Edinburg Chamber to Host New Member Orientation on Friday, March 14

March 13, 2025

Staff Report Edinburg TX — The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce will hold a New Member Orientation on Friday, March 14, 2025, offering an opportunity for members to learn about available benefits and engagement opportunities. The orientation will take place at…

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Sweet 16

March 13, 2025

By Dr. M. Ray Perryman The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is the nation’s best-known framework for categorizing US higher education institutions into tiers based on various criteria. Of particular interest from an economic perspective are the designations…

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Edinburg EDC’s FLIP Program Enhances Local Business Landscapes

March 13, 2025

Photo above: The Edinburg EDC’s FLIP program will open for applications this coming Monday. Courtesy Edinburg EDC. Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) continues to bolster local businesses through its Façade and Lot Improvement Program (FLIP), offering…

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Tariffs on US Imports from Canada and Mexico will cost 1.9 million US jobs if Sustained

March 6, 2025

The Perryman Group Releases Estimates of Total Economic Costs, March 05, 2025 Tariffs of 25% on virtually all goods imported from Mexico and Canada with the exception of Canadian energy products (which are scheduled to be 10%) were recently announced.…

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Courtyard by Marriott Hotel Coming to Edinburg; Construction Set to Begin

March 3, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG TX — The City of Edinburg and the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) have announced the construction of a Courtyard by Marriott hotel, set to bring new lodging options and employment opportunities to the area. The 70,065-square-foot facility, located at 700…

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The Potential Economic Impact of Sustained, Significant Tariffs on Imports from China

February 23, 2025

A 10% tariff on all imports from China recently took effect, with a higher levy of 25% on steel and aluminum. China is an important US trading partner, with 2024 imports of more than $438.9 billion and exports of $143.5…

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Edinburg Chamber Announces Business Ribbon Cuttings, Networking Mixer

February 18, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce announced a lineup of business events this week, including multiple ribbon-cutting ceremonies and a networking mixer designed to foster business growth and community connections. Upcoming Events: The Chamber encourages local professionals…

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Edinburg Chamber Launches Membership Drive Tuesday, Wednesday Ahead of 100th Anniversary

February 11, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG, Texas – The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is launching a two-day membership drive on Feb. 11-12 as it prepares to celebrate its 100th anniversary. The initiative aims to expand the Chamber’s membership base while highlighting its century-long…

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Edinburg Chamber, EDC to Host Small Business Funding Seminar Wed., Feb. 5th

February 4, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG TX—Local entrepreneurs and small business owners will have the opportunity to explore funding options at the “Funding Opportunities for Your Small Business” seminar, hosted by the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation. The…

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Where the Jobs Are

February 4, 2025

Dr. M. Ray Perryman The US Bureau of Labor Statistics recently released data related to the employment growth by state in 2024. Texas led the way by a substantial margin, but job numbers were up for most states. Let’s explore…

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