News from 2021

Ribbon Cutting Recap: Ella B’s

Ribbon Cutting Recap: Ella B’s

    The Chamber Ambassadors held an amazing Ribbon Cutting at Ella B’s in Arlington on April 8, 2021! EllaB’s is a full-service casual dining restaurant with a bar offering dinner service, happy hour with crafted cocktails, catering, and a beautiful private...

City Council Candidate Showcase Sponsored by the Chamber

Ten of the fourteen candidates competing for the four Arlington city council districts in the May 1st election appeared at a virtual City Council Candidate Showcase this morning. All candidates were invited, but four were unable to participate.There are a total of...

TCC Foundation Offering 500+ Scholarships

In preparation for the 2020-2021 school session, the Tarrant County College Foundation will be offering over 500 need and merit-based scholarships. The college aims to further its mission of providing affordable and open access to quality education.  The scholarships...

Business Friendly Bills Pass the Texas House

Two bills passed the Texas House today and are headed to the Senate: HB7 by Button and HB1195 by Geren. The Coalition of Chambers communicated with all our members of the legislature yesterday asking for their vote for these two bills. HB7 by Angie Chen Button...

Paycheck Protection Plan Loan Window Extended

Small businesses will have more time to apply for a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan thanks to swift action from Congress and the Biden administration ahead of the application deadline. President Biden signed the PPP Extension Act into law yesterday, providing...