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ITD Precision Announces $1.6 Million Expansion
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ITD Precision Announces $1.6 Million Expansion Read more
TRP Selects Harlingen, Texas for "Green" Manufacturing Facility
HARLINGEN, TEXAS (August 12, 2011) -- Tire Recycling & Processing, LLC, (TRP) has announced plans to establish a center to process used tires into granules, carbon black and bio fuels in Harlingen. The... Read more
HARLINGEN, TEXAS (August 12, 2011) -- Tire Recycling & Processing, LLC, (TRP) has announced plans to establish a center to process used tires into granules, carbon black and bio fuels in Harlingen. The... Read more
Asian Eatery Expanding to Harlingen
Harlingen, Texas, August 17, 2011 - Panda Express, the California-based national leader in gourmet Chinese quick-service restaurants, has announced the mid-October opening of a new location in Harlingen,... Read more
Harlingen, Texas, August 17, 2011 - Panda Express, the California-based national leader in gourmet Chinese quick-service restaurants, has announced the mid-October opening of a new location in Harlingen,... Read more
HARLINGEN RANKS AMONG "100 LEADING LOCATIONS"
HARLINGEN, TEXAS (August 1, 2011) -- The Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) that includes Harlingen and Brownsville, Texas was ranked as one of the “100 Leading Locations for 2011” in the Spring 2011 issue of Area Development,... Read more
HARLINGEN, TEXAS (August 1, 2011) -- The Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) that includes Harlingen and Brownsville, Texas was ranked as one of the “100 Leading Locations for 2011” in the Spring 2011 issue of Area Development,... Read more
UNIVERSITY CENTER NEARS COMPLETION
HARLINGEN, TEXAS (July 29, 2011) – Finishing touches are being added to the new University Center on the campus of Texas State Technical College in Harlingen. The 38,000 square foot, $7.2 million building is designed... Read more
HARLINGEN, TEXAS (July 29, 2011) – Finishing touches are being added to the new University Center on the campus of Texas State Technical College in Harlingen. The 38,000 square foot, $7.2 million building is designed... Read more
BASS PRO OUTDOOR WORLD CONSTRUCTION CONTINUES
HARLINGEN, TEXAS (July 29, 2011) – Progress continues on the Bass Pro Outdoor World destination outdoor superstore slated to open in November. The 150,000 square foot store... Read more
HARLINGEN, TEXAS (July 29, 2011) – Progress continues on the Bass Pro Outdoor World destination outdoor superstore slated to open in November. The 150,000 square foot store... Read more
Harlingen EDC is Moving!!
The Harlingen Economic Development Corporation offices are moving on July 15, 2011 to 2424 Boxwood Street, Suite 125 Harlingen, Texas 78550. Phone number: 956.216.5081 and Fax number: 956.216.2580 Read more
The Harlingen Economic Development Corporation offices are moving on July 15, 2011 to 2424 Boxwood Street, Suite 125 Harlingen, Texas 78550. Phone number: 956.216.5081 and Fax number: 956.216.2580 Read more
Harlingen EDC Publishes 2009 - 2010 Annual Report
To view Harlingen EDC's 2009 - 2010 Annual Report, please click the link below. Harlingen EDC_Annual_Report_2009 - 2010 Read more
To view Harlingen EDC's 2009 - 2010 Annual Report, please click the link below. Harlingen EDC_Annual_Report_2009 - 2010 Read more
South Texas Franchise Showcase Coming to Harlingen!
South Texas Franchise ShowcaseFriday, June 10th Read more
South Texas Franchise ShowcaseFriday, June 10th Read more
Bass Pro Agreement Reached by City of Harlingen and EDC
Harlingen, Texas, December 11, 2010 -- The Harlingen City Commission and the Harlingen Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) today unanimously approved several measures that will help secure a Bass Pro Outdoor World “destination retail” store in Harlingen.The City Commission and HEDC Board... Read more
Harlingen, Texas, December 11, 2010 -- The Harlingen City Commission and the Harlingen Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) today unanimously approved several measures that will help secure a Bass Pro Outdoor World “destination retail” store in Harlingen.The City Commission and HEDC Board... Read more
Project to bring loft apartments, businesses to downtown Harlingen
A sweeping change is set to take over downtown Harlingen this New Year as a brand new mixed-use development opens its doors in town. "This... Read more
A sweeping change is set to take over downtown Harlingen this New Year as a brand new mixed-use development opens its doors in town. "This... Read more
Video on Redevelopment of Former Reese-Wil Mond Hotel
In case you missed the 6 pm news Monday on Channel 4, click here for a news story on redevelopment of the former Reese-Wil-Mond Hotel/Heritage Manor property into the mixed-use Reese Plaza. Please share with others interested in GOOD NEWS about Harlingen! A similar story... Read more
In case you missed the 6 pm news Monday on Channel 4, click here for a news story on redevelopment of the former Reese-Wil-Mond Hotel/Heritage Manor property into the mixed-use Reese Plaza. Please share with others interested in GOOD NEWS about Harlingen! A similar story... Read more
Rio South Texas Cities Rank Among Nation's "Best Performing"
Harlingen, Texas, November 23, 2010 - The two Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs) that make up the Rio South Texas region have been named among America’s “Best Performing Cities” by the Milken Institute, a California-based economic think tank. The report... Read more
Harlingen, Texas, November 23, 2010 - The two Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs) that make up the Rio South Texas region have been named among America’s “Best Performing Cities” by the Milken Institute, a California-based economic think tank. The report... Read more
TSTC Center to Offer Degrees from Multiple Universities
Harilngen, Texas, November 22, 2010 - Harlingen residents in the market for a college degree soon will be able to earn one without leaving the city limits, while Texas State Technical College graduates continuing their academic careers will find many more degree options available from four-year schools.University... Read more
Harilngen, Texas, November 22, 2010 - Harlingen residents in the market for a college degree soon will be able to earn one without leaving the city limits, while Texas State Technical College graduates continuing their academic careers will find many more degree options available from four-year schools.University... Read more
More Renewable Energy Could Boost Economy
Harlingen, TX, August 26, 2010 -- Increased development of the renewable energy industry in Texas could dramatically improve the state’s economy during the next 10 years, according to a new report. Job gains would jump to 22,900 per year, the Texas gross state product would increase by $2.7 billion per... Read more
Harlingen, TX, August 26, 2010 -- Increased development of the renewable energy industry in Texas could dramatically improve the state’s economy during the next 10 years, according to a new report. Job gains would jump to 22,900 per year, the Texas gross state product would increase by $2.7 billion per... Read more
Martin Named SEDC Honorary Life Member
The Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC) bestowed its highest honor, Honorary Life Membership, upon Bill Martin, CEO of the Harlingen Economic Development Corporation, at its annual conference in New Orleans. Read more
The Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC) bestowed its highest honor, Honorary Life Membership, upon Bill Martin, CEO of the Harlingen Economic Development Corporation, at its annual conference in New Orleans. Read more
Harlingen, TX Boasts Lowest Cost of Living in US
After consistently ranking among the ten lowest costs of living in the U.S., Harlingen, TX took over the top position in the nation for the second quarter of 2010. The rankings are compiled by the Council for Community and Economic Research. Read more
After consistently ranking among the ten lowest costs of living in the U.S., Harlingen, TX took over the top position in the nation for the second quarter of 2010. The rankings are compiled by the Council for Community and Economic Research. Read more
Kiplinger Ranks Harlingen, TX 3rd Least Expensive City to Live in the US
Kiplinger, a Washington, D.C.-based publisher of business forecasts and personal finance advice, ranks Harlingen third in their 10 Least-Expensive Cities for Living... Read more
Kiplinger, a Washington, D.C.-based publisher of business forecasts and personal finance advice, ranks Harlingen third in their 10 Least-Expensive Cities for Living... Read more
Martin certified as an econmic development professional
Bill Martin, chief executive officer of the Harlingen Economic Development Corporation, has been recertified by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). Martin became a “Certified Economic Developer” (CEcD) in 1986. At the time, he was among only 650 persons to achieve the Certified Economic Developer status.The Certified Economic... Read more
Bill Martin, chief executive officer of the Harlingen Economic Development Corporation, has been recertified by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). Martin became a “Certified Economic Developer” (CEcD) in 1986. At the time, he was among only 650 persons to achieve the Certified Economic Developer status.The Certified Economic... Read more
HHS ROTEC announces Harlingen, TX location
Harlingen, Texas, May 12, 2010 -- HHS Rotec, LLC has announced plans to establish a manufacturing operation that could employ up... Read more
Harlingen, Texas, May 12, 2010 -- HHS Rotec, LLC has announced plans to establish a manufacturing operation that could employ up... Read more
Cost of Living 6th Lowest in US
Harlingen, Texas, May 12, 2010 - The cost of living in Harlingen, Texas is the sixth lowest in the United States, according to the ACCRA Cost of Living Index released by the Council for Community and Economic... Read more
Harlingen, Texas, May 12, 2010 - The cost of living in Harlingen, Texas is the sixth lowest in the United States, according to the ACCRA Cost of Living Index released by the Council for Community and Economic... Read more
Tyco Flow Control Groundbreaking
Harlingen, Texas – April 22, 2010 –Tyco Flow Control, a business unit of Tyco International Ltd. (NYSE: TYC), broke ground today for their Harlingen, Texas facility expansion. Tyco’s nearly $5 million dollar investment will add 33,000 square feet to their existing 80,000 square foot facility in the Harlingen Industrial Park.In... Read more
Harlingen, Texas – April 22, 2010 –Tyco Flow Control, a business unit of Tyco International Ltd. (NYSE: TYC), broke ground today for their Harlingen, Texas facility expansion. Tyco’s nearly $5 million dollar investment will add 33,000 square feet to their existing 80,000 square foot facility in the Harlingen Industrial Park.In... Read more
Advanced Call Center Technologies adding 150 new jobs in Harlingen
HARLINGEN, TX - April 26, 2010 -Advanced Call Center Technologies, LLC is announcing an expansion of operations in Harlingen, TX that will bring over 150 new jobs to the region. A new client project with a national consumer finance... Read more
HARLINGEN, TX - April 26, 2010 -Advanced Call Center Technologies, LLC is announcing an expansion of operations in Harlingen, TX that will bring over 150 new jobs to the region. A new client project with a national consumer finance... Read more
Harlingen EDC Releases Consultants Report on South Texas Medical School
Today the Harlingen Economic Development Corporation (EDC) released a report from a consultant consortium of JMWatt Consulting/Altman/Verité ¦rom California, outlining a strategic plan to realize the objectives of S.B. 98 by Sen. Eddie Lucio, Jr. and to transform the Regional Academic Health Center (RAHC) into a medical... Read more
Today the Harlingen Economic Development Corporation (EDC) released a report from a consultant consortium of JMWatt Consulting/Altman/Verité ¦rom California, outlining a strategic plan to realize the objectives of S.B. 98 by Sen. Eddie Lucio, Jr. and to transform the Regional Academic Health Center (RAHC) into a medical... Read more
TSTC Plans Ground Breaking for University Building
TSTC PLANS GROUND BREAKING FOR UNIVERSITY BUILDINGJanuary27, 2010 Read more
TSTC PLANS GROUND BREAKING FOR UNIVERSITY BUILDINGJanuary27, 2010 Read more
HEDC Staff attends International Conference of Shopping Centers
The Harlingen EDC staff attended the International Conference of Shopping Centers (ICSC) Trade Show November 2-4, 2009. Participants of the trade show included shopping center owners, developers, property managers, marketing specialists, investors, lenders, restaurants, retailers, as well as public... Read more
The Harlingen EDC staff attended the International Conference of Shopping Centers (ICSC) Trade Show November 2-4, 2009. Participants of the trade show included shopping center owners, developers, property managers, marketing specialists, investors, lenders, restaurants, retailers, as well as public... Read more
FITCH Affirms Harlingen Rating at "A+"
Fitch Ratings has affirmed its “A ” rating on the City of Harlingen’s general obligation bonds and certificates of obligation. Their Rating Outlooks is “Stable.” Read more
Fitch Ratings has affirmed its “A ” rating on the City of Harlingen’s general obligation bonds and certificates of obligation. Their Rating Outlooks is “Stable.” Read more
Harlingen Ties for Fourth Lowest Cost of Living in U.S.
HARLINGEN, Texas (October 23, 2009) -- Harlingen, Texas tied for the fourth lowest cost of living in nation, according to the third quarter report of the ACCRA Cost of Living Index prepared by the Council for Community and... Read more
HARLINGEN, Texas (October 23, 2009) -- Harlingen, Texas tied for the fourth lowest cost of living in nation, according to the third quarter report of the ACCRA Cost of Living Index prepared by the Council for Community and... Read more
RSTC Members Pledge for Regional Collaboration
The Rio South Texas Economic Council — a non-profit alliance of local governments, economic development organizations and stakeholders committed to working toward regional prosperity in the four southernmost Texas counties of Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr and Willacy — signed a "collaboration resolution" today. The resolution marked... Read more
The Rio South Texas Economic Council — a non-profit alliance of local governments, economic development organizations and stakeholders committed to working toward regional prosperity in the four southernmost Texas counties of Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr and Willacy — signed a "collaboration resolution" today. The resolution marked... Read more
Rio South Texas Council on a Regional Route
Read the article printed in the September 2009 Valley Business Report by Keven Knoch on the new regional group -- Rio South Texas Economic Council and their goals for Rio South Texas. Read more
Read the article printed in the September 2009 Valley Business Report by Keven Knoch on the new regional group -- Rio South Texas Economic Council and their goals for Rio South Texas. Read more
United Health Group Service Opens In Harlingen
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View the full story at valleycentral.com. Click here for the article Read more
Harlingen wins Merit Awards from SEDC
The Harlingen EDC was recently recognized and awarded two communications awards at the Southern Economic Development Council Annual Meeting in August 2009. The awards were for the Direct Mail Campaign... Read more
The Harlingen EDC was recently recognized and awarded two communications awards at the Southern Economic Development Council Annual Meeting in August 2009. The awards were for the Direct Mail Campaign... Read more
Positive Job Market Expected for Brownsville-Harlingen, TX MSA
June 9, 2009 – Brownsville-Harlingen area employers expect to hire at a steady pace during the third quarter of 2009, according to the Manpower Employment Outlook Survey. From July to September, 20% of the companies interviewed plan to hire more... Read more
June 9, 2009 – Brownsville-Harlingen area employers expect to hire at a steady pace during the third quarter of 2009, according to the Manpower Employment Outlook Survey. From July to September, 20% of the companies interviewed plan to hire more... Read more
Harlingen EDC Attends the Matamoros Trade Show
The Harlingen Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) participated in the Matamoros Maquiladora Association Trade Show held on May 21 and 22. The trade show is held each year to bring the Maquiladoras and their major suppliers together in order to network, find... Read more
The Harlingen Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) participated in the Matamoros Maquiladora Association Trade Show held on May 21 and 22. The trade show is held each year to bring the Maquiladoras and their major suppliers together in order to network, find... Read more
UnitedHealth Group in Harlingen, Texas
HARLINGEN, Texas (March 24, 2009) – Texas Governor Rick Perry and Harlingen Mayor Chris Boswell welcomed leaders from UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) to Harlingen City Hall today, where they announced that the Company will begin accepting job applications immediately for positions at... Read more
HARLINGEN, Texas (March 24, 2009) – Texas Governor Rick Perry and Harlingen Mayor Chris Boswell welcomed leaders from UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) to Harlingen City Hall today, where they announced that the Company will begin accepting job applications immediately for positions at... Read more
HARLINGEN COST OF LIVING IN 2008 RANKS FOURTH LOWEST IN U.S.
Harlingen, Texas (March 18, 2009) -- The cost of living in Harlingen, Texas ranked fourth lowest in the nation for 2008, according to the report prepared by... Read more
Harlingen, Texas (March 18, 2009) -- The cost of living in Harlingen, Texas ranked fourth lowest in the nation for 2008, according to the report prepared by... Read more
Harlingen Service Center
UNITEDHEALTH GROUP TO OPEN NEW SERVICE CENTER IN HARLINGEN, TEXASVote paves way for construction of facility and the creation... Read more
UNITEDHEALTH GROUP TO OPEN NEW SERVICE CENTER IN HARLINGEN, TEXASVote paves way for construction of facility and the creation... Read more
Aloe Laboratories, Inc. Expands In Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, Texas, February 5, 2009Aloe Laboratories, Inc., a vertically integrated aloe vera farming and processing company, has announced a decision to expand their Harlingen, Texas facility. With an investment in excess of $500,000,... Read more
Harlingen, Texas, February 5, 2009Aloe Laboratories, Inc., a vertically integrated aloe vera farming and processing company, has announced a decision to expand their Harlingen, Texas facility. With an investment in excess of $500,000,... Read more
Automotive Supplier Selects Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, Texas, January 8, 2009Spring Dynamics, Inc., an Almont, Michigan-based manufacturer of custom precision springs for the automotive industry, announced today that it has selected Harlingen, Texas... Read more
Harlingen, Texas, January 8, 2009Spring Dynamics, Inc., an Almont, Michigan-based manufacturer of custom precision springs for the automotive industry, announced today that it has selected Harlingen, Texas... Read more
Harlingen Employment Outlook for 2009 - 1st Quarter
December 9, 2008 – Brownsville-Harlingen area employers expect to hire at a positive pace during the first quarter of 2009, according to the Manpower Employment Outlook Survey. Among survey participants, the Brownsville-Harlingen area employment outlook is the sixth best... Read more
December 9, 2008 – Brownsville-Harlingen area employers expect to hire at a positive pace during the first quarter of 2009, according to the Manpower Employment Outlook Survey. Among survey participants, the Brownsville-Harlingen area employment outlook is the sixth best... Read more
Harlingen EDC at the Bi-National Convention in Altamira, Tamaulipas
December 4, 2008Harlingen Well Represented at the Bi-National Convention in Altamira, Tamaulipas The... Read more
December 4, 2008Harlingen Well Represented at the Bi-National Convention in Altamira, Tamaulipas The... Read more
Harlingen EDC Supports Regional Economic Development Efforts
Harlingen, TX (November10, 2008) -- The Harlingen Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) has placed a high priority on the development of regional alliances that promote economic development. During the past few months, several new initiatives have been implemented. Read more
Harlingen, TX (November10, 2008) -- The Harlingen Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) has placed a high priority on the development of regional alliances that promote economic development. During the past few months, several new initiatives have been implemented. Read more
Harlingen EDC Launches New Website
November 5, 2008The Harlingen Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) unveiled a new web site today, designed to attract corporate investment to Harlingen. Read more
November 5, 2008The Harlingen Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) unveiled a new web site today, designed to attract corporate investment to Harlingen. Read more
Harlingen, TX "Fact File" Wins Award
The Harlingen “Fact File,” a community profile in the form of a file folder, has received a “Merit Award” in the Literature and Promotion Awards of the Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC). The “Fact File” was developed by the Harlingen (TX) Economic Development Corporation (HEDC). Read more
The Harlingen “Fact File,” a community profile in the form of a file folder, has received a “Merit Award” in the Literature and Promotion Awards of the Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC). The “Fact File” was developed by the Harlingen (TX) Economic Development Corporation (HEDC). Read more
Valley International Airport Reopens U.S. Customs and Border Protection Facility
Announcment could open the door to more international traffic. Read more
Announcment could open the door to more international traffic. Read more
Harlingen Job Market Expected to be Among Strongest in Nation
Harlingen area employers expect to hire at a vigorous pace during the second quarter of 2008, according to the Manpower Employment Outlook Survey. Among survey participants, the Harlingen area employment outlook is the seventh best in the nation.From April to June, 53% of the companies interviewed plan... Read more
Harlingen area employers expect to hire at a vigorous pace during the second quarter of 2008, according to the Manpower Employment Outlook Survey. Among survey participants, the Harlingen area employment outlook is the seventh best in the nation.From April to June, 53% of the companies interviewed plan... Read more
Harlingen Ranks 3rd Lowest Cost of Living in U.S.
Harlingen, Texas tied for the third lowest cost of living in nation, according to the report for the first quarter of 2008 prepared by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). An earlier report, released in February 2008, on the annual average cost... Read more
Harlingen, Texas tied for the third lowest cost of living in nation, according to the report for the first quarter of 2008 prepared by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). An earlier report, released in February 2008, on the annual average cost... Read more
Pocket Communications Selects Harlingen, Texas!
Pocket Communications, a San Antonio, Texas-based wireless voice and data service provider, announced today it has selected Harlingen, Texas as the location for its flagship customer service center.The firm has leased an 18,000 square foot building at 6906 West Expressway... Read more
Pocket Communications, a San Antonio, Texas-based wireless voice and data service provider, announced today it has selected Harlingen, Texas as the location for its flagship customer service center.The firm has leased an 18,000 square foot building at 6906 West Expressway... Read more