Apr 22, 2025 / Jillian Guinn
Newly Designated I-27 Segment Marks Major Milestone for Ports-to-Plains Corridor and West Texas Economy A major step forward for Texas infrastructure and economic growth was celebrated with the official designation of a 4.2-mile segment of U.S. 87 as part of Interstate 27 (I-27). More
Mar 05, 2025 / Kayci Cohen
Lubbock Named a Top 20 Best City for Working Families in 2025 Finding the right balance between work and home life is a challenge for families across the U.S. Rising housing and childcare costs, long commutes and demanding work schedules make it harder than ever to thrive both professionally and personally. More
Jan 17, 2025 / Kayci Cohen
Leprino Opens its new World-Class Manufacturing Facility Marks significant investment in Lubbock A Game-Changing Investment in Lubbock's Future Leprino Foods Company, a global leader in premium-quality cheese and dairy ingredient production, officially opened the first phase of its groundbreaking 850,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in East Lubbock. This state-of-the-art plant will produce mozzarella cheese and nutrition products, contributing to the nourishment of families worldwide. More
Dec 12, 2024 / Kayci Cohen
X-FAB Receives More Than $50M in Funding for Chip Manufacturing The U.S. Department of Commerce announced X-FAB Silicon Foundries has entered into a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms to receive upwards of $50 million in funding from the CHIPS and Science Act as a part of the CHIPS for America Act. More
Dec 05, 2024 / Kayci Cohen
New Leadership Joins LEDA Board to Drive Lubbock’s Growth The Lubbock Economic Development Alliance (LEDA) and Market Lubbock is proud to announce the appointment of three distinguished leaders in the Lubbock community to its Board of Directors: Robert Taylor, Jordan Wheatley, and Mont McClendon. These new members bring a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to fostering economic growth and opportunity in Lubbock. More
Nov 12, 2024 / madden
The State of the Lubbock Economy Every year, the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance and Market Lubbock, Inc. present the Year in Review, a compilation of the previous year's achievements and a forecast for what to expect in the next year, during the Economic Forecast Luncheon. More
Feb 27, 2024 / Jillian Guinn
TACO Hydroflo Pump Solutions Opens in Lubbock, Texas Taco Hydroflo Pump Solutions Opens in Lubbock, Texas Taco Hydroflo Pump Solutions expanded into the Lubbock community, adding 38 new jobs and $1,875,000 of capital investment. The company’s location serves as the primary manufacturing facility with expanded pump test pit improvements. More
Nov 06, 2023 / madden
Construction at Jones AT&T Stadium Jones AT&T Stadium is currently undergoing a $242 million renovation project, which includes the development of a brand-new south end zone and the construction of the Womble Football Center. Texas Tech University broke ground following the 2022 football season and construction is set to continue till the 2024 season. This season, fans can experience improved cell service with AT&T, new turf, new grab-and-go and convenience stations and new LED lighting which enables the stadium to conduct light shows. More