economy, business and finance
Larry Woods of Visit Boerne Receives Prestigious Marion Szurek Leadership Award for Transformative Tourism Work
Larry Woods, Director of Visit Boerne, has been honored with the 2025 Marion Szurek Leadership Award for his 56-year career transforming Texas tourism through strategic vision, mentorship, and advocacy that has strengthened communities statewide.
Tactical Resources Advances Texas Rare Earth Project to Bolster U.S. Supply Chain Sovereignty
Tactical Resources is developing its Peak Project in Texas to establish domestic rare earth element production, reducing reliance on Chinese-dominated supply chains critical for semiconductors, electric vehicles, and national defense technologies.
StatLab Medical Products Launches PiSmart S1 Slide Printer with Texas Manufacturing Expansion
StatLab Medical Products has launched the PiSmart S1 single-hopper slide printer while expanding its Arlington, Texas manufacturing facility to begin domestic slide production by 2025, enhancing laboratory efficiency and domestic supply chain reliability.
EverDriven Expands Alternative Student Transportation Services Across Texas, Serving Over 14,000 Vulnerable Students
EverDriven has significantly expanded its alternative student transportation network in Texas, completing over 860,000 trips and serving more than 14,000 students, primarily those experiencing housing instability or requiring special education support.
Texas Construction Leader Transitions to Full-Time Ministry, Blending Practical Skills with Spiritual Service
Jerry Lewis, a former successful Texas construction executive, has shifted to full-time ministry work, using his professional expertise to help congregations and communities navigate construction projects and crises while maintaining his core mission of serving others.
DFW Car and Toy Museum to Host Second Annual Car Swap Meet in November 2025
The DFW Car and Toy Museum's upcoming Car Swap Meet offers automotive enthusiasts access to rare parts and memorabilia while supporting vehicle restoration and preserving automotive heritage through community engagement.
Mercedes SLK320 Gullwing Tribute Showcases Innovative Automotive Preservation at DFW Car & Toy Museum
A custom-built Mercedes SLK320 transformed into a 300SL Gullwing tribute demonstrates how modern engineering can preserve automotive heritage while maintaining contemporary reliability and performance standards.
SRS Real Estate Partners Facilitates $3.88 Million Circle K Ground Lease Sale in Strategic Florida Development
SRS Real Estate Partners completed a $3.88 million ground lease transaction for a Circle K property in Odessa, Florida, highlighting the continued investor demand for credit-tenanted retail assets and SRS's dominant market position in convenience store real estate.
CNSide Diagnostics Receives CMS Accreditation for Houston Laboratory, Expanding Access to CNS Cancer Testing
CNSide Diagnostics has achieved CMS accreditation for its Houston clinical laboratory, enabling broader patient access to advanced diagnostic testing for central nervous system cancers through expanded insurance coverage and state licensure.
DFW Car & Toy Museum Acquires Historic 1950 Mercedes-Benz 170S Cabriolet B
The DFW Car & Toy Museum has added a historically significant 1950 Mercedes-Benz 170S Cabriolet B to its collection, representing the automaker's pivotal postwar return to prestige manufacturing and symbolizing the rebirth of European automotive excellence.
Provident Financial Services Reports Strong Q2 2025 Earnings Growth and Robust Loan Portfolio Expansion
Provident Financial Services Inc demonstrates significant financial recovery with improved profitability metrics and substantial loan growth, positioning the company for continued momentum in Texas's banking sector.
Hooker Furniture Reports Q2 Revenue Decline Amid Market Challenges, Maintains Operational Resilience
Hooker Furniture Corporation's second-quarter fiscal 2026 results show a 13.6% revenue decline to $82.1 million, driven by weak demand and customer bankruptcy, while the company implements cost-saving measures and maintains strong order momentum.
Palladium USA Completes $36 Million Mixed-Income Housing Development in Mesquite
Palladium USA's $36 million multifamily development in Mesquite provides 111 mixed-income housing units, addressing workforce housing needs while supporting economic growth through strategic financing and community amenities.
DFW Car & Toy Museum Acquires Rare 1983 Mazda RX-7 GSL with Under 4,000 Original Miles
The DFW Car & Toy Museum's acquisition of an exceptionally preserved 1983 Mazda RX-7 GSL with fewer than 4,000 miles provides a valuable historical record of automotive innovation and ensures future generations can study Mazda's rotary engine technology.
Capsquery Automation Solution Eliminates Manual CRM Data Entry for Texas Businesses
Capsquery Private Limited has deployed a smart automation system that connects email data directly to client CRM systems, significantly reducing manual work and errors while improving operational efficiency for businesses across multiple industries.
Heights Wellness Retreat Expands to Dallas with Multi-Unit Franchise Agreement
Heights Wellness Retreat enters the Texas market with a Dallas expansion led by veteran entrepreneurs, introducing innovative wellness therapies amid growing consumer demand for holistic health services.
SRS Real Estate Partners Strengthens Capital Markets Team with Key Dallas Appointment
SRS Real Estate Partners has appointed retail investment veteran Ryan Byrne to lead National Retail Investments expansion in the South Central region, signaling strategic growth in Texas' commercial real estate sector.
VW Thing Joins Ron Sturgeon Collection, Highlighting Automotive Heritage and Economic Impact
The acquisition of a 1973 Volkswagen Type 181 'Thing' for the Ron Sturgeon collection underscores the enduring appeal of unique automotive designs and their role in Texas's cultural and economic landscape.
Massimo Group Expands Retail Presence Through Partnership with Major Farm and Ranch Retailer
Massimo Group's strategic partnership with the largest U.S. farm and ranch retailer expands its powersports vehicle availability to over 1,200 locations, enhancing accessibility for families nationwide.
DFW Car & Toy Museum Exhibits Rare 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata with Under 5,700 Miles
The DFW Car & Toy Museum is showcasing an exceptionally preserved 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata from the Ron Sturgeon Collection, highlighting the vehicle's role in revitalizing the sports car market and its enduring legacy in automotive history.
Plastics Pipe Institute Endorses Texas Water Infrastructure Proposition 4
The Plastics Pipe Institute has endorsed Proposition 4, highlighting how plastic piping technology can help Texas achieve durable, efficient water infrastructure while reducing water loss and taxpayer costs.
Texas Functional Health Centers Launches TRUForm Program for Chronic Pain Relief
Texas Functional Health Centers has introduced the TRUForm Program, a 90-day comprehensive system offering natural pain relief and rehabilitation for patients who have not found success with conventional treatments, representing a significant advancement in functional health approaches.
Manulife and TruAmerica Launch $1 Billion Affordable Housing Joint Venture with Major Texas Presence
A $1 billion joint venture between Manulife Investment Management and TruAmerica Multifamily acquires 6,000 affordable housing units across major markets including Texas cities, addressing the critical national housing shortage while creating institutional investment opportunities.
Redwood Logistics Q3 2025 Index Reveals Bajío–Mexico City–Querétaro Corridor as Key Driver of North American Trade Growth
Redwood Logistics' latest cross-border index identifies Mexico's Bajío–Mexico City–Querétaro corridor as an emerging economic powerhouse with significant implications for North American supply chains and Texas-based businesses.
Sparkle Grooming Co. Expands into Texas with 25 New Franchise Licenses
Sparkle Grooming Co. announces significant Texas expansion with 25 new licenses in San Antonio and Austin markets, bringing its wellness-focused dog grooming services and innovative membership model to the state under experienced regional leadership.
Evocative CEO to Address AI-Driven Data Center Transformation at Industry Conference
Evocative CEO Derek Garnier will participate in a panel discussion at Datacloud USA 2025 exploring how artificial intelligence is forcing data center operators to rethink infrastructure design, power architecture, and sustainability strategies to accommodate unprecedented computational demands.
Otovo USA Launches AI-Powered Home Energy Service in Texas with $4 Million Funding
Clean-energy innovator John Berger's new company Otovo USA introduces an integrated home energy solution combining retail electricity, service, and trading through its proprietary AI platform Endurance, addressing reliability gaps for homeowners while planning nationwide expansion.
Ace Green Recycling and Gold Star Metals Forge Major Battery Recycling Partnership in Texas
Ace Green Recycling's multi-year agreement with Gold Star Metals secures up to 100,000 metric tons of used lead-acid batteries annually, strengthening Texas' position in sustainable battery recycling and supporting the state's clean technology infrastructure.