This past week, some Chamber staff and the Chairman of the Board, all gathered at Mercury Chophouse to pay homage to a special group of Chamber Members - our Ambassadors. Webster’s definition of Ambassador is as follows, “A diplomatic agent of the highest rank accredited to a foreign government or sovereign as the resident representative of his … [Read more...]
Ambassadors Recognized at Luncheon
Ribbon Cutting Recap: After 8 Gowns
After 8 Gowns is a one-stop-shop in the sense that we can accommodate every amenity for a bride on her wedding day & before. We have a vast inventory with long and short dresses, for any occasion, wedding gowns from size 02 to 32, hair/make-up salon, lash bar, changing rooms, event space for up to 50. Bridal parties/friends can all get ready at … [Read more...]
AISD and TCC Bonds Win Voter Approval
More than 60% of those voting approved the Arlington Independent School District and Tarrant County College’s requests to issue bonds to the finance renovation of facilities and construction of new facilities. The Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce supported both propositions and urged a vote “FOR” each. Arlington asked for approval to issue … [Read more...]
Rural Healthcare Shortage a Crisis in Texas
Everyone from the largest cities to the smallest towns should be concerned about the rural healthcare crisis in Texas. The Texas Tribune hosted a panel discussion on the crisis to raise awareness and work towards a solution. From 2010 to 2018, 84 hospitals in rural America have closed, 26 of those in Texas. When the local hospital closes, … [Read more...]
Congressman Marc Veasey PPAC Recap
USMCA, the United States-Mexico-Canada-Agreement, is vitally important to the Texas economy and Congressman Marc Veasey stressed his desire to vote for it during a meeting with the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce Public Policy Advisory Committee on Friday, November 1, 2019. He said it would be difficult for him to vote “Yes” today because of … [Read more...]
UTA Celebrates Homecoming Week
It is Homecoming time at the University of Texas at Arlington, and students, faculty and alumni are coming together to celebrate and show their Maverick pride. All week long, UTA will be hosting events to engage students and alumni to connect them to the community including the annual pep rally, parade and street festival as well as the … [Read more...]