Community & Economic Development

04/09/2026

Do you own agricultural land? Free soil testing is available!

Free Soil Testing for Agricultural Producers!

Are you an agricultural producer in the Arroyo Colorado watershed (Hidalgo, Cameron, and Willacy counties)? You are eligible for free soil testing!

No acreage requirement and no limit on samples

Soil samples accepted from September 7, 2026 - March 31, 2027

Soil test results available within 2-3 weeks.

Pick up sample bags, forms, and sampling instructions at the locations below (your local AgriLife Center or the Harligen TSSWCB office).

Questions? Email [email protected]

More information on our website: https://arroyocolorado.org/free-soil-testing-campaign/

04/09/2026

👕♻️ **Give Clothes a Second Life!**

Before tossing unwanted clothing or textiles in the trash, consider giving them another purpose. Clothing that no longer works for you may still be useful to someone else—and keeping usable items in circulation can help reduce the amount of waste going to disposal.

There are simple ways to make a difference:

👚 **SWAP** — Exchange gently used clothing with family, friends, or your community.
📦 **DONATE** — Give clean, usable clothing to local organizations that accept donations.
🛍️ **THRIFT** — Shop secondhand before buying new.
♻️ **REUSE** — Repair, repurpose, or find a new use for clothing and textiles whenever possible.

Community clothing swaps and partnerships with local thrift and reuse organizations can help extend the life of usable items while encouraging responsible waste reduction throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

🌱 **Reuse More. Waste Less.**
💚 Give your clothes a second life—and help keep usable textiles out of the trash!

03/09/2026

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21/08/2026

Looking for a change or new career?

🏗️ Build skills. Earn your certification. Start your career.
In collaboration with Rio Grande Valley Chapter AGC and South Texas Initiatives LLC.

SUMMER 10-WEEK PROGRAM!
Project CRANE gives you the tools to succeed in construction.

👉 Apply for scholarships here: https://workforcesolutionscameron.formstack.com/forms/project_crane

21/08/2026

Congratulations Willacy County on their Ribbon Cutting for the Sebastian Community Center🎉👏

21/08/2026

Have you ever wanted to learn about GREEN LIVING? Here is your chance too!

🌿 **NEXT TUESDAY — JOIN US!** 🌿

Join us for a fun and informative presentation on **GREEN LIVING!** 🌎💚

📅 **Tuesday, August 25th**
⏰ **10:50 AM**

👕 **Bring an unused T-shirt!**
We’ll show you how to turn it into a **reusable bag** ♻️🛍️

Come learn, create, and do your part for a greener community!

21/08/2026

Come out for After Dark Environmental fun!

Greetings Everyone,

We will be having our last of the After Dark Summer Events this coming Wednesday August 26 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. We will be featuring the Happy Kitchen at 7 p.m. with cooking demonstrations for kids and their families. We will be showing the film “Borderlands Jaquar” at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. We will have Matthew’s live invertebrate Presentation and Black Light Mothing. Be sure to bring your flashlights, black lights and telescopes for the night hikes. Free admission. There will be free snacks and refreshments. Bug spray will be available. The South Texas Ecotourism Center is an outdoor nature museum and information center open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 501 W. State hwy 100 in Laguna Vista, Texas. Free admission. Stec-lv.org , Facebook, and Instagram. @topfansSouth Padre Island Chamber of CommerceCameron County Parks and RecreationDavid A. Garza, Cameron County Commissioner, Pct. 3City of Los FresnosCity of Brownsville, TX - Municipal GovernmentCity of South Padre IslandCity of McAllen TX GovernmentCity of HarlingenPort Isabel Chamber of CommerceRGV.com
RGV NatureThe Texas Bucket ListThe Butterfly Garden at Oleander Acres RV ResortThe Valley Land Fund

21/08/2026

Great Job Commissioner Villarreal 🙌.

21/08/2026

Harlingen is hosting a job fair on September 16th! Spread the word and mark your calendars!

🌟 SEPTEMBER JOB FAIR 🌟 Save the date for next month's Apply Harlingen Job Fair with Workforce Solutions Cameron at the Harlingen Convention Center! 🧑‍💻

On Wednesday, September 16, several employers will be gathered in one room to share career opportunities that are available to job seekers in Harlingen and the RGV. Whether you are a recent graduate or experienced professional, there will be something for everyone. We'll see you there!

📆 Wednesday, September 16 | 9am-12pm
📍 701 Harlingen Heights Dr (Harlingen Convention Center)

👉 Register now: https://bit.ly/45LZZHv

19/08/2026

City of Alton is hosting a career fair on Setember 9th at Alton Rec Center! Spread the word!

Your next opportunity starts here. Join us for the Alton Career Connect Job Fair on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Alton Rec Center, 349 W. Dawes St., Alton, TX 78573.

This event is FREE and open to the public. Come meet employers, explore job opportunities, and take the next step in your career.

Bring your resume and be ready to connect.