PSJA ISD Earns Statewide Recognition During Governor’s Speech on Public Education
Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District’s academic success received a statewide spotlight this week when Texas Governor Greg Abbott highlighted PSJA ISD while discussing teacher effectiveness and student outcomes in Texas public schools.
McAllen Launches Arts for All to Bring Broadway to Valley Students
The City of McAllen is moving forward with Arts for All, a community initiative designed to give approximately 900 to 1,000 Rio Grande Valley students each year access to live Broadway productions and opportunities to interact with touring professionals.
Mari De León Pushes Employers to Open Doors for the Valley’s Next Workforce
Maricela “Mari” De León, executive director of RGV LEAD, called on Rio Grande Valley employers to give students direct exposure to the workplace as the region prepares for expanding demand in advanced manufacturing, engineering, cybersecurity and other industries.
McAllen Heritage Center’s the 3rd “Royal Tea” fundraising event, Sept. 19th
The McAllen Heritage Center is proud to celebrate history with the Royal Tea in honor of this highly valued tradition and in keeping with our mission to preserve history.
Payne Group Backs STVT Automotive Training With Apprenticeship Pathway
Adrian Gonzalez, general manager of Payne Edinburg Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, said the Rio Grande Valley needs more qualified automotive technicians as increasingly sophisticated vehicles require workers with specialized training, advanced tools and technical knowledge.
Multi-Billion-Dollar Amazon Project Signals Major Economic Growth for Austin
Governor Greg Abbott announced Amazon has selected Austin as the site of a new robotics manufacturing facility. The multi-billion-dollar development will create 300–500 new jobs in manufacturing and engineering.
Abbott Calls for Audit of School District Spending to Protect Taxpayer Dollars
Governor Greg Abbott requested that Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Don Huffines undertake formal reviews of local independent school district finances to ensure taxpayer dollars reach teachers and students.
Mexican National Pleads Guilty in Fatal Human Smuggling Operation
A 19-year-old illegal alien has pleaded guilty to conspiring to transport illegal aliens resulting in death and bringing three illegal aliens into the United States for financial gain.
McAllen Earns Spot on 2026–2027 Best Places to Live List
The City of McAllen continues to rank among the nation’s best places to live, earning the No. 27 spot in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026–2027 Best Places to Live rankings.
STC’s Business, Public Safety and Technology Faculty Mobilize to Prepare Students for an AI-Driven...
South Texas College faculty comprising the Division of Business, Public Safety and Technology (BPST) are making a collective effort to prepare students for an economy increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence (AI).
