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Wednesday, May 17, 2023Summer Activations Headed to Norma Urban Park in Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX – The Office of Mayor Paulette Guajardo, City of Corpus Christi, Visit Corpus Christi (VCC), The United Chamber of Commerce, and the DMD have teamed up with the Better Block Foundation (a Texas-based international urban design nonprofit) to bring a summer of pop-up activations to Norma Urban Park located on the Peoples Street T-head in Downtown Corpus Christi. The activations and design of the space will bring to life a community vision for a more vibrant and engaging Norma Urban Park
Monday, May 15, 2023Commissioner Dawn Buckingham and Texas GLO to celebrate completion of affordable rental housing comp
AUSTIN – On Thursday, May 18, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., will celebrate the completion of Village at Greenwood Apartments, a multifamily rental community built to replenish affordable rental housing destroyed by Hurricane Harvey. The GLO awarded nearly $12 million to build the 69-unit affordable rental complex. Of these, 75% of all units are guaranteed for low- to moderate-income (LMI) residents. The media is welcome to attend.WHO: Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., Texas General
Monday, May 08, 2023NUECES COUNTY JUDGE CONNIE SCOTT TO HEADLINE STATE OF THE COUNTY EVENT
Robstown, TX - The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce will host the annual State of the County event with Judge Connie Scott and the County Commissioners. Guests of the event can expect to hear about the priorities of each Commissioner, with a keynote from Judge Scott, as it relates to the economic development of Nueces County. “We are pleased to host Judge Scott’s first State of the County address. We look forward to hearing her share her vision for the future of Nueces County,” said Al
Tuesday, May 02, 2023Corpus Christi ISD wins H-E-B ‘Excellence in Education’ award
During the 2023 H-E-B Excellence in Education awards celebration held Sunday evening in San Antonio, Corpus Christi ISD was named the statewide winner in the Large District category. The award includes $100,000 for the winning district. “H-E-B is an exceptionally strong supporter of public education,” said Superintendent Dr. Roland Hernandez. “For them to recognize CCISD at this level is truly gratifying. We thank our staff, students, and families for their daily dedication, which makes it possible for our
Monday, May 01, 202312th Annual Coastal Bend Hurricane Conference
Wednesday, March 01, 2023CHAMBER SUPPORTS THE TEXAS JOBS AND SECURITY ACT / GOVERNOR ABBOTT TO VISIT CORPUS CHRISTI
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX - The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) is backing legislation to create new economic development incentives to locate businesses in Texas. Co-Authored by State Representative Todd Hunter, the Texas Jobs and Security Act (HB 5) will provide a critical economic development tool to create new jobs, investments, and tax revenue while keeping Texas competitive in attracting businesses to relocate or expand here. The incentives will be targeted and temporary in attracting
Tuesday, February 28, 2023CHAMBER SUPPORTS SECOND CAUSEWAY TO NORTH PADRE ISLAND
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX - The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) passed a resolution in support of moving forward with the environmental studies needed to construct a second causeway accessing North Padre Island and add the project to TxDoT’s ten year plan. The Chamber's Infrastructure & Mobility recommended approval to the Chamber Board of Directors, which voted to approve the resolution on Friday, February 24th. “Padre and Mustang Islands are some of the most popular tourist destinations
Friday, February 17, 2023Leaders Prepare For Coastal Bend Day at the Capitol
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX - The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Coastal Bend Day at the Capitol in Austin on February 22, 2023. Corpus Christi Mayor Paulette Guajardo, Port of Corpus Christi Chairman Charles W. Zahn, United Corpus Christi Chamber Board Chair May Mendoza, and other leaders from the region will travel to Austin to meet with lawmakers and discuss key issues facing the coastal bend and the state of Texas. On the agenda are items pertaining to economic development, water
Thursday, February 16, 2023United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce Foundation Donates $15,000 to Islander Athletics
Corpus Christi, TX – The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce Foundation has pledged $15,000 to Islander Athletics in appreciation of the volunteer support of the Chamber’s annual Conquer the Coast Bicycling Event. On Thursday, February 9th, the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce presented checks to Islander Athletics and also to Bikes for Kids during halftime at the Islander Men’s Basketball game. Bikes for Kids is an initiative to give a new bike to children in need in the Corpus Christi
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Tuesday, January 31, 2023United Chamber Board of Directors Sworn Into Office
Corpus Christi, TX - On January 26, 2023, the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce (United Chamber) celebrated the accomplishments and service of our community leaders in the Coastal Bend area. United Chamber Pres/CEO Al Arreola Jr., shared welcome remarks and shared remarks regarding the unique history of our Chamber emphasizing the unique and special commemoration of the legacies of the Corpus Christi Chamber & Corpus Christi Hispanic Chamber. Immediate-Past Chair Sam Longoria shared highlights
Thursday, November 17, 2022Port of Corpus Christi marks 100 years, milestones during 2022 State of the Port
The Port of Corpus Christi, since its inception in 1922 and the aftermath of a devastating hurricane that decimated the area, has been an integral part of South Texas and the Coastal Bend’s identity as a key economic engine. Over 100 years, the port has grown from humble beginnings to become the nation’s No. 1 gateway for outgoing, U.S.-born crude, the No. 2 gateway for liquefied natural gas exports and the largest port in the country in terms of total revenue tonnage. Chairman Charles W. Zahn Jr., during
Wednesday, November 09, 2022Study shows more people will shop online this holiday season, but there are exceptions
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — It may come at no or little surprise, but according to a national study, people are planning to do more online shopping this holiday season. 3NEWS spoke with local resident, Emmett Scott Perdue, who said that the allure of online shopping is due to accessibility. "It's more convenient and it's delivered right to your door," Perdue said. According to a study by Radial Incorporated, an eCommerce fulfillment center, 58-percent of consumers plan to increase online shopping this year
Wednesday, October 19, 2022New face to lead United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce
CORPUS CHRISTI — On October 24, a new face will lead the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce. Al Arreola Jr, the new president and CEO, was most recently the head of the South Texas Business Partnership in San Antonio since May 2014. “It feels like being back home,” Arreola said. “A lot of familiar faces a lot of friendly faces. I am a proud graduate on Texas A&M Corpus Christi in 2003.” He said things were much different back then when it came to jobs. “It was hard for anybody to find work,” he
Monday, October 17, 2022United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce Appoints Al Arreola Jr. as President/CEO
The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors announces the appointment of Al Arreola Jr., former President / CEO of the South Texas Business Partnership in San Antonio, TX. Arreola will formally begin work in his new position on October 24th. He succeeds John LaRue, who submitted his interest to retire earlier this year after serving three years as President/CEO. “After an extensive search, the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is pleased and excited to announce the
Friday, October 14, 2022United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce appoints new president, CEO
The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce board of directors announced the appointment of a new president and CEO. Al Arreola Jr., former president and CEO of the South Texas Business Partnership in San Antonio, will start his new role on Oct. 24. After an extensive search, Arreola will replace current president and CEO John LaRue, who submitted his interest to retire earlier this year, according to a news release.
