RGV Culinary Leader, Philanthropist Joins STC Foundation Board
A longtime advocate of higher education and supporter of the South Texas College Culinary Arts program, Sony Rego has earned a seat on the STC Foundation Board.
New State Application Simplifies Hiring Process in Texas
Texas Border Business AUSTIN ⎯ Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has launched a streamlined State of Texas Application on WorkInTexas.com. The updated...
CBP Officers Seize over $1M in Meth at Roma Port of Entry
Texas Border Business ROMA, Texas - Roma Port of Entry seized methamphetamine valued at more than $1 million in a single enforcement action. “This seizure illustrates the...
The McAllen Way: Mayor Javier Villalobos Outlines a Bold Vision for the City’s Future
Mayor Javier Villalobos delivered his State of the City Address under the theme “The McAllen Way,” highlighting growth, economic performance, and long-term planning.
McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos’ 2026 State of the City Address
Mayor Javier Villalobos delivered an inspiring State of the City address, celebrating McAllen’s unprecedented growth, community spirit, and limitless potential.
Mexican Sister Cities Celebrate Culture at MXLAN 2026
In a historic show of unity and cultural exchange, McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos and city leaders hosted eight distinguished delegations from Mexico, accounting for over 62 guests, representing Apodaca (Nuevo Leon), Corregidora (Queretaro), Irapuato (Guanajuato), Reynosa (Tamaulipas), Saltillo (Coahuila), the State of Tamaulipas, Tampico (Tamaulipas), and Zacatecas (Zacatecas).
Abbott Applauds ExxonMobil Decision to Shift Corporate Home to Texas
“Freed from the stranglehold of over-regulation, Texas is where global brand leaders thrive and jobs for hardworking Texans grow,” said Governor Abbott.
Pulido Calls for Outreach to Republican Voters at Texas Together Rally
Texas Border Business By Roberto Hugo González / Texas Border Business Singer and congressional candidate Bobby Pulido spoke to supporters March 9, 2026, during a Texas...
Cuellar Addresses Immigration Enforcement and Unity at Texas Together Rally in McAllen
Congressman Henry Cuellar addressed immigration enforcement and political organizing during remarks on March 9, 2026, at a Texas Together Democratic rally held at the former El Cine Rey Theater.
COSTEP Introduces Industrial Data System to Strengthen Regional Manufacturing Intelligence
Regional leaders gathered March 4 at the Student Services Building “U” at South Texas College for an Industrial Intelligence Briefing hosted by COSTEP, the Council for South Texas Economic Progress, where officials introduced a new data platform designed to better understand and promote the manufacturing strength of Rio South Texas and the North Tamaulipas region.

























