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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Technology Engagement Center (C_TEC) report Empowering Small Business: The Impact of Technology on U.S. Small Business examines the pivotal role that diverse technology platforms play in helping small businesses operate and compete.

The City of Pharr is gearing up to welcome the 2026–2027 Produce Season at the Pharr International Bridge, celebrating the people, partnerships, and trade that keep fresh produce moving across the border and onto tables across the country.

Federal prosecutors in the Western District of Texas filed 227 new immigration and immigration-related criminal cases from September 18 through September 24

Five Texas community colleges earned approval from the U.S. Department of Education (ED) to offer Workforce Pell student aid for short-term programs that lead to high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand jobs. A consortium of Texas community colleges led by the Alamo Colleges District also received a $10.4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL).

 The McAllen Citizens League (MCL) will host a forum featuring Democratic candidate Julio Salinas and Republican candidate Gary Groves, who are seeking to represent Texas House District 41. Both candidates have confirmed their participation.

The Advocacy Alliance Center of Texas, or AACT Now, launched its Rally the Vote initiative Thursday, bringing together community organizations and regional leaders to expand access to nonpartisan voter information across the Rio Grande Valley.

Several Rio Grande Valley cities are distributing free sandbags ahead of expected rainfall of 2–4 inches, with locally higher amounts possible. The heaviest rain is expected Thursday and Friday, with rain continuing through the weekend and early next week.

The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD (PSJA ISD) celebrated the rich culture, music, and traditions of its multicultural community during the 5th Annual Tradiciones Mexicanas Concert held Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at the PSJA Stadium in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.   

The RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (RGVHCC) is once again joining forces with H-E-B to support the annual H-E-B Feast of Sharing, and community members are invited to volunteer and help make this year's celebration possible.

The City of Alamo proudly announces the appointment of Michael Leo as the City’s new City Manager, bringing nearly two decades of local government leadership and a proven track record of financial transformation, operational excellence, and community-focused growth.