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Mission lands one of its largest private investments with $50M aluminum manufacturing plant

July 28, 2026 • 5 min read

The project is expected to create about 70 permanent jobs and generate nearly $87 million in annual economic output.... Read more »

Mission manufacturer earns world-class certification, unlocking major retail opportunities

June 28, 2026 • 3 min read

The Safe Quality Food certification allows Habibi Gourmet to manufacture products for major retailers while expanding opportunities for smaller, emerging... Read more »

Mission EDC offers up to $25K for downtown business improvements

May 25, 2026 • 1 min read

Funding supports façade work, repairs, signage, and other projects to strengthen Mission’s historic business district.... Read more »

Metal manufacturer Bettcher to expand in Mission with $3M investment, 50 new jobs

April 30, 2026 • 2 min read

The project adds to growing momentum at Mission’s Expressway Business Park, where Bettcher will add a new line as it... Read more »

A restraining order is blocking Mission from selling the Cimarron, but its effect on a closing remains unclear

December 17, 2025 • 3 min read

A tenant’s lawsuit triggered court restrictions as Mission EDC weighs next steps, and a closing date remains months away.... Read more »

Mission EDC awards $225,000 to help 15 small businesses upgrade and expand

November 20, 2025 • 2 min read

The Ruby Red Ventures grants will fund improvements from equipment to facades as part of the city’s push to strengthen... Read more »

Social Fest 2025 brings top creators, influencers to Mission for the Valley’s first major digital marketing conference

November 11, 2025 • 3 min read

Social Fest brings together internationally known speakers from diverse backgrounds and more than 400 confirmed attendees.... Read more »

Mission businesses can now apply for up to $15,000 in grant funding

October 7, 2025 • 2 min read

Mission EDC invests $225K to boost local entrepreneurship through Build Mission Fund, now in its third year.... Read more »

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