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Top stories, interviews and segments from the week on 710 KURV.The Valley’s Morning News Podcast- Sergio Sanchez talks with community leaders and other special guests about issues that affect your daily life.

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We talk about the future of water in the region, we talk about a recent trip to Washington D.C. that highlighted the RGV workforce, we get an update on the water reservoir levels, and we look at the sale of the Cimarron Country club in Mission. 03.07.2026 58:22

region’s water future, from desalination and reverse osmosis to expanding service for human consumption. Johnny Vasquez, Executive Director of the Rio Grande Valley Builders Association, talked about their recent visit to Washington D.C. where they presented the Dignity Act, a proposal focused on immigration reform and strengthening the American workforce. Rio Grande Valley Water Advocate Son...

We get an economic update from McAllen, should the RGV be considered one metropolitan statistical area, we talk about a recent trip to Washington D.C. that highlighted the RGV, how do international partnerships help our local economy. 23.06.2026 49:48

McAllen City Manager Isaac Tawil talked about the latest on sales tax numbers, construction growth, and the wave of new development happening across the city. COSTEP CEO Adam Gonzalez talked about a major idea shaping conversations across South Texas — creating one unified Rio Grande Valley MSA. Paco Sanchez, President & CEO of The Rio Grande Valley Partnership, talked about their recent t...

We get an update on recruiting industry to the RGV, we look at the regional report focusing on manufacturing and workforce, the Hidalgo International Bridge celebrates 100 years 16.06.2026 49:10

Mario Reyna, President of RioPlex, talked about the region’s latest efforts in industry recruitment — including a successful mission to Mexico where they presented the RGV’s growing economic strength. Adam Gonzalez, CEO of COSTEP, talked about this year’s comprehensive regional report focused on manufacturing, workforce, and economic opportunity across the Rio Grande Valley and Laredo. Juan O...

We talk about the recently passed McAllen School District bond, we look at a proposed desalination plant, we look at the rapid construction and economic growth in the RGV, and we get an update from UTRGV. 17.05.2026 50:04

Cameron County Administrator Pete Sepulveda discusses major cross-border infrastructure projects currently advancing through the presidential permit process. Nicolas Mirman, Commercial Director at Valley International Airport in Harlingen, talked about what travelers can expect in 2026. Dante Galeazzi, President & CEO of the Texas International Produce Association, looks at the state of fr...

McAllen ISD Superintendent Dr. Rene Gutierrez talks about how the school district will implement the recently passed bond. Mark M. Ellison, Director of Business Development for Texas IDE Water assets, talked about the proposed water desalination project in the RGV, Jeremy Smith of Matt’s Building Materials talks about key forces fueling the rapid construction and economic growth in the RGV. ...

We get a look at a proposed desalination plant, we get an update on trade tariff refunds, we look at a growing concern of THC vaping cartridges in Hidalgo County, and we look at interesting local voting data. 03.05.2026 51:40

Mark M. Ellison, Director of Business Development for Texas IDE Water assets, talked about the proposed water desalination project in the RGV, Jorge Torres, President and CEO of Interlink Trade Services talked about the refunds on tariffs from the Trump administration. Raul Gonzalez with the Hidalgo County Sheriffs’ office talked about the on going crack down illegal THC vaping cartridges. D...

We get a look at the Museum of South Texas History, we get an economic update from the Pharr international bridge, we look at economic growth in Weslaco, and we look at how UTRGV is applying AI in an academic setting. 26.04.2026 48:03

Dr. Francisco Gujardo, CEO of the Museum of South Texas History, talked about visiting the museum. Luis Bazan Director of the Pharr International Bridge gave us an economic update from the bridge. Weslaco Mayor Adrian Gonzalez gave us an economic update from Weslaco Professor Giorgio Gotti, Dean of the Robert C. Vackar College of Business and Entrepreneurship and Jonikka Charlton, Vice Pro...

We talk to a local company involved in many construction projects in the area, is the new world screwworm getting closer to the RGV, we get an economic update from Mission, and we look at unemployment numbers in the area. 21.04.2026 53:36

David Martinez and Issac Garza with CAPA (Concrete Asphalt Pipe Aggregates) talked about the many constructions projects they have been involved with. Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller talked about the new world screw worm getting closer to the RGV. Teclo Garcia, Director of the Mission Economic Development Office, gave us a business update from Mission. Mike Willis with the South Texas Man...

We get an update from the Pharr International Bridge, what should we know in this sexual assault awareness month, we get an update on border trade tariffs, and we get an economic update from Mission. 11.04.2026 50:09

Luis Bazan, Pharr International Bridge Director gave us an update from the bridge. April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, local Attorney Lydia Elizondo talked about what everyone needs to know to keep family safe. Jorge Torres, President of Interlink Trade Services talked about how current tariffs are impacting trade and the broader market Teclo Garcia, Director of the Mission Economic De...

We get an economic update from Edinburg and Harlingen, and we look at the historic news of an oil refinery at the Port of Brownsville. 21.03.2026 1:01:45

Edinburg Mayor Omar Ochoa gives us an economic update. Orlando Campos, CEO Harlingen Economic Development Corporation, gives us an economic update. Port of Brownsville Director William Dietrich and Esteban Guerra, Brownsville Navigation District Chairman, talk about the historic news of an oil refinery coming to the Port of Brownsville.

: We get a year-end re-cap from Texas A&M University higher education center in McAllen, we get an update from the Port of Brownsville, how has the conflict with Iran affected oil prices, and we look at a new study to help lure industry. 06.03.2026 58:24

Ernie Aliseda Chief Operating Officer at Texas A&M University higher education center gave us a recap of 2025 at Texas A&M University McAllen campus. Economist Tim Snyder gives us an update on oil prices and how that will affect gas prices. Port of Brownsville Director William Dietrich gave us an update on the port. Adam Gonzalez, CEO of COSTEP (Council for South Texas Economic Progr...

What does the Supreme Court ruling on tariffs mean for the local economy? We get an economic update from Mission and McAllen, and McAllen International Airport is expanding. 28.02.2026 58:44

Jorge A. Torres with Interlink Trade Services talked about the Supreme Court ruling on tariffs and what it means for the local economy. Teclo Garcia, CEO of the Mission Economic Development Corporation, gave us an economic update from Mission. McAllen City Manager Isaac Tawil talked about the record setting sales tax, plus the expected economic impact of a major project soon to the city. Jer...

We get an update from South Texas College, early voting begins for the primary elections, we get an economic update from Brownsville and how do we fix the construction worker shortage. 22.02.2026 54:44

Dr. Rodney Rodriguez VP of South Texas College gave us an academic update from STC. Cameron County Elections Administrator Remi Garza and Hilda Salinas Hidalgo County Elections Administrator talked about polling locations and election hours for the March primary elections. Brownsville Mayor John Cowan gave us a Brownsville economic update. Local business owner Jeremy Smith talked about needi...

How does local regional collaboration create economic momentum, we look at a new plan to fight the New World Screwworm, what are the latest articles in the RGV Business Journal and Edinburg PD report no homicides in 2025. 13.02.2026 1:02:03

Paco Sanchez, CEO of the Rio Grande Valley Partnership, talked about how regional collaboration is creating real economic momentum. Mike Risica with the Texas Cattle Feeders Association talked about a new plan to fight the New World Screwworm. Publisher of the RGV Business Journal Ramiro Garza talked about some of the latest news featured in the journal. Edinburg Police Chief Jaime Ayala tal...

Brownsville PUB is out with a 5-year improvement plan, what does the latest McAllen crime report say, we get an update from UTRGV, and we look at the growth of the UTRGV Business programs. 11.02.2026 59:30

Mark Dombroski, assistant GM /COO Brownsville Public Utilities Board talks about a 5-year plan for service and tech improvements. McAllen Police Chief Victor Rodriguez talked about the annual McAllen Crime report. Dr. Guy Bailey, President of UTRGV gave us an update from the university. Dr. Giorgio Gotti and Dr. Christian Sobngwi talked about the major growth in the online business programs...

Could a passenger railroad corridor work in the RGV, we get an economic update from South Padre Island, we look at the labor shortage in the construction business, and how to deal with domestic violence through education. 31.01.2026 1:05:19

Former Mission Mayor Armando Ocana talked about a proposed passenger rail corridor. Former SPI mayor Barry Patel gave us an economic update from South Padre Island. Johnny Vasquez with the RGV Builders Association recapped the meeting they had to discuss the labor shortage in the construction field. Judge Rudy Gonzalez talked about how we can deal with domestic violence through education.

We get an economic update from Harlingen, we look at the RGV real estate market, how one organization is connecting students to career pathways, and with the growth of our population how will our water supply hold up. 26.01.2026 53:21

Orlando Campos, CEO Harlingen Economic Development Corporation, gave us an economic update from Harlingen. Local Realtor Brian Reed gave us an update on the local real estate market. Maricela De Leon and Eloy Garza with RGV LEAD talked about connecting students to real-world career pathways. State Senator Adam Hinojosa talked about getting the water supply ready for a growing and expanding...

New adult career training available in Edinburg, The McAllen Chamber of Commerce celebrates it’s 100 Year Anniversary, how much water does a proposed data center need, and will we see more job opportunities in the near future. 18.01.2026 59:40

Dr. Mario Salinas, Superintendent of Edinburg schools talked about the new adult career and technology training available in Edinburg. Elizabeth Suarez, CEO McAllen Chamber of Commerce, talks about their 100-year celebration. Water advocate Sonny Hinojosa talked about how much water a proposed Mid Valley data center would use. Gilbert Salinas with the Greater Brownsville Incentive Corporatio...

We look at the strength of South Texas manufacturing, how bad will the flu season be, how has the water shortage affected local produce, and we look at the massive oil reserves in Venezuela. 10.01.2026 48:16

Adam Gonzalez, CEO of COSTEP talked about South Texas manufacturing strength and how local schools are preparing the next generation of workforce. Hidalgo County Health Authority Dr. Ivan Melendez talked about the importance of getting a flu vaccine. Dante Galeazzi, CEO Texas International Produce Association talked about how the recent rainfall is impacting local farms, crop conditions, and w...

Local pharmacies trying to correct a major mistake from a pharmacy benefits manager, we at the local commercial and residential real estate inventory, we take a closer look at the job training and up-skill opportunities in the RGV. 26.12.2025 52:07

Danny Vela from Lee’s Pharmacy talks about correcting a mistake from a pharmacy benefits manager. Local realtor Dale Davis talks about the local commercial and residential real estate market. Julian Alvarez, former Texas workforce commissioner, talks about many job training and up-skill opportunities in the RGV. Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock talks about claiming unclaimed property in Texas...

How did custom brokers do this year and what to look for in 2026, we look at Harlingen’s vision for growth, what are some of the things Texas is working on for 2026 and Rio Plex Industry reviews 2025 successes and goals for 2026. 13.12.2025 1:04:17

Customs broker Jorge Torres breaks down the biggest takeaways from this year and what’s next as the RGV gears up for a stronger, faster, more connected 2026. Harlingen EDC’s Orlando Campos breaks down what’s on the horizon and how the city is turning vision into reality. Governor Greg Abbott lays out the wins, the challenges, and the blueprint for a stronger Texas heading into 2026. Astrid S...

We get an economic update from Brownsville, we look at dementia research happening here in the RGV, what’s next for the McAllen “entertainment” district, and we get a year-end recap from Rio Plex. 05.12.2025 59:41

Gilbert Salinas with the Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation gives us an economic update form Brownsville. Dr. Gladys Maestre talked about how new funding, science, and community programs are reshaping the future of dementia care here in the RGV. McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos breaks down what’s next for the 17th Street Entertainment District—its future, its challenges, and its role in...

We get an economic update from South Padre Island and Alamo, how goes the effort to recruit industry to the RGV and what can be done to address the water shortage to recruit business and manufacturing. 16.11.2025 58:24

South Padre Island Mayor Patrick McNulty gave us an economic update from SPI. Industrialist Joaquin Spamer talked about the effort to bring industry to the RGV. Mark Dombroski with Brownsville PUB talked about the water issues in an effort to lure more industry to the RGV. Alamo Mayor J.R. Garza gave us an economic update from Alamo

The US Supreme Court reviews President Trump’s use of tariffs, its vaccine season what shots should you get, Tx Dot reveals the two proposed sites for a 2nd causeway to the SPI, and we get an update on illegal immigration along our border. 07.11.2025 59:47

Local customs expert Jorge Torres weighs in on President Trump’s emergency use of tariffs now under review by the U.S. Supreme Court. Pharmacist Danny Vela with Lee’s Pharmacy talked about which shots to get during the vaccine season. Tx. Dot Engineer Pete Alvarez talked about Tx. Dot revealing the two proposed sites for a 2nd causeway to SPI. Chris Cabrerra with the local border patrol unio...

We get the latest on the Mexican water treaty, where are gas prices heading, where would a 2nd causeway to SPI be located, and how is the local citrus industry doing. 31.10.2025 57:33

Local water advocate Sonny Hinojosa talked about latest news in the US-Mexico water treaty. Economist Tim Snyder talked gas prices and where they’re headed. TX-DOT engineer Pete Alvarez talked about a second causeway options to South Padre Island. Dale Murden, President Texas Citrus Mutual talked about citrus harvest numbers and linking Mexico's water debt to the USMCA.