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MISSION, Texas — The Mission Economic Development Corporation (Mission EDC) has been recognized as a recipient of the 2025 Economic Excellence Recognition (EER) Award by the Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC).Mission EDC is one of 85 economic development organizations statewide to receive this distinction. The EER program recognizes organizations that meet...Continue Reading

By Roberto Hugo Gonzalez / Texas Border Business MISSION, Texas - Mission Mayor Norie Gonzalez Garza called the event “a very important moment for the City of Mission and our partnership with the State of San Luis Potosí,” describing the state as “an exceptional partner.” She said Teclo’s designation “recognizes his...Continue Reading

By Lea Juarez / RGV Business JournalMISSION, Texas - The Mission Economic Development Corporation partnered with the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) to launch a new initiative to strengthen small businesses in Mission through hands-on training and peer collaboration.The partnership includes hosting a six-week UTRGV Market Lab cohort at the...Continue Reading

This past year was defined by momentum, collaboration, and forward progress. In 2025, Mission EDC continued to support local businesses, advance strategic development, and strengthen partnerships that move Mission’s economy forward. These highlights offer a snapshot of the work driving growth and opportunity across our community. Explore the full 2025 Annual...Continue Reading

By Roberto Hugo González / Texas Border BusinessMISSION, Texas - Killam Development hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Mission, Texas, to celebrate the launch of the new Sharyland Business Park. This major industrial project, local officials say, will support job creation, logistics growth, and long-term regional development. The event was held on...Continue Reading

By Roberto Hugo González / Texas Border BusinessMISSION, Texas – Century Recycling announced plans to construct a $50 million metal-recycling plant in Mission, a project expected to generate approximately 240 permanent and temporary jobs and deliver millions in annual payroll and tax revenue. The company formally shared the news on Thursday...Continue Reading

By Matt Wilson | RGV Business JournalA new nighttime golf course will open here before Christmas, following a $2 million investment by the Mission Economic Development Corporation (Mission EDC) to upgrade the Shary Municipal Golf Course.The city of Mission began discussing converting nine of Shary’s 27 holes to a night...Continue Reading

MISSION, TEXAS – The Mission Economic Development Corporation (Mission EDC) continues to advance the revitalization of Downtown Mission through its Downtown Assistance Program (DAP), investing $150,000 to support local business growth and sustainability.The DAP initiative provides direct funding to small businesses for improvements and expansions that enhance the city’s historic...Continue Reading

For Rick Garza, owning a business has always been about more than products, it’s about people, purpose, and community.Rick is the owner of RGV Decals & Iron Ons, a Mission-based embroidery and customization shop specializing in custom embroidery, decals, and personalized apparel. For the past 10 years, the business has proudly...Continue Reading

PRESS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MISSION, TEXAS – Mission Economic Development Corporation has launched a redesigned MissionEDC.com, a modernized, mobile-responsive website created in partnership with Golden Shovel Agency. The new platform strengthens Mission EDC’s digital presence, improves accessibility to business resources, and enhances the organization’s marketing and site selection capabilities.Built with user...Continue Reading