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Free Tax Preparation Returns to South Texas College Ahead of April Deadline

Texas Border Business By Joey Gomez  McALLEN, Texas – The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is returning to South Texas College this February, offering free tax...

STC Highlights $464M in Student Savings Through Dual Credit Partnerships

Texas Border Business By Amanda Sotelo The South Texas College Dual Credit Programs highlighted more than two decades of savings to students and their families during...

Paxton Secures $6.8M in Debt Forgiveness for Disabled Veterans

Attorney General Ken Paxton secured a victory in his lawsuit against VA Claims Insider, LLC (“VACI”). The lawsuit alleged VACI posed as a legitimate veterans’ assistance organization while deceptively charging disabled veterans fees for what it represented as help navigating the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (“VA”) benefits and claims process.

College Expands Threads Career Closet to Offer More Students Free Professional Attire

Texas Border Business By Selene Rodriguez South Texas College is expanding access to free, career-ready clothing by opening two new locations of its Threads Career Closet...

Texas Adds New Foreign‑Linked Technologies to State Prohibited List

Governor Greg Abbott updated the state’s list of prohibited technologies for state employees and devices.

Texas Highlights Leadership of Women in Agriculture for 2026 Global Initiative

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) proudly announce Texas’ participation in the International Year of the Woman Farmer in 2026, a global designation honoring the indispensable role women play in agriculture and food systems worldwide.

Edinburg Secures $347,927 for Major Memorial Park Improvements

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved recommended awards under the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Local Park Grants program. This program provides matching support to help communities develop and enhance public outdoor recreation areas across Texas.

Aguascalientes Automotive Cluster Delegation Meets with COSTEP in McAllen and Brownsville

The Automotive Cluster of Aguascalientes (GIRAA) conducted its first official trade mission to Rio South Texas Region on January 20–21, 2026, strengthening cross-border collaboration in automotive, aerospace, logistics, and manufacturing.

Edinburg Selected as Host City for Rio Grande Valley Navy Week, January 24–31

The City of Edinburg will serve as a host city for the Rio Grande Valley Navy Week, scheduled for January 24–31, as the United States Navy brings more than 70 Sailors to the region for a week of public performances, educational outreach, and community service.

New Refrigeration Facility Expands RGV Food Bank’s Capacity to Serve South Texas

Texas Border Business Texas Border Business Representatives from Congresswoman De La Cruz’s team recently participated in the ribbon‑cutting ceremony for the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) Food...

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