ARLINGTON, Texas — Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Michael Jacobson today signed on to a statement with leaders from the Metro Eight Chambers of Commerce in support of Gov. Greg Abbott's plan to gradually open the Texas economy: "As leaders of the Texas business community, we applaud Gov. Abbott for focusing on the … [Read more...]
Greater Arlington Chamber Supports Gov. Abbott’s Plan to Reopen Economy
Arlington Community Unites to Honor Front Line Workers with Downtown Displays
ARLINGTON, TX - On Wednesday night, April 15, Downtown Arlington’s Dream sculpture lit up blue for the first time in support of all of the essential workers during this unprecedented time. By Thursday afternoon, just a few dozen feet away, 45 American flags were placed in the lawn of the Levitt Pavilion soaring with American pride. The display, … [Read more...]
Medical City and HCA Healthcare Support Local Foodbanks
Our hospitals are on the front lines of the fight against COVID-19, and we are thankful for our healthcare heroes. During this unprecedented time, Medical City Healthcare and its parent company, HCA, are committed to supporting their patients and the community. In response to COVID-19, HCA Healthcare has allocated more than $1 million in … [Read more...]
Urban Country Flower Co. Spreads Love by Giving Away Flowers
The greater Arlington business community continues to show acts of kindness when it comes to these difficult times. Urban Country Flower Co. located in Pantego, is one of those businesses who is shining a positive light on our community. The local flower shop did three days' worth of flower giveaways as a way to bring people together and to donate … [Read more...]
Four Ways the Texas Rangers are Giving Back
Arlington is the Entertainment Capital of North Texas, and the Texas Rangers are proud to call it home. Since the 1970s, the Texas Rangers have been a source of Arlington pride. Not only do they entertain us, but the Texas Rangers also represent our community’s values. While their season is delayed, the team is spending their time coming together … [Read more...]
Feed the Frontline Strives to Support Healthcare Heroes and Local Restaurants
This unprecedented time is proving that kindness and generosity in our community are stronger now more than ever. Nehemiah Builds, the nonprofit arm of The Nehemiah Company, has come up with an innovative way to support greater Arlington. Nehemiah Cares created the Feed the Frontline Project with the mission of supporting our healthcare and … [Read more...]