Maverick County Appraised Value Tax Base Doubles in 10 Years, But Local Economy Tells a Different Story
By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. Maverick County’s taxable property value has more than doubled during the past decade, raising questions about whether the rapid growth accurately reflects the economic reality experienced by local families….
Eagle Pass ISD Observes National Campus Safety Awareness Month
September 8th, 2026By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. The Eagle Pass Independent School District is observing National Campus Safety Awareness Month throughout September, reaffirming its commitment to providing safe, secure and welcoming learning environments for students, teachers…
Maverick County Commissioners Court to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Budget Amid Revenue Losses and Public Safety Concerns
September 8th, 2026By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. EAGLE PASS, Texas — The Maverick County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing Tuesday, September 8, 2026, to discuss a proposed fiscal year 2026–2027 budget shaped by declining…
Mexican Consulate at Eagle Pass to Celebrate “Grito de Independencia” on September 12
September 7th, 2026By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. The Mexican Consulate at Eagle Pass under the leadership of Consul Vivian Juarez Mondragon will host its traditional “Grito de Independencia” celebration on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at San…
Maverick County Facing Significant Health and Quality of Life Challenges
September 7th, 2026By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2025 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. Maverick County is faring worse than the average county in Texas and the nation in the conditions that influence residents’ health and quality of life, according to the 2025…
Maverick County Proposes Lower Tax Rate, But Property Owners Will Pay More
September 7th, 2026Maverick County Expected to Lower Tax Rate, but Property Owners Will Still Pay More By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. Maverick County Commissioners Court is expected to adopt a lower property tax rate for the…
Over 1.2 Million Texas Voters Listed in Suspense Registry Ahead of November 3 Election
September 7th, 2026By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. More than 1.2 million Texas voter registrations were listed in suspense status as of March 2026, prompting election officials to encourage residents to verify their information before the November…
New Texas Solar Law Takes Effect September 1, Adds Consumer Protections
September 7th, 2026By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. AUSTIN, Texas — Texans considering installing solar panels on their homes will have additional consumer protections beginning September 1, 2026 as a new state law regulating residential solar sales…
Maverick County Hospital District Board of Trustees Approve $112 Million Budget for 2026-2027, Tax Rate Remains Unchanged
September 7th, 2026By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. The Maverick County Hospital District Board of Trustees approved an approximately $112 million balanced budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year Monday, August 31, 2026, while maintaining its property tax…
da Vinci Robotic Surgery Coming to Maverick County at Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center, Expanding Advanced Surgical Care
September 7th, 2026By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. Maverick County residents will soon have access to advanced robotic-assisted surgery closer to home as the Maverick County Hospital District prepares to introduce the da Vinci Robotic Surgery Program…
City of Eagle Pass Hosted Economic Development Workshop, Seeks to Spur Businesses and Economy
September 7th, 2026By Jose G. Landa, Copyright 2026 Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc. The City of Eagle Pass hosted an “Understanding the Economic Development Process” workshop Thursday, July 23, 2026, bringing together community leaders, business representatives and other stakeholders to discuss strategies…
