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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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. 

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.