A cohort of 30 PSJA ISD educators has officially embarked on a new professional journey as part of the district’s inaugural Aspiring Assistant Principals Academy, which kicked off its first session on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, at the PSJA Napper Development & Support Center. 

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement after the Senate voted to end the Schumer Shutdown after more than 40 days of Senate Democrats repeatedly refusing to vote in favor of reopening the federal government:

The South Texas Builders Association (STBA) has called an open discussion for Monday, November 17, 2025, to address what it describes as a growing crisis affecting the construction industry across the Rio Grande Valley.

Texas Border Business By Roberto Hugo González / Texas Border Business The City of McAllen hosted the first-ever PONY (Protect Our Nation’s Youth) Softball Qualifier Tournament...

Texas Border Business MISSION – Hidalgo County is showing their support for Social Fest 2025, a social media conference taking place at the Mission Event Center...

 Education leaders from across the nation and state convened at Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD’s (PSJA ISD) Cradle to College Conference, held on November 3-5, 2025. Now in its second year since returning in 2024, the conference brought together district leaders, educators, and higher education representatives from nearby districts and across the country—including from Arizona, Maryland, and Indiana—to share innovative strategies that empower students for lifelong success. 

Leadership with the City of McAllen welcomed fourteen firefighters from Sister City airports to join the second edition of McAllen’s “International Firefighter Exchange Program.” 

Texas Border Business By Veronica Salinas Three high school juniors from Vanguard Mozart Secondary Academy have made history at South Texas College (STC) by becoming the...

While many are just beginning to think about holiday decorations, The Salvation Army has been preparing for Christmas for months—ensuring that families in need across McAllen can experience the joy and hope of the season. As red kettles begin to appear outside stores and Angel Trees are set up in local businesses, volunteers are urgently needed to help bring the spirit of Christmas to life.  

Texas Border Business AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott joined Texas Marines, service members, and veterans to celebrate the United States Marine Corps' (USMC) 250th birthday during...