As we welcome 2026, we’re taking a moment to look back with gratitude.
Thank you for being part of our progress and helping this community move forward together. Here’s to another year of growth, connection, and shared purpose. 🌟
💡 Here are a 3 smart tips to kick off 2026!
✅ Review your 2025 results: Look at what worked & where you can improve.
✅ Refresh your online presence: Update photos, hours, & contact info.
✅ Connect locally: Partner with businesses or join local events to increase visibility.
Merry Christmas from Cuero Development Corporation!
Wishing you peace, joy, and time well spent with loved ones this holiday season. 🎁✨
💡 Thinking about applying for a business grant?
We’ve put together a quick guide that breaks down three common types of grants and how they can support your goals, from improving your storefront to launching something new.
Learn more here: cuerodc.com/3-grant-types-to…
📸 Do you know where this photo was taken?
Drop your best guess in the comments below! 👇
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🖼️ See “Life on the Fence” Before It Closes December 30!
Featuring fine art photography by Frank Klein and bronze wildlife sculptures by Kent Ullberg, this show highlights the powerful connection between people, animals, and the landscapes that inspire us.
🎄 Have you visited Christmas in the Park yet this season? The drive-through experience is free, and donations are always appreciated to help keep this Cuero tradition glowing for years to come.
📍 Cuero Christmas in the Park
🕕 6–10 PM nightly
🔗 cuerochristmasinthepark.org
✅ Review Tax Deductions: Purchases like equipment, software, & improvements for your business may qualify for tax benefits when done before Dec 31.
✅ Use Local Resources: We have business programs & tools. Exploring our resources now can put you in a strong position for 2026.
🎄Christmas in Cuero is in full swing! Here are a few ways to participate locally:
- Take a drive through Christmas in the Park
- Shop local businesses for holiday essentials
- Grab a meal at a local restaurant while you’re out and about
- Consider donating to community programs
Your CDC Wrapped Is Here! 📀 This year brought more than $250K reinvested into Cuero, big wins in business support, broadband progress, and programs that strengthened our community. There were many important efforts happening behind the scenes that kept Cuero moving forward. ⭐
We’re honored to share that the CDC's new "Good Things Happen Here" series has been nominated for a Community Economic Development Award. This series has set a strong foundation for future years, and we’re excited to continue telling stories that inspire growth and connection💛
Business Spotlight: Classy B’s Boutique 🎁
Looking for the perfect holiday gifts? Classy B’s Boutique on Main Street has you covered with apparel, accessories, and home décor that make shopping local easy.
🛍️ Stop by their shop or shop online at classybsboutique.com
Did you know? Cuero businesses can apply for Façade Improvement Grants to enhance storefronts and attract more customers. Learn more about how to apply here: cuerodc.com/facade-program/
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⭐️ Ready to grow your business in Cuero?
Schedule a meeting with Maggie Cromeens to talk through your goals and discover the local resources that can help you succeed.
📅 Schedule a meeting today: calendly.com/mcromeens
🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the Cuero Development Corporation!
Today we pause to reflect on what makes Cuero truly special: our people, our businesses, and the spirit of community that keeps us moving forward together. We hope your day is filled with warmth and joy!
💡 Opportunities for Women Entrepreneurs
Each month, one deserving woman-led business is awarded the $10,000 Amber Grant, and at year’s end, one of these winners receives an even bigger boost to propel her dream forward.
👉 Learn more and apply: ambergrantsforwomen.com
🎀 Happy Pink Friday to all our incredible local businesses! 🎀
Today we celebrate the shops and brands that make our community vibrant and unique. Supporting local doesn’t just fuel your business, it strengthens our economy and keeps Cuero (and South Texas) thriving. 💖
We’re proud to share that Stir Soda Shoppe recently received the Business Enterprise Grant and we were thrilled to help secure the land that made their new location possible! Stop by to welcome this new business to our community! Visit Stir Soda Shoppe: 👉 stirsodashoppe.com/
✨ The holiday season in Cuero kicks off with the annual Downtown Tree Lighting on November 25 from 5:30 - 7:00 PM. Events like this bring more foot traffic downtown, creating a vibrant atmosphere that supports our local businesses. We encourage our business community to join us!
Do you know where this snapshot was taken in Cuero? 🔍 Drop your answer in the comments below!
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