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BusinessAvant Technology in Pharr Receives $4.8M Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund Grant
Texas Border Business AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott announced that a Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) grant of $4,830,000 has been extended to Avant Technology, Inc. for an expansion of their manufacturing facility in Pharr. The facility is expected to create 250 jobs and represents more than $20 million in capital investment. “Texas is the
HealthDHR Health, University of Houston Break Ground on New Medical Research and Education Center
Texas Border Business McALLEN, Texas – The future of health care in the Rio Grande Valley moved forward as DHR Health and the University of Houston broke ground on a new medical research and education center — a milestone investment that will expand health education programs and improve access to care in one of Texas’ most rapidly growing […] The post DHR Health, University of Houston Break Ground on New Medical Research and Education Center appeared first on Texas Border Business.
EducationSTC Students Put Skills to Work with Custom Picnic Table Project
Texas Border Business By Joey Gomez McALLEN, Texas – In an effort to improve campus life, students at South Texas College’s Technology Campus have designed and built custom picnic tables, creating new spaces for their peers to rest and recharge. The project, led by the campus Student Government Association (SGA) as part of its Beautify Tech […] The post STC Students Put Skills to Work with Custom Picnic Table Project appeared first on Texas Border Business.
PoliticsHow the Texas Military Department Leads the Nation in Redefining Energy Resilience
When the power goes out, most organizations sit around and wait for it to come back. But for one Texas agency, those dark days are over. The post How the Texas Military Department Leads the Nation in Redefining Energy Resilience appeared first on Texas Border Business.
EducationOver $1.6 Million In Career Training Grants Awarded to Six South Texas Schools
Governor Greg Abbott announced six Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants totaling $1,697,701 have been awarded to six schools in South Texas by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). The post Over $1.6 Million In Career Training Grants Awarded to Six South Texas Schools appeared first on Texas Border Business.
BusinessMcAllen Chamber Earns Elite Five-Star Accreditation from U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Texas Border Business By Roberto Hugo González / Texas Border Business McALLEN, Texas – The McAllen Chamber of Commerce announced it has earned a five-star accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, a distinction held by fewer than 2 percent of chambers nationwide. The recognition was presented during a public celebration attended by business leaders […] The post McAllen Chamber Earns Elite Five-Star Accreditation from U.S. Chamber of Commerce appeared first on Texas Border Business.
EducationCelebrating First Round of TEFA Funds Awarded to Texas Families
Governor Greg Abbott celebrated the first round of Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) funding that is being awarded to over 42,000 Texas families. The post Celebrating First Round of TEFA Funds Awarded to Texas Families appeared first on Texas Border Business.
BusinessAbbott Meets With SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler to Support Texas Small Businesses
Governor Greg Abbott met with U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Kelly Loeffler to discuss Texas’ partnership with the Trump Administration and efforts to help Texas small businesses and entrepreneurs succeed. The post Abbott Meets With SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler to Support Texas Small Businesses appeared first on Texas Border Business.
PoliticsJustice Department Moves FDA-Approved Marijuana to Schedule III, Expanding Research Under Federal Oversight
In accordance with President Trump’s December 18, 2025, Executive Order on Increasing Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research, the Justice Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced the issuance of an order immediately placing both FDA-approved products containing marijuana and marijuana products regulated by a state medical marijuana license in Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act, The post Justice Department Moves FDA-Approved Marijuana to Schedule III, Expanding Research Under Federal Oversight appeared first on Texas Border Business.
EducationMcAllen ISD Proposition A Focuses on Aging Schools and Facility Needs
Texas Border Business By Roberto Hugo González McAllen Independent School District leaders are asking voters to consider Proposition A, a $335 million bond proposal to address aging school facilities, overcrowding, and long-term infrastructure needs across the district. During a recent presentation to the McAllen Citizens League, Superintendent Dr. René Gutiérrez outlined the district’s challenges and […] The post McAllen ISD Proposition A Focuses on Aging Schools and Facility Needs appeared first on Texas Border Business.
Public SafetyTRAFFIC ALERT: Bales Rd. Street Closure, April 23rd-May 5th
Texas Border Business McALLEN, Texas – Bales Road will be closed to thru traffic between S. 10th St. and S. 2nd St. from April 23 through May 15 as part of the S. 2nd Street at Byron Nelson Drainage Improvements project, which includes installation of new drainage infrastructure to enhance roadway conditions and improve stormwater management. The post TRAFFIC ALERT: Bales Rd. Street Closure, April 23rd-May 5th appeared first on Texas Border Business.
PoliticsCornyn Calls to Permanently Defund Planned Parenthood in Next Reconciliation Bill
Texas Border Business WASHINGTON – On the floor, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) discussed the current budget resolution the Senate is considering that will kick off the process to pass funding for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) amidst ongoing Democrat obstruction and outlined his priorities for a third reconciliation bill, including […] The post Cornyn Calls to Permanently Defund Planned Parenthood in Next Reconciliation Bill appeared first on Texas Border Business.
PoliticsDe La Cruz Leads Texas Delegation Urging USMCA Enforcement of 1944 Water Treaty
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15), along with a dozen members of the Texas Congressional Delegation, sent a letter to the United States Trade Representative (USTR) Ambassador Jamieson Greer and Chief Agricultural Negotiator Ambassador Julie Callahan, urging the Administration to use the upcoming USMCA renegotiations to ensure the Government of Mexico’s compliance with 1944 Water Treaty deliveries. The post De La Cruz Leads Texas Delegation Urging USMCA Enforcement of 1944 Water Treaty appeared first on Texas Border Business.
Emergency prep supplies tax free April 25-27: Here's what to know
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — As hurricane season approaches on June 1, emergency preparation supplies will be tax-free from Saturday, April 25, to Monday, April 27, according to the Texas Comptroller. Starting this Saturday at 12:01 a.m., the public can purchase emergency supplies until midnight on Monday, April 27. The following supplies qualify for tax exemption [...]