Jensen Huang the CEO of Nvidia personally hand delivered a supercomputer to south Texas. This visit solidifies South Texas and the Rio Grande Valley as a true, critical hub for the future not just for launch, but for the cutting-edge R&D that will get humanity to Mars. The world’s biggest rocket and the world’s newest tech right here in the RGV.
Get ready for unlimited breadsticks! Olive Garden is officially bringing its first location to the city, with plans for a new $3 million, 7,825-square-foot restaurant at 605 E. Trenton Road.
Construction is scheduled to begin on February 16, 2026, with an anticipated completion date of October 12, 2026.
📍 605 E Trenton Rd, Edinburg, TX 78539
McAllen residents, you may have noticed higher water bills recently.
On October 13, 2025, the City Commission and Public Utility Board (PUB) approved over $33 million in initial bond funding to finally establish a drought proof water supply for the city’s future.
This funding officially launches the massive $180,000,000 Brackish Groundwater Treatment Plant project. This facility is key to reducing reliance on the Rio Grande and build an independent water source for McAllen.
The planned location for the Brackish Groundwater Treatment Plant is the site of the existing Northwest Water Treatment Plant on North Bentsen Road.
Stripes is planning to build a new $1.2 million, 4,746 square foot convenience store at the corner of Chapin and McColl.
Construction is scheduled to begin on February 15, 2026, with an expected completion date of October 13, 2026.
📍 Chapin & McColl, Edinburg, TX 78539
Latest at Starbase with LabPadre: Oct. 16
STARBASE, Texas (ValleyCentral) —This week at Starbase, SpaceX notched another major step towards making its Starship system fully reusable. The latest test flight, Flight 11, launched Monday afternoon from right here in our backyard. The massive reused Super Heavy...
https://rgv.news/latest-at-starbase-with-labpadre-oct-16-21311.html
Screwworms near Texas border; high-tech solutions emerge
New World Screwworms, an invasive species that can cause deadly damage to livestock and people, have been spotted 70 miles from the U.S./Mexico border, prompting Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins to push for...
https://rgv.news/screwworms-near-texas-border-high-tech-solutions-emerge-21306.html
Sheriff's Office: Day care employee followed safety protocols in Donna murder-suicide
A female employee at the Donna day care where a deadly shooting took place on Wednesday followed safety protocols and may have prevented further harm, the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office said Thursday. Investigators determined the employee swiftly secured all...
https://rgv.news/sheriff-s-office-day-care-employee-followed-safety-protocols-in-donna-murder-suicide-21303.html
Man found not guilty in "El Gallito" murder case sues over trial
A man who was found not guilty in his uncle’s murder last year is now suing the agencies involved in his arrest and trial, according to documents obtained by ValleyCentral. Salomon Campos Jr. was found not guilty in the...
https://rgv.news/man-found-not-guilty-in-el-gallito-murder-case-sues-over-trial-21301.html
Heads up, North McAllen! A new taco spot is moving in. 🌮 Taco N Todo is officially coming soon to the former Thirsty Monkey location on North 10th street.
An official opening date has not yet been announced, but it is expected to open before year end.
📍 3424 N 10th St, McAllen, TX 78501
Demonstrators across the Rio Grande Valley and the nation are continuing to voice fierce opposition to President Donald Trump’s stance on immigration enforcement and other policies they view as authoritarian.
Events will be held on October 18th in
Brownsville, Weslaco, Harlingen and McAllen.
Former Edinburg athlete arrested on DWI charge
SULLIVAN CITY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Emmanuel Duron, the former Edinburg High School football player who tackled a referee during a playoff game, was arrested on a DWI charge on Sunday. According to Hidalgo County jail records, Duron was arrested...
https://rgv.news/former-edinburg-athlete-arrested-on-dwi-charge-21284.html
Popular rice brand issues nationwide recall: FDA
A popular brand of rice has been recalled after it was reported that there could be small stones in the product.
https://rgv.news/popular-rice-brand-issues-nationwide-recall-fda-21281.html
McAllen begins bid search for Boeye Reservoir development
MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — McAllen city leaders have officially unveiled plans for a major mixed-use development at the former Boeye Reservoir site, which is a project that has been discussed for decades and is now moving forward. The 67-acre...
https://rgv.news/mcallen-begins-bid-search-for-boeye-reservoir-development-21276.html
Opening of new Uvalde school marks “bittersweet day” for families and town
Legacy Elementary, which replaces Robb Elementary, where 19 students and two teachers were killed in a mass shooting in 2022, will welcome students on Oct. 20.
https://rgv.news/opening-of-new-uvalde-school-marks-bittersweet-day-for-families-and-town-21270.html
Judge sets bond at $100,000 for McAllen city commissioner accused of smuggling, laundering money
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A judge on Tuesday set bond at $100,000 for McAllen City Commissioner Rodolfo “Rudy” Castillo, who is jailed on federal smuggling and money laundering charges. After a brief hearing on Tuesday afternoon, U.S. District Judge...
https://rgv.news/judge-sets-bond-at-100-000-for-mcallen-city-commissioner-accused-of-smuggling-laundering-money-21268.html
Fiesta de Palmas: Culture, music, and fun in McAllen
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The annual Fiesta de Palmas celebrations are back, filled with local flair, music and food for the whole family to enjoy! The three-day event is taking place at the McAllen Convention Center, located at 700 Convention...
https://rgv.news/fiesta-de-palmas-culture-music-and-fun-in-mcallen-21265.html
Artificial reef to be built using materials from demolished 1954 causeway
SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The original 1954 Queen Isabella Causeway is under demolition as part of a newly initiated project by the General Land Office of Texas and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Material from the...
https://rgv.news/artificial-reef-to-be-built-using-materials-from-demolished-1954-causeway-21261.html
SpaceX wraps up year with successful 11th flight test
STARBASE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — SpaceX launched its 11th Starship rocket on Monday evening from Starbase. The launch window was scheduled to open at 6:15 p.m.; however, at 6:23 p.m., Starship lifted off from Starbase on its 11th and possible...
https://rgv.news/spacex-wraps-up-year-with-successful-11th-flight-test-21260.html
R&B legend D'Angelo dies at 51: reports
While the private star only released three albums in his lifetime, he's widely considered among the best R&B artists of all time.
https://rgv.news/r-b-legend-d-angelo-dies-at-51-reports-21257.html
McAllen unveils plans for Boeye Development project
MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of McAllen is set to unveil a major announcement on Tuesday regarding the Boeye Development, a transformative project focused on smart, sustainable development and economic momentum. The announcement will take place at the...
https://rgv.news/mcallen-unveils-plans-for-boeye-development-project-21255.html
Instagram says it's safeguarding teens by limiting them to PG-13 content
Teenagers on Instagram will be restricted to seeing PG-13 content by default and won't be able to change their settings without a parent's permission, Meta announced on Tuesday. This means kids using teen-specific accounts will see photos and videos...
https://rgv.news/instagram-says-it-s-safeguarding-teens-by-limiting-them-to-pg-13-content-21253.html
Dallas boosted police numbers before Trump’s crime rhetoric. Now the city is feeling the effects.
The nonprofit Dallas HERO argued the city was descending into anarchy despite falling violent crime rates. Locals fear the push could be used as a playbook.
https://rgv.news/dallas-boosted-police-numbers-before-trump-s-crime-rhetoric-now-the-city-is-feeling-the-effects--21251.html
Stuck in jail, city commissioner can’t attend McAllen meetings
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The McAllen City Commission had big decisions to make on Monday afternoon. Whether to borrow $30 million for a water treatment plant. Where to build electrical substations. How to classify more than 100 pieces of...
https://rgv.news/stuck-in-jail-city-commissioner-can-t-attend-mcallen-meetings-21245.html
Traffic backed up on causeway following Starship launch
PORT ISABEL, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Cameras from the Texas Department of Transportation show traffic is backed up on the Queen Isabella Causeway on Monday evening. The traffic comes as SpaceX launched its Starship, Flight 11, at approximately 6:24 p.m....
https://rgv.news/traffic-backed-up-on-causeway-following-starship-launch-21244.html
Ulta is opening its doors to the public officially Friday, October 31st at 10am. They will have their grand opening/ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, November 7th at 10am.
📍 1600 Murphy Ave, Donna, TX 78537
SpaceX's 11th Starship test focuses on engine shutdown dynamics
STARBASE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — SpaceX is preparing for its anticipated 11th Starship test flight, with its primary goal to test the vehicle's dynamics as the engines shut down while it transitions through its different phases. The launch window is...
https://rgv.news/spacex-s-11th-starship-test-focuses-on-engine-shutdown-dynamics-21228.html
SNAP changes: Here's who could lose benefits in November
States are warning SNAP recipients their eligibility for food assistance could change as a November deadline to comply with the One Big Beautiful Bill approaches.
https://rgv.news/snap-changes-here-s-who-could-lose-benefits-in-november-21226.html
Edinburg EDC breaks ground on new entertainment district
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) and Los Lagos Development broke ground Friday on Plaza Guerlain, a mixed-use development project. Plaza Guerlain will feature retail, dining, multifamily housing, and electric vehicle infrastructure, representing a $22.6...
https://rgv.news/edinburg-edc-breaks-ground-on-new-entertainment-district-21224.html
Starship Flight 11 is scheduled for launch on Monday, October 13! 🚀
The launch window from Starbase, Texas, opens at 6:15 PM CT (Central Time).
