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News ReleaseTexas Economic Development CouncilFor more information contact:Mr. Carlton SchwabPresident/CEOTexas Economic Development Council(512) 480-8432carlton@texasedc.orgFor ReleaseOctober 30th, 2025TEDC Recognizes Graduates of the Certified Texas Economic Developer ProgramThe Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC), in partnership with the Texas A&M Engineering & Extension Service (TEEX), recognized the graduates of the Certified Texas Economic...Continue Reading

The Trinity Valley Small Business Development Center (SBDC) recently received the SBDC of the Year Award for delivering outstanding results and positively impacting the local community. The organization reached 147% of its goal for clients served and 105% of its business start goal. This recognition underscores the organization’s deep commitment...Continue Reading

It’s always a good time to invest in Palestine, Texas—but recent developments make this an especially strategic moment for business owners, entrepreneurs, and franchisees to explore Main Street and the recently renovated surrounding areas. New commercial properties have hit the real estate market in this high-demand area, and the Palestine...Continue Reading

New team member brings a passion for community growth and will support PEDC’s workforce, business retention, and marketing programs.Admire Joins PEDC to Support Key Growth InitiativesThe Palestine Economic Development Corporation (PEDC) is proud to welcome Mary Ann Admire as its new Business Intelligence and Marketing Analyst. In this role, Admire...Continue Reading