Marlin Economic Development Corporation

08/03/2026

Happening now!! Get to the Pauline and Jane Chilton Library before 2:30!!

07/14/2026

Be sure to stop by Falls Community tomorrow to check out the new Goodwill Mission Xpress bus! The bus will provide free internet access, computer training, and other job seeking resources.

Visit our Marlin clinic TOMORROW between 10 AM and 1 PM to get a first look at the newly launched Goodwill Mission Xpress bus! This is an absolutely amazing resource for our rural communities and we couldn’t be more excited to share it with you. 🚌🚌

07/11/2026

Today, our community came together to honor one of the most significant journeys in the history of the city of Marlin, Texas.

In 1867, 435 freed men, women, and children left Kingstree, South Carolina seeking the opportunity to build new lives in Texas. Their journey, first by ship to Galveston then by rail to Marlin, represented far more than travel. It marked a courageous step toward freedom, self-determination, and the hope of a brighter future after emancipation.

The descendants of those families helped shape the churches, schools, businesses, and neighborhoods that became the foundation of our community. Their resilience, faith, and perseverance continue to echo through generations, leaving an enduring legacy that remains woven into the story of Falls County.

This memorial project served as a powerful reminder that history is something every single one of us hold the responsibility to inherit, preserve, and share. By recognizing the arrival of the 435 Freedmen, we honored the sacrifices they made, celebrated the lives they built, and reaffirmed our commitment to ensuring their story is remembered for generations to come.

A special thank you goes to the dedicated members of the Marlin Monument Committee: Sharon Johnson Styles, Angela Shaw Ross, Rev. David A. Hill, and Toni A. Kirk. Their countless hours of research, planning, coordination, and unwavering commitment brought this vision to life. Without their hard work, passion, and perseverance, this meaningful event and the continued effort to preserve this important chapter of our community's history would not have been possible.

Thank you as well to everyone who attended, supported, and contributed to this historic occasion. Together we honored a remarkable legacy and took another step toward ensuring the story of the 435 Freedmen will continue to educate, inspire, and unite generations to come.

07/05/2026

What an outstanding Fourth of July celebration!

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us and helped make our 1st ever Marlin EDC Fireworks in the Park such a success. Seeing families, friends, neighbors, and visitors come together to enjoy great food, so many fun activities, and an unforgettable fireworks show was a wonderful reminder of what makes our community so special.

Events like these are about more than just celebrating a holiday. They’re about creating opportunities for people to connect, support local businesses, and build lasting memories together. The energy, smiles, and sense of community throughout the day made all the hard work so worthwhile.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to our volunteers, sponsors, vendors, first responders, and everyone who played a part in making this event possible. Your dedication and generosity helped create a celebration our community can be proud of.

We are so incredibly grateful for such an amazing turnout and look forward to bringing our community together again for future events. If you see someone you know please tag them in the comments!

07/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out for our 1st ever Fourth of July Fireworks in the Park celebration. This is what home is meant to feel like ❤️

07/04/2026

ONE HOUR UNTIL GATES OPEN!

07/04/2026

We’ve been hard at work since 7 AM and cannot wait to see all of you TONIGHT from 6-10 PM! This event is completely free to the public and then there will be food trucks and retail vendors selling items. Gates open at 6 PM and fireworks start at 9:15 PM 🧨🧨