Hospitality Industry Seminar Set for March 4 in Edinburg
The Edinburg Chamber and CVB invites members of the hospitality and tourism industry to attend an important Hospitality Industry Legislative Update & Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) Compliance Seminar, designed to provide critical updates impacting local lodging operators and tourism partners.
Edinburg World Birding Center to Host Outdoor Expo on March 28th
Texas Border Business EDINBURG, Texas - The 6th Annual Outdoor Expo is set to bring excitement to Edinburg Municipal Park on March 28, 2026! Hosted...
McAllen Surges Forward With $12.6 Million in Sales Tax Revenue, Signaling Strong Economic Momentum
The City of McAllen has shattered its all-time sales tax record, receiving an unprecedented $12.6 million in February’s allocation for December collections, (2025 vs 2024) a 5.31% increase over the same period last year.
Understanding the Midterm Elections and Why They Matter
Midterm elections take place every two years in the United States, occurring halfway through a president’s four-year term. They are called “midterms” because they fall in the middle of a presidential term. Image for illustration purposes
Op-Ed: Oil & Gas Results, Not Rhetoric, Drive Progress in Texas; Todd Staples TXOGA...
As Texas enters 2026 amid global volatility, persistent inflation pressures, and renewed political debate over how we power our economy, one fact remains clear: progress in Texas is driven by results, not rhetoric.
Nearly 300 Educators Convene for STC’s Annual Dual Credit Summit
February at South Texas College means hundreds of education professionals from across the nation gather at South Padre Island for the college’s annual Dual Credit Summit, in collaboration with the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP).
Governor Abbott Announces $617 Million NRG Energy Expansion in Houston
Governor Greg Abbott announced that an NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) electric power generation plant to be constructed at the existing NRG Greens Bayou facility in Harris County has been designated as a qualified project under the Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation (JETI) program.
Ash Wednesday 2026 Marks the Beginning of Lent for Millions Worldwide
On February 18, 2026, Christians around the world will observe Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. The date changes each year because it is tied to Easter, which is celebrated on the first Sunday after the first full moon on or after March 21. In 2026, Easter will fall on April 5, placing Ash Wednesday 46 days earlier. Image for illustration purposes
“Saved by the Belt” Challenge Rolls Out Across Texas
Texas Border Business AUSTIN – Skipping seat belts isn’t a flex—it's a deadly risk. The new “Saved by the Belt” competition challenges Texas teens to wear a seat belt every seat, every ride. The Texas Department of...
Allegations of Unauthorized Spending Shake Hidalgo County Democratic Party Leadership Race
Early voting begins Tuesday, the 17th, in a closely watched race for Hidalgo County Democratic Party Precinct 7 Chairman. Candidate Eduardo De La Rosa says he entered the race after raising concerns about financial decisions made by the current Hidalgo County Democratic Party Chairman, Richard Gonzales.
























