Investing in itself, Kilgore has seen industrial property values grow 551 percent in the past three-and-a-half decades. In 1990, when Kilgore Economic Development Corporation was formed, those values were approximately $67 million. In 2025, they’re a little more than $435 million. Meanwhile, the commercial sector increased almost 497 percent, residential by 301 percent. The community’s […]
Only EDC earning recognition in East Texas Story by Paula Jimenez [Washington, DC] – The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) has announced that the Tyler Economic Development Council has been reaccredited as an Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO). This recognition places them among only 93 economic development organizations that hold this prestigious status. Originally accredited […]
East Texas Council of Governments receives a 2025 Aliceann Wohlbruck Impact Award ETCOG has received a 2025 Aliceann Wohlbruck Impact Award from the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) for its efforts in building Veteran-Friendly Communities in East Texas. The Veteran-Friendly Community Designation Program launched in 2024 as a collaborative effort between ETCOG, the Alamo Area Council […]
Story by Paula Jimenez Courtesy photos by the East Texas Council of Governments “I look forward to learning more about successful processes and programs from other Councils of Governments and how they might help ETCOG fill service and funding gaps in our region.” Whitehouse Mayor James Wansley In a significant step for regional leadership, Whitehouse […]
Story by Jennifer Hines Tyler, TX – When a Tyler ISD senior picks up a welding torch, they’re not just practicing a skill—they’re preparing for a career in one of Texas’ most in-demand industries. For many, that torch leads to a job offer before graduation, dual credit college courses already underway, or an industry certification […]
Story by Joycelyne Fadojutimi/www.infinitieplusmag.com The recent UT Tyler announcement and ribbon cutting was a significant event marking the opening of a new building at the Longview campus and the official announcement of a new Physician Assistant (PA) program. The gathering brought together university leadership, state legislators, local officials, faculty, students, and community members to celebrate […]
