Good morning, Brownsville.

The Border Trade Alliance based in Brownsville warned that uncertainty over renewing USMCA could hurt border trade and urged the US, Mexico and Canada to reform the pact for market stability.

The group's call comes as the review process continues despite signs that the US may not extend the agreement.

Global companies continue to choose Mexico as a trusted manufacturing hub, with record FDI reaching nearly $41 billion in Q3 2025 and $23.59 billion in Q1 2026; under Plan Mexico (accelerated permitting and streamlined processes), US companies and others expand near-shoring and industrial investments across the region.

Doug Allison, board member and regulatory counsel for US Desalination, detailed plans for a scalable seawater desalination facility on South Padre Island at a Regional Water Infrastructure Forum at Embassy Suites in McAllen today.

The project, called RGV Desal, could boost local water infrastructure.

VIDA received a $300,000 grant from MHM to fund a two-year mental health support initiative in partnership with Harvard Medical School researchers.

The program trains career counselors to use the EMPOWER model to help local students overcome depression & stay on track.

Dr. R. Dewayne Edwards advises families to follow fireworks and grilling safety tips for upcoming Fourth of July celebrations to reduce burn injuries and fire risks.

He stresses adult supervision and safe distances (with water or a fire extinguisher ready) so the holiday remains safe.

SPI Beach Parade

9 a.m. — White Cap Circle Beach Access #8 — Free entry — Kick off the Fourth of July with a fun parade on the sand from Beach Access #8 to Beach Access #4.