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Pharr Showcases Growth Strategy and Workforce Pipeline at RGV Startup Week
At RGV Startup Week on April 30, 2026, local officials, educators, and economic development leaders presented a coordinated strategy to position the city as a center for business growth and workforce development in the Rio Grande Valley.
Bettcher Manufacturing to Expand Mission Operations with $3 million Investment and 50 New Jobs
Texas Border Business Texas Border Business Bettcher Manufacturing, LLC will expand its operations in Mission with a $3 million investment, expected to create 50 new jobs...
Lone Star National Bank Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Five Suspects in Fraud Investigation
Texas Border Business Texas Border Business San Antonio / Rio Grande Valley, TX — Lone Star National Bank is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying...
Texas Smashes Employment Records with 46,800 Jobs Added in March
Governor Greg Abbott celebrated Texas’ skilled workforce as a magnet for business investment as the state set a new record of 14,403,500 total nonfarm jobs with a gain of 46,800 jobs over the month of March and a gain of 117,200 jobs from March 2025 to March 2026.
Edinburg’s Conceptos Dance Ensemble Brings History to Life, May8-9
The Edinburg Cultural Arts Division and the City of Edinburg Conceptos Dance Ensemble will present MATICES 2026, a dynamic, high-energy dance concert celebrating folkloric music and dance traditions. Performances are set for May 8 and 9, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at the Edinburg Arts, Culture and Events (ACE) Center.
PSJA ISD’s Early Childhood Conference, May 2nd
Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District (PSJA ISD) will host its 9th Annual Early Childhood Conference on Saturday, May 2, 2026, beginning at 7:30 am at PSJA Early College High School in San Juan.
McAllen and Reynosa Celebrate a Decade of Unity
Texas Border Business McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos and Reynosa Mayor Carlos Peña, joined by city leaders from both sides of the border, signed a Reaffirmation...
Precinct 3 Celebrates Teachers This May 7th
In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, the Office of Hidalgo County Commissioner Precinct 3 Everardo “Ever” Villareal proudly recognizes the dedicated educators who shape the future of our community. Their commitment to guide and inspire students plays a vital role in the continued growth and success of the Rio Grande Valley.
City of Pharr’s Hurricane Preparedness Event, May 5th
The City of Pharr is hosting a Hurricane Preparedness Event ahead of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season which runs from June 1 – November 30.
Hidalgo County Property Tax Exemption Clinics Starting May 1st
The Hidalgo County Appraisal District will be hosting Property Tax Exemption Clinics throughout Hidalgo County to educate and inform property owners about the various exemptions and other rights available to them under Texas law.























