AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today outlined his economic priorities for the 88th Texas Legislative Session to meet our state's growing economic and population needs at the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce in North Texas. “Here in Texas, a small family business can aspire to employ hundreds of people and become leaders in their local … [Read more...]
Official Press Release: Governor Abbott Outlines Priorities For Texas’ Thriving Economy
Economic Development Happening in Downtown Arlington
Downtown Arlington is full of special places that locals know and where visitors want to go. But with so many ongoing developments in the heart of our city, it can be a little challenging to keep up with what’s new in our neighborhood! Here’s a sneak peek at just some of what you can expect to see in 2023. Downtown Fire Station Set to open later … [Read more...]
Arlington’s Via Rideshare expands transit services in Tarrant County
ARLINGTON, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – The City of Arlington is expanding its on-demand public transit service to make it easier for people to get to other parts of North Texas. Via Rideshare will now pick up and drop off riders at several Trinity Metro bus stops in Fort Worth. The expanded service marks the city's continued commitment to the unique … [Read more...]
2022 Year in Review: Highlighting Arlington’s Successes
2022 has officially ended, and what a year it has been. We at the chamber are excited about what 2023 has in store but can't help but reminisce on some of Arlington's incredible moments in 2022. Here are a few of our favorite highlights of last year! 1. The Sanford House celebrated 25 years in business 2. Canales Furniture, a local … [Read more...]
U.S Chamber of Commerce to launch JobSIDE
On November 16, 2022, the U.S Chamber of Commerce Foundation announced its plan for a new, multistage workforce initiative. The 1.65 million dollar investment by the Charles Koch Foundation will be used to create a platform to match employers with skills instead of credentials. JobSIDE’s (Job Skills for In-Demand Employment) goal is to improve … [Read more...]
Extra “Chips”, Hold the Guac: A Look into the Ongoing Chip Shortage
For the past two years, there has been a global semiconductor shortage. Semiconductors, often called chips, are how digital devices process, store, and receive information. Chips are needed in almost all electronic devices like cars, smartphones, computers, modern-day appliances, and even military defense weapons. The shortage stems from the … [Read more...]