After a year-long stalemate in the House and Senate, the 88th Legislature of the State of Texas has reached an agreement on property tax reduction. Governor Abbott has made it clear that legislators will not be able to go home until a solution has been reached (even vetoing bills- see here), and one has finally been agreed upon. The Texas … [Read more...]
Speaker Phelan and Lt. Gov. Patrick Reach Agreement on Property Tax Reduction
Telling the Arlington Story: H.E. Cannon Continues to Flourish After 130 Years
130 years ago, a seed was planted and H.E. Cannon Floral & Greenhouses, Inc. has continued to bloom. If you take a look down West Division Street in Arlington, in the middle of all the car lots, you will find a quaint floral shop. H.E. Cannon and business partner, R.T. McCarter opened that shop in 1921 and it has truly stood the test of … [Read more...]
Corporate Citizenship: General Motors Donates Over $160,000 in Grants to Various Projects in Arlington
General Motors is more than just an innovative car production plant. Over their 69 years here in Arlington they have donated hundreds of thousands of dollars back into the community, and been a staple in job creation and economic development. The Chamber is focused on celebrating Corporate Citizenship, and General Motors is a fantastic example of … [Read more...]
Governor Abbott Calls Second Special Session
The Texas Legislature was originally supposed to conclude in late May, but as we approach mid-July, Governor Abbott has called his second special session of the 88th Legislature. On May 29, Governor Abbott called his first special session focused on property tax reform. Since there has been no conclusion to the property tax saga, Abbott has … [Read more...]
First global Founders Arena WealthTech Accelerator Being Brought to the City of Arlington
Arlington is one of the epicenters of wealth technology, and now there is a new program for those interested in creating new innovations. First Rate Inc., The Founders Arena, SEI, and the City of Arlington are bringing the first WealthTech Accelerator program to Arlington. This new program will bring crucial opportunities for new wealth technology … [Read more...]
Celebrate Independence Day in Arlington 2023
As June starts to wrap up and summer arrives, one of America’s favorite holidays takes place. This year as you begin to make your July 4th plans, we wanted to share some celebrations taking place right here in Arlington! Arlington Independence Day Parade: The annual Arlington Independence Day Parade is a great family-friendly event featuring … [Read more...]