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

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

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.

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. ​

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

East Meets West: Classical Indian Concert
Saturday, May 17
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
80 Fort Brown
Brownsville, TX 78520, USA

Immerse yourself in the sound of India concert by world renown musician Shubhendra and Saskia Rao alongside a wonderful venue at the TSC SETB

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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

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

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.

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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

Best Nail Salon in Chinatown: Julia Beauty

Julia Beauty Chinatown’s Top Nail Destination! 💖 Step into luxury with our premium manicures, pedicures, and gel extensions. Using sanitized tools and high-end polishes, we deliver flawless nails every time. Treat yourself to a relaxing escape with our skilled artists. Walk-ins welcome! Your perfect nails await. 💅🏼🌟

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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

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.

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

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.

The Marías - Submarine Tour

Thu • Jul 10, 2025 • 7:30 PM

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📍 McAllen Convention Center
700 Convention Center Blvd. , McAllen, TX

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Música Para Abrir El Cielo Tour

Thursday, July 24
7pm - 11:30pm CDT
Cine El Rey
311 S 17th St McAllen, TX 78501

🎟️ https://www.eventbrite.com...

McAllen, TX! 🐻🍦
Mark your calendars! The OFFICIAL GRAND OPENING of The Baked Bear in North McAllen is TOMORROW, April 11th at 7:00 pm!

Be one of the FIRST 50 CUSTOMERS in line and get a FREE ICE CREAM SANDWICH!

📍7913 N. 10th Street, #110
McAllen, TX 78504

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

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

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

Banda MS de Sergio Lizarraga
SAT NOV 22, 2025 - 8:00 PM

📍 4900 S I69, Edinburg, TX, 78539
Bert Ogden Arena, Edinburg, TX, United States

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Fireside Chat with Former Mexican President Vicente Fox
RGV Startup Week

Monday, April 28 · 10am - 12pm CDT.
Doors open at 8:30am
TSC Performing Arts Center

📍 90 Taylor Avenue Brownsville, TX 78520

🎟️ https://www.eventbrite.com...

🚨 STXCC25 Is Coming! April 25–27, 2025 in McAllen.

3 days of celebs, cosplay, gaming, panels & more!

✨ Featuring:
🚗 David Hasselhoff (Sat Only)
⭐ Juliette Lewis
🖖 Brent Spiner & Jonathan Frakes
🎸 Dee Snider
🎙️ Rick & Morty cast + more!

📍 McAllen Convention Center
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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.

This will never get old 😆
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Bronco - Dejando Huella
Aug 30, 2025 - 8:00 PM
Payne Arena
2600 N. 10th Street (Hwy 336) , Hidalgo, TX
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BOYS DONT CRY A CURE EXPERIENCE
8/2/2025
$10 EARLY BIRD
$20 GENERAL ADMISSION
$25 @ DOOR

CINE EL REY THEATER
311 S 17TH ST MCALLEN TX 78501

DOORS OPEN @ 8PM STARTS AT 9PM

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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!