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Mexico’s freight corridors are facing major disruption.
Farmers and truckers have blocked key highways for a third day, protesting violent robberies, rising diesel prices, higher toll costs, and new water-policy rules.
Check out the potential impact on the RGV economy:
https://tinyurl.com/2kmrvt3k
Farmers and truckers have blocked key highways for a third day, protesting violent robberies, rising diesel prices, higher toll costs, and new water-policy rules.
Check out the potential impact on the RGV economy:
https://tinyurl.com/2kmrvt3k
November 26, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Mexico’s freight corridors are facing major disruption.
Farmers and truckers have blocked key highways for a third day, protesting violent robberies, rising diesel prices, higher toll costs, and new water-policy rules.
Check out the potential impact on the RGV economy:
https://tinyurl.com/2kmrvt3k
Farmers and truckers have blocked key highways for a third day, protesting violent robberies, rising diesel prices, higher toll costs, and new water-policy rules.
Check out the potential impact on the RGV economy:
https://tinyurl.com/2kmrvt3k
Willacy County moves to join regional trade network with proposed foreign-trade zone https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/18/11/2025/willacy-county-moves-to-join-regional-trade-network-with-proposed-foreign-trade-zone/
Willacy County moves to join regional trade network with proposed foreign-trade zone
County leaders say the designation would position Port Mansfield for new investment, expand tariff-free warehousing opti
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November 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Willacy County moves to join regional trade network with proposed foreign-trade zone https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/18/11/2025/willacy-county-moves-to-join-regional-trade-network-with-proposed-foreign-trade-zone/
South Padre Island residents say a second bridge could reshape access to the popular beach, if it ever gets built. https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/06/11/2025/south-padre-island-residents-say-a-second-causeway-could-reshape-access-to-the-popular-beach-destination-if-it-ever-gets-built/
South Padre Island residents push for long-awaited second causeway
The long-delayed project could boost tourism and safety, but funding and federal approvals remain major obstacles.
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November 26, 2025 at 3:00 PM
South Padre Island residents say a second bridge could reshape access to the popular beach, if it ever gets built. https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/06/11/2025/south-padre-island-residents-say-a-second-causeway-could-reshape-access-to-the-popular-beach-destination-if-it-ever-gets-built/
U.K. business plans massive data center in Harlingen, records show https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/25/11/2025/u-k-business-plans-massive-data-center-in-harlingen-records-show/
U.K. business plans massive data center in Harlingen, records showU.K. business plans massive data center in Harlingen, records show
Eneus Energy is under contract to purchase 1,780 acres from a Raymondville-based farmer, Cameron County records show.
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November 25, 2025 at 11:33 PM
U.K. business plans massive data center in Harlingen, records show https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/25/11/2025/u-k-business-plans-massive-data-center-in-harlingen-records-show/
Here’s how much more traffic could be driving in the Rio Grande Valley this Thanksgiving https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/25/11/2025/heres-how-much-more-traffic-could-be-driving-in-the-rio-grande-valley-this-thanksgiving/
Here’s how much more traffic could be driving in the Rio Grande Valley this ThanksgivingHere’s how much more traffic could be driving in the Rio Grande Valley this Thanksgiving
The three busiest travel days around Thanksgiving – the day before, the day of, and the day after – brought more than 44
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November 25, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Here’s how much more traffic could be driving in the Rio Grande Valley this Thanksgiving https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/25/11/2025/heres-how-much-more-traffic-could-be-driving-in-the-rio-grande-valley-this-thanksgiving/
New $13M hotel breaks ground in Harlingen amid rising demand for long-term stays. The hotel is expected to open in the fall of 2026.
https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/06/11/2025/new-13m-extended-stay-america-hotel-breaks-ground-in-harlingen-amid-rising-demand-for-long-term-stays/
https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/06/11/2025/new-13m-extended-stay-america-hotel-breaks-ground-in-harlingen-amid-rising-demand-for-long-term-stays/
$13M extended-stay hotel breaks ground in Harlingen amid rising demand
The 124-room hotel will cater to contractors, Winter Texans, and traveling professionals drawn to South Texas’ booming p
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November 25, 2025 at 2:15 PM
New $13M hotel breaks ground in Harlingen amid rising demand for long-term stays. The hotel is expected to open in the fall of 2026.
https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/06/11/2025/new-13m-extended-stay-america-hotel-breaks-ground-in-harlingen-amid-rising-demand-for-long-term-stays/
https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/06/11/2025/new-13m-extended-stay-america-hotel-breaks-ground-in-harlingen-amid-rising-demand-for-long-term-stays/
U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, D-McAllen, envisions new legislation, called the Save the American Workforce Act, being used by companies to sponsor long-time undocumented employees seeking legal work authorization. For more:
RGV lawmaker proposes new immigrant worker visa program for small businesses
U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez is preparing a bill that would let small businesses sponsor long-time undocumented employees
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November 25, 2025 at 1:54 PM
U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, D-McAllen, envisions new legislation, called the Save the American Workforce Act, being used by companies to sponsor long-time undocumented employees seeking legal work authorization. For more:
As Winter Texans prepare for holiday and seasonal trips into Matamoros, Reynosa, Nuevo Progreso, and other nearby Mexican cities, the U.S. Embassy wants travelers to be aware of security risks.
Tamaulipas remains a Level 4 “Do Not Travel” state.
https://tinyurl.com/3rb9s8ze
Tamaulipas remains a Level 4 “Do Not Travel” state.
https://tinyurl.com/3rb9s8ze
November 25, 2025 at 12:30 PM
As Winter Texans prepare for holiday and seasonal trips into Matamoros, Reynosa, Nuevo Progreso, and other nearby Mexican cities, the U.S. Embassy wants travelers to be aware of security risks.
Tamaulipas remains a Level 4 “Do Not Travel” state.
https://tinyurl.com/3rb9s8ze
Tamaulipas remains a Level 4 “Do Not Travel” state.
https://tinyurl.com/3rb9s8ze
Truckers and farmers blocked major highways and bridge access points in Reynosa today, protesting insecurity, corruption and rising operating costs.
Officials have not announced any full border shutdowns — yet.
https://tinyurl.com/mr9cpma7
Officials have not announced any full border shutdowns — yet.
https://tinyurl.com/mr9cpma7
November 25, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Truckers and farmers blocked major highways and bridge access points in Reynosa today, protesting insecurity, corruption and rising operating costs.
Officials have not announced any full border shutdowns — yet.
https://tinyurl.com/mr9cpma7
Officials have not announced any full border shutdowns — yet.
https://tinyurl.com/mr9cpma7
DHR plans $30M center with the University of Houston, including a new medical education and research building as a ‘regional campus’ for the medical school.
https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/05/11/2025/dhr-plans-30m-medical-research-center-as-university-of-houston-expands-its-valley-footprint/
https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/05/11/2025/dhr-plans-30m-medical-research-center-as-university-of-houston-expands-its-valley-footprint/
DHR plans $30M medical research center as University of Houston expands its Valley footprint
The partnership could bring dozens of medical students to Edinburg each year and strengthen clinical research in dementi
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November 24, 2025 at 7:02 PM
DHR plans $30M center with the University of Houston, including a new medical education and research building as a ‘regional campus’ for the medical school.
https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/05/11/2025/dhr-plans-30m-medical-research-center-as-university-of-houston-expands-its-valley-footprint/
https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/05/11/2025/dhr-plans-30m-medical-research-center-as-university-of-houston-expands-its-valley-footprint/
Musk's Starbase has only been a city for about 5 months, but its inspectors have already been busy processing hundreds of building permits. https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/19/10/2025/exclusive-inside-starbases-rapid-rise-hundreds-of-permits-and-major-construction-reshape-spacexs-new-city/
Exclusive: Inside Starbase’s rapid rise — hundreds of permits and major construction reshape SpaceX’s new city
As SpaceX builds out its company town, Starbase’s early permit data offers a rare look inside how the city is taking sha
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November 24, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Musk's Starbase has only been a city for about 5 months, but its inspectors have already been busy processing hundreds of building permits. https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/19/10/2025/exclusive-inside-starbases-rapid-rise-hundreds-of-permits-and-major-construction-reshape-spacexs-new-city/
California investors plan $14M Marriott near SpaceX launch site in Brownsville. https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/10/10/2025/california-investors-plan-14m-marriott-near-spacex-launch-site-in-brownsville/
November 24, 2025 at 6:36 PM
California investors plan $14M Marriott near SpaceX launch site in Brownsville. https://www.rgvbusinessjournal.com/news/10/10/2025/california-investors-plan-14m-marriott-near-spacex-launch-site-in-brownsville/
Texas DMV is closing a ‘loophole’ in vehicle registration, barring some Mexican citizens
Texas DMV is closing a ‘loophole’ in vehicle registration, barring some Mexican citizens
All foreign identification holders must now have an active visa to register or renew vehicles in the state, according to
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November 24, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Texas DMV is closing a ‘loophole’ in vehicle registration, barring some Mexican citizens
Weslaco is making its case as the Mid-Valley hub for Mexican companies entering the U.S.
A binational forum with Canacintra Río Bravo highlighted industrial land, logistics growth, and soft-landing support.
#Weslaco #RGV #RIOPLEX
https://tinyurl.com/yc54spm8
A binational forum with Canacintra Río Bravo highlighted industrial land, logistics growth, and soft-landing support.
#Weslaco #RGV #RIOPLEX
https://tinyurl.com/yc54spm8
November 22, 2025 at 11:54 PM
Weslaco is making its case as the Mid-Valley hub for Mexican companies entering the U.S.
A binational forum with Canacintra Río Bravo highlighted industrial land, logistics growth, and soft-landing support.
#Weslaco #RGV #RIOPLEX
https://tinyurl.com/yc54spm8
A binational forum with Canacintra Río Bravo highlighted industrial land, logistics growth, and soft-landing support.
#Weslaco #RGV #RIOPLEX
https://tinyurl.com/yc54spm8
How can Rio Grande Valley irrigation districts cut water loss during a historic drought?
With more than 3,000 miles of open canals — many carved a century ago — evaporation and leaks drain away up to 30% of the region’s water before it ever reaches farms or cities.
https://tinyurl.com/cww7bmjx
With more than 3,000 miles of open canals — many carved a century ago — evaporation and leaks drain away up to 30% of the region’s water before it ever reaches farms or cities.
https://tinyurl.com/cww7bmjx
November 22, 2025 at 1:00 PM
How can Rio Grande Valley irrigation districts cut water loss during a historic drought?
With more than 3,000 miles of open canals — many carved a century ago — evaporation and leaks drain away up to 30% of the region’s water before it ever reaches farms or cities.
https://tinyurl.com/cww7bmjx
With more than 3,000 miles of open canals — many carved a century ago — evaporation and leaks drain away up to 30% of the region’s water before it ever reaches farms or cities.
https://tinyurl.com/cww7bmjx
South Texas still screwworm-free — but inspections are ramping up.
TAHC and USDA teams are checking livestock transports, operating mobile stations, and releasing 100M sterile flies/week to keep the flesh-eating pest from crossing the border.
https://tinyurl.com/4ksk8rne
TAHC and USDA teams are checking livestock transports, operating mobile stations, and releasing 100M sterile flies/week to keep the flesh-eating pest from crossing the border.
https://tinyurl.com/4ksk8rne
November 21, 2025 at 12:45 PM
South Texas still screwworm-free — but inspections are ramping up.
TAHC and USDA teams are checking livestock transports, operating mobile stations, and releasing 100M sterile flies/week to keep the flesh-eating pest from crossing the border.
https://tinyurl.com/4ksk8rne
TAHC and USDA teams are checking livestock transports, operating mobile stations, and releasing 100M sterile flies/week to keep the flesh-eating pest from crossing the border.
https://tinyurl.com/4ksk8rne
RGV home sales rose 10% in October even as inventory continues to climb across McAllen and Brownsville. Prices soften, buyers gain leverage, and realtors recalibrate expectations
#RGV #RioGrandeValley #RGVRealEstate #McAllen #Brownsville #Harlingen #Edinburg #MissionTX
https://tinyurl.com/xu6bpf9z
#RGV #RioGrandeValley #RGVRealEstate #McAllen #Brownsville #Harlingen #Edinburg #MissionTX
https://tinyurl.com/xu6bpf9z
November 21, 2025 at 4:44 AM
RGV home sales rose 10% in October even as inventory continues to climb across McAllen and Brownsville. Prices soften, buyers gain leverage, and realtors recalibrate expectations
#RGV #RioGrandeValley #RGVRealEstate #McAllen #Brownsville #Harlingen #Edinburg #MissionTX
https://tinyurl.com/xu6bpf9z
#RGV #RioGrandeValley #RGVRealEstate #McAllen #Brownsville #Harlingen #Edinburg #MissionTX
https://tinyurl.com/xu6bpf9z
Water took center stage at the Rio Grande Valley ILCAP infrastructure forum, where regional leaders warned that drought, shrinking reservoirs, and decades-long project timelines demand urgent attention.
https://tinyurl.com/mr35tcwh
#RGV #WaterSupply #RGVInfrastructure #Drought #RioGrandeValley
https://tinyurl.com/mr35tcwh
#RGV #WaterSupply #RGVInfrastructure #Drought #RioGrandeValley
November 20, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Water took center stage at the Rio Grande Valley ILCAP infrastructure forum, where regional leaders warned that drought, shrinking reservoirs, and decades-long project timelines demand urgent attention.
https://tinyurl.com/mr35tcwh
#RGV #WaterSupply #RGVInfrastructure #Drought #RioGrandeValley
https://tinyurl.com/mr35tcwh
#RGV #WaterSupply #RGVInfrastructure #Drought #RioGrandeValley
Mysterious US-marked “restricted area” signs suddenly appeared on Playa Bagdad — and Mexican naval forces tore them down.
A binational investigation is underway into whether shifting river lines, environmental impacts, or something more troubling is behind the incident.
https://tinyurl.com/ywzjtput
A binational investigation is underway into whether shifting river lines, environmental impacts, or something more troubling is behind the incident.
https://tinyurl.com/ywzjtput
November 20, 2025 at 5:03 AM
Mysterious US-marked “restricted area” signs suddenly appeared on Playa Bagdad — and Mexican naval forces tore them down.
A binational investigation is underway into whether shifting river lines, environmental impacts, or something more troubling is behind the incident.
https://tinyurl.com/ywzjtput
A binational investigation is underway into whether shifting river lines, environmental impacts, or something more troubling is behind the incident.
https://tinyurl.com/ywzjtput
Brownsville’s own indie bookstore Búho is taking on a giant — and doing it with confidence.
Owner Gilbert Hernandez says there’s room for everyone. Búho is betting on curated books, antique maps, community events, and a new coffee bar to keep readers coming back.
https://tinyurl.com/yxpy9tz4
Owner Gilbert Hernandez says there’s room for everyone. Búho is betting on curated books, antique maps, community events, and a new coffee bar to keep readers coming back.
https://tinyurl.com/yxpy9tz4
November 19, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Brownsville’s own indie bookstore Búho is taking on a giant — and doing it with confidence.
Owner Gilbert Hernandez says there’s room for everyone. Búho is betting on curated books, antique maps, community events, and a new coffee bar to keep readers coming back.
https://tinyurl.com/yxpy9tz4
Owner Gilbert Hernandez says there’s room for everyone. Búho is betting on curated books, antique maps, community events, and a new coffee bar to keep readers coming back.
https://tinyurl.com/yxpy9tz4
Space Monkey Barrcade Brings Retro Arcade Culture Back to Edinburg.
Space Monkey Barrcade is opening in Edinburg with more than 100 free-play games — from Ms. Pac-Man and Galaxian to Dance Dance Revolution and modern consoles.
https://tinyurl.com/yc2dpyad
Space Monkey Barrcade is opening in Edinburg with more than 100 free-play games — from Ms. Pac-Man and Galaxian to Dance Dance Revolution and modern consoles.
https://tinyurl.com/yc2dpyad
November 18, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Space Monkey Barrcade Brings Retro Arcade Culture Back to Edinburg.
Space Monkey Barrcade is opening in Edinburg with more than 100 free-play games — from Ms. Pac-Man and Galaxian to Dance Dance Revolution and modern consoles.
https://tinyurl.com/yc2dpyad
Space Monkey Barrcade is opening in Edinburg with more than 100 free-play games — from Ms. Pac-Man and Galaxian to Dance Dance Revolution and modern consoles.
https://tinyurl.com/yc2dpyad
Valley builders say ICE raids are gutting construction job sites — even detaining legal visa holders.
Projects stalled. Workers scared to cross the bridge. Lumber sales down across the Valley.
This is a developing story with major implications for housing, lending, and economic stability in the RGV.
Projects stalled. Workers scared to cross the bridge. Lumber sales down across the Valley.
This is a developing story with major implications for housing, lending, and economic stability in the RGV.
November 18, 2025 at 4:40 AM
Valley builders say ICE raids are gutting construction job sites — even detaining legal visa holders.
Projects stalled. Workers scared to cross the bridge. Lumber sales down across the Valley.
This is a developing story with major implications for housing, lending, and economic stability in the RGV.
Projects stalled. Workers scared to cross the bridge. Lumber sales down across the Valley.
This is a developing story with major implications for housing, lending, and economic stability in the RGV.
Monte Cristo Windpower is live near Edinburg—powering 81,000 homes and bringing $100M+ in local economic impact. A big win for Hidalgo County’s clean energy future.
From transmission line expansions to new county road improvements, this investment is reshaping Hidalgo County’s energy landscape.
From transmission line expansions to new county road improvements, this investment is reshaping Hidalgo County’s energy landscape.
November 17, 2025 at 4:54 AM
Monte Cristo Windpower is live near Edinburg—powering 81,000 homes and bringing $100M+ in local economic impact. A big win for Hidalgo County’s clean energy future.
From transmission line expansions to new county road improvements, this investment is reshaping Hidalgo County’s energy landscape.
From transmission line expansions to new county road improvements, this investment is reshaping Hidalgo County’s energy landscape.
Report: Diabetes, other illnesses may affect U.S. visa decisions. The guidance asks officers to consider whether an applicant’s illness might lead them to become a “public charge.”
https://tinyurl.com/2fcjyz5d
https://tinyurl.com/2fcjyz5d
November 14, 2025 at 2:57 AM
Report: Diabetes, other illnesses may affect U.S. visa decisions. The guidance asks officers to consider whether an applicant’s illness might lead them to become a “public charge.”
https://tinyurl.com/2fcjyz5d
https://tinyurl.com/2fcjyz5d
Flight cancellations across the Rio Grande Valley have remained limited, mostly affecting arrivals from major Texas hubs.
Still, McAllen is facing a headwind from connecting flight cancellations and an unexpected halt to its nonstop flight to Mexico City.
https://tinyurl.com/5fx8xnd2
Still, McAllen is facing a headwind from connecting flight cancellations and an unexpected halt to its nonstop flight to Mexico City.
https://tinyurl.com/5fx8xnd2
November 12, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Flight cancellations across the Rio Grande Valley have remained limited, mostly affecting arrivals from major Texas hubs.
Still, McAllen is facing a headwind from connecting flight cancellations and an unexpected halt to its nonstop flight to Mexico City.
https://tinyurl.com/5fx8xnd2
Still, McAllen is facing a headwind from connecting flight cancellations and an unexpected halt to its nonstop flight to Mexico City.
https://tinyurl.com/5fx8xnd2