Valley Congresswoman Demands ‘Whole-of-Government’ Action to Halt Flesh-Eating Screwworm Outbreak
U.S. Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15), alongside members of the Texas Congressional Delegation, is calling on President Trump to deploy a comprehensive, whole-of-government strategy to combat recent outbreaks of the New World Screwworm
Mike Perez Says Regional Planning Will Be Essential for Future Water Supply
Veteran South Texas public administrator Mike Perez said the proposed RGV Desal marine desalination project has merit but will require regional planning, infrastructure improvements, and cooperation among water providers before it can become part of the Rio Grande Valley’s long-term water supply.
STC Launches Free STEM Camps in July
South Texas College is set to welcome middle school and high school students this summer with a series of free Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) camps designed to spark curiosity and introduce participants to high-demand career fields.
RGV Desal Says Private Funding Removes One Barrier, but Other Challenges Remain
One of the strongest messages delivered during the RGV Desal press conference at the Embassy Suites in McAllen was that the proposed marine desalination plant is expected to be privately financed, eliminating the need for state funding to construct the facility
Cuellar Supports Bipartisan Housing Reform Aimed at Expanding Affordable Homes in South Texas
Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), has voted in favor of the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, legislation designed to address the nation’s housing shortage by increasing the supply of affordable homes, modernizing federal housing programs, and reducing barriers to new residential development.
“We’re not looking for any state money,” Doung Allison, RGV Desal
Leaders of the proposed RGV Desal marine desalination project said environmental permitting, financing, infrastructure, and regional cooperation will determine whether the Rio Grande Valley can develop a large-scale seawater desalination facility.
Harlingen Commissioner Frank Morales Calls Desalination a Necessity
Following a press conference on the proposed RGV Desal marine desalination project at Embassy Suites in McAllen, Texas Border Business interviewed Harlingen City Commissioner District 4 Frank Morales about his reaction to the presentation.
McAllen Heritage Center Hosts “Veterans: Then & Now”, July 11th
Texas Border Business McALLEN, Texas - Join the McAllen Heritage Center, July 11th from 10AM to 4PM for a special event dedicated to honoring the...
STC Partnership Powers McAllen Utility Workforce with Hands-On Training
The Center for Advanced Training and Apprenticeships (CATA) at South Texas College is assisting employees gain valuable workplace credentials through a specialized heavy equipment program developed with McAllen Public Utilities.
Census Trends: Suburbs and Outlying Counties Propel Broad Growth Across the South
All age groups in the South grew faster than in any other region from 2020 to 2025, primarily fueled by outlying metro counties, according to new Vintage 2025 estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau.
