Live! by Loews, a new $150 million flagship hotel, was announced as the newest addition to Arlington's world-class Entertainment District in May.

The hotel and convention center will be part of Texas Live!, the $250 million dining, entertainment and hospitality destination being developed in partnership between The Cordish Companies, Texas Rangers and City of Arlington.

Another company also announced a milestone in May. General Motors Arlington Assembly Plant celebrated the installation of the final steel beam required for the paint shop expansion. The project is part of GM's ongoing $1.4 billion expansion to meet the global demand for full-size sports utility vehicles.

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