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Texas Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa

Op-Ed: Education & Workforce Development Vital to Texas Economy, By State Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa

TBB Staff - Apr 19, 2018

Elva M. Cerda honored because of her endless, passion and dedication to multiple projects that involve nonprofit organizations. She is considered one of the icons for McAllen and the region.

Elva Cerda one of McAllen’s Icons Honored at the Mayor’s Prayer Luncheon

TBB Staff - Apr 19, 2018

McAllen Commissioner Joaquin Zamora to Host Town Hall Meeting

TBB - Apr 19, 2018

TaxFree Weekend April 28-30, 2018

A Reminder from Senator Hinojosa: Sales Tax Holiday on Emergency Preparation Supplies, April 28 – 30

TBB Staff - Apr 19, 2018

Michelle Zamora and Andrea Rodriguez as Chair and Co-Chair for Empty Bowls!

TBB - Apr 18, 2018

Harlingen to land a Buffalo Wings & Rings restaurant

TBB - Apr 18, 2018

Breaking News: China buys 116,000 tons of Texas sorghum, pays a premium price for it

TBB - Apr 18, 2018

Photo courtesy The White House

Statement on Barbara Bush from the White House

TBB Staff - Apr 18, 2018

To help Rio Grande Valley farmers battle the scourge of Citrus Greening Disease, Congressman Cuellar advocated for and secured over $65 million for citrus health and the Huanglongbing Multi-Agency Coordination Group operated through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS).

Rep. Cuellar Announces Over $120 Million to Help Citrus Growers

TBB Staff - Apr 18, 2018

Exclusive: Danny Gurwitz and His Quest of Enhancing the Quality of Life for the Region

TBB Staff - Apr 18, 2018

PUBLISHER'S PICKS

The Pulitzer Prize

Pulitzer Prize Winners for 2018

Apr 17, 2018

Edwards Abstract and Title Co. welcomed Dr. Ted C. Jones, Ph.D. as the guest speaker during the 14th Annual State of Real Estate Forum held on March 8, 2018. For the past fourteen years the State of Real Estate Forum is coordinated and presented by Edwards Abstract and Title Co. as a resource for real estate industry professionals. Pictured are members of the Edwards Management Team and special invited guests. (First row L-R) Brandon Linscomb, Stewart Title Guaranty Co.; Elva Jackson Garza, Edwards Abstract and Title Co.; Mark S. Pena, Lewis, Monroe & Pena, LLC; Alan Monroe, Lewis, Monroe & Pena, LLC; Dr. Ted C. Jones, Sr. Vice President & Chief Economist with Stewart Title Guaranty Co.; Mayor Jim Darling, city of McAllen; Byron Jay Lewis, Edwards Abstract and Title Co.; N. Michael Overly, Edwards Abstract and Title Co.; D.D. Hoffman, Edwards Abstract and Title Co.; Chris Hughston, Edwards Abstract and Title Co.; and William Rountree, Law Office of William Rountree. Back row: Pamela Dougherty, Edwards Abstract and Title Co.; Mariana R. Ramirez, Edwards Abstract and Title Co.; Marilyn De Luna, Edwards Abstract and Title Co.; Letty Rodriguez, Edwards Abstract and Title Co.; and Diana S. Kaufold, Edwards Abstract and Title Co.

Edwards Abstract Real Estate Forum – Focus on Economic and...

Apr 16, 2018

Mayor Norberto "Beto" Salinas

Mayor Salinas, Much Accomplished, More to Come

Apr 10, 2018

Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) presented with the Spirit of Enterprise Award by U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO, Thomas Donohue, on Tuesday in Washington.

Rep. Cuellar Presented with Spirit of Enterprise Award from U.S. Chamber...

Apr 9, 2018

Texas Gov. Gregg Abbott has appointed Harlingen native Jimmie Limon, UTRGV lecturer and assistant to THE MBA director in the Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship, to the Texas Product Development and Small Business Incubator Board. One of five appointees this year, Limon’s term is for five years ending in 2023. The PDSBI provides financing to aid in the development, production and commercialization of new and improved products to foster and stimulate the development of small businesses in the state. (UTRGV Photo by Paul Chouy)

UTRGV lecturer Limón appointed to state board by Texas Gov. Abbott

Apr 4, 2018

TOP STORIES

McAllen City Commissioners to Host Informational Town Hall Meetings

Apr 6, 2018

Congressmen Michael McCaul (R-TX) and Henry Cuellar (D-TX) urged universities to consider terminating partnerships with Confucius Institutes and other Chinese government supported organizations. They pointed out that these organizations are a threat to the United States’ security by serving as a platform for China’s intelligence collection and political agenda. “We have a responsibility to uphold our American values of free expression, and to do whatever is necessary to counter any behavior that poses a threat to our democracy.”

BREAKING NEWS: “Universities in Texas serving as a platform for China’s...

Apr 5, 2018

CiL Patio del Puente Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Ci Logistics Facilitates Distribution of Cotton from Texas to the World

Apr 12, 2018

Exclusive: Real Estate Professional Talks About 19 Years Managing La Plaza...

Mar 23, 2018

Mayor Norberto "Beto" Salinas

Mayor Salinas, Much Accomplished, More to Come

Apr 10, 2018

McAllen International Airport - Daily Non Stop Flights to Las Vegas

Today, final Tax Day under the old code, Speaker Ryan spoke about Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

Video: Speaker Ryan: ‘This Law Is Improving People’s Lives Every Day’

Apr 17, 2018

Video: Our plastic waste can fix our roads

Apr 13, 2018

President Trump Signs a Presidential Memorandum Targeting China’s Economic Aggression

Mar 26, 2018

This audition put Katy Perry on the floor. Literally.

Mar 20, 2018

Trump’s wall for Mexico takes shape

Mar 20, 2018

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PUBLISHER'S WORD

Publisher’s Word: Seasoned Realtor Says the Valley can Overcome Any Challenge

TBB - Apr 3, 2018

By Roberto Hugo Gonzalez As originally published by Texas Border Business newsprint edition March 2018 In the past, we have published articles about realtors, and each...

BUSINESS OF THE WEEK

Breaking News: China buys 116,000 tons of Texas sorghum, pays a...

TBB - Apr 18, 2018

Texas Border Business (AUSTIN, TEXAS - April 18, 2018) – Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller issued the following statement regarding China’s announcement of duties of...

THE BIG STORY

CiL Patio del Puente Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Ci Logistics Facilitates Distribution of Cotton from Texas to the World

Apr 12, 2018

Pictured above, IBC Bank staff. They participated in an activity that fed close to 400 homeless or strange people in the Valley. The event took place in parking lot across from Sacred heart and designated to be used as the space for a future building of the Humanitarian Respite Center. Adrian Villarreal president and CEO of IBC Bank headed the effort. Photos by Roberto Hugo Gonzalez

IBC Bank Starts 2018 by Feeding Close to 400 People

Feb 2, 2018

Laura Nassri Warren, AIA, of The Warren Group Architects Inc. (TWG). Warren said the Rio Grande Valley became her home since 1995. She recognizes she has met “wonderful leaders” at the McAllen Economic Development that showed her the great opportunities that she is now involved in the Rio Grande Valley. She founded and established TWG in 2004 in McAllen, Texas and operates from two locations; McAllen and Austin, Texas. It is a service oriented architectural, planning, interior design and project management firm. Her firm has built a reputation by providing innovative and practical design solutions to her growing customer base worldwide

Laura Nassri Warren, AIA of The Warren Group addressed INNO 2017...

Dec 14, 2017

International Produce Terminal Operator Positioned as the Best in South Texas

Dec 1, 2017

ANECDOTE

Anecdote: Our Beloved Congressman Eligio “Kika” De La Garza

Apr 12, 2018

October 1987. Lan Jones and his father Jim Jones, at the Jones & Jones store when it was located at La Plaza Mall. Now, the space is occupied by Macy’s. Photo by Roberto Hugo Gonzalez

Anecdote: A Cut-Above Merchandise, for A Cut-Above People

Mar 26, 2018

L-R: Hector Uribe and Roberto Hugo Gonzalez

Anecdote: The Hector Uribe Saga

Jan 22, 2018

¡Bienvenido! Juan Gabriel Mexico’s Singer / Composer of All Times, Juan...

Nov 5, 2015

COMMUNITY NEWS

Texas Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa

Op-Ed: Education & Workforce Development Vital to Texas Economy, By State Senator...

Elva M. Cerda honored because of her endless, passion and dedication to multiple projects that involve nonprofit organizations. She is considered one of the icons for McAllen and the region.

Elva Cerda one of McAllen’s Icons Honored at the Mayor’s Prayer...

McAllen Commissioner Joaquin Zamora to Host Town Hall Meeting

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