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Give ‘Em a Brake: Drive Smart in Work Zones
Highway work is dangerous work, often just inches away from speeding traffic. Help keep our workers and everyone on the road safe by slowing down in work zones and driving like a Texan: kind, courteous and safe. Â
Mayor John Cowen, Jr. Joins International Cohort of Mayors at Harvard Leadership Program
The Honorable Mayor John Cowen, Jr. recently convened with mayors from around the world at Harvard University as part of the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative.
Texas Regional Bank Announces Cross-Border Factoring Partnership with Capital X
exas Regional Bank (TRB) announced a strategic partnership with Mexico-based factoring firm Capital X to establish a cross-border factoring collaboration supporting trade between Mexican exporters and U.S. buyers.
Abbott Receives Sun and Star Legacy Award
Governor Greg Abbott received the Sun and Star Legacy Award and showcased Texas’ thriving economic partnership with Japan during the Japan American Society DFW Awards Gala.Â
McAllen Chamber of Commerce Receives Highest Accreditation Honor
Texas Border Business The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has awarded the McAllen Chamber of Commerce the prestigious Five Star Accreditation designation, in recognition of its...
RGV Startup Week to Host Startup Texas Pitch Fest Showcasing Accelerator Startups, April 29th
Texas Border Business BROWNSVILLE, Texas — The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) and the UTRGV Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center (ECC) will host Startup Texas Pitch Fest...
Laredo marks 26 years of World Trade Bridge operations
The City of Laredo marked the 26th anniversary of the World Trade Bridge on April 10, 2026, recognizing more than two decades of cross-border trade and regional development.
Repeat Child Sex Predator Added to Most Wanted List
Texas Border Business AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has added Christopher Domingo Carrillo – a convicted and repeat child sex predator –...
Neighbors Unite to Protect and Beautify McAllen
Keep McAllen Beautiful (KMB) organized its annual Greatest American Clean-Up & Don’t Mess with Texas Trash-Off on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at McAllen Municipal Park. Volunteers helped clean major streets, parks, schools, and hike and bike trails.
NFIB Report Examines Impact of Permanent Small Business Tax Deduction in Texas
The National Federation of Independent Business released a report detailing the economic effects of making the 20 percent Small Business Tax Deduction permanent, including projected tax savings and growth for Texas businesses.






































