Truck Fire Causes Lane Reduction on Northbound US 281 in Falfurrias
Northbound US 281 is currently reduced to one lane near the intersection of FM 3066 as first responders work to clear debris from a truck fire that occurred earlier this morning
CBP Officers Intercept Over $1.2 Million in Narcotics at Anzalduas Bridge
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations officers at the Anzalduas International Bridge seized $1,119,000 worth of alleged cocaine, $54,000 of alleged fentanyl and $87,000 of alleged heroin in two separate incidents over the weekend.
Hidalgo County Drainage District #1 Secures $15M Grant for Regional Water Initiative
Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 (HCDD1) is pleased to announce the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) has awarded the district a $15 million grant for the construction of the Delta Region Water Management Project. These funds were previously allocated by lawmakers during the 89th Texas Legislative Regular Session last year.
McAllen Marathon Scott Crane Run Draws Record Numbers
The City of McAllen marked another successful year of the McAllen Marathon Scott Crane Run presented by H-E-B Helping Here, drawing more than 13,000 runners, spectators, volunteers, and supporters to one of South Texas’ premier running events.
Hidalgo County Commissioner Eddie Cantu Seeks Re-Election in Precinct 2
Hidalgo County Commissioner Eduardo “Eddie” Cantu has announced his bid for re-election to represent Precinct 2, saying he plans to continue focusing on infrastructure, public safety, and community investment.
Texas A&M Expands Health and Veterinary Education in McAllen
Texas A&M University marked the opening of its new Nursing Education and Research Building in McAllen with a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating expanded education and health care opportunities in the Rio Grande Valley.
Agency Leader Highlights Importance of Offshore Energy Development
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., submitted comments on behalf of the General Land Office (GLO) supporting the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (BOEM) announcement of its proposed second Gulf of America offshore oil and gas lease sale under the One Big Beautiful Bill.
COSTEP and GIRAA Auto Cluster Sign Memorandum to Strengthen Cross-Border Manufacturing Ties
Texas Border Business Texas Border Business COSTEP, Council for South Texas Economic Progress, and the GIRAA Auto Cluster of Aguascalientes signed a Memorandum of Understanding on...
TIPA Celebrates Excellence at 2026 Texas Produce Hall of Fame Event
Texas Border Business Mission, Texas - The Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) proudly hosted the 2026 Texas Produce Hall of Fame on Monday evening at the...
Drug Smuggling Duo Sentenced After 10 kg Cocaine Seizure
A 45-year-old U.S. citizen who resided in Mexico has been ordered to federal prison for drug smuggling, after falsely claiming he was traveling to see dying grandmother.

























