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$1 Billion Seawater Desalination Plant Could Supply Water Across the Entire Rio Grande Valley
RGV-Desal LLC — a partnership between Houston-based U.S. Desalination and Israeli firm IDE Technologies — is eyeing South Padre Island for a $1B plant that would pipe desalinated water through a valley-wide grid. A major infrastructure story that could reshape the region's future.
Get updates on this story →Stanley Black & Decker Adds 88 Jobs with $4M Mission Plant Expansion
Stanley Black & Decker will invest $4M to expand its manufacturing facility in Mission, adding a new assembly line and 88 full-time jobs while retaining 150 existing workers.
Read more →RGV Startup Week Launches April 24 — Free Keynote, Pitch Fest & 120+ Hours of Events
Startup Week runs April 24 – May 1. Keynote: Ramón Soler of Dr. Simi USA on April 27 at the eBridge Center, FREE. Startup Texas Pitch Fest on April 29. RSVP now at rgvstartup.com.
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Get News Alerts →$1 Billion Desalination Plant Eyed for South Padre Island — Water for All of RGV
RGV-Desal LLC, a partnership between Houston-based U.S. Desalination and Israeli company IDE Technologies, is eyeing South Padre Island for a $1B plant that would pipe desalinated water valley-wide through a new pipeline grid.
RGV Startup Week Launches April 24 — Keynote, Pitch Fest & 120+ Free Hours
Startup Week runs April 24 through May 1 at the eBridge Center and across the Valley. Keynote: Ramón Soler of Dr. Simi USA, April 27 at 3:30 PM, free and open to the public. Startup Texas Pitch Fest is April 29.
Mitte in Motion: 4th Annual Dynamic Arts Festival — Dean Porter Park, April 25
Brownsville's 4th Annual Mitte in Motion arts festival returns to Dean Porter Park on April 25, celebrating local creativity, culture, and community connection. Free and family-friendly with local artists, performers, and vendors.
Celebración Día del Niño — Free Family Event at Brownsville Sports Park, April 26
The City of Brownsville hosts its Día del Niño celebration on Sunday, April 26 at 4:00 PM at Brownsville Sports Park. Free, family-friendly event with activities, entertainment, and community resources for children and families.
America First Refinery at Port of Brownsville — Groundbreaking Expected This Month
Fluor Corporation's engineering contract for the America First Refining facility is active at the Port of Brownsville. A groundbreaking is expected in April 2026, marking the first new U.S. oil refinery in nearly half a century.
5th Annual Sunshine Haven Golf Tournament — April 25
The 5th Annual Sunshine Haven Golf Tournament takes place April 25 in Brownsville, benefiting local community programs. A great opportunity for networking and supporting a good cause in Cameron County.
Harlingen CISD to Close Two Elementary Schools Due to Low Enrollment
Harlingen CISD announced plans this week to close two elementary schools as the district faces declining enrollment numbers. Officials say resources will be consolidated to improve programs at remaining campuses. Affected families have been notified.
Harlingen On Track to Be First RGV City to Regulate New Data Centers
City commissioners voted unanimously to begin a limited data center moratorium lasting up to 120 days. Two public hearings will be held in May and June as the city studies infrastructure impact and drafts new regulations on development.
RGV Construction Projects to Watch in 2026 — Harlingen Among Active Build Sites
The RGV Business Journal reports that Harlingen is among the Valley's most active construction markets in 2026, with projects spanning healthcare, industrial, and education sectors driving significant local employment and investment.
TSTC Harlingen Opens Fall Enrollment for New Manufacturing and Electrical Programs
Texas State Technical College's Harlingen campus launches two new trade programs this fall — advanced manufacturing and electrical construction. Enrollment is open now, offering a direct path to high-demand careers in the RGV's growing industrial base.
Harlingen Blocks Ethanol Transfer Project Over Safety and Neighborhood Concerns
Commissioners voted 5–1 to deny a special use permit for a project that would have transferred 27 million gallons of ethanol annually from freight rail to tractor-trailers. Mayor Norma Sepulveda led opposition citing safety and traffic impact on neighborhoods.
Explore Harlingen Magazine April 2026 — $25K Scholarship, Restaurant Spotlight & More
The April issue of Explore Harlingen Magazine highlights a local Chick-fil-A employee awarded a $25,000 scholarship, a restaurant spotlight, the community events calendar, artist of the month, and local nonprofits making a difference in Cameron County.
Stanley Black & Decker Investing $4M in Mission Plant — 88 New Jobs Added
Stanley Black & Decker will invest more than $4 million to expand its manufacturing facility in Mission, adding a new assembly line, increasing production capacity, and creating 88 full-time jobs while retaining 150 existing positions in the RGV.
6,000+ Students Attend Higher-Ed Expo in Reynosa as RGV Competes for Skilled Workers
More than 6,000 students attended a higher education and career expo in Reynosa this week as universities, employers, and students race to adapt to a more competitive, skills-driven economy across the RGV and across the border.
Texas Association of Museums Annual Conference Comes to McAllen
McAllen is hosting the Texas Association of Museums annual conference, described as the largest museum conference in the state. The event brings museum professionals from across Texas together for networking, programming, and sessions on community engagement.
Nordstrom Rack Confirms New McAllen Location — Opening Fall 2026
Nordstrom Rack is opening a new McAllen location before the end of 2026, adding a major retail anchor to the city's growing commercial corridor and creating hundreds of local jobs. McAllen continues to attract national retail brands at a strong pace.
McAllen District 5 Special Election Forum — April 21 at DoubleTree Hotel
The McAllen Citizens League hosts a candidates forum for the City Commission District 5 Special Election on April 21 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the DoubleTree Hotel. All McAllen residents are encouraged to attend and ask questions.
RGV Outpacing Texas in Job Growth for Third Quarter Running — McAllen Leads
The Rio Grande Valley added jobs faster than any other Texas metro for the third quarter in a row per the Texas Workforce Commission. Healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics drove the gains, with McAllen at the center of the region's economic momentum.
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