On Friday, April 1st, the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce held the 2022 State of the County Address at the Sheraton Hotel. Going into this event, attendees knew it would be a special one since this was Judge Whitley's final State of the County in Arlington. Judge Whitley did not disappoint. He spoke of Unity in politics and coming together as … [Read more...]
State of the County Celebrates Judge Whitley’s 26 Years of Accomplishments
SBA Administrator Makes First Visit to Arlington to Talk About Economic Recovery with Mayor Jim Ross
Isabella Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration, visited Arlington Mayor Jim Ross and toured Arlington-based Paragon Furniture on Friday as part of a visit to talk about economic recovery in the north Texas region. During her multi-city tour, Administrator Guzman highlighted the economic impact of the SBA’s Shuttered Venue … [Read more...]
Downtown Arlington is Growing in 2022
Downtown Arlington has been ever changing since its creation in 1875. It has gone through so many different phases and in 2022, it is going to go through another set of projects to make it even better! In 2022, Downtown will be going through six major projects. Whether it is an expansion of an already existing area or if buildings will be … [Read more...]
Official Press Release From The Arlington Economic Development Corporation
Arlington, TX – December 1, 2021 – Arlington Economic Development Corporation announced today that after an extensive national search with executive search firm, The PACE Group, the organization has named Mr. Broderick Green as AEDC!s new Executive Director. He will begin on December 15, 2021. "Broderick’s credentials, experience and … [Read more...]
Global Entrepreneurship Week is November 7-14
Every year in November, Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) reaches millions of people of all ages and backgrounds through local, national and global events and activities. During the week, speakers, panels, competitions, showcases and networking make up the thousands of events held around the world. The goal is to inspire millions to engage in … [Read more...]
DFW – Arlington, Best Tech Climate in Texas
Contrary to the misinformation being spread in Austin, DFW – Arlington is the best place for tech workers in Texas. That’s according to a 2021 Smart Asset ranking that found DFW – Arlington the third best tech area in the country. Austin came in at number 12, third best in Texas behind San Antonio. DFW – Arlington obviously needs a tech public … [Read more...]