CALVERT, Texas (KRHD) — Calvert, a town of about 1,000 people, is seeing new businesses open along Main Street — and city leaders say the momentum is real.
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Sales tax revenue has increased over the past 2 years, with 10 of the last 12 months seeing gains. In March alone, the city brought in more than $10,900 — up more than 4% from last year.
City Administrator Sergio Loya pointed to one of the newest arrivals while walking through downtown.
"Across the street, we have one of our newest customers, Groholski Sausage out of Bremond. He's set up shop and we couldn't be happier with them."
Christie Fickey has owned The Purple Pig of Calvert for 14 years and says what's happening now feels different from past cycles.
"I'm excited about Calvert growing."
Fickey said she came to Calvert with a clear sense of purpose.
"I'm a small town person and I believe in making the little small towns survive for the people in this area. I've loved every minute of it."
She said the wave of new businesses is a sign of things to come.
"I like all the new businesses opening up because I think the more businesses that open up, the more we'll draw the public to Calvert."
For Fickey, the growth is about more than economics — it's about the town's survival and long-term future.
"I think all of the people in Calvert should contribute to the downtown area to keep Calvert going."
Loya echoed that optimism.
"A little bit of confidence, a little bit of patience, a little bit of faith, we believe that Calvert is poised for some good solid growth."
Loya said more ribbon cuttings are expected soon and is asking residents to stay involved as Calvert continues to build on its progress.
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