Historic Funding Supports Texas Volunteer Fire Departments
In a significant boost for fire protection and emergency services in our state, the Texas Legislature has taken a bold step to support volunteer fire departments. With over 1,500 fire departments staffed mainly by volunteers, many communities, especially in rural areas, depend on these brave individuals for critical emergency response.
Finding A Future in Architecture at STC
 South Texas College Architecture student Thor Legorreta says a passion for design and creativity began with Legos.
SpaceX Releases Starbase Local Impact Numbers
Cameron County has shared the updated Starbase Local Impact report provided by Space Exploration Technologies Corp.(SpaceX), showcasing unprecedented growth spurred by Starship production, launch activities at Boca Chica and a transition of corporate headquarters from Hawthorne, CA to Cameron County and Starbase, TX.
STC Alumni Art Exhibit Celebrates Mentorship & Artistic Growth
or three South Texas College alumni, returning to STC to participate in an exhibit at the Technology Campus Library Art Gallery wasn’t just about displaying their paintings – it was about coming home.
Dallas Cowboys Williams and Casillas, announce McAllen International Airport Skybox Fan Zone
The City of McAllen and McAllen International Airport, the South Texas Airport of the Dallas Cowboys, unveiled exciting details for the 12th Annual McAllen Holiday Parade, presented by H-E-B and powered by Bert Ogden Auto Group.
Economic Impact of the Skyrocketing Price of GoldÂ
Texas Border Business The price of gold has skyrocketed, up 60% this year and more than 130% since late 2023. On October 20, prices topped...
Cornyn, Cruz, Colleagues Push for Proof of Citizenship Requirement for National Mail Voter Registration...
Texas Border Business WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Ted Cruz (R-TX), along with Senators Ted Budd (R-NC), Jim Banks (R-IN), Roger Marshall (R-KS),...
Edinburg Named One of the Top U.S. Cities Where Millennials Earn the Most
Texas Border Business EDINBURG, Texas - The City of Edinburg continues to stand out on the national stage, this time for its thriving Millennial workforce. According...
STC Alumna Returns to Inspire the Next Generation of Culinary Artists
Texas Border Business By Veronica Salinas From a young age, Michelle Thompson knew exactly what she wanted to be. “I knew I wanted to be a chef...
Brownsville City Manager Announces Departure at End of Year Following Successful Tenure
Brownsville City Manager Helen Ramirez, ICMA-CM, AICP, will depart the municipality at the end of this year. She tendered her resignation to the Brownsville City Commission at Tuesday’s regularly scheduled meeting andadvised that she has made the decision to spend more time with family due to medical circumstances.

























