South Padre Island leaders are exploring paid parking for beach visitors. Here’s what you need to know
Several businesses already charge visitors for parking lots or garages, but hundreds of free spots exist across the island. Now... Read more »
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Beach Water Park files plans for $750K go-kart track project on South Padre Island
The latest filing follows an earlier $750,000 project to rebuild the park's Hurricane Slide, although both projects are registered under... Read more »
Edwards Abstract and Title Co. announces acquisition of Rio Grande Valley Abstract
The acquisition brings together two established title companies with deep roots in South Texas, expanding Edwards Abstract's presence in Cameron... Read more »
Rio Grande Valley cities saw a 5.5% increase in retail sales tax revenue through August 2026
Sales tax revenue increased in 39 of 44 Valley cities through August, while McAllen remained the region’s largest generator at... Read more »
Nearly 4,000 Cameron County homes could lose state-backed windstorm coverage
The proposal could save the state-backed insurer about $60 million a year while reducing its financial risk during major hurricanes.... Read more »
Twin Peaks is coming to Brownsville and South Padre Island
The sports restaurant chain is planning new locations in Cameron County as part of a broader South Texas expansion agreement... Read more »
Cameron County wants input on a highway that could lead to SPI’s second causeway
The proposed 21.5-mile Outer Parkway would create a new east-west highway across northern Cameron County as part of a broader... Read more »
Travelers spent $272M on RGV lodging in first half of 2026. See where they stayed
Travelers most often chose to stay on South Padre Island overnight when visiting the Valley, even more so in 2026... Read more »
Most Rio Grande Valley cities see sales tax gains through July 2026
McAllen led the Valley with $63 million in sales tax revenue through July, up 7.2%, while Edinburg bucked the regional... Read more »
South Padre Island developer mulls new hotel or multifamily project, secures zoning for both
South Padre Island could see a new hotel or townhomes on the far north end after a developer secured county... Read more »
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