City Council reappoints PEDC Board MembersAugust 21, 2026On August 10, our City Council reappointed three board members to continue serving Paris through the PEDC Board of Directors. Chairman Josh Bray, Treasurer Chase Coleman, and Board Member Curtis Fendley, ... Read more
Fusion Manufacturing Establishes New Agricultural Equipment Facility in Lamar County, TexasMarch 25, 2026The Paris Economic Development Corporation (PEDC) is proud to announce that Fusion Manufacturing has established a new agricultural equipment manufacturing facility in Lamar County on Highway 82 West. This development ... Read more
Ametsa Packaging Announces Expansion, Adding 50 Jobs in Paris-Lamar CountyFebruary 26, 2026“Our experience in growing our business lines in Paris and Lamar County has been extremely positive!” Ametsa’s chief executive officer, Carlos de Aldecoa, exclaimed. “Thanks to the support of the ... Read more
Paris EDC partners with East Texas A&M for Industry Connect 2025November 12, 2025Bridging Education and Industry Workforce development is a cornerstone of the PEDC’s strategy. Events like Industry Connect 2025 are vital for building a pipeline of skilled professionals who will drive ... Read more
TxDOT Paris District named Industry of the YearOctober 23, 2025The Paris Economic Development Corporation named the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Paris District as the 2025 Industry of the Year recipient at the 122nd Lamar County Chamber of Commerce Celebration ... Read more
TxDOT Paris District Celebrates Ribbon Cutting at New HeadquartersAugust 8, 2025Today, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) celebrated the grand opening of their new TxDOT Paris District Headquarters. The state-of-the-art facility, spanning 120,000 square feet across 12 buildings, represents a ... Read more
Community Investment Program Fuels Workforce Development in Lamar CountyMay 30, 2025The Paris Economic Development Corporation (PEDC), in partnership with Rural Development Partners (RDP), proudly announces the first two recipients of a new workforce training initiative through the RDP Community Investment ... Read more
Paris EDC Participates in Governor’s Cup CeremonyMarch 14, 2025Governor Abbott commended Texas’s achievement, emphasizing the state’s pro-business environment and strategic investments in infrastructure, education, and workforce development as catalysts for economic growth. “Texas offers businesses unmatched competitive advantages, ... Read more
Workforce Solutions Northeast Texas Presents Annual Awards for Employers and PartnersFebruary 7, 2025Workforce Solutions Northeast Texas is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 Employer of the Year Awards, recognizing three exceptional companies for their contributions to the local economy, workforce ... Read more
TEDC Appoints Maureen Hammond Chair of the Workforce Committee for 2025December 12, 2024The Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC) has announced the roster of Economic Development leaders that will serve on the organization’s open committees for 2025. Maureen Hammond, Executive Director of the ... Read more
PEDC Honored with 2024 Community Economic Development Award (CEDA)November 5, 2024The Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC) has awarded the Paris Economic Development Corporation (PEDC) with the prestigious Annual Community Economic Development Award (CEDA) for 2024. This accolade recognizes PEDC’s outstanding ... Read more
PEDC Names Universal Fabricating as Industry of the YearOctober 25, 2024The company has quickly become an essential part of the local economy, demonstrating a firm commitment to innovation and community engagement. With a current workforce of more than 100 employees, ... Read more
