CBP Seizes $1.7 Million in Cocaine at Colombia–Solidarity Bridge in Laredo
Texas Border Business LAREDO, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Laredo Port of Entry recently seized cocaine...
Laredo Leaders Gather in Washington for Annual Laredo Day Celebration
Community leaders, federal officials, and members of Congress gathered in Washington, D.C., for the annual Laredo Day celebration, which recognizes the people, heritage, and economic importance of Laredo and South Texas.
McAllen Economic Summit Focuses on AI, Workforce, and Binational Growth
eaders from government, industry, education, and healthcare gathered at the McAllen MXLAN Economic Summit 2026 to discuss the future of the regional binational economy and the role of technology, workforce development, and collaboration in shaping growth in South Texas and Northern Mexico.
Ted Cruz Named Mr. South Texas by WBCA in Laredo
Texas Border Business By Roberto Hugo González / Texas Border Business Laredo, Texas, February 2026- U.S. Senator Ted Cruz of Texas has been named the Washington’s...
Texas Leads Nation Again as Oil and Natural Gas Output Hits All-Time High
The Texas Independent Producers and Royalty Owners Association (TIPRO) released the 11th edition of its “State of Energy Report,” offering a detailed analysis of national and state trends in oil and natural gas employment, wages and other key economic factors for the energy industry in 2025.
TEST Your Smoke Alarms as you TURN Your Clocks Forward March 8th
Daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 8, and the American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast Region encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms as theyturn their clocks forward to make sure the devices are working.
Texas Game Wardens Urge Coastal Safety Ahead of Spring Break
Texas Border Business Texas Parks and Wildlife Department AUSTIN — As spring break approaches and warmer weather draws visitors to the Texas coast, Texas Game Wardens encourage everyone planning...
Hidalgo County Prosecutors Secure 55‑Year Sentence for Repeat Offender
A repeat sex offender will spend the next 55 years behind bars after a Hidalgo County judge sentenced him on Wednesday, March 4.
New DHR Health Medical Campus Dedicated in Rio Grande City
Community leaders, healthcare professionals, and public officials gathered March 5, 2026, to dedicate the new DHR Health medical campus in Starr County, a project designed to expand access to healthcare and strengthen the region’s long-term medical workforce.
Edwards Abstract Hosts 22nd Annual Real Estate Forum in Edinburg
Edwards Abstract and Title Co. hosted its 22nd annual State of Real Estate Forum on March 5, 2026, bringing together real estate professionals, developers, and community leaders from across the Rio Grande Valley.
























