For the second time in a row in the Texas Legislature, the Speaker of the House of Representatives is a lame duck. (A lame duck is an elected official whose tenure is about to end). Last session, it was Joe Strauss who decided not to run for the House again after the session ended. This session, Speaker Dennis Bonnen got caught up in some ugly … [Read more...]
Texas Legislature has Lame Duck Speaker, Again
Interim Legislative Charges Start The Clock
The next Texas Legislative session will begin January 12, 2021. You may believe it is too early to think about what we want to accomplish next session. However, it is the perfect time to make your voice heard with your State legislative representatives. They are starting to formulate their plans and are relatively more accessible now. Ten Texas … [Read more...]
Ambassadors Recognized at Luncheon
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...]
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...]