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🌱 How much does East Texas A&M really pump into Commerce’s economy?

Commerce, Texas Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • How much does East Texas A&M really pump into Commerce’s economy?

Today's riddle: Why do some employees hide as soon as they arrive at work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Warm; breezy in the morning, with a high of 99 and low of 78 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Breezy and very warm, temps: high: 97, low: 78.
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 95 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• $418 Million impact: New study highlights East Texas A&M's role in Northeast Texas economy (myparistexas.com) — East Texas A&M University is being credited as the economic backbone of Commerce, supporting thousands of jobs and generating $418 million in regional economic output. A new study shows most graduates stay and work in Texas, while ongoing campus construction and research centers promise even more benefits for local businesses, public services, and the broader Northeast Texas economy.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Midtown Dallas Inc. opens new headquarters at Midtown Plaza (advocatemag.com)

Sulphur Springs

  • Vistra seeks dismissal of key claims in Sulphur Springs legal fight over data center site (kltv.com)
  • Strong to severe storms possible as North Texas stays hot, humid (cbsnews.com)
  • Saputo June Difference Makers (frontporchnewstexas.com)

Ok Commerce! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Good employees are hard to find! (Thank you Patricia P. for sending it in!)
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