Press Releases
Encotech Engineering Consultants Names New President
Encotech Engineering Consultants Names Scott Francis as President Austin, Texas – April 1, 2025 — Encotech Engineering Consultants is proud to announce the promotion of Scott Francis, P.E., to President, effective April 1, 2025. Mr. Francis will assume responsibility for the firm’s day-to-day operations, while Founder and CEO Ali Khataw, P.E., will continue in his leadership role, focusing on long-term strategy and growth initiatives. This transition comes as Encotech celebrates 35 years of
Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives Announce 2025 Graduates of their Flagship Training Program
AUSTIN – The Texas Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the Class of 2025 graduates for our Center for Chamber of Commerce Excellence program, held in conjunction with Texas A&M University’s Continuing and Professional Education. Kelle Marsalis, the 2025 chair for the CCCE training and President/CEO of the Plano Chamber of Commerce, said, “We designed this course of study to ensure that Texas Chamber leaders take significant time each year to come together and work on the building blocks of leading a
Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos 2024 Year-in-Review — 6,000 Groups Served, 3,600+ Five Star Reviews & 96% Customer Satisfaction!
Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos 2024 Year-in-Review — 6,000 Groups Served, 3,600+ Five Star Reviews & 96% Customer Satisfaction! In 2024, Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos proudly served 6,000 different groups all across the USA! And now that 2025 is kicking off, we are very excited to continue this success! From coast to coast, we've connected schools, businesses, wedding parties, sports teams, and more to the perfect group transportation. Whether the travelers call for a quick airport transfer or a
TAB Calls for Extension of R&D Tax Credits to Boost Texas Economy
Media Contact: press@txbiz.org March 13, 2025 TAB Calls for Extension of R&D Tax Credits to Boost Texas Economy New study finds extension would create thousands of jobs and generate billions in economic output over next decade AUSTIN, TEXAS – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) called on Texas lawmakers to approve an extension of research and development (R&D) tax credits. These credits are responsible for massive economic growth and an
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Tax Allocations for March 2025
Good morning. The sales tax allocations for March 2025 (primarily January sales) are below. Here’s the link to the State Comptroller’s website if you would like additional information: http://www.comptroller.texas.gov/transparency/local/allocations/sales-tax/.
Bastrop Chamber Supports Fund Schools First
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 12, 2025 Contact: Becki Womble, CCE, IOM President & CEO (512) 303-0558bwomble@bastropchamber.comwww.bastropchamber.com BASTROP CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SUPPORTSFUND SCHOOLS FIRSTA statewide initiative advocating for increased funding for Texas public schoolsBastrop, Texas – The Bastrop Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce its official support for Fund Schools First, a statewide initiative advocating for increased funding for Texas public schools. Amid
VeraBank Joins ICBA and U.S. Postal Inspection Services to Promote Check Fraud Prevention
VeraBank Joins ICBA and U.S. Postal Inspection Service to Promote Check Fraud Prevention Henderson, TX (March 17, 2025) - VeraBank is proud to join forces with the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) in partnership with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service on an initiative to help customers protect themselves from the growing threat of check fraud. In support of this initiative, VeraBank offers educational materials and personal guidance to ensure customers have the tools they need to
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Comptroller Glenn Hegar Distributes $1.1 Billion
Email Us:Chris Bryan Kevin Lyons 512-463-4070 800-531-5441 ext. 3-4070 Comptroller Glenn Hegar Distributes $1.1 Billion in Monthly Sales Tax Revenue to Local Governments (AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced today he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.1 billion in local sales tax allocations for March, 10.2 percent more than in March 2024. These allocations are based on sales made in January by businesses that report
TAB, NFIB Applaud Recommendations for Removing Barriers to Small Business Success
TAB, NFIB Applaud Recommendations for Removing Barriers to Small Business Success in Governor’s Small Business Freedom Council Report AUSTIN, TEXAS – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) and the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) applauded the release of key legislative recommendations to enhance Texas’ business environment in a new report from Governor Abbott’s Small Business Freedom Council. Following the report’s release, TAB President & CEO Glenn Hamer and National
Bastrop TeamFit Challenge
Bastrop TeamFit Challenge 2025: The Ultimate Workplace Fitness Showdown Begins! Bastrop, TX – Local businesses, organizations, and teams are gearing up for the highly anticipated Bastrop TeamFit Challenge 2025, a 10-week fitness competition designed to promote workplace wellness, team spirit, and community engagement. Hosted by Strive Strength & Conditioning, this annual event encourages teams to train and compete in Strength, Endurance, Athletics, and Body Composition events, culminating in an epic
Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos Celebrates Another Successful Week Serving Hundreds of Including the Daytona 500, Gasparilla Music Festival and more!
Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos Celebrates Another Successful Week Serving Hundreds of Including the Daytona 500, Gasparilla Music Festival and more! February 17, 2025 — Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos is proud to have provided group transportation to hundreds of events this past weekend across the United States. Just a few of the many weekend events Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos provided transportation for include: the Daytona 500, the Gasparilla Music Festival, and hundreds of private celebrations such as
Volunteer at Springfest!
Now requesting volunteers for the upcoming Springfest on April 12th. Children's Advocacy Center Serving Bastrop, Lee & Fayette Counties and CASA of Bastrop, Fayette & Lee Counties want you to join us in Fisherman's Park on Saturday, April 12, 2025. Visit the link to see where we need you and sign up to help us make this year's SPRINGFEST the best yet!SPRINGFEST 2025! is a day of fun, discovery, and connection for kids and families! Hosted by the Children’s Advocacy Center and CASA of Bastrop, Lee, and
TAB, Texas Business Leaders Urge EPA to Clear Permitting Backlog and Grant Texas Primacy for Carbon
February 11, 2025 TAB, Texas Business Leaders Urge EPA to Clear Permitting Backlog and Grant Texas Primacy for Carbon Capture Projects AUSTIN, TEXAS – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) joined leading Texas business organizations in urging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to clear the agency’s massive backlog of Class VI well applications and accelerate Texas’ primacy application to ensure that our state continues to lead as the world’s largest energy producer. In
Texas Association of Business Launches Texas Leads Trade Coalition to Strengthen North American Econ
Media Contact: press@txbiz.org February 13, 205 Texas Association of Business Launches Texas Leads Trade Coalition to Strengthen North American Economic Ties AUSTIN, TEXAS – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) officially launched Texas Leads Trade, a coalition uniting business leaders to reinforce Texas’ status as the nation’s top trading state and strengthen North America’s economic ties. “As the top exporting state for 23 consecutive years, Texas thrives on robust trade relationships
PUBLIC OPINION POLL AFFIRMS PIVOTAL ROLE OF CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 5, 2024 Contact:Becki Womble, CCE, IOM President & CEO (512) 303-0558 bwomble@bastropchamber.com PUBLIC OPINION POLL AFFIRMS PIVOTAL ROLE OF CHAMBERS OF COMMERCEU.S. adults recognize the wide-sweeping impact of their local chamber, ACCE/Harris Poll survey finds Bastrop, Texas (December 5, 2024) — Results from a nationwide public opinion poll indicate chambers of commerce are vital to the prosperity of their communities. The Harris Poll survey,
