The Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council is the Council of Government for Hidalgo, Cameron, and Willacy counties.
Hidalgo County Commissioner David Fuentes tells Texas County Progress about some big water, drainage, and transportation projects he and his team are working on.
A detailed look at sales tax revenues for the larger municipalities along the Texas-Mexico Border Region during the first nine months of 2024.
A detailed look at sales tax revenues for the smaller municipalities of the Rio Grande Valley during the first nine months of 2024.
Juan Olaguibel will manage the City of McAllen's EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, a key initiative that attracts foreign investment to McAllen through job-creating projects. Olaguibel will stay on as superintendent of bridges, while becoming assistant city manager.
In operation since the 1920s, the Brownsville land port of entry has seen limited renovations since the 1990s. All existing buildings at the bridge will be replaced with new state-of-the-art facilities.
Hidalgo County Community Service Agency's Access to Success program is funded through a Community Service Block Grant. The aim is to empower participants and establish a foundation for upward mobility.
Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño, Jr., says registered voters in the proposed Starbase area will have an opportunity to vote on whether to incorporate as Starbase, Texas.
An exclusive video interview with Mayor Adrian Gonzalez and Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Steve Valdez.
Willacy County Judge Aurelio “Keter” Guerra says he is confident commissioners court will be ready to sign all required documentation with the Texas Historical Society before the end of the year.
Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez says that despite a leasing arrangement with Willacy County, more prisoner beds are needed.
Speaking at a McAllen Citizens League luncheon, Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez gave an update on the long-delayed county courthouse project.
The National Civic League's mission is to inspire, support, and recognize inclusive approaches to community decision-making, advancing civic engagement to create equitable and thriving communities.
The City of McAllen has launched a new website to attract international developers and investors. It has also signed MOUs with COMCE Noreste and World Trade Center-Monterrey.
TEDC's Community Economic Development Award recognizes the contributions of its member organizations towards the economic vitality of their communities and the state of Texas.
McAllen City Manager Isaac Tawil spoke about the draft UDC at a recent McAllen Citizens League event. He said town hall meetings are planned so residents can learn more and make comment.
There is a number in the McAllen city budget that really shocks City Manager Isaac Tawil. In a $652 million budget, only $27 million is needed to pay debt service. That leaves $625 million for operations and capital outlay. "That's incredible," Tawil says.