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Kurt Howard Rejoins Fort Worth Opera in Dual Role
FORT WORTH (KDAF) — Former management team stalwart Kurt Howard has rejoined the Fort Worth Opera in the combined role of Production Manager and Stage Manager. Howard previously served the company in this dual position ten years ago, from 2004 to 2014. “We are thrilled that Kurt has chosen...
"The Right to Read" Documentary Screening at Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth to Highlight Literacy and Human Rights Issues
Fort Worth’s Human Relations Commission's series, Movies That Matter is set to showcase "The Right to Read" at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth on Thursday, August 1, at 7 p.m. This event, spotlighting the significance of literacy, is not just another evening at the movies—it's a spirited plunge into the heart of human rights issues, offered up free of cost to the public, though reservations are a must and can be easily secured online, according to the City of Fort Worth.
North Texas inflation higher than nation’s. Experts say that shows economic strength
FORT WORTH — Dallas-Fort Worth recently ranked first in the nation for metrics analyzing inflation rate trends. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and a study from WalletHub showed North Texas’ increased costs. However, experts described high inflation as a double-edged sword that heavily impacts consumers but also speaks to the area’s business growth.
Rural North Texas college launching fifth bachelor’s program – this one in computer science
The need for computer science graduates is great and growing, according to Tod Allen Farmer, president of Weatherford College. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects computer and information technology jobs – from programmers to analysts to web developers – will grow much faster than the average occupation over the next decade.
Dallas neighbor ranks No. 1 in U.S. for most seniors still employed
One Dallas-Fort Worth city is home to the most industrious senior citizens in the U.S. According to an analysis by website LLC.org, the city of Irving came out on top of the list of "Cities with the Most Working Seniors." Nearly a third of Irving's senior citizens are still hard...
Fort Worth ISD board votes down five-year strategic plan. What comes next?
Near the end of Fort Worth ISD’s July 23 board meeting, board President Camille Rodriguez said she did not know the next steps for the district. The comment followed a 5-2 vote against a strategic plan that aims to bolster academic performance across Fort Worth ISD for the next five years. Trustee Quinton Phillips and Rodriguez voted to approve the plan; trustees Michael Ryan, Roxanne Martinez, Tobi Jackson, Anael Luebanos and Wallace Bridges voted against it.
Fort Worth Zoo hits conservation milestone by hatching endangered crocodiles
The Fort Worth Zoo made wildlife conservation history, marking the "first-ever repeated" breeding of endangered gharial crocodiles. "With two new hatchlings of gharial crocodiles this summer, the Zoo remains the only institution in North America to have produced multiple offspring of this species and is now the only North American institution to have repeated this process," reads a July 24 news release from Fort Worth Zoo.
Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Coming To Fort Worth
Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is opening a new location in Fort Worth this September and is looking to fill approximately 300 positions. The Fort Worth location, located at 2701 Andretti Karting Drive Fort Worth, boasts over 98,000 square feet of family fun. This renowned entertainment center will offer excitement for everyone, featuring high-speed electric Superkarts on a multi-level track, state-of-the-art arcade games, a two-story laser tag arena, Hologate VR, interactive bowling and a 7D Xperience motion theater. To elevate the experience, the Fort Worth Andretti will also include a full-service restaurant and two full bars, offering an extensive selection of delicious dining...
Cowboys Star CeeDee Lamb Sends 6-Word Message Amid Holdout
CeeDee Lamb may not be in training camp with the Dallas Cowboys but the star pass-catcher is still putting in work. Lamb has been working out in Houston amid his holdout, per Jane Slater of NFL Network. Slater also reported a message from Lamb about what he’s looking for on his next contract.
LeSean McCoy: Dak Prescott 'doesn't have that dog in him'
The Dallas Cowboys’ postseason struggles are known far and wide. Dallas won Super Bowl XXX following the 1995-96 NFL season. Since then, Dallas has failed even to reach the NFC Championship Game. It’s been nearly thirty years since the team hoisted a Lombardi Trophy. Dak Prescott, the Cowboys’ starting quarterback since 2016, unsurprisingly has caught Read more... The post Former Eagles star thinks Dak Prescott ‘isn’t tough enough’ to win in postseason appeared first on The Comeback: Today’s Top Sports Stories & Reactions.
Jolie Koppenol, Jamisyn Payne Win State Titles, Now in Dallas for 2024 International Competition
Two young ladies from Central have won statewide beauty titles in Louisiana and are now at the international pageant in Dallas. Jolie Koppenol, a student at Central Middle School, has been named Louisiana Miss at the state pageant. Jamisyn Payne, 5, a student at St. Alphonsus Catholic School, was chosen...
A night to remember: City staff shines following successful July 4 celebration
With the city successfully wrapping up another spectacular July 4th celebration, it’s clear to everyone involved that team work really does make the dream work. For this year’s dream, the Granbury Chamber of Commerce, city staff and Hood County residents all hoped for an unforgettable 50th anniversary — and that’s exactly what happened.
Hurricane Beryl death toll in Texas rises to 36, including more who lost power in extreme heat
The number of Texas deaths after Hurricane Beryl came ashore and knocked out power to millions of residents climbed to at least 36 on Thursday as officials confirmed more people who died in homes that were left without air conditioning during sweltering heat.
The Chupacabra: Are Texans in Danger from This Mysterious Threat?
We continue our series on Texas Cryptids with one proven real, even if it isn't exactly what it seems. There's a lot of things you can see on a Saturday night in Texas. You can see people wilding after a college football game. You can see cars lined up on a local drag. One thing you probably don't want to see is a blood-thirsty feral animal. Texas is home to the Chupacabra and it's VERY real.
Hot and Dry End to July
LUBBOCK, TX (KLBK) – KLBK Chief Meteorologist Jacob Riley has your Thursday evening weather update for July 25, 2024. Tonight: Mostly clear. Low of 68°. Winds SE 5-10 MPH. Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. High of 94°. Winds SE 12-18 MPH. Tonight:. Aside from the continued haze around the...
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