There is no way recent visitors to Arlington’s Entertainment District could miss the 81-foot high pyramid outside of Globe Life Park. This glowing pyramid-shaped venue is PY1, Arlington’s newest virtual reality experience. Lune Rouge Entertainment, the creator of PY1, decided to make its United States debut right here in Arlington, Texas. PY1 … [Read more...]
Arlington’s Newest Virtual Reality Experience
Arlington GM Assembly Plant Unveils New Tahoe and Suburban
General Motors unveiled its brand new, completely redesigned Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe this past Tuesday, December 10, at the GM Arlington Assembly Plant. The suburban celebrates its 85th anniversary this year and serves as an icon for the Chevy brand as the longest-running nameplate in General Motors history. This unveiling was paramount to … [Read more...]
Morning With the Mayor Recap
At the quarterly Morning with the Mayor meeting on December 5, Mayor Jeff Williams highlighted Arlington's accomplishments. Mayor Williams emphasized how Arlington has achieved a “Circle of Success.” In our City, economic development and tourism produce tax revenues that result in a lower tax burden on residents and improve city services. While … [Read more...]
Licensing Requirements Stymie Workforce Development
People released from prison in Texas who have completed their sentences are often unable to find work. Licensing requirements that ban felons from obtaining a license to work are a barrier. If they held an occupational license before their conviction, they can’t get it back once they are released. Employers willing to hire returning inmates are … [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...]