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Discover Hondo: Introducing Our New Community Events Calendar
February 24, 2026 - The Hondo Economic Development Corporation is proud to announce the launch of a new Community Events Calendar on our website, designed to better connect residents, businesses, and organizations throughout Hondo. This new online resource serves as a centralized hub for local events, helping showcase the many activities that make our community vibrant, welcoming,...

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Marketing That Moves the Needle
February 19, 2026 - The Hondo EDC recently hosted another impactful Lunch B.I.T.E.S. workshop focused on helping small businesses turn their social media presence into a revenue generating tool. This session centered on practical strategies for creating intentional content, increasing engagement, and converting online visibility into real sales. Attendees learned how to better...

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Hondo EDC Launches Instagram to Share Updates, Highlights, and Behind-the-Scenes Moments
February 6, 2026 - The Hondo Economic Development Corporation is excited to announce the launch of our official Instagram account, @HondoEDC, giving our community a new and engaging way to stay connected with what’s happening in Hondo. This additional platform allows us to share timely updates, local business highlights, event information, project milestones, and behind-the-scenes...

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BRE Regional Meeting Offers Insightful Tour of Toyota Manufacturing Plant
February 3, 2026 - On January 28, 2026, our Business Retention & Expansion (BRE) Coordinator, Kaitlynn Jensen, had the opportunity to attend the BRE Regional meeting hosted by Greater SATX. These quarterly meetings provide valuable opportunities for local economic development professionals and partners to connect, share insights, and learn from one another. As part of the meeting, attendees were...

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Hondo Welcomes BlueWave Express Car Wash
January 20, 2026 - The Hondo Economic Development Corporation is pleased to officially welcome BlueWave Express Car Wash to the Hondo community. On Friday, January 16, the Hondo EDC joined BlueWave Express Car Wash and the Hondo Area Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of BlueWave’s newest location in Hondo. We...

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Hondo EDC Concludes Successful Open Rewards Program, Generating Over $514,000 in Local Economic Impact
January 13, 2026 - Hondo, TX — The Hondo Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is proud to announce the successful conclusion of its Open Rewards Program, a five-month initiative designed to encourage residents and visitors to shop local and support Hondo’s small businesses. The program demonstrated the powerful impact of community-driven economic development, resulting in significant...

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Hondo EDC Brings Business and Community Together at Coffee with the Chamber
January 12, 2026 - The Hondo Economic Development Corporation proudly kicked off 2026 by hosting the first Coffee with the Chamber event of the year—and it was a resounding success. With an estimated attendance of 75 community leaders, business owners, and professionals, the event set an energetic and collaborative tone for the year ahead. While Coffee with...

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Hondo Launches New 0% Interest Rate Loan Program to Strengthen Local Small Business Growth
January 7, 2026 - HONDO, TX (January 7, 2026) – The Hondo Economic Development Corporation (Hondo EDC) has partnered with LiftFund to launch the Hondo 0% Interest Rate Loan Program aimed at expanding access to affordable financing for small business owners in the Hondo community. Through this initiative, eligible entrepreneurs can access interest-free loans of up to $35,000, helping reduce barriers...

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Celebrating Hondo’s Local Businesses
December 8, 2025 - At the Hondo Economic Development Corporation, we are proud to shine a spotlight on the incredible businesses that make our community thrive. Our Business Highlights feature is a key part of this effort, designed to showcase the innovation, dedication, and unique offerings of Hondo’s local entrepreneurs. By sharing these stories, we...

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Hondo EDC and Hondo ISD Attend Regional IncubatorEDU Showcase
December 2, 2025 - Representatives from the Hondo Economic Development Corporation and Hondo Independent School District were honored to attend the first IncubatorEDU Showcase of the 2025–2026 academic year for the San Antonio region. This event brought together students, educators, mentors, and community partners from across the region to highlight the impressive entrepreneurial work taking place within...

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