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McAllen Strengthens Animal Welfare Efforts to Tackle Pet Overpopulation
The City of McAllen is intensifying its efforts to address pet overpopulation through stronger partnerships, expanded services, and renewed public education initiatives.
McAllen’s New Development Code Paves the Way for Smart Growth and Urban Renewal
The City of McAllen has completed a comprehensive update to its Unified Development Code (UDC), a major step toward modernizing how the city manages growth, zoning, and redevelopment.
McAllen Doubles Down on Recreation: Sports, Nature, and Culture as Economic Engines
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Anzalduas International Bridge Expansion to Transform Regional Freight Movement
The upcoming expansion of the Anzalduas International Bridge to accommodate full commercial cargo operations will redefine trade and transportation across the Rio Grande Valley.
Experience the Magic: McAllen Holiday Parade This Saturday, Dec. 6th
The holiday season is here, and the McAllen Holiday Parade is the perfect way to celebrate. Join us on Saturday, December 6th, as the parade kicks off at 6:00 p.m.
City of Edinburg’s Miracle on McIntyre, Dec. 4th & 5th
The City of Edinburg is welcoming the holiday season again with the Miracle on McIntyre celebration, a two-day festive extravaganza that will bring the community together for a series of holiday events sure to spread joy and Christmas cheer.
The Supreme Court Takes Up Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order
On December 5, 2025, the Supreme Court agreed to review the constitutionality of President Donald Trump’s executive order, which directs federal agencies to deny automatic U.S. citizenship to children born in the United States if neither parent is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
What a USMCA Exit Could Mean for the Border Economy
U.S.–Mexico trade is facing a new wave of uncertainty after a Dec. 4 Reuters report noted that U.S. President Donald Trump “could decide next year to withdraw from the United States-Mexico-Canada trade agreement (USMCA),” according to comments made to Politico by U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.
Hidalgo County Sheriff & Precinct 4 Host Toy Giveaway Dec. 17th
The Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office and Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Commissioner Ellie Torres are excited to announce a collaborative Toy Giveaway and Holiday Celebration taking place on Wednesday, December 17th, from 5 PM to 9 PM at the Precinct 4 Alfonso Flores All Star Park located at 107 Sunflower Rd. in Edinburg.
TRAFFIC ALERT- Sign Replacement Work on North Bound I-69C, Dec. 8th-11th
The replacement of multiple large overhead signs on northbound I-69C (US 281), from Sioux Road in Pharr to East Davis Road in Edinburg, will require lane and ramp closures, Monday, Dec. 8 through Thursday, Dec. 11.
























