Move to a Texas Certified Retirement Community
21 May 2018
Retire in Texas and enjoy small town hospitality, an incredible amount of amenities, friendly folks, low-cost of living and historic charm. This is all possible in Palestine, Texas. We are a Texas Certified Retirement Community, have undergone an extensive application process and have found to be an ideal place to retire.
Whether you are currently living in another part of Texas, are looking to leave a big city on the Coast or searching for your dream retirement property - this is the place to be. We are one of the oldest historic cities in East Texas, focus on historic preservation, have incredible outdoor spaces, shopping, dining, entertainment, health care, and more.
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Mayor touts near 'full employment'
May 14 2018Declaring Palestine enjoys nearly full employment, Mayor Steve Presley proclaimed May 7-10 “Economic Development Week.”
“Locally, they [the Palestine Economic Development Corporation]are very active,” Presley told the Herald-Press on Tuesday. “They've created nearly full employment for the community, with more jobs available than there are people.”
Nevertheless, the...

Palestine, TX has an Airport
May 14 2018Flying in and out of Palestine is easy for smaller aircraft. We have a municipal airport with two runways, a self-serve fuel pump that operates 24/7/365 and pilot controlled runway lighting for night flights. There is even a courtesy car available for those who need it.
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It's National Economic Development Week!
May 9 2018It's National Economic Development Week and we are celebrating all economic development organizations which range from the Palestine Economic Development Corporation, Palestine Tourism and Palestine Area Chamber of Commerce, neighborhood development, utility companies, educational institutions, technology development agencies and more. Stay tuned!