Bechtel Energy is the engineering procurement and construction firm for NextDecade’s Rio Grande LNG project at the Port of Brownsville. #bechtelenergy #monicatellum #portofbrownsville #RGG
Brownsville City Manager Helen Ramirez discusses the various ways SpaceX is impacting her city.
Linda Ufland Romo on Mujer Emprendedora Program
Victor Perez running for PSJA school board
Victor Perez running for PSJA school board
PHARR, Texas - Victor Perez is running for Place 7 on the PSJA school board. Galvan is part of a four-person slate of candidates running in the November election. All four are former educators.
Perez’s educational accomplishments include a Master of Education Administration from UT-Pan American, and a Bachelor of Science, also from Pan Am. He is a PSJA ISD graduate.
“I am president and CEO of Pharr Economic Development Corporation, where I have championed economic growth while investing in student internships and scholarships. My extensive education background includes serving as an administrator, principal, and director of the Early College High School Academy at Progreso ISD, where I focused on expanding student opportunities. As a former PSJA ISD school board member and city commissioner for Alamo, I deeply understand community needs. I am committed to evading PSJA ISD, its students, families, and staff to educational excellence,” Perez said.
Here is a video interview Perez conducted with the Rio Grande Guardian: #RGG #pharrtx #psjaisd
Griselda Quintanilla running for PSJA school board
Griselda Quintanilla running for PSJA school board
PHARR, TEXAS - Griselda Quintanilla is running for Place 5 on the PSJA school board. She is part of a four-person slate of candidates running in the November election. All four are former educators.
Quintanilla’s educational accomplishments include a Master’s of Education from UT-Pan American, and a Bachelor of Spanish and English, also from UT-Pan Am. She is a PSJA ISD graduate.
“I am a dedicated educator with a career spanning 29 years in public education. I began my career as a middle school Reading teacher, and served as a dean of instruction, coordinator for advanced academics, and director for career and technical education, among other leadership roles at PSJA ISD, Valley View ISD, and Edinburg CISD. Upon retirement, I continued to contribute to education as a field supervisor for an alternative certification program and as a coordinator for Workforce Solutions,” Quintanilla said.
Here is a video interview Quintanilla conducted with the Rio Grande Guardian: #RGG #pharrtx #psjaisd
Ramona Barron running for PSJA school board
Ramona Barron running for PSJA school board
PHARR, Texas - Ramona Barron is running for Place 6 on the PSJA school board. She is part of a four-person slate of candidates running in the November election. All four are former educators.
Barron’s educational accomplishments include a Bachelor of Social Work, from UT-Pan American. She is a PSJA ISD graduate.
“I have dedicated my career to serving South Texas families as a parent family community engagement director with the Texas Migrant Council, where I assisted migrant families with their social services needs and goals. I serve on the Hidalgo County Appraisal District Review Board, where I participate in mediation between the county and property owners. A strong community advocate, I also previously served on the PSJA ISD School Board as well as in other leadership capacities on various local, state and national organizations,” Barron said.
Here is a video interview Barron conducted with the Rio Grande Guardian: #RGG #pharrtx #psjaisd
Ricardo Rodriguez running for PSJA school board
Ricardo Rodriguez running for PSJA school board
PHARR, Texas - Ricardo Rodriguez is running for Place 4 on the PSJA school board. He is part of a four-person slate of candidates running in the November election. All four are former educators.
Rodriguez’s educational accomplishments include a Master’s in Educational Administration from UT-Pan American; a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, also from UT-Pan Am, and a principal’s certificate.
“I am an accomplished and livelong educator at PSJA ISD. I was a teacher and department chair of history for middle schools, and was involved in curriculum writing, training of new teachers and more. As assistant principal, I oversaw curriculum and instruction and was in charge of supervising staff and the educational needs of all students. I also previously served as San Juan city mayor pro-tem. I understand the needs of PSJA ISD employees, students and families, and I am ready to serve,” Rodriguez said.
Here is a video interview Rodriguez conducted with the Rio Grande Guardian: #RGG #pharrtx #psjaisd
🇲🇽🤝🇺🇸 The Future of US-Mexico Relations: A Luncheon with Dr. Duncan Wood
Dive into the latest insights on Mexico's recent elections and their potential impact on the US/Mexico relationship and the Texas/Mexico border. Dr. Wood, President & CEO of the Pacific Council on International Policy, is a leading expert in US/Mexico relations and will provide a comprehensive analysis of the evolving landscape. Don't miss this opportunity to engage in a critical discussion with industry leaders and policymakers!
📅 Date: [September 12th]
⏱️Time: [11:30 AM - 1PM]
📍 Location: [Harlingen Convention Center, 701 Harlingen Heights Dr, Harlingen, TX 78552]
Texas Regional Bank
#USMexicoRelations #RGVPartnership #PolicyInsights
🌉 McAllen, Mission Host SLP Delegation at Anzalduas International Bridge 🚗
McAllen and Mission leaders are optimistic that the auto sector in San Luis Potosí will utilize the Anzalduas International Bridge when it becomes fully operational in 2026. Discover how this development could strengthen regional trade and economic ties.
🌐 Visit our website for more updates and stories: www.Riograndeguardian.com
#McAllen #Mission #AnzalduasBridge #SLPDelegation #AutoSector #RegionalTrade #EconomicDevelopment
🌳 Growing North 🌆
Steve Valdez, Executive Director of Weslaco EDC, shares that there is a lot of interest in the new 150-acre Mid-Valley International Industrial Park. Explore the opportunities and potential developments in this expanding area.
📹 Watch the full Interview on our Rio Grande Guardian YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t-KC2ASGvPw&t
🌐 Visit our website for more updates and stories: www.Riograndeguardian.com
#MidValley #IndustrialPark #Weslaco #SteveValdez #EconomicDevelopment #WeslacoEDC
🚀 Overcoming Obstacles 🌟
Felida Villarreal, Executive Director of Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA), discusses the work her group does to help disadvantaged adults secure credentials that lead to better-paying jobs. Learn about the impactful programs that are changing lives and boosting economic mobility.
📹 Watch the full Interview on our Rio Grande Guardian YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgWBS-8mpUA&t
🌐 Visit our website for more updates and stories: www.Riograndeguardian.com
#VIDA #FelidaVillarreal #JobTraining #EconomicMobility #BetterJobs #CommunitySupport
🤝 Partnerships 🌟
Felida Villarreal, Executive Director of the Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA), discusses the interaction of her group with the Hidalgo County Prosperity Task Force. Discover how these partnerships are driving regional development and advancing prosperity.
📹 Watch the full Interview on our Rio Grande Guardian YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgWBS-8mpUA&t
🌐 Visit our website for more updates and stories: www.Riograndeguardian.com
#VIDA #HidalgoCounty #ProsperityTaskForce #FelidaVillarreal #RegionalDevelopment #Partnerships
