EDINBURG – Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez announced the appointment of Economic Development Director Laura Matamoros, and Assistant Chief of Staff Hilda Escochea Salinas effective immediately. “I am both honored and excited to serve as the Economic Development Director for Hidalgo County. One of our primary goals is to further expand the prosperity of the region by creating a collaborative culture between the county and its municipalities,” said Matamoros. “I hope to further create positive economic growth and continue to support employment opportunities for the greater Hidalgo County area.” Matamoros served as the Director of Business Research & Strategy for the ...