By: Ricardo E. Calderon, Copyright 2014, Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. The Denver Broncos stampeded the New England Patriots 26-16 in the National Football League’s (NFL) American Conference Championship held on Sunday, January 19, 2014, in Denver, Colorado punching a ticket to the big dance, Super Bowl 48, on Sunday,…

By MANNY FERNANDEZ DONNA, Tex. — In this Rio Grande Valley town of trailer parks and weedy lots eight miles from the Mexico border, people call them runners or politiqueras — the campaign workers who use their network of relatives and friends to deliver votes for their candidates. They travel…

America’s small businesses are on the front lines when it comes to creating jobs and new opportunities. They are the cornerstones of our communities, and can help lead the way as we continue to grow the economy and add jobs in the coming year. “They’re part of the pact that…

The City of Eagle Pass would like to announce the Housing Rehabilitation Assistance Program.  This program will assist up to four (4) homeowners with necessary repairs to their homes.  In order to qualify, the home and property must: Be located within city limits Be owned and occupied by the applicant…

By: Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2014 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. The Eagle Pass Business Journal received telephone calls from concerned parents of Eagle Pass High School students who informed their parents that the bat infestation at school worsened on Friday, January 17, 2013, as the bats returned and began…

The Eagle Pass Independent School District (EPISD) is committed to provide the highest quality of care and attention to every situation.  The health of all students and staff within our district is our first priority and that is why we have contacted the Department of Health and Human Services for…

The Eagle Pass Independent School District has partnered with local businesses throughout our city to highlight the Teacher of the Month program, which honors educators who have made a difference in our community.  The program recognizes outstanding kindergarten, elementary, junior high, and high school teachers in Eagle Pass, Texas. Mrs….

by Julián Aguilar, The Texas Tribune Jan. 16, 2014 EL PASO — Three months ago, Lorena Acosta, a U.S. citizen and fifth-grade teacher, lost her husband, a Mexican national who had been brought to the U.S. at age 6, grew up in Fabens and then was deported in 2006. Officers…

by Aman Batheja, The Texas Tribune Jan. 16, 2014 A high-speed rail line connecting San Antonio and Monterrey, Mexico, could be less than a decade away from welcoming its first passengers, according to federal and Texas officials who met with Mexican officials in Washington, D.C., on Thursday to discuss the…

San Antonio, Texas – Today, U.S. Representative Pete P. Gallego (D-Alpine) welcomed Cynthia Martinez and Julie Morton as field representatives in Eagle Pass and Alpine. The two join a committed team that works tirelessly for Texans, covering some or all of 29 counties which make up the 23rd District of…