Roberto H. Gonzalez

Rep. R.D. “Bobby” Guerra, a Democrat representing Texas House District 41, has announced he will not seek reelection when his term expires in January 2027.

The much-anticipated opening of IKEA in Pharr drew hundreds of residents and community leaders together to celebrate a project described as both “game changing” and “remarkably efficient.” The Swedish retailer’s arrival is not only a major retail milestone but also a symbol of economic growth and opportunity for the Rio Grande Valley.

“Good evening, everyone. I’m Mark Murray, president of Futuro RGV,” Murray began, noting the “somber” news that “Edinburg City Council member Jerry Lozano’s son passed this morning” and asking the audience to join him in a moment of silence. He then outlined the ground rules for the Futuro RGV 2025 Edinburg Mayoral Candidate Forum, a 90-minute debate.

The City of Pharr is celebrating a major milestone with the grand opening of IKEA’s first small-format store in the United States and the company’s first location in the Rio Grande Valley. City leaders, business partners, and IKEA executives say the project represents years of persistence, regional growth, and strong community partnerships.

Governor Greg Abbott highlighted Texas’ expanding economic influence during the Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC) Investor Summit, held at Hillwood’s Circle T Ranch in Westlake and hosted by Ross Perot, Jr. Themed “Texas Takeover: America’s New Financial Hub,” the summit convened more than 200 business leaders, investors, and officials from across the state and the nation.

At a Texas Tribune event in Edinburg, local leaders, economists, and business executives examined the Rio Grande Valley’s economic outlook, highlighting opportunities in trade, housing, and workforce development while noting ongoing challenges.

The Texas Workforce Commission held its 9th Annual Apprenticeship Texas Conference on September 25, 2025, featuring a panel discussion on “Building a Healthier Workforce.”

The Texas Workforce Commission hosted its 9th Annual Apprenticeship Texas Conference on September 25, 2025, at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel. Themed “Building Texas Talent – Apprenticeships of Tomorrow,” the conference featured a flagship plenary session titled “Building a Healthier Workforce.”

Lone Star National Bank (LSNB) formally launched its Advantage: Small Business Education Program on September 24, 2025, at the bank’s headquarters in McAllen, Texas.

Jorge Torres, President of Interlink Trade Services and a leading authority on international commerce, has raised concerns about the U.S. Commerce Department’s evolving approach to tariffs, warning that recent policy changes could drive up consumer costs and strain industries.