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How McAllen neighbors blocking a new AEP Texas electric substation may affect power outages

September 24, 2025 • 10 min read

A recent decision by McAllen city commissioners may delay how quickly AEP Texas can invest in its electric lines to... Read more »

McAllen ISD students turn ideas into startups through Shark Tank–style class

September 23, 2025 • 6 min read

Four Nikki Rowe High School students turned a family health concern into a product that put them among the top... Read more »

Mexico unlikely to meet October water debt deadline, leaving Valley farmers dry

September 23, 2025 • 6 min read

As drought grips both sides of the Rio Grande, growers cut back planting, trade groups warn of higher food costs,... Read more »

The story behind the Rio Grande Valley Business Journal

September 23, 2025 • 5 min read

With the Rio Grande Valley emerging as Texas’ economic engine, soon-to-be former Edinburg Mayor Ramiro Garza and journalist James Moore... Read more »

Edinburg, Brownsville outpace McAllen in sales growth over past decade

September 22, 2025 • 3 min read

Smaller Valley cities including Donna, La Feria and Los Fresnos post triple-digit gains, while Raymondville and Roma lag behind.... Read more »

Edinburg hopes growth, collegiate football will spur entertainment industry boom

September 21, 2025 • 8 min read

It’s the fastest-growing city in the Rio Grande Valley and one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.... Read more »

Texas National Bank acquiring Citizens State in Starr County

September 21, 2025 • 3 min read

The $78 million acquisition will put Texas National’s assets at about $1.1 billion and bring it to a total of... Read more »

Coming soon: Brownsville’s Marina Industrial Park taps twin plant trend

September 19, 2025 • 3 min read

The 60-acre project reflects nearshoring demand, strengthens supply chains between Tamaulipas and Texas, and builds on the developer’s work with... Read more »

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