10 hours ago
The Texas House has approved a $1 billion school voucher bill (86–63), marking a significant victory for Governor Greg Abbott and advancing Republican efforts to reshape the state's education system. The Senate has already passed the bill, which allows families, especially low-income households and those with children with disabilities, to use taxpayer money for private school tuition and related expenses. Critics argue it diverts funds from public schools. Final House approval is a formality before reconciling with the Senate version.
10 hours ago
South Padre Island, TX 🍤
The iconic Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is building a brand new location at 2301 Laguna Blvd!
Construction of a new, three-story restaurant spanning 18,042 sq ft is set to begin on July 31, 2025, and is expected to be completed by July 31, 2026.
Get ready for delicious seafood with a fun, movie-themed atmosphere right on South Padre Island!
📍 2301 Laguna Blvd., South Padre Island, TX 78597
The iconic Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is building a brand new location at 2301 Laguna Blvd!
Construction of a new, three-story restaurant spanning 18,042 sq ft is set to begin on July 31, 2025, and is expected to be completed by July 31, 2026.
Get ready for delicious seafood with a fun, movie-themed atmosphere right on South Padre Island!
📍 2301 Laguna Blvd., South Padre Island, TX 78597
14 hours ago
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Brownsville, Texas
Starbucks is set to unveil its first ever 3D printed store on April 24. The 1,400 square foot coffee shop, constructed with on site printed concrete, features a modern design with rounded corners and shaded walk up and drive thru windows.
📍 2491 Boca Chica Blvd
Starbucks is set to unveil its first ever 3D printed store on April 24. The 1,400 square foot coffee shop, constructed with on site printed concrete, features a modern design with rounded corners and shaded walk up and drive thru windows.
📍 2491 Boca Chica Blvd
2 days ago
Former U.S. Rep. Mayra Flores has been hospitalized just hours after announcing her 2026 campaign to challenge Rep. Henry Cuellar in Texas' 28th District.
4 days ago
McAllen, TX 🍳🥂
Get ready for Another Broken Egg Cafe, opening April 21st at The District!
It is located at 7913 N 10th St (at the SWC of 10th St and Wisconsin Rd).
Stay tuned for updates on any potential soft opening!
📍 7913 N 10th St Ste. 190, McAllen, TX 78504
Get ready for Another Broken Egg Cafe, opening April 21st at The District!
It is located at 7913 N 10th St (at the SWC of 10th St and Wisconsin Rd).
Stay tuned for updates on any potential soft opening!
📍 7913 N 10th St Ste. 190, McAllen, TX 78504
5 days ago
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The sample ballot for voters in the area around Starbase. They will be deciding whether to incorporate their community and form a local government. It's expected that the incorporation will pass, and with only one eligible candidate, Bobby Peden is set to become the first mayor.
Bobby Peden, has been an employee of SpaceX since 2013 and currently holds the position of VP - Texas Test and Launch at SpaceX.
Bobby Peden, has been an employee of SpaceX since 2013 and currently holds the position of VP - Texas Test and Launch at SpaceX.
7 days ago
The Texas Tribune reports that at least 118 international students across Texas universities have had their legal immigration status revoked or terminated in the federal SEVIS database. This includes nine students at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV).
https://www.texastribune.o...
https://www.texastribune.o...
118 Texas university students lose legal status | The Texas Tribune
Students from University of North Texas, UT-Dallas, Texas A&M, UT-Rio Grande, Texas Women’s University, Texas Tech and other schools have been affected.
https://www.texastribune.org/2025/04/09/texas-universities-international-students-legal-status/
7 days ago
Brownsville, TX
Cinemark at Sunrise Mall is getting upgraded with recliner seating!
They're investing $3,065,000 to convert auditoriums to luxurious recliner seating in the 45,035 sq ft theater. The project is set to begin on August 4, 2025, and is expected to be completed by November 28, 2025.
📍 Cinemark at Sunrise Mall, 2370 Old Hwy 77, Suite 1314, Brownsville, TX 78521
Cinemark at Sunrise Mall is getting upgraded with recliner seating!
They're investing $3,065,000 to convert auditoriums to luxurious recliner seating in the 45,035 sq ft theater. The project is set to begin on August 4, 2025, and is expected to be completed by November 28, 2025.
📍 Cinemark at Sunrise Mall, 2370 Old Hwy 77, Suite 1314, Brownsville, TX 78521
7 days ago
Palmhurst, TX
The Walmart at 215 E Mile 3 Rd. is getting a $4 million dollar makeover!
The entire interior and exterior of the 206,445 sq ft store will be remodeled. The project is set to begin on January 4, 2026, and is expected to be completed by April 26, 2026.
📍 215 E Mile 3 Rd., Palmhurst, TX 72716
The Walmart at 215 E Mile 3 Rd. is getting a $4 million dollar makeover!
The entire interior and exterior of the 206,445 sq ft store will be remodeled. The project is set to begin on January 4, 2026, and is expected to be completed by April 26, 2026.
📍 215 E Mile 3 Rd., Palmhurst, TX 72716
8 days ago
Mercedes, TX
A brand new Burlington is coming to the Shops at Mercedes! As what we have seen recently Burlington stores are opening close to one another and this one didn’t fall behind that trend.
Construction of the 25,044 sq ft store at 6001 E. Expressway 83, Suite F 6001 is set to begin on April 15, 2025, and is expected to be completed by August 15, 2025.
📍 6001 E. Expressway 83, Suite F 6001, Mercedes, TX 78570
A brand new Burlington is coming to the Shops at Mercedes! As what we have seen recently Burlington stores are opening close to one another and this one didn’t fall behind that trend.
Construction of the 25,044 sq ft store at 6001 E. Expressway 83, Suite F 6001 is set to begin on April 15, 2025, and is expected to be completed by August 15, 2025.
📍 6001 E. Expressway 83, Suite F 6001, Mercedes, TX 78570
9 days ago
Vandalism Reported at Elon Musk Statue
The recently installed Elon Musk statue, known as “Elonrwa,” has been damaged. Visible patches of the outer layer appear to have been peeled off the face.
The recently installed Elon Musk statue, known as “Elonrwa,” has been damaged. Visible patches of the outer layer appear to have been peeled off the face.
11 days ago
Matamoros, México
A 19 year old man is missing after a tragic incident at Playa Bagdad in Matamoros, Mexico. According to reports, he was at the beach with friends when he attempted to rescue someone struggling in the water. In the process, he was pulled under by the strong current and has not been seen since.
Local authorities have launched search efforts, but so far he remains missing.
His family has reached out to us, hoping to bring more attention to the situation from this side of the border. They are asking for prayers, and support.
A 19 year old man is missing after a tragic incident at Playa Bagdad in Matamoros, Mexico. According to reports, he was at the beach with friends when he attempted to rescue someone struggling in the water. In the process, he was pulled under by the strong current and has not been seen since.
Local authorities have launched search efforts, but so far he remains missing.
His family has reached out to us, hoping to bring more attention to the situation from this side of the border. They are asking for prayers, and support.
13 days ago
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Brownsville, Texas
Sunrise Mall has officially confirmed that a new Barnes & Noble is coming soon! You'll be able to browse their extensive selection of books, enjoy a coffee at their cafe, and more.
Stay tuned for updates on the grand opening!
📍 Sunrise Mall, 2370 North Expressway, Brownsville, TX 78521
Sunrise Mall has officially confirmed that a new Barnes & Noble is coming soon! You'll be able to browse their extensive selection of books, enjoy a coffee at their cafe, and more.
Stay tuned for updates on the grand opening!
📍 Sunrise Mall, 2370 North Expressway, Brownsville, TX 78521
14 days ago
Harlingen, TX
Get ready for a brand new Cavender's! 🤠
It will be coming to 914 Dixieland Rd!
The 11,250 sq ft store is set to begin renovations on May 29, 2025, and is expected to be completed by July 31, 2025.
📍 914 Dixieland Rd., Harlingen, TX 78552
Get ready for a brand new Cavender's! 🤠
It will be coming to 914 Dixieland Rd!
The 11,250 sq ft store is set to begin renovations on May 29, 2025, and is expected to be completed by July 31, 2025.
📍 914 Dixieland Rd., Harlingen, TX 78552
16 days ago
McAllen, TX
Get ready for a new shopping destination! Parke at Nolana, a brand new retail development, is currently under construction on Nolana, just east of Ware Rd!
This exciting new center will be home to a variety of retailers, including Ross, Burlington, dd's Discounts, Ulta and more!
📍 Nolana and 29th, McAllen, Texas
Get ready for a new shopping destination! Parke at Nolana, a brand new retail development, is currently under construction on Nolana, just east of Ware Rd!
This exciting new center will be home to a variety of retailers, including Ross, Burlington, dd's Discounts, Ulta and more!
📍 Nolana and 29th, McAllen, Texas
16 days ago
San Juan, TX!
We have update on the DD's Discounts that is coming to the Shops at Chavez!
Construction is set to begin on July 1, 2025, and is expected to be completed by January 31, 2027.
📍 E. Expressway 83 & N. Cesar Chavez, San Juan, TX 78589
We have update on the DD's Discounts that is coming to the Shops at Chavez!
Construction is set to begin on July 1, 2025, and is expected to be completed by January 31, 2027.
📍 E. Expressway 83 & N. Cesar Chavez, San Juan, TX 78589
16 days ago
McAllen, Texas
In case you missed it:
Zaxby's is expanding into the Rio Grande Valley!
Get ready for the first of six new locations at 4012 N. 29th Street, owned by franchise owner David Bramble. Construction of the 2,990 sq ft restaurant is expected to be completed by June 30, 2025.
📍 4012 N. 29th St., McAllen, TX 78504
In case you missed it:
Zaxby's is expanding into the Rio Grande Valley!
Get ready for the first of six new locations at 4012 N. 29th Street, owned by franchise owner David Bramble. Construction of the 2,990 sq ft restaurant is expected to be completed by June 30, 2025.
📍 4012 N. 29th St., McAllen, TX 78504
17 days ago
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Brownsville, TX🚀
SpaceX is planning to build a new power plant and office area is being built at 51823 TX 4.
This $1,019,800 project will include complete construction of an interior power plant and office space. Construction is expected to be completed by December 20, 2025.
Follow us for updates on SpaceX's continued growth in the region!
📍 51823 TX 4, Brownsville, TX 78521
SpaceX is planning to build a new power plant and office area is being built at 51823 TX 4.
This $1,019,800 project will include complete construction of an interior power plant and office space. Construction is expected to be completed by December 20, 2025.
Follow us for updates on SpaceX's continued growth in the region!
📍 51823 TX 4, Brownsville, TX 78521
17 days ago
Edinburg, Texas
First Wedding at the NEW Hidalgo County Courthouse. Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Alejandro & Sofia Vazquez!
First Wedding at the NEW Hidalgo County Courthouse. Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Alejandro & Sofia Vazquez!
18 days ago
Inside 'fattest city in US' where nearly half of the population is obese - Daily Star
The 'fattest city in the US' has been named, with one location in particular having a staggering 44.9% of adults who are obese - and it might not be entirely their fault
https://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/us-news/inside-fattest-city-us-nearly-34961204
18 days ago
Pharr, TX
In case you missed the announcement:
The first IKEA in the RGV will be coming to Pharr. This IKEA will be part of their new "small city store" concept!
Here's what you can expect when it opens:
Local Living Solutions: Find furniture and decor tailored to RGV homes.
Instant Shopping: Browse 2,000+ items for immediate purchase.
Full Range Online: Order anything from IKEA's catalog for delivery or pickup.
Swedish Food Market: Enjoy some of IKEA's iconic treats.
📍 500 N Jackson Rd. Suites A-2 & B-1, Pharr, TX 78577.
In case you missed the announcement:
The first IKEA in the RGV will be coming to Pharr. This IKEA will be part of their new "small city store" concept!
Here's what you can expect when it opens:
Local Living Solutions: Find furniture and decor tailored to RGV homes.
Instant Shopping: Browse 2,000+ items for immediate purchase.
Full Range Online: Order anything from IKEA's catalog for delivery or pickup.
Swedish Food Market: Enjoy some of IKEA's iconic treats.
📍 500 N Jackson Rd. Suites A-2 & B-1, Pharr, TX 78577.
21 days ago
Falcon Reservoir Sees Water Level Increase After Storm
Water levels have risen by 0.74 feet over the past two days, with an increase of 15,672 acre-feet in storage. The reservoir is now at 15.3% capacity, up from 14.6% just two days ago.
Unfortunately, the RGV still needs much more rainfall to bring Falcon Reservoir to healthier levels.
Water levels have risen by 0.74 feet over the past two days, with an increase of 15,672 acre-feet in storage. The reservoir is now at 15.3% capacity, up from 14.6% just two days ago.
Unfortunately, the RGV still needs much more rainfall to bring Falcon Reservoir to healthier levels.
21 days ago
Pharr, TX! 🇸🇪 Furniture fans, get ready! IKEA is coming soon to Pharr Town Center!
Construction is expected to begin in June and be completed by August 2025.
📍 500 N Jackson Rd. Suites A-2 & B-1 Pharr, TX 78577
Construction is expected to begin in June and be completed by August 2025.
📍 500 N Jackson Rd. Suites A-2 & B-1 Pharr, TX 78577
23 days ago
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Brownsville, Texas
Gladys Porter Zoo needs your help:
Have you seen Rosie?
This is Rosie, the roseate spoonbill. She is 13 years old and lives at the Gladys Porter Zoo in the Free-Flight Aviary. While being transported for her annual physical exam and vaccinations yesterday, Rosie decided to go on an adventure and managed to break out of her crate and fly off the Zoo grounds.
Roseate spoonbills are native to this area, and it is not uncommon to see wild ones in wetland habitats like resacas and marshes. However, Rosie was hand-raised and is not suited for the life of a wild bird.
She was last spotted near downtown Brownsville in the 4th St. and D St. areas. She can be identified by the band on her leg, which a wild roseate spoonbill is unlikely to have. If you think you’ve spotted her, please do not approach her, as she could get startled and fly off. Instead, please message the Zoo (at any time) via our Facebook page with a photo (if possible) or call us during our regular hours (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) at (956) 546-7187.
Thank you!
Gladys Porter Zoo needs your help:
Have you seen Rosie?
This is Rosie, the roseate spoonbill. She is 13 years old and lives at the Gladys Porter Zoo in the Free-Flight Aviary. While being transported for her annual physical exam and vaccinations yesterday, Rosie decided to go on an adventure and managed to break out of her crate and fly off the Zoo grounds.
Roseate spoonbills are native to this area, and it is not uncommon to see wild ones in wetland habitats like resacas and marshes. However, Rosie was hand-raised and is not suited for the life of a wild bird.
She was last spotted near downtown Brownsville in the 4th St. and D St. areas. She can be identified by the band on her leg, which a wild roseate spoonbill is unlikely to have. If you think you’ve spotted her, please do not approach her, as she could get startled and fly off. Instead, please message the Zoo (at any time) via our Facebook page with a photo (if possible) or call us during our regular hours (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) at (956) 546-7187.
Thank you!
24 days ago
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McAllen, Texas
Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott is expected to be in McAllen on April 2nd for a meet-and-greet at Spec’s to promote Volteo Tequila, his premium tequila brand. Cowboys legend Troy Aikman previously made stops in the RGV promoting his EIGHT beer. We'll update if more details become available!
🎟️ https://www.eventbrite.com...
Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott is expected to be in McAllen on April 2nd for a meet-and-greet at Spec’s to promote Volteo Tequila, his premium tequila brand. Cowboys legend Troy Aikman previously made stops in the RGV promoting his EIGHT beer. We'll update if more details become available!
🎟️ https://www.eventbrite.com...
24 days ago
All Star Theatre presents: SpongeBob: The Musical
Apr 26, 2025 & April 27, 2025
McAllen Performing Arts Center
801 Convention Center Blvd. , McAllen, TX
🎟️ https://www.ticketmaster.c...
Apr 26, 2025 & April 27, 2025
McAllen Performing Arts Center
801 Convention Center Blvd. , McAllen, TX
🎟️ https://www.ticketmaster.c...
25 days ago
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McAllen, Texas
Get ready, McAllen!
Another Broken Egg Cafe is opening in April.
Soon you will be able to enjoy southern-inspired breakfast, brunch, lunch, and craft cocktails 🍳🥂
An official date hasn’t been given yet.
📍 7913 N Tenth St Ste 190 McAllen, TX 78504
Get ready, McAllen!
Another Broken Egg Cafe is opening in April.
Soon you will be able to enjoy southern-inspired breakfast, brunch, lunch, and craft cocktails 🍳🥂
An official date hasn’t been given yet.
📍 7913 N Tenth St Ste 190 McAllen, TX 78504
27 days ago
Edinburg, Texas
Zoho Corporation has set its sights on Edinburg after moving on from a planned development at McAllen’s Green Jay Park. The Austin based tech company recently secured 1,050 acres in North Edinburg for a future campus.
📍County Road 3433 & HWY 281
Zoho Corporation has set its sights on Edinburg after moving on from a planned development at McAllen’s Green Jay Park. The Austin based tech company recently secured 1,050 acres in North Edinburg for a future campus.
📍County Road 3433 & HWY 281
Sponsored by
Cesar Avendano
22 days ago
Home For Sale In Weslaco, Texas
New Construction! Brand new 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in Weslaco! Enjoy easy access to schools, parks, hospitals, shopping, and major highways. This new construction home is ideal for first-time homebuyers or investors.
