McAllen’s commercial corridor did not stretch much further north than Dove Avenue in the early 1980s. Flash forward to the present and the city’s north-bound landscape has been transformed. What was once far north McAllen is now a restaurant and shopping mecca. Developer Shavi Mahtani’s plans will add to making the area north of 10th Street and Trenton Road a place where families and friends will meet to shop and…
Elizabeth Suarez’s deep years of experience in city government and community affairs made her the ideal and perhaps only candidate for a newly formed leadership position in the city of McAllen. In mid-January, Suarez became the president and chief executive officer of the McAllen Economic Development Corporation. It’s the same title she was holding in leading the McAllen Chamber of Commerce. To put two vital legacy organizations under one leader…
The McAllen Chamber of Commerce hosts its March session of Latina Hope on March 5. The competitive pitch program facilitates training, networking and micro business development for Spanish-speaking women. The program offers business workshops, as well as specialized skill training in making candles, cards, jewelry, soaps, toys and wreaths. Latina Hope also offers classes in knitting/crocheting, quilting, sewing and alterations. After attending the training, participants are given the opportunity to…
Join the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce on March 3 for its signature event, the Manic Monday Mixer. The networking experience is tailored for business owners and professionals looking to expand their horizons in the vibrant community of the Rio Grande Valley. Business owners will come together to mingle, foster new connections and cultivate meaningful business leads. Hosted by the RGV Hispanic Chamber, this monthly event has become…
The City of McAllen has shattered its all-time sales tax record, receiving an unprecedented $11.9 million in February’s sales tax allocation for the same month of December (2024 vs 2023). This is a 12.3 percent increase over last year’s collection for the same period. The milestone surpasses the previous high of $10.6 million collected last year. “McAllen’s long-term strategy of becoming a destination city, encouraging booming residential and commercial development, facilitating international…
The City of McAllen Passport Division will be open on Feb. 22 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at its facility in the McAllen Downtown Parking Garage at 221 South 15th Street. Applicants must be present and must provide a valid photo identification with a signature and proof of citizenship, such as a certified birth certificate or certificate of naturalization. All documents must be originals. Passport fees must be paid…
McAllen International Airport achieved a historic milestone for commercial air service in the Rio Grande Valley in 2024 with more than 1.2 million travelers. This achievement marks a 25 percent increase in year-over-year total passengers. “Thanks to McAllen International Airport’s expanding air service, reaching 1.2 million flyers marks one of the many achievements for McAllen in 2024,” said City of McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos, “Non-stop service to key domestic and…
More than five years in the making, South Texas College Digital Learning has become the only online program in the state of Texas to earn an “Exemplary Program” designation indicating the highest level of achievement for all its online courses. The designation awarded by Quality Matters, an international leader for quality assurance in online and digital environments, came about through a college-wide effort where STC met rigorous standards of online…
South Texas Health System Heart presents Heroes with a Heart 5K Run/Walk on Feb. 22 to promote heart healthy behavior. The event includes custom finisher medals and age group awards. Register online.
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce on Feb. 12 for its monthly installment of 1 Million Cups. The local monthly offering is part of a free, national program designed to educate, engage and connect entrepreneurs. This program encourages entrepreneurs to discover solutions and network while sharing over a million cups of coffee.