The Valley's Morning News Rewind
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What are some of the options to get more water for McAllen residents, Edinburg Police Chief Jaime Ayala retires, how has inflation impacted infrastructure development in the RGV, and we get an update from Valley International airport.
How are early voting numbers looking and is there a new way to find the shortest line to wait in at polling places, we get economic update from Harlingen, and how can the RGV become one unified RMA (Regional Mobility Authority).
We look at how a bank is advocating for local consumers, we look at the expanding opportunities across local industries, we get an economic update from the Pharr International bridge, and we look at the demand in hybrid vehicles.
Hidalgo County is working to create a an emergency preparedness medical reserve corps, we look at how a local bank is helping families purchase homes, the deadline to register to vote is coming up and we get an update on South Texas College’s enrollment.
We talk about continuing fight against illegal drugs, how can the film industry better represent Hispanics, we look at how one organization is trying to recruit industry to our area, and how is McAllen International Airport is improving the airpor
We talk about fighting kids’ cancer here in the RGV, we look back Teclo Garcia’s career at Mission EDC, we look at how Cameron County secured a data center, and how can AI help your business grow.
We look at the new tariffs on Canadian products, we look at a proposed desalination plant in the RGV, it’s the 1st day of the fall semester at UTRGV, and we recap a meeting that discussed the RGV’s flooding and drainage issues.
We look back at the 1st season of UTRGV Vaqueros Football, Is the Texas grid ready for an influx of data centers, we look at the 1st day of school for Idea public schools, and could we see a desalination plant in the RGV.
: A local hospital gets national recognition, we get an update on McAllen’s water situation, the U.S. Border Patrol is hiring, and how one local pharmacy continues to service the RGV.
We look at the growth of industry in Brownsville, we talk about employment across the RGV, and we speak with a local non-profit helping students and adults get career training.
We look at how Mission EDC is helping small businesses, a local entrepreneur about getting inducted into a hall of fame, how is South Texas College is helping local students, and we look at the UTRGV School of Podiatric Medicine.
We get an economic update from McAllen and Edinburg, we get an update on the region’s water situation, and we talk to the CEO of South Texas Health Systems.
We look at the process of landing a ship manufacturing company, we get an update in recruiting manufacturing to the RGV, we look at the evolution of international trade with the U.S., and we look at the importance of community banks.
We talk to an organization about how they are helping HS students ready for the workforce, we get update on the USMCA trade agreement, we get an economic update from Brownsville, and we get an update from the Port of Brownsville.
We talk about the future of water in the region, we talk about a recent trip to Washington D.C. that highlighted the RGV workforce, we get an update on the water reservoir levels, and we look at the sale of the Cimarron Country club in Mission.
We get an economic update from McAllen, should the RGV be considered one metropolitan statistical area, we talk about a recent trip to Washington D.C. that highlighted the RGV, how do international partnerships help our local economy.
We get an update on recruiting industry to the RGV, we look at the regional report focusing on manufacturing and workforce, the Hidalgo International Bridge celebrates 100 years
We talk about the recently passed McAllen School District bond, we look at a proposed desalination plant, we look at the rapid construction and economic growth in the RGV, and we get an update from UTRGV.
We talk about the recently passed McAllen School District bond, we look at a proposed desalination plant, we look at the rapid construction and economic growth in the RGV, and we get an update from UTRGV.
We get a look at a proposed desalination plant, we get an update on trade tariff refunds, we look at a growing concern of THC vaping cartridges in Hidalgo County, and we look at interesting local voting data.
We get a look at the Museum of South Texas History, we get an economic update from the Pharr international bridge, we look at economic growth in Weslaco, and we look at how UTRGV is applying AI in an academic setting.
We talk to a local company involved in many construction projects in the area, is the new world screwworm getting closer to the RGV, we get an economic update from Mission, and we look at unemployment numbers in the area.
Ep 164We get an update from the Pharr International Bridge, what should we know in this sexual assault awareness month, we get an update on border trade tariffs, and we get an economic update from Mission.
Luis Bazan, Pharr International Bridge Director gave us an update from the bridge. April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, local Attorney Lydia Elizondo talked about what everyone needs to know to keep family safe. Jorge Torres, President of Interlink Trade Services talked about how current tariffs are impacting trade and the broader market Teclo Garcia, Director of the Mission Economic Development Office, gave us a business update from Mission.
Ep 163We get an economic update from Edinburg and Harlingen, and we look at the historic news of an oil refinery at the Port of Brownsville.
Edinburg Mayor Omar Ochoa gives us an economic update. Orlando Campos, CEO Harlingen Economic Development Corporation, gives us an economic update. Port of Brownsville Director William Dietrich and Esteban Guerra, Brownsville Navigation District Chairman, talk about the historic news of an oil refinery coming to the Port of Brownsville.
Ep 162: We get a year-end re-cap from Texas A&M University higher education center in McAllen, we get an update from the Port of Brownsville, how has the conflict with Iran affected oil prices, and we look at a new study to help lure industry.
Ernie Aliseda Chief Operating Officer at Texas A&M University higher education center gave us a recap of 2025 at Texas A&M University McAllen campus. Economist Tim Snyder gives us an update on oil prices and how that will affect gas prices. Port of Brownsville Director William Dietrich gave us an update on the port. Adam Gonzalez, CEO of COSTEP (Council for South Texas Economic Progress) talked about manufacturing study to help lure more industry.
Ep 161What does the Supreme Court ruling on tariffs mean for the local economy? We get an economic update from Mission and McAllen, and McAllen International Airport is expanding.
Jorge A. Torres with Interlink Trade Services talked about the Supreme Court ruling on tariffs and what it means for the local economy. Teclo Garcia, CEO of the Mission Economic Development Corporation, gave us an economic update from Mission. McAllen City Manager Isaac Tawil talked about the record setting sales tax, plus the expected economic impact of a major project soon to the city. Jeremy Santoscoy Aviation Director at McAllen International Airport talked about the expansion proposal for the airport.
Ep 160We get an update from South Texas College, early voting begins for the primary elections, we get an economic update from Brownsville and how do we fix the construction worker shortage.
Dr. Rodney Rodriguez VP of South Texas College gave us an academic update from STC. Cameron County Elections Administrator Remi Garza and Hilda Salinas Hidalgo County Elections Administrator talked about polling locations and election hours for the March primary elections. Brownsville Mayor John Cowan gave us a Brownsville economic update. Local business owner Jeremy Smith talked about needing a change in how the U.S. Government is catching and deporting illegal immigrants.
Ep 159How does local regional collaboration create economic momentum, we look at a new plan to fight the New World Screwworm, what are the latest articles in the RGV Business Journal and Edinburg PD report no homicides in 2025.
Paco Sanchez, CEO of the Rio Grande Valley Partnership, talked about how regional collaboration is creating real economic momentum. Mike Risica with the Texas Cattle Feeders Association talked about a new plan to fight the New World Screwworm. Publisher of the RGV Business Journal Ramiro Garza talked about some of the latest news featured in the journal. Edinburg Police Chief Jaime Ayala talked about the department’s first responder drones being fully operational and the report of no homicides in 2025.
Ep 158Brownsville PUB is out with a 5-year improvement plan, what does the latest McAllen crime report say, we get an update from UTRGV, and we look at the growth of the UTRGV Business programs.
Mark Dombroski, assistant GM /COO Brownsville Public Utilities Board talks about a 5-year plan for service and tech improvements. McAllen Police Chief Victor Rodriguez talked about the annual McAllen Crime report. Dr. Guy Bailey, President of UTRGV gave us an update from the university. Dr. Giorgio Gotti and Dr. Christian Sobngwi talked about the major growth in the online business programs and advanced degrees at UTRGV.
Ep 157Could a passenger railroad corridor work in the RGV, we get an economic update from South Padre Island, we look at the labor shortage in the construction business, and how to deal with domestic violence through education.
Former Mission Mayor Armando Ocana talked about a proposed passenger rail corridor. Former SPI mayor Barry Patel gave us an economic update from South Padre Island. Johnny Vasquez with the RGV Builders Association recapped the meeting they had to discuss the labor shortage in the construction field. Judge Rudy Gonzalez talked about how we can deal with domestic violence through education.
Ep 156We get an economic update from Harlingen, we look at the RGV real estate market, how one organization is connecting students to career pathways, and with the growth of our population how will our water supply hold up.
Orlando Campos, CEO Harlingen Economic Development Corporation, gave us an economic update from Harlingen. Local Realtor Brian Reed gave us an update on the local real estate market. Maricela De Leon and Eloy Garza with RGV LEAD talked about connecting students to real-world career pathways. State Senator Adam Hinojosa talked about getting the water supply ready for a growing and expanding market.
Ep 155New adult career training available in Edinburg, The McAllen Chamber of Commerce celebrates it’s 100 Year Anniversary, how much water does a proposed data center need, and will we see more job opportunities in the near future.
Dr. Mario Salinas, Superintendent of Edinburg schools talked about the new adult career and technology training available in Edinburg. Elizabeth Suarez, CEO McAllen Chamber of Commerce, talks about their 100-year celebration. Water advocate Sonny Hinojosa talked about how much water a proposed Mid Valley data center would use. Gilbert Salinas with the Greater Brownsville Incentive Corporation talked about the job opportunities coming soon with our areas impressive job training capabilities.
Ep 154We look at the strength of South Texas manufacturing, how bad will the flu season be, how has the water shortage affected local produce, and we look at the massive oil reserves in Venezuela.
Adam Gonzalez, CEO of COSTEP talked about South Texas manufacturing strength and how local schools are preparing the next generation of workforce. Hidalgo County Health Authority Dr. Ivan Melendez talked about the importance of getting a flu vaccine. Dante Galeazzi, CEO Texas International Produce Association talked about how the recent rainfall is impacting local farms, crop conditions, and what it means for agriculture across the RGV in the months ahead. Economist Tim Snyder talked about Venezuela’s massive oil reserves and why they still matter in today’s global energy landscape.
Ep 153Local pharmacies trying to correct a major mistake from a pharmacy benefits manager, we at the local commercial and residential real estate inventory, we take a closer look at the job training and up-skill opportunities in the RGV.
Danny Vela from Lee’s Pharmacy talks about correcting a mistake from a pharmacy benefits manager. Local realtor Dale Davis talks about the local commercial and residential real estate market. Julian Alvarez, former Texas workforce commissioner, talks about many job training and up-skill opportunities in the RGV. Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock talks about claiming unclaimed property in Texas.
Ep 152How did custom brokers do this year and what to look for in 2026, we look at Harlingen’s vision for growth, what are some of the things Texas is working on for 2026 and Rio Plex Industry reviews 2025 successes and goals for 2026.
Customs broker Jorge Torres breaks down the biggest takeaways from this year and what’s next as the RGV gears up for a stronger, faster, more connected 2026. Harlingen EDC’s Orlando Campos breaks down what’s on the horizon and how the city is turning vision into reality. Governor Greg Abbott lays out the wins, the challenges, and the blueprint for a stronger Texas heading into 2026. Astrid Salazar with RioPlex industry talks about recruitment initiative reviews 2025 successes and 2026 goals to bring more jobs to the region.
Ep 151We get an economic update from Brownsville, we look at dementia research happening here in the RGV, what’s next for the McAllen “entertainment” district, and we get a year-end recap from Rio Plex.
Gilbert Salinas with the Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation gives us an economic update form Brownsville. Dr. Gladys Maestre talked about how new funding, science, and community programs are reshaping the future of dementia care here in the RGV. McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos breaks down what’s next for the 17th Street Entertainment District—its future, its challenges, and its role in McAllen’s growth. End-of-Year Insights: CIL Capital President Joaquin Spamer on What’s Next for Rio Plex.
Ep 150We get an economic update from South Padre Island and Alamo, how goes the effort to recruit industry to the RGV and what can be done to address the water shortage to recruit business and manufacturing.
South Padre Island Mayor Patrick McNulty gave us an economic update from SPI. Industrialist Joaquin Spamer talked about the effort to bring industry to the RGV. Mark Dombroski with Brownsville PUB talked about the water issues in an effort to lure more industry to the RGV. Alamo Mayor J.R. Garza gave us an economic update from Alamo
Ep 149The US Supreme Court reviews President Trump’s use of tariffs, its vaccine season what shots should you get, Tx Dot reveals the two proposed sites for a 2nd causeway to the SPI, and we get an update on illegal immigration along our border.
Local customs expert Jorge Torres weighs in on President Trump’s emergency use of tariffs now under review by the U.S. Supreme Court. Pharmacist Danny Vela with Lee’s Pharmacy talked about which shots to get during the vaccine season. Tx. Dot Engineer Pete Alvarez talked about Tx. Dot revealing the two proposed sites for a 2nd causeway to SPI. Chris Cabrerra with the local border patrol union gave us an update from the front lines of the border.
Ep 148We get the latest on the Mexican water treaty, where are gas prices heading, where would a 2nd causeway to SPI be located, and how is the local citrus industry doing.
Local water advocate Sonny Hinojosa talked about latest news in the US-Mexico water treaty. Economist Tim Snyder talked gas prices and where they’re headed. TX-DOT engineer Pete Alvarez talked about a second causeway options to South Padre Island. Dale Murden, President Texas Citrus Mutual talked about citrus harvest numbers and linking Mexico's water debt to the USMCA.
Ep 147We celebrate the produce week in the RGV, UTRGV debuts a new cancer center, what are some of the biggest priorities in the region, and McAllen is redeveloping and old reservoir.
Dante Galeazzi, President with the Texas International Produce Association talked about Produce Week in the RGV. UTRGV President Dr. Guy Bailey talked about the new cancer center and some Vaquero football. Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez shares insights on the region’s biggest priorities and what’s next for the RGV’s growth McAllen Mayor Villalobos talks about McAllen taking bids to repurpose the old reservoir into a major development.
Ep 146We get a post legislative session update, McAllen eyes more Mexican Tourists, we get an update from the Brownsville/SPI update and Hidalgo County unveils their vision.
State Rep. Terry Canales gives us a post legislative session update. McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos talks about luring more Mexican Tourists. Faisal Khalifa , Brownsville/SPI Airport Assistant Director talked about why the airport is experiencing a flood of private jet visits plus how will an $18 million federal grant be used? Edinburg mayor Ramiro Garza talked about Hidalgo County unveiling its vision—Plus More Parking for the new courthouse
Ep 145New industrial park in Brownsville will host a massive public safety complex and will serve as a magnet for industry and we’ll talk about the New World screwworm found in cattle near the U.S. border.
Industrialist Joaquin Spamer, Gilbert Salinas, Executive director of the Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation, and Brownsville Mayor John Cowen talked about a new industrial park in Brownsville that will host a massive public safety complex and serve as a magnet for industry. Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller talked about the New World screwworm how it might affect the Texas Cattle industry.
Ep 144Hidalgo County Health providing a new service to residents, we look at the RGV economy through the eyes of UTRGV, we get an economic update from Mission, and we talk to the muralist who painted the Charlie Kirk mural in Edinburg.
Darien Rangel new Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Director talked about partnering with OnMed to provide free primary care services to residents. Dr. Salvador Contreras with the UTRGV School of Business talked about the study of economics from the UTRGV perspective. Teclo Garcia, CEO of Mission Economic Development Corporation gave us an economic update from Mission. Muralist Alex Gregoria (popc_ulture) talked about painting a mural of Charlie Kirk in Edinburg.
Ep 143City of McAllen Revokes Permits for some downtown bars, we look at the economy and job opportunities in Texas and the Rio Grande Valley, we get an update from South Texas College and get an economic update from Cameron County.
McAllen City Manager Issac Tawil talked about the city revoking permits for some downtown bars.Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock talked about the economy and job opportunities in Texas and the RGV. Dr. Rodney Rodriguez, VP at South Texas College talked about the many programs available at STC. Cameron County Judge Eddie Trevino gave us an update form Cameron County.
Ep 142We get an update from the Port of Harlingen, how is the local real estate market doing, we get an update from Driscoll Children’s Hospital RGV and get an update on the Mexican water debt plus reservoir levels.
Walker Smith, Executive Director at the Port of Harlingen Authority gave us an update on the Port of Harlingen. Local realtor Brian Reed gave us a local realty update. Matt Wolthoff President, Driscoll Children's Hospital gave us an update from the hospital. Local water advocate Sonny Hinojosa gave us an update on the Mexican water debt and how the reservoir levels look.
Ep 141Many school districts return to school with new rules in effect, we get a Brownsville and Weslaco economic update, and an industry recruitment update from RioPlex.
Dr Mario Salinas, Superintendent of Edinburg schools talked the first of day of school and the new rules from Texas. Gilbert Salinas CEO Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation gave us a Brownsville economic update. Industrialist Joaquin Spamer from RioPlex talked about the effort to attract more companies to the RGV. Steven Valdez, Executive Director of the Weslaco Economic Development Corporation talked about the economic boom in Weslaco.
Ep 140CAMP University helping high school graduates with intellectual delays, efforts to capture construction projects for local businesses, what does the border transportation master plan look like, and the Hidalgo County Jail needs more space
Pam Voss, Executive Director, C.A.M.P. University talked about how they help high school graduates with intellectual delays. CAMP stands for Can Achieve Maximum Potential. Engineer Jose Delgado talked about uniting efforts to capture construction projects for local businesses. Teclo Garcia, CEO of the Mission Economic Development Corporation talked about the Border Transportation Master Plan and the latest numbers from Anzaldua’s International Bridge. Hidalgo County Sheriff Eddie Guerra talked about need for more beds space to house overcrowding inmates
Ep 139Texas Works announces a new RGV campus, we get an update the Edinburg construction and industrial park activity, a new strategic plan for Brownsville and Alton police is asking for your help to fight crime.
With Texas Works, Campus Director Edgar Martinez and State wide superintendent Elizabeth Camarena, talked about how RGV adults 18-50 can train for a new career, tuition free. Edinburg Mayor Ramiro Garza talks about Edinburg construction and industrial park activity plus the positive impact from division one football soon to start at UTRGV. Cori Pena President and CEO of the Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation talked about the 5 point plan to compliment the present business and population growth. Alton police chief Mark Perez talks about asking home and business owners to join its security camera registry.
Ep 138New opportunities for RGV Students at the Texas A&M Higher Education Center at McAllen, Idea Public Schools ramping up for another school year, Update on new industry arriving at Brownsville, and prioritizing regional road construction projects
Ernie Aliseda, newly appointed COO at the Higher Education Center at McAllen talks about the many opportunities offered to local students. Jill Dominguez, Superintendent at IDEA public schools talked about getting ready for the start of the new school year. Gilbert Salinas, Ex. Director and CEO of the Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation talked new industry arriving in Brownsville. Robert Lozano, Presiding Officer with the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority talked about prioritizing regional road construction projects.
Ep 137Has Mexico been paying their water debt, we get an economic update from Donna, how will tariffs on tomatoes affect the RGV, and Edinburg has a new police academy.
Local water advocate Sonny Hinojosa gave us a status report on Mexico water payment and an update US water levels at the reservoir. Donna Mayor David Moreno, April Castaneda Economic Development Director and Donna City Manager Jorge Pena with economic update from Donna Dante Galeazzi, President of the Texas International Produce Association talked about new tariffs on tomatoes. Edinburg Police Chief Jaime Ayala talked about the city of Edinburg’s new police academy, and he touched on some crime statistics from Edinburg.