up $193M in alcohol sales in 2025; one McAllen bar stood above the rest
As revelers prepare to ring in the New Year, here’s a list of the most popular bars across the Rio... Read more »
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