Economic Development Strategic Planning
2026-08-25 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Online – Via Zoom Meetings, TX, United States
TMCN is excited to welcome Justin Jaworski for an engaging Economic Development Strategic Planning session designed to help communities strengthen their economic development strategies!
With more than 20 years of experience in Economic Development, Justin will help untangle the web of strategic planning by sharing practical insights, proven strategies, and real-world solutions. Whether you’re refining your community’s vision or tackling complex challenges, you’ll leave with actionable ideas and a clearer path forward.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an experienced leader, connect with peers from across the region, and gain valuable tools to support your community’s future success.

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Data Center Deep Dive Week 2 - Preparing Your Community Before They Arrive
2026-08-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Meeting, Zoom Meeting, TX, 79601, United States
As data center and digital infrastructure investments rapidly expand across Texas, rural communities face an unprecedented opportunity to shape their economic future.
How will you prepare your community?!
Hosted by the Texas Midwest Community Network (TMCN) and Collegiate Edu-Nation (CEN) through its EPIC (Empowering People, Inspiring Communities) initiative, this eight-week virtual series offers unbiased, actionable education for local leaders, educators, economic development professionals, utility providers, and engaged citizens.

Week 2 – Preparing Your Community Before They Arrive
This FREE session focuses on proactive community planning to ensure local leaders and residents are ready before data center developments begin. Key topics include evaluating and preparing local infrastructure, housing, public safety, and workforce needs to navigate incoming digital infrastructure investments effectively.
Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (CT)
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Cost: Free
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/yxJRYbLkQdiRzFxLdL07TQ#/registration

Complete 8-Week Webinar Schedule
Every Wednesday from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (CT) on Zoom, featured panel discussions will explore the key pillars of community readiness:
Week 1: Understanding Data Centers
Week 2(Aug 26th): Preparing Your Community Before They Arrive
Week 3: Infrastructure Readiness
Week 4: Workforce Development
Week 5: Education Partnerships
Week 6: Public Safety & Community Services
Week 7: Lessons Learned (Real-World Insights)
Week 8: Housing & Community Growth

Why Attend?
Learn from Experts: Hear directly from subject matter specialists, utility providers, and local leaders with real-world experience.
Proactive Planning: Gain tools and practical resources to evaluate infrastructure, housing, public safety, and workforce needs.
Build Connections: Connect with regional peers and industry leaders across Texas.
This series serves as the official lead-up to TMCN’s Annual Conference this October in Abilene, where these critical conversations will continue in person.

10th Biennial Lawmakers Luncheon
2026-09-15 11:30 - 15:00 | Myrtle Wilks Community Center, 1498 W. Interstate 20, Cisco, TX, 76437, United States
TMCN’s 10th Biennial Lawmakers Luncheon is here and we look forward to you joining us for this unique and informative event!
The day offers a great format to network with your peers from across the region and visit with your own elected officials. We will also offer you an opportunity to submit questions to the legislative panel. Come hear about their top take-aways from the 89th Session, what are their thoughts for the 90th Session and an opportunity for you to lend your voice to the discussion.
Currently, those who have tentatively committed are: Senator Perry, Representative Frank, Rep. Lambert, Rep. Spiller and Rep. Darby.
There is a limited number of seats in this venue, we encourage early registration.
WHEN: Tuesday September 15, 2026
WHERE: Myrtle Wilks Community Center – Cisco, TX
TIME: 11:30am – 3:00pm
COST: $50/Person

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TMCN Annual Conference - The Rural Advantage
2026-10-14 08:30 - 15:30 | Hendrick Health Volunteers Hall, 4310 Buffalo Gap Rd, Abilene, TX, 79606, United States
TMCN’s Annual Conference – The Rural Advantage: Innovation & Opportunity Summit – is here, and we look forward to having you join us for this high-impact event!
This summit offers a fantastic opportunity to unlock rural opportunities in a rapidly changing landscape. Network with peers from across the region, engage with key leaders, and discover innovative strategies to strengthen rural communities.
Seats and vendor spaces are limited, so we encourage early registration to secure your spot! IF you need more information or would like to sponsor this event, please email tmcn@tmcn.org
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WHEN: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
WHERE: Hendrick Health Volunteers Hall 4310 Buffalo Gap Rd
Abilene, TX 79606 (Old Sears Building) – Abilene, TX
TIME: 8:30AM – 3:30PM (registration opens at 8:30am)
COST: $65 Individual $25 Student $350 Vendor $500 Rural Readiness Partner

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