What's new in Marshall

TSTC Adds to Their Growing Toolkit for Process Operations Training$61,350 was awarded to the Process Operations program at Texas State Technical College in Marshall.  The funding resulted from a matching grant program through the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) for High Demand Job Training Grants (HDJT).  Marshall Economic Development Corporation applied for the funds in 2022 with assistance from Workforce Solutions East Texas, the regional workforce board covering 14 counties, including Harrison.  The HDJT funds are being used to purchase cloud-based software that includes simulations for a gas-fired steam boiler and a cooling water tower with virtual reality, plus instructor training...

Marshall, Texas: Marshall ISD took advantage of a Career & Technical Education (CTE) Development Grant offered by Marshall Economic Development (MED) this past April to attend the SkillsUSA Texas State Leadership and Skills Conference in Corpus Christi, TX.  The grant paid for up to $10,000 in travel, fees, and other expenditures related to the conference for CTE Director Charlotte Leon; MED Business Retention, Expansion, and Workforce Development (BRE/WD) manager Robert Andrade; as well as 4 additional Marshall ISD educators Deitra Rogers, Dwain Knight, Rosiland Deckard, and Erica Wilson to attend.  The team was focused on learning more about how to...

First High Demand Job Training Grant Awarded to an HBCU in TexasThe first-ever Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) High Demand Job Training Grant (HDJT) awarded to a Historically Black College or University came one step closer to fruition with the payment of grant funds from Marshall Economic Development Corporation to Wiley University.    The total grant of $135,000 was approved for Wiley University’s Workforce Development Program in Marshall, Texas.  The goal of the project is to train and serve the educational needs of working individuals aged 25 or older toward earning a degree and obtaining skills in organizational management.  The grant...

Marshall Economic Development donates $9,100 to Marshall Education Foundation  MARSHALL, TEXAS — Marshall Economic Development is proud to announce a significant contribution of $9,100 to the Marshall Education Foundation. The funds were raised through ticket sales and promotional items sold during the highly successful Economic Summit 2024 | Leadership Conference, showcasing the collaborative efforts and unwavering support of the Marshall/Harrison County market.The donation shows the true dedication of the community towards bolstering educational opportunities and investing in the future of Marshall's studentsIn response to this generous contribution, the Marshall Education Foundation expresses profound gratitude."Marshall Education Foundation appreciates the generous donation...

Youth leadership is a cornerstone of societal progress and resilience, embodying the next generation's potential, energy, and innovation. In communities like Marshall, Texas, fostering youth leadership isn't just an option—it's necessary for sustainable development and prosperity.At its essence, youth leadership encompasses the cultivation of essential skills, values, and qualities that equip young individuals to navigate the complexities of the modern world and effect positive change. From communication and critical thinking to empathy and resilience, these attributes form the bedrock of effective leadership, empowering youth to address challenges, seize opportunities, and drive meaningful impact within their communities. Notably, youth leadership is...

Honoring James Farmer: Marshall's Proud SonMarshall, Texas, a town steeped in history and tradition, holds a special place in its heart for one of its most illustrious sons, James Leonard Farmer Jr. Born on January 12, 1920, in this very town, Farmer would go on to become a towering figure in the American Civil Rights Movement, leaving an indelible mark on the nation's conscience. Today, Marshall proudly remembers and honors the legacy of this remarkable leader.Early Life: Seeds of Activism in MarshallFarmer's journey to prominence began in the halls of Wiley College (University- we believe that the change to College...

It’s the perfect time to get outside and enjoy all that Marshall has to offer. Whether you’re an outdoor adventurer or an athlete, Marshall has a ton of recreational options to choose from. Available activities throughout the Marshall community for adults and kids include hiking, boating, fishing, playing golf, and so much more. The Marshall Economic Development Corporation is committed to the continuous improvement of the community’s quality of life. We appreciate the abundance of leisurely activities in Marshall that contribute to enhancing the well-being of residents. Outdoor Recreation Spots in Marshall, TXResidents of Marshall have access to a diverse range of...

Marshall, TX is in the beginning of a cool transition for those unafraid of a challenge. Looking for eagles to join our team. We are pushing workforce and education to spur private investment. Check out the links below to see if one of these positions is a fit for you. Business Retention Expansion & Workforce ManagerEconomic Development Analyst

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), in partnership with local stakeholders, completed a route study in 2014 for future I-369 (part of the I-69 system through Texas) in Marshall/Harrison County. Read the details below!

Marshall Economic Development Corporation released a new logo and new branding guidelines for 2023.   MARSHALL, TEXAS, FEBRUARY 1, 2023 – Marshall Economic Development Corporation (EDC) has released a new logo and new branding guidelines for the 2023 year.  Marshall EDC’s goal is to promote economic growth in an economy that is undergoing a rapid transition in workforce skills and technological advancement. The organization believes it must build upon the long-term foundations of our capitalist economic system to spur private investment, promote higher education, improve infrastructure, and provide inclusive opportunities. “The EDC must promote private investment, not replace it”,...

It’s that time of year, a time for business owners and startups to create plans to develop a successful business. Entrepreneurs who write formal business plans are 16 percent more likely to achieve viability than entrepreneurs who don’t make a business plan, according to research conducted by Harvard Business Review. Plus, The North Texas UT Tyler-Longview SBDC—which operates an office right here in Marshall—can help you develop your business plan at no cost to you!  What Is a Business Plan and Why is it Important?  A business plan is like your company’s resume. It explains your business as...

Marshall Economic Development Corporation will host the first annual Economic Summit March 1st and 2nd, 2023 in Marshall, Texas.   MARSHALL, TEXAS, DECEMBER 21, 2022 – The Marshall Economic Development Corporation is set to host the first ever Economic Summit in Marshall, Texas  On March 1st and 2nd, 2023, Marshall will host businesses from across our region as well as industry professionals and national leaders to speak to attendees about economic development, workforce development and training, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing  The event has two separate days: Day 1:  A Job Awareness Fair is planned for regional employers to showcase...

Celebrate Giving Tuesday with Marshall Economic Development Corporation this month on the 29th, when people throughout Marshall, TX and the world are encouraged to spend some time helping important causes of their choosing. This celebration takes place yearly across the globe. It is the perfect time to think about what matters to you, figure out who or what you want to help, and ultimately find a method of assisting, whether it be donating to a local nonprofit or logging volunteer hours in your spare time. Giving Tuesday is meant to inspire everyone, no matter how busy, to lend a...

Marshall Economic Development Corporation posted new videos to www.makingmarshall.com highlighting education in the City of Marshall.  MARSHALL, TEXAS, NOVEMBER 11, 2022 – The Marshall Economic Development Corporation was founded by the citizens and city council in 1991 to serve Marshall and the surrounding business community in Harrison County.  They are a Type A 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-governmental organization that is funded through a portion of local sales tax dollars. They exist to serve local businesses in the community, as well as to support primary employers and jobs. There are several featured highlights of the City of Marshall on their...

Starting November 1, 2022, the application window for the Texas Travel Industry Recovery Grant Program (TTIR) will open for businesses in Food Services & Drinking Places (NAICS 722). The application window for this category will run through November 22, 2022. The TTIR Program, launched in July, was established to provide one-time reimbursement grants of up to $20,000 for the recovery of Texas businesses in the tourism, travel and hospitality industries that were negatively impacted due to COVID-19. These one-time grants are to reimburse eligible costs to qualifying businesses. Due to the size of the industry and the high number of...

Manufacturing Month takes place during October every year. Join us in sharing your appreciation for the manufacturers throughout Marshall, Texas that continue to enhance our local economy. Why We Celebrate Manufacturing Month Manufacturing Month occurs annually each October. This month presents the perfect opportunity for manufacturers throughout the U.S. to display a behind-the-scenes look at their day-to-day work and facilities to students and other members of the community. The folks at Marshall Economic Development Corporation are highly focused on growing the workforce in the area. The Marshall manufacturing industry has ample career opportunities for job seekers in...

Prysmian Group and its Marshall plant (formerly known as General Cable) will host a job fair Wednesday at the Marshall Convention Center. The job fair takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is free and open to the public. Prysmian broke ground over the summer on a $50 million expansion project, which is scheduled to be complete next summer. The project will expand the Marshall facility to over one million square feet and create 75 new positions including machine operators, logistics and skilled trades. “As we continue our growth in the region, we are proud...

Marshall, Texas has Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs available for kids to develop real occupation skills at an early age. Courses are available through Marshall Independent School District (Marshall ISD) and range from Animal Science to Engineering. Marshall ISD also has Dual Enrollment (DE) programs in partnership with East Texas Baptist University (ETBU), Texas State Technical College (TSTC), and Panola College. High school students can earn college credit for a fraction of the cost. Marshall Economic Development Corporation (Marshall EDC) sees both programs as vital to grow our community economically. Marshall ISD CTE Options From Agriculture to...

Texas State Technical College’s Marshall campus held the first of its two-day community open house on Friday. Visitors toured various programs offered on campus, including automation and controls technology, diesel equipment technology, precision machining technology and others. “If you want a good-paying job, you go to college,” said Donnie Tribble, of White Oak, whose son, Cobi, plans to study computer programming technology at TSTC. John Grubbs brought his son, Parker, from Jefferson, to visit the electrical lineworker technology program. “I want to see him try to figure out what will give him the most passion in...

The Marshall Economic Development Corporation (Marshall EDC) strives to develop and promote projects that benefit the economy plus add incremental value to the tax base. One of Marshall EDC’s main goals is to continue to contribute to the stability and value of the Marshall, Texas community. In order to carry out its mission, Marshall EDC created four key elements which can be referred to as “4 Cornerstones.” The 4 Cornerstones are Higher Wages, Capital Investment, Training and Education, and Primary Jobs. Each of these plays a key role in the future growth of Marshall. So, what is the specific...

Texas State Technical College in Marshall students will have a new piece of machinery to work with later this summer after a special delivery was made at the campus on Tuesday. TSTC Marshall Provost Bart Day was on hand with Precision Machining Technology Instructor Danny Nixon and other campus administrators and staff on Tuesday as the college received a new UMC 500 Haas CNC machine. The 12,500 pound, $170,000, 5-axis machine was delivered to the campus and will now have Haas representatives sent out to the college to properly set up the machine before students will begin using...

Tuesday marked a milestone for Prysmian Group in Marshall as the company celebrated the groundbreaking of a $50 million expansion project in Harrison County. “That’s the biggest one we’ve seen in quite some time,” Rush Harris, executive director of Marshall Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO), said. Prysmian Group is one of the largest manufacturers of electric utility cable, powering the world. According to officials, Prysmian Group’s Harrison County plant, formerly known as General Cable, is its largest plant in North America and is where the bulk of the region’s renewable energy products are made...

Thanks to our workforce partners at Workforce Solutions East Texas (WSET)! Marshall EDC was proud to partner with you to bring your Rural, Set, Go: Boost program to Marshall, Texas this week.  This program presented by Workforce Solutions East Texas does a great job explaining how WSET helps local employers find local employees.  Employers looking for workers need to attend these meetings. These services are available to local industries if they only ask! So ask! Also, a big thank you to East Texas Baptist University for allowing us to use your awesome 8th floor at the Marshall Grand. Great view and great information about programs to...

Marshall is a city with a lot to offer residents and tourists alike with the city’s high quality of life! There is so much to enjoy about the city that often makes people want to stay! Marshall is home to a lively historical downtown which has so many entertainment and cultural experiences to be enjoyed. The downtown area is filled with museums, symphonies, boutique shopping, history, housing, and fine dining options.  For outdoor lovers, Marshall has several lakes, rivers, and scenic forestry in the area. Hiking, four-wheeling, camping, fishing, and swimming are all common things people love to enjoy...

The Marshall Economic Development Corporation (Marshall EDC) and Workforce & Education Alignment Group (WE Align) are celebrating Economic Development Week (EDW) during this second week of May! During this time, we focus primarily on spreading awareness of local economic development efforts in Marshall, Texas to enhance the overall community.  Economic Development Week was originally launched in 2016 by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) in order to acknowledge economic development programs everywhere. WE Align is a hometown initiative for Marshall, Texas and Harrison County, Texas.  The group focuses on matching skills demanded by local employers with skills taught by...

Businesses and residents alike benefit from the affordability of locating in Marshall, TX. The city of Marshall is in the north-eastern part of Texas, in Harrison County. Marshall has rail and roadway access, including major highways I-20 and US Hwy 59. This city is home to large industrial sites and several available sites and properties to choose from.  Marshall offers workforce programs and is home to a community college branch, a technical school, 4-year universities, CTE programs, STEM camps, and more educational options. Residents also benefit from the cost of living here, which is 30% less than the national average...

There are many infrastructure advantages that businesses benefit from when locating in Marshall, TX. Access to major transportation options is one of them including major highways 1-20 and US Hwy 59, the future I-369 Corridor. The roadways that run through Marshall give easy transportation access to bigger cities such as Dallas and Houston, which are only a few hours from Marshall, as well Mexico, Canada, and the rest of the U.S.  Marshall has access to the Texas & Pacific Railway which connects to neighboring yards of Shreveport, LA, and Longview, TX. The Harrison County Airport is in Marshall, offering...

Located in northeastern Texas, the city of Marshall offers residents several excellent education options to choose from. Marshall is a town of 24,000 people and is uniquely positioned for education. The city has one ISD and four colleges within our city limits. Marshall ISD consists of an early childhood center, four elementary schools, a junior high school, a high school, and an early graduation school for K-12 students.  Those in the area looking for higher education options here in Marshall have four different colleges to choose from. These include the East Texas Baptist University, Wiley College, Texas State Technical...

Marshall’s Economic Development Corporation has created the BRE (Business Retention and Expansion) program to help our local businesses thrive. The goal of the BRE program is to help build relationships between new, existing, and prospective businesses in the area. It is our goal at the EDC to help ensure success for start-ups and existing businesses in the area. We offer hands-on support including finding properties, securing incentives and financing options, training options, and more.  The Hometown Initiative & Business Visitation Program is part of the BRE program, and its main goal is to keep jobs and capital in the...

Marshall’s Economic Development website now offers a free online business profile on Marshall, TX, and Harrison County. This business profile gives the viewer a map of the entire county along with pinpointed areas where every business in the county is located. Viewers can select any business in this area and learn specifics on each business including the name and address of each business, total number of employees, sales estimates, and industry information. Viewers can also enter any city in this area and the geographical information system (GIS) will zoom in on this city and give you specifics on every...

Marshall, TX, is a great place to locate your business because of our great area talent. Marshall is in the northeastern part of Texas and is home to East Texas Baptist University, Wiley College, Texas State Technical College, Panola College - Marshall College Center which offers academic, vocational, and continuing education opportunities without the need to travel out of the city. Marshall is also 30 minutes from Longview, TX, 60 minutes from Tyler, TX and 45 minutes from Shreveport, LA.  Within a 30 minute drive there are over half a million people.  Within a 60 minute drive there are...

Site Selectors who are looking for a property can now freely use Marshall’s new community comparison planning tool to compare our city to any other city or county. Marshall’s Economic Development Corporation (EDC) has designed this community comparison tool to help site selectors who are looking for an ideal location for their business to compare different cities or counties of interest.  Using our comparison tool, you have the ability to compare multiple cities at once. We will give you in-depth data on the labor force including information on all establishments and employees of each city. We will also give...

Marshall’s Economic Development Corporation (EDC) has developed a free online community profile to give people a detailed look at our community. Marshall’s EDC is dedicated to being a data hub for site selectors and anyone interested in our community. Therefore we have created this community profile and offer this information for free on our website.  This online community profile gives information on the people in our community including demographics on the total population, age distribution, population growth data, educational attainment, and more. This profile also gives in-depth information on our workforce and businesses in the area. This includes labor...

Marshall’s Economic Development Corporation (EDC) has compiled a detailed portfolio of our area consisting of in-depth demographics. Oftentimes, it is hard for site selectors to pinpoint the right area to locate a business. Therefore Marshall’s EDC has compiled this invaluable data. This information is free to the public and we here at Marshall EDC encourage anyone looking for an ideal location for their business to take advantage of this demographic information! Using our Geographic Information System (GIS) online planning tool site selectors can have access to demographics such as population, age distribution, ethnicity distribution, household income data, educational attainment,...

Marshall’s Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is providing businesses with free online planning tools including one that will allow businesses to search available properties in the area. This tool was designed to help site selectors and businesses find the best available property for their specific business needs.   This property search tool has been designed to make it easy to search through our many available properties using specific criteria. This criterion includes sorting options by address, date added, size, city, and county. Site selectors can also search through featured properties! Click here to search through our list of available properties,...

Please see the slides from today's WE Align Luncheon.  A huge thank you to all in attendance, especially our workforce partners at Workforce Solutions East Texas.

Website Engages Both Site Selectors and Community Members MARSHALL, TX -- Marshall Economic Development Corporation recently launched a redesigned website, created by Golden Shovel Agency, to further strengthen its online presence and economic growth for the region. The website has a fresh and modern feel, data that can be consumed in a summary view or a detailed view, and mapping features in partnership with GIS Planning. “I wanted our website to have a unique look and stick out from others in our region,” says Rush Harris, Executive Director at Marshall EDC. “Some of our priorities for the website...

Marshall is a place where people choose to live, learn, work, engage, and raise a family!  I sincerely appreciate our businesses lending their voices to discuss what they do and why they do it in Marshall, Texas. www.makingmarshall.com  

A new educational center is planned for the former Capital One bank building in downtown Marshall, thanks to a partnership between East Texas Baptist University and the Marshall Economic Development Corporation. The Marshall City Council voted Wednesday night to spend $1 million in economic development funds for the project, dubbed Workforce Readiness, to create “a downtown business park campus promoting primary job skills training, workforce readiness, high school and college collaboration, undergraduate and graduate-level degrees, language and literacy training and services, mental health services, and community development, amongst other endeavors.” The downtown building was purchased at auction...

Harrison County officials announced Wednesday that a technology action plan developed by Connected Nation Texas is being executed to expand broadband within the county. The plan is being implemented following an extensive countywide study that was conducted between November 2020 and June 2021. According to Connected National Texas (CN Texas), the purpose of the study was to determine the community’s access, adoption and use of the internet. A total of 1,519 residential households participated. “From Harleton to Jonesville, residents provided feedback on their broadband needs and wants,” Harrison County Judge Chad Sims said in a statement. “According to...

Prysmian Group is planning a $50 million investment in its Marshall plant, including equipment upgrades and the addition of 75 jobs, the company announced. The announcement comes two weeks after the Harrison County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a seven-year tax abatement, which covers new capital expenditures. The two-part incentive proposal, valued at more than $1.2 million, was a joint effort between Harrison County and the Marshall Economic Development Corporation. The county tax abatement portion has an estimated value between $650,000 and $720,000 over seven years. Marshall EDC’s part is a multiyear contribution of EDC funds totaling $575,000 as...

By  Special to the News Messenger - Marshall News Messenger  | Jul 22, 2021 The Marshall Economic Development Corporation (Marshall EDC) has been given the green light to start the next development phase of their very own Marshall Business Park. The Marshall Business Park is located along the future I-369 corridor on existing Loop 390 and Highway 43, inside the Marshall city limits. The park has seen prior development over the years in roadway, utilities, and site locations. This development project involves balancing approximately 1.2 million cubic yards of dirt on-site along Regency Rd to create 170...

By Special to the News Messenger | Jul 9, 2021 East Texas Baptist University continues to make significant investments in the Marshall community including its newest edition, The Great Commission Center. The Great Commission Center requires a capital investment of over $8 million. Marshall Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO) is contributing $250,000 to help with the completion of the project and take advantage of a $1.5 million challenge grant to double its contribution’s weight. The Great Commission Center will be the new home for the Fred Hale School of Business as well as a place that connects local communities to the...

By Jessica Harker - Marshall News Messenger | Jul 7, 2021 The city of Marshall has officially opened its Cradle of Entrepreneurship Program this week to potential candidates, as well as mentors, interested in participating. The program, which was officially approved by council members on April 22, is a way for the city to provide technical and financial assistance to local entrepreneurs through the use of mentors and other resources. Any entrepreneur or mentor interested in participating in the Cradle of Entrepreneurship Program can go to startupmarshall.com to begin the application process. “Whether you have just an idea, a...

By Bridget Ortigo - Marshall News Messenger | Apr 29, 2021 Marshall ISD teachers, staff and community members on Monday welcomed newly hired Superintendent Richele Langley, following an unanimous vote from district trustees to offer her a contract. Langley, who signed a three-year, $210,000 contract with Marshall ISD on Monday, was joined by her family members as she met and reconnected with a room full of Marshall ISD well wishers following the vote. Langley is set to begin at her new post on May 3. Langley said as a life-long Maverick, she is excited to begin. “I am...

By Staff Reports - Marshall News Messenger | Jan 20, 2021 CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center — Marshall was awarded an ‘A’ in the fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center — Marshall’s achievements protecting patients from harm and providing safer health care. The Leapfrog Group is an independent national watchdog organization committed to health care quality and safety. The Safety Grade assigns an ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’ or ‘F’ grade to all general hospitals across the country and is updated every six months. It is based on a hospital’s performance in...

By CHRISTUS Health Press Release | Dec 8, 2020 CHRISTUS Health Systems Prepare for COVID Vaccine Distribution to Health Care Workers in Northeast Texas Tyler/Longview, Texas, Dec. 7, 2020 – CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances, CHRISTUS Good Shepherd and CHRISTUS St. Michael Health Systems are preparing to receive, manage and distribute the COVID-19 vaccine internally to health care workers in the coming days and weeks. “The use of vaccines has been a key part of combatting and even eradicating certain diseases for generations, and we are confident the COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective,” said Mark Anderson, M.D., Chief Medical Officer,...

By Special to the News Messenger - Marshall News Messenger | Nov 1, 2020 Texas State Technical College now has a tangible reminder of an alumnus, thanks to a generous gift. Rick Berry had a heart as big as the outdoors, where he loved to hunt and fish. The resident of Carthage grew up traveling throughout Greece and the Middle East with his father, who was in the oil industry, and graduated from the American School in Aberdeen, Scotland. Eventually Berry found his way to TSTC’s Marshall campus, where in 2009 he earned associate degrees in Computer Aided Drafting and...

By Staff Reports - Marshall News Messenger | Oct 19, 2020 Rush Harris, CEcD, has been selected to serve as the new Executive Director of the Marshall Economic Development Corporation (Marshall EDC) by a unanimous vote of the organization’s Board of Directors. Harris will be replacing, Donna Maisel, CEcD who announced her retirement last month. Harris previously held the title of Director of Business Services for Marshall EDC and has worked with the EDC for over six years. “I am honored to serve as the Executive Director of our local economic development organization. Not everyone gets the opportunity to engage in...

By MISD Post | Sep 17, 2020 Marshall ISD’s dual credit programs got a boost several years ago with the implementation of the district’s “MavU” agreement with East Texas Baptist University. Since that time Marshall High School seniors have seen a wealth of opportunities when it comes to earning college credit while still in high school. MavU, implemented in the fall of 2016 as a dual credit program of MISD and ETBU, allows MHS juniors and seniors the opportunity to take up to 27 college hours in the familiar surroundings of classrooms at MHS with ETBU professors. The tuition rates...

By Staff Reports - Marshall News Messenger| Aug 10, 2020 Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center — Marshall has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence. Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center — Marshall earned the award by meeting specific quality achievement measures for the diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients at a set level for a designated period. These measures include evaluation of...

Road signs are getting a serious upgrade and makeover as a Marshall company is leading the charge.  April Spears, President & CEO of Electrotechnics Corporation, known as ELTEC, has partnered with 511 Technologies Inc. to create smart signs known as the IoTraffic™ series.  The signs lit by flashing LED bulbs come in all varieties such as school zones, stop signs, flood warning, and the like; however, these signs communicate via cell, radio, or internet with each other and can be programed and monitored remotely.   Leading Change The game changing technology improves consistency and visibility while reducing downtime and...

Panola College School of Energy students will begin learning on new portable electrical trainers the program purchased from a $20,000 donation received from The Crain Foundation and R. Lacy Services. Students will use the new portable electrical trainers for basic and advanced electrical courses in programs such as electrical and instrumentation, residential commercial electrician, natural gas compression, petroleum technology, maintenance technician, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. The new portable electrical units will teach students about electrical AC and DC theory, relay theory, and simple and advanced circuitry. The training units provide opportunities for students to learn how to...

If you’ve ever had a meal at Yard Bird Southern Table and Market in Waskom and wondered how you can get the same taste in your home cooked meals, Foodie Tasting Room now offers the perfect opportunity for you. Owned by Yard Bird proprietor Amelia Rabalais and her daughter Shelby Zeuch, the new store located at 314 N. Washington Ave. in Marshall offers all natural high quality ingredients and cooking products to bring new flavors to your every day dinners. Click here for the complete article.

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) today announced that the Texas Rent Relief Program has distributed more than $1 billion in rental and utility assistance to more than 174,000 Texas households, with another $52 million already committed to being paid. Texas is the first state to distribute $1 billion in rent relief funds and has more than $900 million remaining. Since the program launched in mid-February, Texas has served more households and provided more relief funds than any other state, while reaching 95% of its counties. Click here for the complete article.

The Marshall Economic Development Corporation (Marshall EDC) has been given the green light to start the next development phase of their very own Marshall Business Park. The Marshall Business Park is located along the future I-369 corridor on existing Loop 390 and Highway 43, inside the Marshall city limits. The park has seen prior development over the years in roadway, utilities, and site locations. This development project involves balancing approximately 1.2 million cubic yards of dirt on-site along Regency Rd to create 170 acres of developable land with infrastructure at the lot line. Marshall EDC is excited...

In servicing their Christ-centric mission East Texas Baptist University announced that an Economic Impact Report has concluded that the university has a profound economic impact on the region’s economy. The study concluded that East Texas Baptist University contributes $63,185,453 to the local economy. The economic impact study revealed that East Texas Baptist University produced $46,232,131 in direct spending and $16,953,322 in induced spending. Direct spending includes money spent on employee salaries and benefits, capital projects, university purchases, as well as student and visitor spending in the community. Induced spending is defined as employment and expenditures provided by local...

By Jamey Boyum and Christian Terry | Jun 24, 2021 Traveling north or south through this part of the country has always been a trip with many twists and turns. Well, that is going to change. And Harrison County officials have been told a start date on Interstate 69 construction in Harrison County may be announced soon. Anyone doing a long haul north or south through East Texas is not going to do it quickly. Highway 59 runs through many communities and traffic comes to an abrupt halt, like in Marshall. Harrison County Judge Chad Sims says the project isn’t new,...

By Jessica Harker - Marshall News Messenger | Jun 7, 2021 The annual Greater Marshall Chamber of Commerce banquet took place Friday, with community members gathering at Bear Creek Smokehouse in Marshall for a night outside under the stars. Stormy weather didn’t deter everyone from gathering for the annual event, with Executive Director of the chamber Stacia Runnels stating that the event turned out even better than expected. “We had very high hopes for this year, and even we were surprised at how well everything is going,” Runnels said. “We are just so grateful for everyone coming out, and we...

By Jessica Harker - Marshall News Messenger | Apr 30, 2021 The city of Marshall is working to make itself a key location to entrepreneurs and start-ups with the creation of its new Cradle of Entrepreneurship Program. The program was the idea of City Manager Mark Rohr, and developed by the city’s Community and Economic Director Fabio Angell, along with a board of local business experts. The group developed a program with the goal of encouraging and growing start-ups locally by offering financial assistance, along with resources, mentorships and even classes to help grow the entrepreneur and their business...

By Christina Cavazos - Marshall News Messenger | Apr 25, 2021 When Rush Harris looks at his hometown of Marshall, he sees a city that is growing and thriving. He sees community leaders who are dedicated to improving the community so that residents have a better quality of life with an abundance of job opportunities. He sees a city striving to stay on the cutting edge of technology and infrastructure to attract more business opportunities and educational systems dedicated to educating young students so they may become the business leaders of tomorrow. "To be successful, you need people who are...

By Staff Reports - Marshall News Messenger | Apr 12, 2021 The Marshall Economic Development Corporation approved a $50,000 incentive for Thumper Fabrication, an ATV/UTV aftermarket accessory company based in Marshall, on Wednesday, March 31. The company opened in Marshall in 2019 and plans to invest $2.5 million into a facility expansion, adding an additional 10 employees. MEDCO’s $50,000 incentive is contingent on those goals, MEDCO said. “This is the final step for us to bring manufacturing to Marshall that we had previously had to outsource,” said JC Kester, owner of Thumper Fab. “With this step, we will be able...

When Texas State Technical College decided to open a campus in Marshall, the Marshall Economic Development Corporation knew it would be a winning partnership for both entities. It has been for more than 25 years. THE BEGINNING OF A PARTNERSHIP In 1993, the Marshall Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO) was part of the community effort to bring TSTC into Marshall. According to MEDCO Executive Director Rush Harris, the economic development corporation owned the land and the buildings at that point and it was turned over to TSTC in 2010. "The whole town of Marshall was on board and...

By Jessica Harker - Marshall News Messenger | Mar 29, 2021 Though 2020 was not a good year for businesses across the United States, in Marshall, businesses grew, thrived and many new establishments even opened. With COVID-19 closing down many “non-essential” businesses for months, as well as adding new and sometimes expensive safety procedures to protect employees and customers during the international pandemic, what made Marshall different? Local, supportive clients made a large difference. Local shopping statistics show that small businesses generate $68 of local economic return for every $100 spent with them. Similarly, over $9.3 billion would be directly...

By Wyndi Veigel - Marshall News Messenger | Mar 29, 2021 Any time 500 new jobs are added at one time in a community, great things are underway along with affecting change far and wide. In 2020, Channel Control Merchants, owner of Dirt Cheap, announced they would be bringing 500 new jobs to town, along with $2 million of capital investment in its operation. Dirt Cheap is the largest retailer of customer returns and marked out of stock merchandise in the United States. The business is leasing 325,000 square feet of a privately owned structure at 2938 Brown Road, to...

By Marshall EDC | Mar 29, 2021 For Immediate Release TieTek Global LLC: Bringing Sustainability to the Railway Industry Recyclable Materials that Offer a Superior Product   Marshall, Texas: TieTek Global LLC is a local Marshall area company that has changed the game in the railway industry. They offer railroad crossties that are produced from approximately 80% recyclable materials. Recycling and sustainability aren’t generally the first thing people think about when they imagine railroads; however, that’s a perception TieTek is looking to change. TieTek is showing that it is possible to offer a superior product that is ecofriendly and benefits...

By Daniel Perry - Texas State Technical College | Feb 26, 2021 MARSHALL, Texas) – Students in Texas State Technical College’s Process Operations Technology program in Marshall are getting the most out of some new virtual reality software. The program’s faculty members and students began using PetroSkills Simulation Solutions’ Distillation VR software last summer. The software can be used in classes focusing on process instrumentation, troubleshooting and process technology. The software simulates what process operators encounter in control rooms at refineries and petrochemical plants. Randy Clark, an instructor in TSTC’s Process Operations Technology program, said the software is the same...

The Harrison County Broadband Committee is right now working to develop a county-specific Technology Action Plan. The committee, which is partnering with Connected Nation Texas (CN Texas) to make this possible, is made up of local stakeholders who are focused on finding solutions for improving internet connectivity countywide. Collecting usage data and determining need is the first step in the action plan. “Improving internet access and speeds is critical to supporting our local families, businesses, and community organizations,” said Harrison County Judge Chad Sims.  “As the challenges of the pandemic have impacted our communities, we have all become...

By Jessica Harker - Marshall News Messenger | Dec 3, 2020 The University of Texas at Tyler’s Small Business Development Center in Longview has temporarily expanded its outreach by opening an office in Marshall. The Greater Marshall Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new office location, opening right next door to them at 110 South Bolivar Street, Suite 102. “We are really blessed to be here today, and excited to partner with Marshall,” said Dr. Michael Tidwell, university president, during the event. The new office will be run by Executive Director Day Shelmire, along with...

By Jessica Harker - Marshall News Messenger | Nov 24, 2020 mLife Diagnostics LLC of Marshall announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted Emergency Use Authorization, or EUA, for the mLife True saliva COVID-19 collection kit for testing at Express Gene Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory of Miami, Florida. mLife CEO Alan Loudermilk said that this authorization allows any clinic in the country to utilize the new, and less invasive COVID-19 test created by the company. “Basically, when the EUA is granted for one location, as long as you are doing the exact same thing as they are at...

By Jessica Harker - Marshall News Messenger | Nov 24, 2020 mLife Diagnostics LLC of Marshall announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted Emergency Use Authorization, or EUA, for the mLife True saliva COVID-19 collection kit for testing at Express Gene Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory of Miami, Florida. mLife CEO Alan Loudermilk said that this authorization allows any clinic in the country to utilize the new, and less invasive COVID-19 test created by the company. “Basically, when the EUA is granted for one location, as long as you are doing the exact same thing as they are at...

By Naissa Lopez - Texas State Technical College | Nov 17, 2020 (HARLINGEN, Texas) - Texas State Technical College will offer a fast-paced Workforce Training boot camp in Cybersecurity. The first cohort will begin in February, and the curriculum will feature eight industry-grade foundational courses that will equip students with the knowledge they need to get their foot into the world of cybersecurity. TSTC interim director of special projects Kori Bowen said that these rapid courses will help students gain the knowledge they need and also help them find job opportunities when they complete the training. “These boot camps are...

By Special to the News Messenger - Marshall News Messenger | Oct 30, 2020 Students from Texas State Technical College campuses across the state can take advantage of scholarship funds donated by energy company Phillips 66. The TSTC Foundation was recently awarded $50,000 from Phillips 66 to assist students with scholarships and student aid funds. “The Phillips 66 scholarship is an example of an ideal partnership with TSTC because it provides students with financial opportunities to lessen the financial burden of college tuition,” said Beth Wooten, chief executive officer of The TSTC Foundation. “Because of their investment in TSTC and...

By Staff Reports - Marshall News Messenger | Oct 15, 2020 The 2020 Texas Municipal League Municipal (TML) Excellence Awards seeks out merit annually in five categories: City Spirit, management innovations, communication programs, public safety, and public works. An independent panel of judges with considerable municipal government experience reviewed all applications on the innovation, achievement of the goal, long-term value to the city and the project utilized in other cities. On Oct. 14, TML hosted the opening ceremony to their 2020 Virtual Annual Conference. Mayor Brown and a small group of city employees viewed the announcement of the city of Marshall...

By Staff Reports - Marshall News Messenger | Oct 7, 2020 After 12 years of service to Marshall, Donna Maisel, CEcD, Executive Director of the Marshall Economic Development Corporation (Marshall EDC) publicly announced to her staff and the Marshall EDC Board of Directors that she would be retiring from her position at the end of October. Chairman Hal Cornish led the board members in accepting Maisel’s letter of resignation with heartfelt words of thanks for her service to the EDC, to Marshall, and to the surrounding community. “Donna Maisel is an amazing talent and a very effective economic development professional,”...

By Wyndi Veigel - Marshall News Messenger | Sep 22, 2020 Potential jobs were on tap for hundreds Saturday as the newly-announced Dirt Cheap held a job fair to fill approximately 500 jobs at their new location in Marshall. The business will lease 325,000 square feet of a privately owned structure at 2938 Brown Road, to serve their retail outlets in Texas, Western Louisiana and Southern Arkansas. A retail outlet for Dirt Cheap that is open to the public will also be located on the premises. According to John Beasley, Vice President of Human Resources, more than 100 people were...

By Bill Hethcock - Dallas Business Journal | Sep 28, 2020 Despite some companies pausing projects due to the pandemic and the resulting economic meltdown, Texas has more potential corporate relocations and expansions in the pipeline than before Covid-19 hit, a top state economic development official said in a summit on Sept. 24. Adriana Cruz, executive director of Economic Development and Tourism for Gov. Greg Abbott’s office, said the office has 196 active relocation or expansion projects in its pipeline right now. “Pandemic or no, we’ve actually seen a larger number of prospects reach out to us since the pandemic...

Despite some companies pausing projects due to the pandemic and the resulting economic meltdown, Texas has more potential corporate relocations and expansions in the pipeline than before Covid-19 hit, a top state economic development official said in a summit on Sept. 24. Adriana Cruz, executive director of Economic Development and Tourism for Gov. Greg Abbott’s office, said the office has 196 active relocation or expansion projects in its pipeline right now. “Pandemic or no, we’ve actually seen a larger number of prospects reach out to us since the pandemic started,” said Cruz, who leads the state’s economic development efforts...

By Staff Reports - Marshall News Messenger | Sep 11, 2020 Channel Control Merchants, owner of Dirt Cheap, will bring 500 new jobs to town and approximately $2 million of capital investment in its new operation opening soon in Marshall. The Marshall Economic Development Corporation (Marshall EDC) is pleased to welcome and announce the expansion of Channel Control Merchants of Texas, LLC, (CCM) to Marshall. Dirt Cheap is the largest retailer of customer returns and marked out of stock merchandise in the United States. The business will lease 325,000 square feet of a privately owned structure at 2938 Brown Road, to...

By Special to the News Messenger - Marshall News Messenger | Aug 11, 2020 Texas State Technical College’s Welding Technology program will continue to teach in a hybrid format this fall. Students will listen to lectures online and participate in hands-on labs on campus. “Welding is by far one of our most popular programs, and it’s easy to see why,” said Barton Day, provost at TSTC’s Marshall campus. “Employment opportunities remain strong. The starting pay is terrific. And let’s face it, it’s truly an art form. If you have a creative side, this might be right up your alley.” The...