Department of War Creates Dedicated Portfolio to Accelerate Unmanned Systems
The Department of War today announced the comprehensive consolidation of all Unmanned and Autonomous Systems (UxS) under a newly established, direct-report position to the Deputy Secretary of War.
Texas DPS Wins Top Spot at Uniformed Safety Education Conference
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces the results of the national Uniformed Safety Education Officers Workshop (USEOW), which was held in Des Moines, Iowa.
Legendary Former Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan Dies at 100
Texas Border Business The economic and financial world was recently saddened by the loss of Alan Greenspan, probably the most influential voice on matters of...
CBP Halts 57-Pound Meth Shipment at Paso Del Norte Port of Entry
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Paso del Norte Port of Entry intercepted 57.9 lbs. of methamphetamine with an estimated street value of $521,100Â concealed inside a black sport utility vehicle on June 18.
STC Welcomes Alumna as New District 7 Trustee
Newly elected to the South Texas College Board of Trustees, Rina Castillo of Edcouch-Elsa is bringing years of experience in education to the table as she sets forth in her mission of enhancing college accessibility and bringing opportunities to those in her district and beyon
STC Named to Nationally Recognized Metallica Scholars Initiative
South Texas College is one of 18 schools across the country to join the nationally recognized Metallica Scholars Initiative as a recipient of a $75,000 grant that will go toward student scholarships and equipment in the college’s Advanced Manufacturing and Mechatronics Technology program.Â
Nonprofit Gives $300,000 for Domestic Violence Shelters’ Urgent Needs
This summer, The Texas Council on Family Violence (TCFV) is giving $334,958 to 13 domestic violence agencies across Texas. The funds are part of TCFV’s annual Swalm Grants initiative, which is designed to meet immediate needs of domestic violence survivors. The grants fund operations that are not traditionally covered by government funds, allowing the agencies to address a variety of needs.
VAMOS Alumna Elizabeth Diaz Gonzalez Urges Students to Let Their Choices Shape Their Future
Elizabeth Diaz Gonzalez, a 1999 VAMOS scholarship recipient and principal of the UTRGV McAllen ISD Collegiate Academy, encouraged the newest class of VAMOS scholars to persevere through adversity, make intentional choices and pursue lives of purpose during the 30th Annual VAMOS Scholarship Banquet.
The Future of Business Takes Center Stage at McAllen’s InnovationTX
The McAllen Chamber of Commerce and McAllen Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) spotlighted the Rio Grande Valley’s next wave of entrepreneurs during the InnovationTX Demo Day Pitch Competition
Francisco Castellanos Encourages VAMOS Scholars to Dream Big and Persevere
Francisco Castellanos, Chick-fil-A operator in Harlingen, encouraged the 2026 VAMOS scholarship recipients to pursue ambitious goals, remain resilient through adversity, and take advantage of the support available through the Valley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunities and Scholarships (VAMOS) during the organization’s 30th Annual Scholarship Banquet.







































