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There are several reasons to choose Grapevine, from its diverse small businesses to its quality public schools. However, many people are drawn here because of the engaged community members who are eager to help one another. One of the best examples of this is local organizations supporting the Grapevine Relief and Community Exchange...
Grapevine's Northeastern Business District is a Lunchtime Staple and a Springboard for Adventure
Dec 8 2025Our tour of Grapevine's varied business corridors continues with the Northeastern Business District! Defined by major employers near the City’s northeast boundary, this area has carved outa niche for convenient dining, adventure expansions, and community gathering. The vast majority of employees in the District report to corporate headquarters like Kubota,...
The holiday season, between Thanksgiving and the New Year, is a crucial time for small business owners. Studies show that 75% of SMBs rely on holiday sales to meet their revenue goals. And their success is important, because when people shop local, they also support themselves. For every $100 spent at...
As 2025 comes to a close, we have plenty to celebrate. From expansions and new store openings to the ongoing success of longtime favorites in Grapevine, this year was another entry in the long list of excellent ones for our community. And a few more businesses snuck into the market...
Foreign dollars invested in the United States increased by $332.1 billion to $5.71 trillion at the end of 2024, with the manufacturing sector seeing the highest increases and retaining the largest sector of foreign direct investment (FDI) in the country. This year has also seen a yo-yo effect when it...
Grapevine, the official Christmas Capital of Texas, featuring more than 1,400 Christmas events over 40 days, announced today that it has been named the Best Christmas Town in the “Happy Holidays” category of the Newsweek Readers’ Choice Awards 2026. This recognition celebrates the destinations, attractions, and experiences most loved and...
Texas is uniquely positioned to lead in the space industry. With a legacy of aerospace innovation, multiple active launch sites, top-tier research universities, and a robust manufacturing base, the state is already a national leader in space-related activity. But the establishment of the Texas Space Commission marks a new chapter—one...
There’s no better place in North Texas to get in the spirit of the season than Grapevine, the official Christmas Capital of Texas®. With more than 1,400 events happening over 40 days, including popup bars, a parade, shopping and more, Grapevine shines bright with festive cheer and small-town charm. And...
For CFOs and finance executives, the upcoming launch of the Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) represents more than a new trading venue, it’s a clear signal that the financial center of gravity in the U.S. is shifting.Backed by institutional investors including BlackRock and Citadel Securities, the TXSE is expected to debut...
Texas has topped business rankings for years—and for good reason. Texas has the infrastructure, the talent, the business-friendly environment, and a deep commitment to workforce development. That mix creates a winning formula for companies of all sizes. “The partnership that we have with our local and regional economic development organizations...
The Grapevine Young Professionals (GYP) held its third annual Spooky Soiree on October 17 to raise money for four local causes. The organization sold 168 tickets and created a night of elevated food, fun drinks, local entertainment, and a mystery to solve. The event – which has grown each year...
Dr. Sue Williams has been part of the Historic District since her hobby turned into a full-time business in 2013. An internist who still practices medicine at a hospital in Dallas, “Dr. Sue” picked up artisan chocolate making as a hobby in the early years of her empty-nest phase. She...
Governor Greg Abbott today announced 52 Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) training grants totaling over $14 million have been awarded to Texas higher education institutions and independent school districts (ISD) to train students for high-demand, good-paying jobs after graduation. These JET grants awarded through the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)...
Another Week of Available Work: Why Career and Technical Education (CTE) Matters Now More Than Ever
Nov 7 2025As Joe Arnold points out, the landscape of employment in Texas is shifting. While four-year degrees are valuable, they’re not the only path to a successful career. “We’re seeing growing demand for skilled technicians—people who can build, repair, operate, and innovate in essential industries like energy, manufacturing, healthcare, and IT,”...
Covering both sides of Northwest Highway as it stretches from State Hwy 114 to Texan Trail, the Community Business District thrives on commuter traffic and regulars from neighborhoods around North Grapevine. The first of ten corridors we'll analyze in the year ahead, this area is home to a variety of...
The eighth-largest economy in the world has the best business climate in the U.S. Texas has once again emerged as the state most likely to succeed when it comes to attracting capital investment from the private sector. That’s because from the governor’s office in Austin to economic development offices in...
A plethora of “third place” options have arrived in Grapevine, riding a wave of desire for social connection as the year winds down. As always, this list is a partial sampling chosen to highlight the diversity of the Grapevine market. A full Certificates of Occupancy list will show even more...
Leaders champion innovation as the engine of progress. Yet when it’s personal—when an employee reimagines their own career—it’s too often dismissed. If reinvention keeps companies alive, shouldn’t it also keep people thriving?In a workforce that spans six or more decades, the ability to pivot—whether by reskilling, shifting roles, or moving...
It’s a topic of endless debate for business leaders and analysts: What is the most important element that determines a company’s success or failure?Patrick Esposito, president and co-founder of ACME General Corp.—a company that bridges the gap between public sector organizations and innovators building problem-solving technologies—even wrote a book about...
AI career and life coaches are suddenly everywhere.An HBR study of AI use cases shows ‘therapy’ at the top of the list, followed closely by ‘finding purpose.’ Almost half of Gen Z professionals claim they get better guidance from AI than from their managers.But should AI really be a substitute...
AI Optimization for Economic Developers sounds like a mouthful but it really means creating web and marketing content that both humans and artificial intelligence tools can easily understand, interpret, and recommend. In other words - can AI read and understand the content being published on your website as easily as...
Logistics Advances
Oct 15 2025The logistics industry in 2025 has entered a transformative era based on rapid technological advancement, sustainability efforts, and evolving supply chain dynamics. Driven by both necessity and innovation, the sector is experiencing an evolution in efficiency, adaptability, and service delivery.A defining feature of 2025 is the widespread adoption of automation...
Grapevine Businesses Pivot and Prepare for 2026
Oct 14 2025To say that 2025 started out bumpy would be an understatement. For most of the calendar year, business owners and executives have faced an unpredictable market filled with lingering inflation, surprise trends, and delayed rebounds. Across most major industry sectors, the prevailing attitude is now one of cautious optimism. Hoteliers...
This Fall, the Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District (ISD) conducted mock interviews for more than 330 students with the help of 80 community volunteers. Students from both Colleyville Heritage High and Grapevine High showed off the professional skills they have developed over the past year, including clear communication and critical thinking.“This...
