By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc Eagle Pass, Texas remains a major competitor to Laredo in international rail traffic, with the latest federal figures highlighting the importance of the existing Union Pacific crossing as developers pursue an alternative railroad route. An examination of Bureau of…

By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is highlighting services available to survivors of family and domestic violence during October, recognized as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The statewide effort draws attention to free, confidential assistance available to adults…

My Endorsement Belongs to the Community During an election, candidates often seek endorsements from elected officials, organizations and influential individuals. I appreciate everyone who believes in me, but today I want to offer a different kind of endorsement. I endorse you. I endorse the parents, senior citizens, veterans, small-business owners,…

By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. Eagle Pass Independent School District Superintendent Samuel Mijares and the Eagle Pass High School cross country coaches announced that the boys varsity team won the 2026 District 30-6A championship, with Alex Alvarez earning the individual district champion title. The…

By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. The Eagle Pass Independent School District continues moving forward with its $150 million bond program following approval of several professional service selections and an architectural agreement during Tuesday’s , October 13, 2026 Board of Trustees meeting. The actions help…

By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. The Maverick County Hospital District’s 11th annual Think Pink Runway Show was a great success Wednesday, October 14, 2026 bringing together cancer survivors, healthcare professionals and community supporters at the International Center for Trade in Eagle Pass, Texas. The…

By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. Students participating in the Eagle Pass Water Warriors program met with local public service professionals to learn about the essential services that support the community, City of Eagle Pass Waterworks System Director Jorge Barrera reported. The discussions introduced students…

By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. Eagle Pass’ reputation for being an international hotbed for Tejano Music continues to thrive with the nomination of two local bands receiving nominations in several categories for the XLVI (46) Tejano Music Awards. Eagle Pass band Da Krazy Pimpz…

By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. The Eagle Pass Business Journal launched “Eagle Pass Live. Our Students. Nuestras Historias.” on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, a new student-produced program that provides young people an opportunity to report campus news, activities, opinions, conduct interviews, and share their…

By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. Early voting for over 36,600 Maverick County registered voters in the November 3, 2026 general election begins Monday, October 19, giving Maverick County residents an opportunity to cast their ballots in federal, state, county, school board and hospital district…