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Rashid: Why I am running for Mayor of McAllen
WEBJul 29, 2023 · God Bless You All. Editor’s Note: The above guest column was penned by Dr. Shahid Rashid, founder of South Texas Clinic for Pain Management in McAllen, Texas. The guest column appears in The Rio Grande Guardian with the permission of the author. Dr. Rashid can be reached by email via: [email protected]. Quality …
Chandran discusses AltaCair’s new colonia initiative
WEBMay 5, 2024 · MCALLEN, Texas – The AltaCair Foundation has started a push to improve the quality of life of residents in Rio Grande Valley colonias. A flyer produced by the group says of the Valley’s 1.3 million population, 14 percent live in colonias.
Pharr Bridge leaders to visit Mexico City to discuss second span ...
WEBAug 23, 2024 · PHARR, Texas – The Pharr-Reynosa International Bridge team will be traveling to Mexico City at the end of the month for ongoing discussions relating to the bridge’s second span project.. Shortly after receiving approval from the International Boundary and Water Commission and their Mexican counterpart, a groundbreaking ceremony was held on the Mexican side of the bridge to mark the start ...
At Progreso ‘Abrazo,’ Winter Texans show their love of Mexico
WEBSep 18, 2024 · NUEVO PROGRESO, Mexico – As Winter Texans prepare to return home, the border city of Rio Bravo honored their annual stay in the Rio Grande Valley with a goodbye celebration. The annual Tourist Day Celebration and ‘abrazo’ across the Progreso International Bridge took place on Thursday. Valley Mayors Irene Muñoz of …
New Census numbers: Rio Grande Valley did not ... - Rio Grande …
WEBJul 29, 2023 · The U.S. Census Bureau issued the official numbers for the 2020 Census on Thursday. The numbers help determine federal funding for states, counties and municipalities, and the realignment of political boundaries. Texas’ population grew by 3,999,944 over the last ten years – from 25,145,561 in 2010 to 29,145,505 in 2020.
UPDATED: Rio Bank and Elsa State Bank to merge
WEBSep 23, 2024 · Elsa State Bank has six locations in Starr and Hidalgo counties and is headquartered in Rio Grande City. Its president and CEO is Cesar Gonzalez. Once the merger is complete Elsa State Bank will be known as Rio Bank. Assets of the two banks combined are roughly $550 million. Advertisement.
Scaief: GR Fresh’s expansion is huge for McAllen
WEBSep 14, 2024 · The industry is growing, especially growing in the Valley.”. Scaief agreed, saying that Texas Regional Bank is working to partner with more companies like GR Fresh that are exploring the next phase for their business. “This is huge for McAllen,” said Scaief. “And, I think we’ll see just more and more of them develop, and so I’m glad ...
Updated: Builder asks why Brownsville is sole Valley city imposing ...
WEB6 days ago · BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS – The City of Brownsville, working with consultants Freese & Nichols, hosted a public meeting at the Brownsville Events Center on Monday, Jan. 8, to discuss the proposed capital recovery fees program.
Valley Grande Institute opens outreach center in Mission
WEBAug 30, 2024 · Here is what she had to say: VGI has been able to draw down $240,000 through the help of two different hospitals, Mission Regional and Valley Baptist. Each hospital received $120,000 to pay for the education of 40 VGI students. They will be trained at the respective hospitals, with the students learning while they are earning $14 per hour.