Edinburg, TX (KRGV) — The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation announced a $2.5 million partnership with 5x5 Brewing Co. to reopen a veteran-owned taproom in Edinburg as part of “Project 25,” according to a news release.

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — City officials announced Monday that they will build a new $2.5 million facility for 5x5 Brewing Co. in Edinburg. The facility will include a brew room, dining area, taproom and bar and outdoor patio. The facility is expected to bring 20 primary jobs. RELATED: 5x5 Brewing Co. continues partnership with LNF [...]

Project 25 will begin construction in Edinburg of an 8,000-square-foot building in December 2026, with opening slated for fall 2027. With a total investment of $2.5 million — $1.7 million from the EEDC and more than $700,000 private — 20 jobs will be created and 5x5 Brewing Co. will lease the space for a craft brewery, restaurant, bar, tasting room and patio, according to Mayor Omar Ochoa.

City officials and co‑founder Sean Downey announced the reopening of 5×5 Brewing Co. in Edinburg, with a new 8,000‑square‑foot facility near UTRGV backed by a $2.5 million investment. The brewery will feature an indoor tap room, kitchen, outdoor concert area and expanded production, aiming to serve the local community and veteran population.

McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of Starbase paid City Clerk Gretchen Norton more than $30,000 in September, when she abruptly resigned. Starbase accepted Norton’s resignation on Sept. 4 and paid her $31,250 to waive any claims against the city. “Gretchen played an important role in getting the City of Starbase off the ground and [...]

South Padre Island officials broke ground Friday on the Paul Jibber Terheggan Wind and Water Sports Park, a $2.3 million project that includes a raised access road, two elevated parking areas and gear‑drop zones for riders. Council Member Joe Ricco said the city hopes to open the park by April, though inclement weather could delay the schedule.

On Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, job seekers filled the Brownsville Events Center for the Careers and Coffee expo, which hosted more than 75 employers. Organizers said about 3,500 people pre‑registered and roughly 1,200 checked in before noon, with recruiters from SpaceX and Snelling among the attendees. The fair was promoted by Greater Brownsville Economic Development Corp. marketing specialist Eryka Rodriguez as a chance to find good‑paying jobs.

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of Brownsville teamed up with the Greater Brownsville Economic Development Corporation for its "Careers and Coffee Job Expo" on Thursday. The free event took place at the Brownsville Events Center, where hundreds of job seekers attended in-person interviews and received networking opportunities, resume assistance, and free professional headshots. Priscilla [...]

This Thursday, October 22, more than 10,000 opportunities and free resources: resume assistance, interview coaching, and professional photos.

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In today's episode of Tea Time, Host Elette Garza sits down with Anchor Alexia Serrata and Forecaster Taylor Gomez to talk about the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. The trio dives into the opening acts of the event, influencers, models, casting, performances and the latest tea on Kylie Jenner. Tea Time is [...]

County Administrator Pete Sepulveda Jr. told Cameron County commissioners that the bridge system posted about a $2.8 million revenue increase for July‑September 2026, leaving roughly $1.9 million as surplus. The Free Trade International Bridge at Los Indios generated nearly $1.7 million with about 157,000 crossings, and commercial trucking traffic now averages 400‑500 trucks per day, prompting a $9.2 million federal grant for a new truck‑parking lot.

The Mission Economic Development Corporation announced Monday that it has hired Altiva Management Group of Edinburg to run a search for a permanent chief executive officer. Applications open through Nov. 18, with a selection expected in January and the new CEO starting in March; the position offers a salary between $165,000 and $190,000 and oversees an $8.2 million annual budget for the city of about 89,000 residents.

Union Water Supply Corporation in Starr County secured a $781,000 federal grant to construct a new river intake and pumping system after low river levels threatened local water supplies.

The writer recounts an afternoon visit to Mariscos Lauro Villar, where the dining room was full and the staff served a menu of botanas, ensaladas, soups, cocktails and various seafood dishes. After scanning the options, the author chose the fried calamari as the sole entrée, noting its appeal among the many offerings. The account highlights that the restaurant offers fried calamari on its menu this afternoon.

The city of Mercedes hired Altiva Management Group of Edinburg to run the search for its next city manager, who oversees 163 employees and a $29.6 million budget. Applications are open until Nov. 13; interviews start in January and the new manager is expected to begin in late February, inheriting water and wastewater projects, street upgrades, park facilities and a retail center opening on Interstate 2.

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) - The city of Brownsville is teaming up with the Greater Brownsville Economic Development Corporation to host the 2026 Annual Careers and Coffee Job Expo. The event will feature more than 10,000 job opportunities from SpaceX to Spectrum ready to perform on-site interviews. There will also be opportunities for networking, resume assistance, and free [...]

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The Federal Aviation Administration has begun a public review of SpaceX’s proposal to raise the Boca Chica launch site’s annual limit from 25 to as many as 456 launches and from 50 to 912 landings. The notice, released Wednesday, starts a scoping period and will include in‑person meetings at 1 p.m. Residents such as South Padre Island’s Tommy Saenz worry the increase could mean more frequent closures of Boca Chica Beach.

First Stop Bagels opened a few weeks ago at 4113 South Sugar Road, introducing New York‑style hand‑rolled bagels to the Rio Grande Valley. Owners Jesus Alvarado and Melissa Blanco, who learned the craft at the New York Bagelfest, say the shop will give locals a fresh alternative to the region’s beloved breakfast tacos.

Garver Engineering, a civil‑engineering firm, is opening a $5 million, 25,000‑square‑foot office on the southeast corner of Ed Carey Drive and Hale Avenue in Harlingen, moving from its previous location at 1906 E. Tyler Ave. The firm expects to increase its Harlingen payroll from 49 to about 100 employees within five years, adding 50 new jobs, and Mayor Norma Sepulveda said the project will boost the economy and support the Rio Grande Valley.

Harlingen’s Economic Development Corporation announced Tuesday that a $97 million, five‑year‑planned project will convert a 71‑acre parcel in the medical district into a mixed‑use ‘live‑work‑play’ community with homes, offices, retail and restaurants. About $9 million in bonds will finance roughly $15 million for streets and utilities, a detail expected to increase property and sales tax revenue while adding new dining and shopping options for locals.