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13 hours ago
Brownsville, Texas! 📦
It's official! Amazon has purchased approximately 13 acres of land on FM 511 in Brownsville with the intention of building a distribution center!

This was confirmed by former Mayor Trey Mendez.
RGV.me
2 days ago
Starbase, Texas
FAA Approves 25 Starship Launches Per Year from South Texas

SpaceX just got the green light from the FAA to launch up to 25 Starship flights per year from its Starbase site.
RGV.me
2 days ago
Starr County, Texas

The State Loop 195 project will construct a new 4 lane divided roadway, from FM 3167 to FM 755. Construction is scheduled to start December 27, 2027, and is expected to be completed by March 9, 2028.

📍 State Loop 195, from FM 755 (near Rio Grande City) to US 83 (near Loma Blanca Road), Starr County, TX
RGV.me
3 days ago
Edinburg, Texas
Fatburger Update:
We have some news regarding the planned Fatburger location at 4411 South McColl Rd (McColl & Trenton) in Edinburg. We have been informed that due to unforeseen issues at this site, the project will not be moving forward. 😔

However, the good news is that a Fatburger location in Pharr will be the first to open in the RGV later this year, with plans for more locations to come soon!
RGV.me
3 days ago
McAllen, TX
We had some of our fans asking us what was being built next to the Cheddar's location at The District! We looked it up for you and it's a Panera!

We don't have an estimated date for completion but as always we will keep you updated as soon as we see any updates.

📍 The District (SWC of 10th St & Auburn Ave), McAllen, TX
RGV.me
4 days ago
Pharr, TX 🍔
Get ready for some big burgers! A brand new Fatburger restaurant is coming to 309 W Nolana Loop!

Construction of the restaurant is set to begin on June 2, 2025, and is expected to be completed by December 31, 2025.

📍 309 W Nolana Loop, Pharr, TX 78566
RGV.me
5 days ago
TRAFFIC ALERT/McALLEN. Starting Monday, May 5, Bentsen Road in McAllen will close to thru traffic, between Mile 4 Road and FM 676 (Auburn Avenue), until June 9. Until construction is complete, drivers will be detoured through FM 1924 (Buddy Owens) and Shary Road.
RGV.me
5 days ago
RGV.me
5 days ago
Cameron County Venue Project Off to a Rough Start
RGV.me
5 days ago
Starbase, TX
It’s Official (Unofficially)
Voters have overwhelmingly approved the incorporation of Starbase as an official city in Texas.
RGV.me
6 days ago
Tonight, a small group of voters in Cameron County will decide whether Starbase becomes an incorporated city.
RGV.me
9 days ago
McAllen, TX – The upcoming Korean Hot Pot location at 400 N. Nolana St. will now open under a new name: KOT POT 1.

Get ready for an all you can eat experience blending traditional Korean Hot Pot with BBQ flavors.
RGV.me
9 days ago
On April 28, 2025, the Texas House State Affairs Committee narrowly voted 7–6 to reject Senate Bill 2188 and its counterpart, House Bill 4660. These bills sought to grant SpaceX expanded authority to close Boca Chica Beach and the only access road, Texas State Highway 4, during rocket launch operations. Currently, such closures require coordination with Cameron County authorities. The proposed legislation would have shifted that control directly to SpaceX and the mayor of the proposed city of Starbase. ​
RGV.me
9 days ago
Donna, Texas

We received a few inquiries about some of the stores that are coming to the Shops at 493.

Bath & Body Works will be right besides the new Ulta and Rack Room will be on the east side of the plaza.

📍 1700 Murphy Ave, Donna, TX 78537
RGV.me
10 days ago
Edinburg, TX 🌯
Chipotle Mexican Grill is coming to 4112 S Business Highway 281!

The project is set to begin on October 27, 2025, and is expected to be completed by February 9, 2026.

📍 4112 S Business Highway 281, Edinburg, TX 78539
RGV.me
10 days ago
Donna, TX
In case you haven’t heard! A new ULTA Beauty store is coming to the Shops at 493, located at 1600 Murphy Ave. Suite C!

The 10,010 sq ft ULTA Beauty store is set to begin interior construction August 4, 2025, and is expected to be completed by October 20, 2025.

📍 1600 Murphy Ave. Suite C (Shops at 493), Donna, TX 78537
RGV.me
10 days ago
Mercedes, TX
Rack Room Shoes is coming to the Shops at Mercedes, located at 6001 E. Expressway 83, Suite C!

Construction is set to begin on July 1, 2025, and is expected to be completed by January 31, 2027.

📍 6001 E. Expressway 83, Suite C, Mercedes, TX 78570
RGV.me
10 days ago
McAllen, Texas
🚨 Public Safety Alert 🚨

An alligator has been spotted near the canal at 2nd Street and Pecan Blvd. Please use extreme caution in the area.

👉 Do NOT approach or attempt to capture the animal.
👉 Report sightings immediately to McAllen Animal Care at (956) 681-1919.
RGV.me
14 days ago
Edinburg, Texas
​The historic Echo Hotel has been acquired by Zoho Corporation. The purchase was finalized on April 11, 2025, according to Hidalgo County property records. They plan on converting the property into a state of the art office campus.

In addition to the Echo Hotel, the company also purchased a 1,050 acre tract of land north of Edinburg.

Via City of Edinburg EDC
RGV.me
14 days ago
Brownsville, TX 🛍️
Burlington is coming soon to Resaca Village.

The existing tenant space of approximately 31,185 sq ft will undergo alterations including work on offices and restrooms. The project is set to begin on July 14, 2025, and is expected to be completed by October 3, 2025.

📍 1601 E Price Rd STE 00 (Resaca Village), Brownsville, TX 78521
RGV.me
15 days ago
Harlingen, TX
Casa Kevin is coming to the Plaza del Sol, located at 727 North 77 Sunshine Strip!

The 9,900 sq ft space at this location is undergoing a remodel starting on April 28, 2025, with an expected completion date of May 31, 2025.

📍 710 North 77 Sunshine Strip (Plaza del Sol), Harlingen, TX 78550
RGV.me
16 days ago
Pharr, TX
Update on IKEA - Pharr:
A little pre-work is being done at one of the suites that will be part of the RGV’s first IKEA. The Sears channel letters were recently removed from the building.

If you haven’t heard yet… IKEA is coming to the Pharr Town Center!

Construction is set to begin on June 2, 2025, and is expected to be completed by August 18, 2025.

📍 500 N Jackson Rd. Suites A-2 & B-1 (Pharr Town Center), Pharr, TX 78577
RGV.me
16 days ago
Edinburg, TX
Hidalgo County is getting a new state of the art Emergency Management Facility at 7517 N. Expressway 281!

Construction of the 11 million dollar facility is set to begin on June 2, 2025, and is expected to be completed by January 23, 2027. This facility will serve as a training center for first responders and an Emergency Operations Center during times of emergency, featuring conference/meeting rooms and open/flexible training areas.

📍 7517 N. Expressway 281, Edinburg, TX 78542
RGV.me
18 days ago
Brownsville, TX
A new $30 million Texas A&M Workforce Development facility is coming to the Texas A&M Rio Grande Valley Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Hub (RAMI) near the Port of Brownsville!

This project involves the construction of a 39,064 sq ft building for classrooms and labs, along with a high bay and two outdoor structures. Construction will start soon, and is scheduled for completion in mid 2026.

📍 17955 State Highway 48, Brownsville, TX 78521
RGV.me
22 days 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.
RGV.me
22 days 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
RGV.me
22 days ago (E)
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
RGV.me
24 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.
RGV.me
26 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
RGV.me
27 days ago (E)
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.