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Dallas And Fort Worth Texas In The Top Bed Bug Infested Cities In The USA
Even if you're sleeping tight tonight, the bed bugs will still bite in Dallas and Fort Worth who rank in the top bed bug infested cities in America. If anyone knows where the worst bed bug infestations are in the country, it would be Orkin. They just released their annual list of the Top 50 cities in the USA for bed bug treatments.
Tarrant County homeowners: Big changes could be coming to your tax bill
TARRANT COUNTY, Texas — The three new Tarrant Appraisal District board members, the first to be elected by Tarrant County voters at large, wasted no time making changes to the county's appraisal policies. In its first meeting since the trio took office, the board gave initial approval Monday to...
Fort Worth's school superintendent shares what's next after board members voted down her 5-year strategic plan
FORT WORTH, Texas — Fort Worth ISD leaders are back to the drawing board when it comes to the plans for the future of the district. School Board Members had a lot of questions Tuesday about the district's 5-year strategic plan. That plan laid out a path to improving test scores, addressing declining enrollment, facilities use, and educational goals. But when brought up for a vote the school board did not decide in the Superintendent's favor.
School starts soon in Fort Worth. Here’s when
School bells will be ringing soon. Public schools in the Fort Worth area kick off the 2024-25 academic year, with start dates of Aug. 5 through Aug. 15, depending on the district. Here’s when traditional public schools and charter schools in the city are scheduled to hold their first day...
$50 million lawsuit filed against Chris Brown for alleged attack backstage at Texas show
HOUSTON — Music star Chris Brown, his entourage and the entertainment company Live Nation were named in a lawsuit filed by Houston attorney Tony Buzbee. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of four men who claim to have been beaten after Brown performed in Fort Worth last weekend. It happened Saturday after a show at the Dickies Arena. According to the lawsuit, the plaintiffs were invited backstage with about 40 women.
Bills mounting for owners of illegal dump site in Fort Worth
FORT WORTH — Months after the I-Team revealed a massive illegal dump in a quiet Fort Worth neighborhood, the cleanup has begun.Illegal dumping, tax breaks and donkeys; I-Team investigates Fort Worth propertyIt's been a long time coming for neighbors along Randol Mill Road, near East Loop 820. They've spent years worried about water pollution, fire hazards, and mosquitoes -- all because of the dump hidden within the heavily wooded 70-acre lot.When our chopper flew over the property in February, we could see mountains of shingles and tires among the trees. The city and state found out about it in May 2022...
Governor Abbott Praises Texas Sheriffs for Commitment to Public Safety at SAT Conference in Fort Worth
At the recent Sheriffs' Association of Texas (SAT) 2024 Annual Training Conference & Expo in Fort Worth, Governor Greg Abbott delivered a keynote address that commended the dedication and bravery of Texas sheriffs. In a crowd of over 500 law enforcement officials and community leaders, Abbott expressed profound gratitude on behalf of the state for their work in protecting communities, particularly regarding challenges posed by border policies. "It takes an extraordinary human being to be willing to put their life on the line to make sure that others are protected and that communities are safe," said Governor Abbott.
Three earthquakes shake West Texas, felt in Dallas-Fort Worth
The eighth strongest earthquake in the state's history shook West Texas late Monday night, with one of three quakes that occurred Monday reaching a magnitude of 4.9. People reported feeling shakes as far as the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Inmates to return to Tarrant County following contract termination with private jail provider
Overflow inmates from Tarrant County jail have been housed at Giles W. Dalby Correctional Center in West Texas since 2022. (Courtesy Pexels) Members of the Tarrant County Commissioners Court voted unanimously to terminate a contract with a private company that has been housing an overflow of inmates at the Giles W. Dalby Correctional Center in Garza County—about 40 miles southeast of Lubbock—since 2022.
Fort Worth coffee shop turns into meetup spot for local runners
FORT WORTH – When Ampersand Coffee owners Huy Vu and Michael Ferrari Le signed up for the Cowtown Marathon, they knew they needed to start training. "Ampersand was our meetup spot to start training," Vu said. "And over time, it kind of just grew into what you see it is today." "We would, you know, drink coffee, drink tea, whatever we like and then just use that energy, that caffeine, to kind of just give us that boost to just start making a run for it," Le said. Their training runs quickly started getting attention. "People walked by and asked what we're doing and...
Commerce City Native, RP3 Gregory Solis, Honored for Commitment to Service and Spirituality at NAS JRB Fort Worth
The U.S. Navy shines a light on the lives of its service members, giving us a glimpse into the world of those who serve our country. Recently highlighted is Religious Program Specialist Third Class (RP3) Gregory Solis, who hails from Commerce City, Colorado. Solis enlisted in the Navy on June 11, 2023, and quickly found his place at NAS JRB Fort Worth, his first duty station. Serving others runs in his blood; his family's military lineage spans across branches and generations. He chose to continue this tradition, finding his calling within the Religious Program, a decision inspired by both heritage and personal dedication.
Tarrant County adopts new rules for renting facilities amid Fort Worth event controversy
Tarrant County has a new policy in place to regulate the use of county facilities by private groups and individuals. County staff created the policy to “ensure that county facilities are utilized for the efficient operation of government business and to ensure the safety of all employees and members of the public who are present at said facilities,” according to the seven-page document. The policy, which county commissioners approved July 16, will go into effect Aug. 1.
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