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Pastor booted from Tarrant County Commissioners Court after public comment
FORT WORTH, Texas — When Fort Worth Pastor Ryon Price spoke at Tarrant County Commissioner's Court on July 2nd, he had no idea it would land him in hot water. He is a regular who signs up for public comment. But this time, Pastor Price went 8 seconds over the three-minute limit. That led to him being held in contempt of court.
Tarrant jail medical director failed to act before baby was born in cell: court records
An obstetrician told the jail’s medical director that the woman needed to be induced into labor and transferred to a medical facility hours before she gave birth, according to the document.
Five North Texas hospitals ranked among the top in the state in 2024
DALLAS — Five of the top 15 hospitals in the state are in North Texas, according to new U.S. News and World Report rankings. Two of the top three hospitals are in Dallas, with UT Southwestern Medical Center ranked second in the state (after the top-ranked Houston Methodist Hospital) and the best in DFW, followed by Baylor University Medical Center, which was ranked third in the state.
Texas Health discontinues labor and delivery services in Cleburne
In as little as two months, Treva Gehrke's family of six will grow to seven. She said her doctor expects baby number five will arrive early. A few years ago, her daughter was born at 34 weeks. On top of that, Gehrke’s battling a long list of complications. “I’m...
Mosquito Spraying in Zones 3, 11 & 23 Friday, July 19 & Saturday, July 20
The city of Burleson was notified that mosquitoes in Zones 3, 11 and 23 tested positive for West Nile Virus. In response, the city will be conducting truck-based spraying. Weather permitting, spraying will occur sometime between the hours of 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. on Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20.
PUBLIC NOTICE: CITY OF OVILLA, TEXAS FM 664 UTILITY RELOCATION NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Publish two times in The Ellis County Press on Thursday, July 18, 2024 and Thursday, July 25, 2024. Sealed bids will be received in the Purchasing Office of the City of Ovilla, 105 Cockrell Hill, Ovilla, Texas 75154 until 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 1, 2024, and then publicly opened and read for furnishing all plant, labor, material, machinery, equipment, and all necessary appurtenances and for performing all work required for the construction of the Project.
American Airlines has a contract deal with flight attendants, and President Biden is happy about it
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — American Airlines and the union representing its flight attendants said Friday they have reached agreement on a new contract that includes pay raises, and President Joe Biden said the deal avoids a strike that would have hurt the U.S. economy and consumers. Terms of...
Fort Worth’s New Community Land Trust Aims to Keep Homes Affordable
Community Land Trusts have been kicked around in North Texas for years as an affordable housing option for residents who want to age in place or stay in the community they grew up in. Fort Worth is forging ahead with its new land trust, poised to build and renovate homes on a 15-acre site purchased from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Fort Worth leaders weigh-in on presidential race
FORT WORTH – U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey, D-Fort Worth, has joined three other members of Congress in asking President Biden directly to pass the torch to the next generation of Democratic leaders."We must face the reality that widespread public concerns about your age and fitness are jeopardizing what should be a winning campaign," said Veasey in a letter – with Democrats Jared Huffman of California, Chuy Garcia of Illinois, and Mark Pocan of Wisconsin – to Biden.One week ago, Veasey said that he didn't think the president was the strongest candidate who could run on the Democratic ticket, but he...
Coca-Cola Classic Christmas Coming To Arlington, Texas
Even though North Texas is in the middle of summer with 100-degree days upon us, it’s never too early to plan for the holiday season. Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages and Enchant Christmas announced Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas, an immersive holiday light experience that will transport guests into a world of Christmas magic. Featuring larger-than-life light sculptures, falling snow, ice skating, visits with Santa and plenty of hot cocoa, Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas brings cherished holiday traditions to life during the most magical time of year. “Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas will bring Real Magic to a new family tradition during the holidays,” VP of Commercial & Digital,...
Tarrant County cuts ties with youth justice program over perceived political stances
Tarrant County won’t renew its contract with a youth justice nonprofit because of concerns over initiatives the program mentions on its website. The county’s juvenile board voted Wednesday not to renew its contract with Youth Advocate Programs, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram first reported. Tarrant County has partnered with the local branch of the Pennsylvania-based, nonpartisan nonprofit since 1992.
Beacon opens new locations in Georgia and Texas
Beacon announced that it has opened new locations in Athens, GA and in Midlothian, TX. The new branch in Athens serves the area’s residential and commercial markets including the University of Georgia. “Our complete product catalog, including the TRI-BUILT line, is now available for customers in Athens. We are also pleased to give roofing contractors in the area access to our Beacon PRO+® app to run their businesses more efficiently,” explained Lynn France, Regional Vice President, Southeast.
Popcorn Tradition Crosses State Lines
A popcorn tradition was born 50 years ago this summer in the garage of our home in southwest Fort Worth. That was some 26 tons of popcorn and four machines ago. It was sparked by the late Dr. Veda Hodge, who owned a string of movie theaters and multiple West Texas oil wells.
North Texas reports more poor air quality days to date than all of 2023
A month into a hot Texas summer, Dallas-Fort Worth already has surpassed the number of poor air quality days reported in all of 2023. As of July 18, the region reported 17 days that ground-level ozone, or smog, exceeded levels considered healthy for all populations. In 2023, the area reported 13 ozone air quality alerts.
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