Panic buying discouraged; BPUB suspends rolling blackouts
The City of Brownsville and the Brownsville Public Utilities Board held a joint press conference Thursday morning where they talked about the suspension of...
Battered and bruised: Deep freeze damages citrus; winter crops still being assessed
HARLINGEN — Valley citrus has been battered and bruised over the last year, and for some growers, the extreme cold may put an end...
Officials announce $1.2 million vegetation removal along Arroyo Colorado
HARLINGEN — Federal, state and local officials have announced a contract has been let to a company tasked with culling vegetation along a 6.3-mile...
McAllen hopeful of economic recovery as airport welcomes new flight route
Allegiant Air announced this week the airline is adding another nonstop route from McAllen International Airport, an optimistic move at a time when the...
Tax numbers show strong holiday sales for most
HARLINGEN — The majority of the Valley’s big cities had a retail holiday season to remember, pandemic or no pandemic.
December sales tax allocations statewide...
Jubilee Academies to hold blood drive this weekend
HARLINGEN — Want to help local blood banks replenish their supplies?
Sign up to give blood or plasma Saturday for the “Do it for Love”...
Airlines increase flights to the Valley
More flight opportunities are available for those wanting to have a change in scenery and visit the Rio Grande Valley.
The South Padre Island Convention...
It’s a Date: South Padre Island prepares for Valentine’s Day
Whether it’s a staycation or romantic getaway, residents and visitors can celebrate Valentine’s Day with their loved one in a way that allows them...
SPI KOA Holiday wins awards during annual convention
SOUTH PADRE ISLAND — Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA), a company with 515 campgrounds in the United States and Canada, held its annual International...
Rent help program launched; Landlords, tenants encouraged to apply
The state will soon begin offering a hand to Texas residents having a hard time paying the rent because of financial strain due to...
