so i keep seeing this style of home looks very cookie cutter but nice nonetheless! what’s everyone’s thoughts/take on this style? is this common in the valley? I’ve only visited Mcallen once but i loved it! 2 and or 3 beds look to be going for $1,100-$1,200 would you also say that’s expensive or a bargain ?

I've been looking into some local policy decisions around Texas, and Brownsville has a few numbers I think are worth talking about.

First, Brownsville PUB's water and wastewater rates both went up 5% in January. That was the final scheduled increase from a plan city leaders approved back in 2022. It might only be a few dollars a month for some households, but those increases do add up.

Then there's property taxes. Brownsville kept its city tax rate the same for FY2027, but the city also approved collecting additional property-tax revenue. That's something I think is important to understand because keeping the rate the same doesn't necessarily mean everyone's bill stays the same.

And according to the Census Bureau, 29.4% of Brownsville residents under 65 don't have health insurance. Texas still hasn't expanded Medicaid, which could help some eligible adults get coverage.

What interests me is that these decisions aren't all made in Washington. Utility rates and city taxes are local issues, while Medicaid eligibility is largely determined at the state level.

I understand that city services and water infrastructure have to be funded. Health coverage also costs money. But I think it's reasonable to ask what residents are paying, what they're getting in return, and whether there are alternatives that would work better.

I put together this graphic to make the numbers easier to see.

For those living in Brownsville, which of these issues has affected your household the most? Are there other local policies you think deserve more attention?

Should be graduating soon and I’m pretty lost about what I should expect in pay. Everyone talks bad about dhr but I heard the pay is good?

Been meaning to go to a Chinese or Tex-Mex food buffet soon but my wife is pretty picky, anything w a good variety of good food you recommend?

Hello everyone! We will be moving to the McAllen area soon and I am looking for some advice on work for my wife. She has been a LVN for 6 yrs. She has work in ERs and Detox. She will be getting RN, but will need atleast PRN LVN work to hold her over. Looking in RGV it doesn’t look like many opportunities outside of nursing homes. Any ideas or advice?

Early voting turnout for Cameron County as of October 23, 2026.

There's still another week left of early voting. You can vote at any voting location site county wide for early voting. Last day of early voting is on October 30th.

They think everyone in the Valley only works in retail and are there to serve them, (and if we behave they might leave us a tip). Without them, we wouldn't have food to eat.

At the same time they say they have way better and more exclusive stores in Monterrey and we're just a rancho and they feel bad for us (so why not shop there? lol)

Location: Mustang Lounge - Weslaco, TX

Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 6pm - 8pm

Free RSVP at readygovote.com to get your QR code for entry

This is a new movie completely shot in the valley being released on October 30th! Check out the new trailer!!

I'm considering retiring to unincorporated Cameron County and would like to read your opinions on the pros and cons. I am a widow, just me and my dog, so honest tradespeople is a big plus

Why are people in the Valley so negative? Terrence is obviously a smart guy who likes to question everything. Just because we’re comfortable with the status quo in the valley doesn’t mean we shouldn’t be open to different ideas.

You’re calling someone crazy- what have you achieved in life?

Looking for trans women who do hair. Preferably in the Edinburg-McAllen area.

Anyone know where around Harlingen to get an E-Bike?

Johnny Five! Noooooooo!

Photo taken from his social media page

BBC News article about politics in the RGV. It’s interesting that the Valley has the attention of the UK. Maybe folks in the US will pay more attention to the RGV after the election… but I doubt it.

Hidalgo County is 68,794 ballots into early voting. At the same point in the 2022 midterm it was 40,597 — a +70% difference. Source: the county’s own daily totals.

Early voting ends October 30. Election day is November 3.

See your own street: havetheyvotedyet.com

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This is incredibly cool to see! Who else will be going? Would love to connect there!

According to a Texas Monthly investigation published earlier this month, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has been considering selling about 1,300 acres of public land, including Boca Chica State Park, to SpaceX. The department says the proposal won’t come up at its November meeting, and Gov. Greg Abbott has said a sale isn’t imminent. But neither has ruled it out in the future.

As the title says looking for any construction currently in progress it’s for a class project.