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The Rio Grande PodcastS3.EP17 - ArnieTex: South Texas’ BBQ Legend Arnie SegoviaArnieTex is in the house! There’s nobody bigger in the BBQ world than the Valley’s own Arnie Segovia, and this week he’s hopping on the mic with us for some barbecue legend origins stories as he reflects on his incredible cookoff career and the culmination of his new cookbook. ArnieTex has amassed over 1 MILLION YouTube subscribers and 700K Instagram followers and has earned the loyalty of his fans who trust his Mexican-American cuisine expertise. Check out his social medias and try one of his hometown dishes! #ForTheValleyThanks for listening and don’t forget to subsc...2025-07-3042 min
The Rio Grande PodcastS3.EP14 - RGV Unpopular Opinions: The Valley Said What??Text us! Support the show2025-06-2526 min
The Rio Grande PodcastS3.EP13 - San Antonio (ISN’T) South Texas, Local Eats, & Valley ViewsThis week three friends sit back and discuss some RGV-focused topics: Is San Antonio considered South Texas? Favorite local food joint? How do we pronounce the “Grande” in Rio Grande Valley? Favorite music artist? Thanks for supporting the show and don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast on YouTube to help us grow and bring you more of the content you love ❤️ #ForTheValley #riograndevalleyText us! Support the show2025-06-1826 min
The Rio Grande PodcastS3.EP11 - Physical Exercise for the Mind with Aaron Trains, Personal TrainerMeet Aaron, a personal trainer who used rigorous physical exercise to help develop his own mental strength in the wake of anxiety and depression. There’s a lot of great reasons to get up and get moving - and mental wellness is at the top of the list. #rgv #956 #riograndevalley #mentalhealth #exercise Text us! Support the show2025-06-0532 min
The Rio Grande PodcastS3.EP10 - Unexplained RGV: Edinburg UFO Incident and More with Daniel Alan Jones and Lillian JimenezText us! Support the show2025-05-2943 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastEverything UTRGV's Dr. Mostafa Malki said on RGV StartUp Week panelBROWNSVILLE, Texas - Dr. Mostafa Malki is a professor at UT-Rio Grande Valley and executive director for business development at America’s Additive Foundry Center for Advanced Manufacturing Innovation and Cyber Systems. He is also the founder of Aaron Economic Consulting.Malki was a panelist for a discussion titled “Additive Manufacturing and Industrial Reshoring in the RGV.” The discussion, held at the eBridge Center for Business & Commercialization, part of RGV StartUp Week.During his remarks, Malki acknowledged he might offend some people when speaking about the importance of manufacturing over r...2025-05-2815 min
The Rio Grande PodcastS3.EP8.PT2 - La Villa Reál: 30 Years of Entertainment HISTORY, ContinuedThe story of the RGV’s rich history and culture is not complete without a look back at Mr. “Nano” Ramirez’s massive contributions to the music and entertainment scene in the Valley. He built the most thrilling entertainment venue the area had ever experienced: La Villa Real Events Center. Major artists like George Strait, Metallica, Selena Quintanilla, Motley Crue, Garth Brooks, Merle Haggard, Waylon Jennings, Megadeth, AC/DC, Linkin Park, Jerry Lee Luis, and Juan Gabriel have all performed at La Villa Real. How did THE VALLEY manage to book such major influential artists at the peak of t...2025-05-0831 min
The Rio Grande PodcastS3.EP8 - La Villa Reál: 30 Years of MASSIVE Entertainment in the Valley, Pt.1The story of the RGV’s rich history and culture is not complete without a look back at Mr. “Nano” Ramirez’s massive contributions to the music and entertainment scene in the Valley. He built the most thrilling entertainment venue the area had ever experienced: La Villa Real Events Center. Major artists like George Strait, Metallica, Selena Quintanilla, Motley Crue, Garth Brooks, Merle Haggard, Waylon Jennings, Megadeth, AC/DC, Linkin Park, Jerry Lee Luis, and Juan Gabriel have all performed at La Villa Real. How did THE VALLEY manage to book such major influential artists at the peak of t...2025-04-3032 min
The Rio Grande PodcastICYMI - Valley Drivers, Llanteros, and Why We Love the RGVThis week the podcast crew sits down to dissect the feedback on a recent RGV #Reddit post on reasons why we love the #956. Sit back and enjoy a fun conversation on the area you know so well - and hear Sam’s take on the whole ‘Valley Drivers’ situation. Thanks for subscribing to @TheRioGrandePodcast on YouTube and for following the show on social media! Have a great week everybody and don’t forget to smile! #ForTheValley #RGV #956 #LocalPodcast “ICYMI” is a series taking us back to previously released episodes from past seasons that gained traction on social media a...2025-04-1030 min
Border to Border with Rudy MirelesMaking Wishes Come True with Make-A-Wish RGVText me: You could make it on the show!April is World Wish Month, a time to celebrate the life-changing work of Make-A-Wish and the incredible impact they have on children battling critical illnesses. On today’s episode of Border to Border, we’re joined by Rebecca Gearhart, CEO of Make-A-Wish Rio Grande Valley, to talk about the power of a wish, the local families they’ve helped, and how we can all play a part in making dreams come true.We’ll also reflect on the inspiring story of four-year-old Justin Perez, who bravely fought a...2025-03-2021 min
The Rio Grande PodcastS3.EP3: Only-In-The-RGV?? Unraveling ‘Valleyisms’This week we go back and dissect the comments section of one of our TikTok posts, discovering things that are apparently Only-In-The-Valley with a guest from California for some insight and verification. How many things can you think of that are only in the 956? #ForTheValley Thanks for subscribing to the show on YouTube and for the incredible IG support! Don’t forget that Valley Homework. Have a great week and happy listening! #956 #rgv #southtexas #valleyText us! Support the show2025-03-0528 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastTIPA President Dante Galeazzi speaks at RGV Legislative Tour eventMISSION, Texas - Many of the state lawmakers that participate in next week’s Texas Water Day at the Capitol will likely know about the dire water crisis facing the Rio Grande Valley.Certainly those that traveled the region as part of the Rio Grande Valley Partnership’s recent 2025 RGV Legislative Tour will be aware.That is because they heard twice from Dante Galeazzi, president and CEO of the Texas International Produce Association. He spoke once during a panel discussion that focused on water availability challenges. That was held at the Center for Education & Economic Deve...2025-02-2709 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastBusinessman Alonzo Cantu addresses the RGV Broadband CoalitionWESLACO, Texas - Famed businessman Alonzo Cantu has thrown his support behind the work of the Rio Grande Valley Broadband Coalition. The RGVBC unveiled its RGV Broadband and Digital Opportunity Plan at the offices of the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council. The coalition noted that the Valley still lacks reliable internet access, holding the region back in a world that increasingly depends on digital tools. The coalition says its plan is a “bold initiative to ensure every home, business, and community anchor institution in the region has access to affordable, reliable high-speed internet.”Cant...2025-02-2602 min
The Rio Grande PodcastS3.EP1 - Wildlife Photography in the RGV with Manny MarquezAaand we’re back! Welcome to Week 1 of the THIRD season of @TheRioGrandePodcast! We’re starting this thing off by heading to the brush country at Santa Cruz Ranch with local wildlife photographer @peaceofwildlifetx Emmanuel Marquez to get a glimpse of his work in the RGV oasis that is our backyard wildlife scene. The Valley’s parks and refuges are full of breathtaking moments that are waiting to be captured, and Manny helps us get started in the hobby that has given him both peace and adventure right here at home. Don’t forget to watch @Area956’s content t...2025-02-1934 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastBrian Godinez previews Building the Valley - Uniting for RGV Regional Growth eventMCALLEN, TEXAS - The Institute for Leadership in Capital Projects (I-LinCP) is partnering with the Rio Grande Valley Partnership to present its inaugural program in the Rio Grande Valley.Building the Valley - Uniting for RGV Regional Growth will highlight the significant of organizations like the RGV Partnership and UT-Rio Grande Valley in shaping the region’s future. The program will also explore the opportunities in the region for AEC (architecture, engineering, and construction) and allied professionals. The event takes place Thursday, Feb. 13, between 11:00 and...2025-02-1205 min
Mikey On MuteEpisode 16 - Compassion RGVI interview the three high school students who make up Compassion RGV (Rio Grande Valley): Natalia, Alethia, and MJ. Compassion RGV is a project of enhancing mental health resources in Southern Texas. Their main goals are to shift how mental health is perceived, especially in the Hispanic community, as it is heavily undervalued. You can find them on Instagram and Tiktok at CompassionRGV and you can donate on Cash App at $CompassionRGV 2025-01-2930 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastEverything said at Futuro RGV's "RGV Water Solutions Forum"MCALLEN, Texas - Futuro RGV, a citizenry group dedicated to improving quality of life in the Rio Grande Valley, recently held an in-depth discussion of the region’s water crisis.The RGV Water Solutions Forum was held at Rio Bank’s corporate headquarters in McAllen.The panel discussing the water crisis consisted of former McAllen Mayor Jim Darling, former Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 Manager Sonny Hinojosa, and Mark Vega, general manager of McAllen Public Utility.Both Darling and Hinojosa are members of Region M Pl...2025-01-281h 29
The News Front PodcastHouse Buyers RGV Transforms Home Selling in Brownsville with Fast Cash OffersHouse Buyers RGV, a cash home buyer company, is happy to announce the launch of its efficient “Sell Your House Fast” service in Brownsville, Texas. The new service has been expertly designed to help homeowners sell their homes in an alternative way to the traditional route and without the worry of repairs, cleaning, open houses, closing costs, or real estate agent commissions.Dedicated to offering clients the quickest and easiest solution to sell their property, House Buyers RGV leverages its experience of the Brownsville real estate market to provide homeowners in a variety of difficult situations access to competitive cash offe...2025-01-0601 min
The Valley's Morning News RewindWe get an RGV economic update, how is the real estate market doing in the RGV, we look ahead to the RGV economy in 2025, we get an update from the Port of Brownsville, and we meet the new Cameron County Sherriff.Dan Silva, Preside/CEO Rio Grande Valley Partnership, gives us an update on the local economy.Local Realtor Bryan Reed gave us an update on the local real estate market. David Deanda, President of Lone Star National Bank gave us an economic update and a look to 2025.William Dietrich, Director of The Port of Brownsville gave us an update on the port. New Cameron County Sheriff Manuel Trevino talked about his vision for the Cameron County Sheriff’s department. 2025-01-0349 min
Entre Hermanos - El podcast de Río GrandeFrom the RGV Community for Christ! - with GabrielaGabriela shares her story with us today. She is from the RGV (Rio Grande Valley) community and is a good example of how Rio Grande Bible Ministries has had an effect on its home location. Many people over they years have come from the community to take classes for personal growth and enrichment, not necessarily a degree. Listen in a hear how God changes lives right here in the RGV!2024-11-2329 min
The Rio Grande PodcastThe Rio Grande Podcast: Season 2 RecapAnd just like that, Season 2 is all wrapped up! Thanks so much for supporting the show and a huge thank-you to all our guests for an awesome season and great conversations. We can’t wait to be back next season - things are going to look a whole lot different! Don’t forget to subscribe to @TheRioGrandePodcast on YouTube and social media and thanks for being a great Rio Grande Peep! #rgv #956 #mcallen #podcast Text us! Support the show2024-09-1239 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastEverything Paul Rodriguez when he was presented with a leadership award from Futuro RGVMCALLEN, Texas - Paul Rodriguez, a board trustee with South Texas College and CEO of Valley Land Title, Co., has praised the work of Futuro RGV. Rodriguez was presented with a Rio Grande Valley Leader award by Futuro recently. The event was held at the Radisson Airport Hotel in McAllen. After being presented with the award, Rodriguez gave remarks. Most of them were aimed at Futuro. “I think Futuro RGV is an incredible organization. For those of you that may not know or may not remember, it actua...2024-09-0910 minThe Rio Grande PodcastWelcome to The Rio Grande Valley!This week we’re going back to the basics and talking about what the RGV is all about and giving visitors some insight in the area known as Deep South Texas. Welcome to McAllen, and welcome to the Rio Grande Valley! #ForTheValley #McAllen #RGV #956 Text us! Support the show2024-09-0240 minThe Rio Grande PodcastThe Rio Grande Podcast: Valley Drivers, Llanteros and Why We Love The RGVThis week the podcast crew sits down to dissect the feedback on a recent RGV #Reddit post on reasons why we love the #956. Sit back and enjoy a fun conversation on the area you know so well - and hear Sam’s take on the whole ‘Valley Drivers’ situation. Thanks for subscribing to @TheRioGrandePodcast on YouTube and for following the show on social media! Have a great week everybody and don’t forget to smile! #ForTheValley #RGV #956 #LocalPodcast Text us! Support the show2024-08-2730 min
RGV Model Rocketry PodcastS4 E3 RGV Rocket ClubSend us a textA brief podcast about the RGV Rocket Club in the McAllen/Harlingen area of the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. For more information check out the website at:https://www.rgvrockets.orgRGV Rocket Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/804279504704564RGV Rocket Club Website: https://www.rgvrockets.org/2024-08-2605 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastHarmon: There is a sustained water crisis in the RGVSAN BENITO, Texas - Craig Harmon, general manager of Cameron County Irrigation District No. 2 and Cameron County Drainage District No. 3, recently had a private meeting with U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez. Also at the meeting were officials with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. In his power point presentation, Harmon did not hold back. He said he wanted to give the bottom line up front. So, the first slide said: 1. There is a sustained water crisis in the RGV.2. The water crisis is destroying the RGV agricultu...2024-08-2345 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastEverything Matt Wolthoff said at the official opening of Driscoll Children's Hospital-RGVEDINBURG, Texas - The president of Driscoll Children’s Hospital-Rio Grande Valley says the future is bright for pediatric healthcare in the region. Matt Wolthoff spoke in depth about the services on offer at the new hospital at the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the facility. He said DCH-RGV is already planning to expand. “Most importantly, we will continue to grow and expand our pediatric subspecialty base here in the Valley and create more and more access to care for kids in pediatric specialties that we've not had access to in the past,”...2024-08-1907 min
Persistence in Adversity with Dr. AdamePodcast with Dr. Adame: Dr. Annabelle Palomo, RGV CollegeDr. Annabelle Palomo, a native of the Rio Grande Valley, boasts an impressive academic background, having obtained a bachelor's, master’s, and doctorate in education from the University of Texas Pan American. With 17 years of experience in various educational roles, including teacher, principal, and executive director, she eventually pursued her passion by establishing a post-secondary institute to enhance educational opportunities for local students.
In addition to founding Rio Grande Valley College (RGV College), where she serves as CEO, Dr. Palomo has made significant strides in the Nursing and Allied Health Fields. Starting with just five students in a Certified Nurse Ai...2024-08-0146 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastA discussion on how RioPlex fits in with the RGV Partnership and COSTEPHARLINGEN, Texas - There was an absorbing discussion at Harlingen Convention Center over whether the creation of RioPlex duplicates the work of the Rio Grande Valley Partnership and/or COSTEP.The discussion occurred in a Q&A session that followed a keynote address by businessman and consultant Rolando Pablos. The event was co-hosted by the CEO Group and the Prosperity Task Force.Pablos wrote the business plan for BorderPlex, an economic development group covering the El Paso, Ciudad Juárez, and Santa Teresa region. The CEO Group and the P...2024-07-1932 minThe Rio Grande PodcastHarlingen’s Cookies4College: A Sweet Small-Business Journey with Madelynn BirdwellThis week we sit down with Madelynn Birdwell, founder/owner of the beloved ‘Cookies4College’ in Harlingen. We wanted to know: How do you grow a small unknown college-saving side gig into a thriving high-demand business that everyone loves? This is another RGV market/pop-up shop success story that you’ll love, from an incredible local you should know. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to follow @Cookies4CollegeRGV and @TheRioGrandePodcast on social media to support the journey! #ForTheValley #CookieLady #RGV #956 Text us! Support the show2024-07-151h 09The Rio Grande PodcastNana's Taqueria: A Little Piece of Beautiful México in Weslaco, TXHave you been to @NanasTaqueria in Weslaco? What has blossomed into a ‘Business of the Year’ success story started out as a last-ditch effort to stay afloat in the middle of life-changing moves on a small corner lot in Weslaco. Listen in as owner Roxanna Treviño looks back on a whirlwind journey of determination, necessity, vulnerability and love that has shaped the story of Nana’s Taqueria. We want to thank the Treviño family for an amazing gem the RGV has come to embrace and take pride in. Don’t forget to follow @TheRioGrandePodcast on social media and on You...2024-07-0858 minThe Rio Grande PodcastRick Torres, Firefighter/Paramedic (Pt.1) - Inside Fire Rescue in the RGVA look inside the lives of our local first responders: Rick Torres is a 10-year veteran firefighter with 2 years of service as a paramedic. As citizens/residents of our communities, we don’t always get to see what really goes on inside the lives and careers of our first-responder neighbors. We learn today that the role of a firefighter involves a lot more than just responding to fire calls, and we grow in our appreciation for what they do. Enjoy today’s episode and don’t forget to thank your local first responders for all the work they do to keep...2024-06-1739 minThe Rio Grande PodcastSea Turtle, Inc. - Saving the Planet’s Sea Turtles with Wendy Knight, CEOThis week we take a deep dive into the work going on at Sea Turtle, Inc. in South Padre Island. Have you visited yet? Sea Turtle, Inc. truly is the future of sea turtle conservation for the world. The most common species found here is the Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle - a critically endangered species. One of the facility’s biggest objectives? Educating the community and teaching us how we do our part to save the turtles and the ecosystems that empower them to thrive. Don’t forget to follow @SeaTurtleIncTX and @TheRioGrandePodcast on social media to stay...2024-06-1042 minThe Rio Grande PodcastGilbert Hernandez of ‘Búho’: The Community Bookstore that Brownsville NeededHave you checked out ‘Búho’ bookstore? Búho is the Rio Grande Valley’s newest local bookstore in downtown Brownsville. What started out literally as a wandering shower thought turned into a local gem of a bookshop that is bringing people together every week to help build the sense of community that the 956 deserves. From regular wine tastings to adult spelling bees, you can find more than just your favorite book at Búho. The man behind the operation? Gilbert Hernandez, owner/operator, full-time genius, part-time birder and occasional’Forest Gump’. Thanks for listening in and don’t forget to foll...2024-06-0341 minThe Rio Grande Podcast‘Freddsters’: 1.4 Million on TikTok! Meet Major Foodie-Content Creator Alfredo GarciaFreddsters is in the building! This week we sit down with viral tik tok foodie Alfredo Garcia to talk about his career in content creation and explore how he was able to go from working with the family business to exploding into social media stardom. We also discuss how he found himself in the middle of a viral situation with singer Cardi B! With over 1 million TikTok- and 750k Instagram followers, ‘@Freddsters’ is a name everyone in the RGV should know. Follow him to check out his awesome recipes for fajitas, tacos, burgers, and all the foods South Texans know...2024-05-2051 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastCommentary from RGV StartUp Week's 'Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders' panelBROWNSVILLE, Texas - The City of Harlingen and Harlingen Economic Development Corporation are working hard to make sure access to capital is not a barrier for budding entrepreneurs in the city. This was the message Harlingen Mayor Norma Sepulveda gave when she appeared as a panelist at RGV StartUp Week. The weeklong event, held at the eBridge Center for Business & Commercialization, was designed to foster and celebrate entrepreneurship and innovation, as well as help startup businesses in the Rio Grande Valley. “I know one of the biggest barri...2024-05-1405 minThe Rio Grande PodcastRGV Dietician Isaac Anzaldua - Food, Culture and PerspectiveThis week we head to Rio Grande City to talk to Mr. Isaac Anzaldua, Registered Dietician. You might recognize his last name as he is connected to the people that the Anzalduas Park and Bridge around Mission, Texas are named after. Join the conversation as he reflects on his love of food, culture and his people. Be sure to follow @nuestro.nutrition and @TheRioGrandePodcast on social media for more great local 956 conversations. Text us! Support the show2024-04-1554 minThe Rio Grande PodcastMeet Brody Rivers: Texas Country Music Star Rising Straight from Cameron CountyBrody Rivers is a rising Texas country music artist from Rio Hondo, TX.Join him on his journey through the raging country music scene as he reflects on the start of his newfound career and all that has come with it, including a shot at competing on the hit series American Idol.Be sure to check out @BrodyRiversMusic on social media and your favorite streaming service to support local talent straight from the RGV! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to @TheRioGrandePodcast on IG and YouTube! Text us! Support the show2024-04-0155 minThe Rio Grande PodcastIngrid Monserrat: “Planting” Change in the RGV with Maria Cruz CuisineHey RGV! Season Two is here and it’s starting off with a bang! Meet Ingrid Monserrat, local visionary and owner of Maria Cruz Cuisine plant-based restaurant. Driven by a mission to “Be the Change”, Ms. Ingrid has found her passion of guiding the community to a healthier lifestyle through wellness and plant-based eating. Growing up around ranching and delicious (but not always healthy) Mexican foods, she knew first-hand the challenge it can be to swap beloved traditional meals for sustainable, better options. The solution? Maria Cruz Cuisine restaurant, where even the biggest carnivores can be turned into believers. Listen...2024-03-251h 01
Joshua MorolesThe Sesh with Host Joshua Moroles featuring Jesus Peña of RGV DADSWelcome to The Sesh, the podcast where meaningful conversations intersect with real-life stories and impactful initiatives. In this episode, your host Joshua Moroles sits down with the remarkable Jesus Peña, M.Ed., a dedicated husband, father, and the President & Founder of RGV DADS. With his extensive background in education, community activism, and fatherhood advocacy, Jesus brings a wealth of experience and insights to the table.
Join us as we delve into Jesus's inspiring journey through fatherhood, from the early days of navigating parenthood in the age of YouTube's infancy to founding RGV DADS—a nonprofit organization ded...2024-03-251h 02
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastEverything AT&T and VTX1 said at the RGV Hispanic Chamber's intergovernmental update eventMCALLEN, Texas - Among the sponsors of the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s “RGV Intergovernmental Update” luncheon were two top internet service providers in the region - AT&T and VTX1.As such, both were given the opportunity to have representatives speak from the podium at the start of the program. Mario Barragan, director of external and legislative affairs for AT&T in South Texas, spoke on behalf of his company. Barragan is a board member of the RGV Hispanic Chamber. Barragan...2024-02-2905 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastCanales: RGV's top priority must be waterMCALLEN, Texas - State Rep. Terry Canales, a three-term chairman of the House Committee on Transportation, is perhaps best known for securing millions of dollars for transportation in the Rio Grande Valley. However, he told the audience at a Rio Grande Valley Partnership event on Wednesday evening that henceforth his priority will be water. The event, held at the Radisson Hotel in McAllen, was titled “Rio Grande Valley Legislative Appreciation Reception.” Other legislators at the event were state Senators Juan Hinojosa and Morgan LaMantia, and state Representatives R.D. ‘Bobby’ G...2024-01-1903 min
Payne Auto TalkEpisode 42: Welcome Home RGV (w/Kristi Collier)In Episode 42 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall talks with the Director of 'Welcome Home RGV', Kristi Collier. Chris & Kristi discuss the creation, role and future Welcome Home RGV (WHRGV), upcoming events including the WHRGV Expo (January 16-17 in McAllen and January 18 in Brownsville) & the WHRGV 'Poker Run' (February 24th), growing up in the Rio Grande Valley and how it's changed in the past decades, PLUS a musical tribute to Howard Jones.2024-01-0951 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastBCIC to host inaugural RGV StartUp WeekBROWNSVILLE, Texas - The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation is to host, for the first time, a StartUp Week in May 2024 to celebrate entrepreneurialism. Nathan Burkhart, vice president of entrepreneurship and innovation at BCIC, made the announcement at the group’s StartUp Texas Emerging Industries Pitch Competition, held Dec. 14 at the eBridge Center for Business and Commercialization.StartUp Week will also be held at the eBridge Center, from May 3 to May 10, 2024. BCIC's partner on the venture will be UT-Rio Grande Valley’s Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center.“We...2023-12-1705 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastEverything Rene Alcalá said at the State of the RGV Real Estate ForumWESLACO, Texas - A senior executive with Killam Development says demand for industrial real estate in Mexico and the southern US is accelerating with his company receiving inquires from Alaska, Indiana and Illinois.Rene Alcalá, director of business development, RGV leasing and sales for Killam, was a panelist at the recent State of the RGV Real Estate Forum hosted by the Rio Grande Valley Partnership and RGV First. Killam is developing a large industrial park near the Anzalduas International Bridge in Mission.“The demand for industrial real estate in Mexico and the southern US is acc...2023-12-0308 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastEverything Esteban Flores said at the State of RGV Real Estate ForumWESLACO, TEXAS – Recently, the Rio Grande Guardian International News Service reported exclusively on the Rio Grande Valley Partnership’s inaugural “State of the RGV Real Estate” forum in Weslaco.The event was sponsored by ERO Architects and Alamo Systems Industries. Here is a link to the story written by Guardian reporter Patricia Martinez.Now, thanks to Ron Whitlock Reports, we have audio recordings of some of the keynote speakers. One of the speakers was McAllen-based realtor Esteban Flores. Here is the aud...2023-12-0115 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastEverything Carlos Marquez said at the State of the RGV Real Estate forumWESLACO, TEXAS - Last month, the Rio Grande Guardian International News Service reported exclusively on the Rio Grande Valley Partnership’s inaugural “State of the RGV Real Estate” forum in Weslaco.The event was sponsored by ERO Architects and Alamo Systems Industries. Here is a link to the story written by Guardian reporter Patricia Martinez.Now, thanks to Ron Whitlock Reports, we have audio recordings of some of the keynote speakers. One of the speakers was Carlos Marquez, a veteran industrial commercial real estate broker...2023-11-2713 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastEverything Carlos Telles said at the State of the RGV Real Estate forumWESLACO, TEXAS - Last month, the Rio Grande Guardian International News Service reported exclusively on the Rio Grande Valley Partnership’s inaugural “State of the RGV Real Estate” forum in Weslaco.The event was sponsored by ERO Architects and Alamo Systems Industries. Here is a link to the story written by Guardian reporter Patricia Martinez.Now, thanks to Ron Whitlock Reports, we have audio recordings of some of the keynote speakers. One of the speakers was Carlos Telles, first vice president broker in CBRE’s McAllen...2023-11-2717 min
Joshua MorolesThe Sesh Podcast: Navigating the Rio Grande Valley Housing Market with William Esquivel of Golds FinancialJoin host Joshua Moroles on The Sesh Podcast for an enlightening episode as we delve into the dynamics of the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) housing market. In this engaging session, we're thrilled to have William Esquivel, the astute Regional Manager for Golds Financial, as our esteemed guest. Together, they explore the intricacies of the real estate landscape in the RGV.
This episode offers a deep dive into the current trends shaping the housing market in the region. Joshua and William discuss key factors influencing property values, investment opportunities, and the future outlook of real estate in the...2023-11-221h 00
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastDiaz: RGV will have over $1 billion for transportation projects in 2026MCALLEN, Texas - Luis Diaz, the interim executive director of the RGVMPO, gave a detailed update on his group’s work at a recent South Texas Manufacturers Association meeting.RGVMPO stands for Rio Grande Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization. The STMA meeting took place at the DoubleTree Suites McAllen.Diaz has temporarily taken over the hot seat at the MPO because the previous executive director, Andrew Canon, has taken a job with the Texas Department of transportation in Austin. Canon is now director of international trade, freight and corridor planning fo...2023-11-1430 minThe Rio Grande PodcastDaniel Seddiqui: The “Most Traveled Person in America” Visits the RGVIt was his Grande Finale! The “most-traveled man in America” has spent years exploring the United States to get a taste of life and work in every corner of the country. He had seen and experienced it all - except for one last piece of the map: the great South Texas. Now that he’s finally conquered his “final frontier” in the RGV, he’s sat down with @TheRioGrandePodcast to talk about his experience exploring the southern border! Join us for a fun, interesting and curious conversation with Mr. Daniel Seddiqui as he reflects on his final stop across the country...2023-11-0850 min