Harlingen named one of the nation’s top 10 cities after earning All-America City Award
The city was Texas’ only finalist this year, with judges recognizing its work to strengthen small businesses, workforce development, and... Read more »
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Harlingen seeks next generation of startups through $65K pitch competition
Selected participants will receive training through UTRGV’s Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center before competing for grant funding in October.... Read more »
New Brownsville grant program offers small businesses up to $30K for exterior upgrades
The new initiative builds on Brownsville’s downtown revitalization strategy by extending façade improvement funding to businesses citywide.... Read more »
City of McAllen offers $600,000 to help small businesses upgrade storefronts
The city's REFRESH 50|50 program is now offering up to $25,000 in matching grants for eligible commercial properties.... Read more »
SocialFest wants to turn McAllen into a hub for creators and brands
Organizers are aiming for more than 3,000 attendees and a larger workshop-driven format as Keith Lee becomes the first announced... Read more »
Mission EDC offers up to $25K for downtown business improvements
Funding supports façade work, repairs, signage, and other projects to strengthen Mission’s historic business district.... Read more »
Popular brunch spot Southern Roots Market expands into historic downtown Weslaco building
The business plans to open its fourth location later this year, bringing dining, retail, and new foot traffic into one... Read more »
Texas Governor’s Small Business Summit brings entrepreneurs, resources to Mission. What you need to know
State and regional agencies gathered in Mission to connect entrepreneurs with funding, export, manufacturing and cybersecurity resources.... Read more »
Back from the brink: Mission’s 5×5 Brewing adds investor, staves off closure
After announcing plans to shut down earlier this year, Mission-based 5x5 Brewing has kept distribution alive and begun planning a... Read more »
How the Valley’s SBA business owner of the year built a 300-employee caregiving company
After watching her daughter navigate a difficult medical recovery, Blanca Elina Perez launched a home health company that now serves... Read more »
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