February 2024
Enhancing Education and Workforce in South Texas: $2.4 Million Allocation
South Texas - The Regional South Texas Education and Community Development Foundation (RSTEF) has allocated $2.4 million through various programs aime...
February 2024
Empowering South Texas: McAllen EDC Enhances Industrial Workforce
McAllen, Texas - In a bid to ensure that the emerging professionals in South Texas acquire the necessary knowledge and skills demanded by industries, ...
January 2024
Harlingen Soars: Direct Flights Linking Texas to Chicago and Denver
Valley International Airport (VIA) in Harlingen, Texas, is set to introduce two new direct flights to the cities of Chicago and Denver through partner...
January 2024
Strategic Advantages on Display: Brownsville Port Shines in Puebla, Mexico
Port of Brownsville Showcases Cutting-Edge Advantages at 2024 Transportation and Logistics Suppliers Expo in Puebla, MexicoThe Port of Brownsville, Te...
January 2024
Weslaco EDC Unveils $18 Million Mid Valley Industrial Park
Weslaco, Texas – With an investment exceeding $18 million, the Weslaco Economic Development Corporation (Weslaco EDC) proudly inaugurated the state-...
January 2024
Edinburg, Texas Offers 50% Banking Incentives to Industrial Developers
In a bid to bolster economic development, Edinburg, Texas has announced a strengthened incentive program for industrial developers in 2024. The city i...
January 2024
In February, McAllen, Texas, will have a direct flight to Mexico City
Starting February, McAllen International Airport, Texas, will offer a daily direct flight to Mexico City through Aeroméxico, utilizing the Felipe Án...
January 2024
McAllen Economic Development Corporation (McAllen EDC) Introduces New Director of Workforce Development
The McAllen Economic Development Corporation (McAllen EDC) introduced its new Director of Workforce Development, Josh Vasquez, who joins the team with...
January 2024
Development Unveils New Class A Industrial Building in Pharr, Texas
The Economic Development Corporation in Pharr, Texas (Pharr EDC) has marked the commencement of construction on a new Class A industrial building, poi...
January 2024
COSTEP's achievements in the 2024 Texas India Business Mission
The 2024 Texas India Business Mission concluded its third and fourth days with notable achievements and promising collaborations. The Texas delegation...
January 2024
Costep Promotes Investments for South Texas from Delhi, India
From the city of Delhi in India, the Council for Economic Progress of South Texas (Costep) continues to promote investments and new businesses for the...
January 2024
Pharr, Texas Mayor Spotlights Progress on Pharr International Bridge Expansion
Pharr International Bridge Expansion Boosts Cross-Border Trade EfficienciesIn his latest "State of the City" address, Mayor Ambrosio Hernández highli...
January 2024
Costep is actively promoting new investments for South Texas from India
The South Texas Economic Progress Council (Costep) is actively participating in the business mission "Namaste India!" taking place in the cities of Mu...
January 2024
McAllen, Texas Leads Employment Rate in South Texas.
The city of McAllen, Texas concluded 2023 with the lowest unemployment rate in South Texas.The South Texas Manufacturers Association (STMA), through s...
January 2024
GBIC Announces Economic Incentives Agreement for Small and Medium Businesses in Brownsville
Brownsville, Texas - In an effort to boost economic growth in South Texas, the Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation (GBIC) has unveiled a new ec...
January 2024
McAllen, Texas Sets the Standard with Top Employment Rate in South Texas
McAllen, Texas, has capped off 2023 with the lowest unemployment rate in South Texas, boasting a remarkable 3.8% in November, as reported by the South...
January 2024
First companies to arrive at Rooselvelt Industrial Park in Harlingen, Texas
The Economic Development Corporation in Harlingen, Texas (EDC), is in negotiations to secure the first projects within the new industrial park "Roosel...
January 2024
Pharr International Bridge Registers Over $38.8 Billion in Trade During 2023
More than $38.8 billion was accumulated in commercial activities by the Pharr International Bridge from January to October 2023. Through imports, the...
December 2023
$25 Millions to Be Invested in New Hotels in Mission, Texas
The accommodation offer in the city of Mission, Texas, will increase by 36% by 2024 with the opening of two new hotels through the Ocean Gate Hospital...
December 2023
Harlingen, Texas, will have a new Industrial Park
In 2024, it will be a year of significant growth and economic development for the city of Harlingen, Texas, with the introduction of the new "Rooselve...