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The University of Texas at Arlington says its new funding will revitalize facilities, foster innovation and develop top talent for Texas’ growing economy. [Photo: UT Arlington]
UT Arlington Secures $127M Regents Investment to Modernize Campus, Citing Talent and Innovation Goals
by Maddie Preston | Oct 10, 2025
The funding comes as DFW’s tech workforce nears 379,000, making it the nation’s second-largest. With a $28.8 billion annual economic impact in Texas and Carnegie R1 status, UTA is focused on fostering innovation and developing talent to meet statewide workforce needs.
Black Founder Weekend 2025 to Drive $100K+ in Economic Impact for Black Entrepreneurs in North Texas
by Lance Murray |
Jun 22, 2025
The inaugural three-day event lands in Dallas June 27–29 at Paul Quinn College, bringing together more than 40 speakers, curated activations, and a bold agenda built to move capital, spark deals, and support Black founders.
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by Lance Murray |
May 7, 2025
The public celebration outside Dallas City Hall coincides with U.S. Travel Association’s National Travel and Tourism Week and reinforces Dallas’ momentum as one of the nation's most vibrant and forward-looking travel destinations.
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by Lance Murray |
May 5, 2025
University of Texas at Arlington reported its projects contributed $59 million to the national economy last year, an increase of 39% from 2023, according to a new report from the Institute for Research on Innovation and Science (IRIS).
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Film Commission: $230M in Economic Impact Brought From 2016-17 Dallas Area Filmmaking
by David Kirkpatrick | Apr 12, 2018
Dallas area filmmaking projects have already topped $60 million in economic impact over the first quarter of 2018.
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by Mallory Houser |
Jun 30, 2017
The Americans for the Arts study focused on the 2015 fiscal year, reporting that the "economic impact of the Dallas Arts District has tripled in five years."
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by Lance Murray |
Aug 3, 2016
The DEC's economic impact is a reflection of how entrepreneurship is bolstering the entire region.
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