The Rio Grande Valley has increasingly developed and opened nature and wildlife parks that draw eco-tourists from around the country in their search for native and migrating birds. Many wildlife enthusiasts recognize the Valley as the top birding spot in the United States. The uniqueness of the region as a premier wildlife area is something many of the region’s parks and community birding centers are working to convey to local…
The RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosts the 2022 Women of Distinction Awards Dinner at the Mission Event Center on June 15. This event is a celebration of women who have excelled throughout their careers while also being involved in community building. Categories are Health, Education, Government, Entrepreneur, Professional, Rising Star, Arts and Entertainment, Humanitarian, and Military. Tickets are $50. Reserved tables of eight are $600. Tickets are available online…
Killam Development of Laredo broke ground recently on a 175-acre business park at Anzalduas International Bridge that is part of a 3,400-acre project south of Mission. Cliffe Killam, the president of the development company, was among the dignitaries and community leaders at a May 2 groundbreaking. It marked the official beginning of an industrial park that hopes to attract manufacturing, logistics, cold storage and distribution facilities to the Sharyland Business…
The Mission Citrus Golf Classic 2022 takes place May 6, benefiting the Mission CISD Education Fund. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. with an 8:30 a.m. tee-off. Registration is $500 for a team of three and includes course fees, golf cart, gift bags, breakfast and lunch. To pre-register or for sponsorship information, call 956-585-2727 or email vicepresident@missionchamber.com. Registration is also available online.
Cassy Rodriguez had what she called “the best job ever” as a driver for pre-production Ford trucks displayed at car shows and big entertainment venues featuring stars and celebrities. The job paid well, too, but the Mission native was spending weeks at a time away from home. It was a huge sacrifice for the mother of three young children. The tours to promote a new F-150 model or a Ranger…
The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce hosts its Member Spotlight Mixer April 7, honoring the expansion of Cano Logistics LLC.
Join the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce March 30 for a Lunch and Learn session on business tax compliance. Business tax compliance requires, like individuals, for all businesses to pay taxes on the money that they report as income each year. Determining business income and expenses can be complicated, so it is important for small business owners to have a basic understanding of tax requirements. This session and lunch are…
Join the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce March 3 from 5-7 p.m. at the Cimarron Country Club for an opportunity to network within the business community. To RSVP, email amanda@missionchamber.com.
The City of Mission every February hosts a Winter Texan Fiesta to show its appreciation for tourists who are often seen more as local residents than visitors. Winter Texans have been mainstays in the Rio Grande Valley economy for decades. Mission perhaps more than any other Valley city has a reputation for catering to its winter visitors. It has more RV parks than other Valley cities. The Greater Mission Chamber…
It was around 4 a.m. Nov. 14. Army veteran Juan Gonzalez and his wife Ana woke up with barely enough time to exit their home of 49 years that had been engulfed in flames. In reeling in the tragedy, the Donna family has also found hope. The community and the South Texas Builders Alliance are helping them rebuild from their ashes. But rebuilding is no small feat, so the organization…