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Tarrant County jury find man guilty of arson
FORT WORTH, Texas — A Tarrant County jury has found a man guilty of two counts of arson and sentenced him to serve 50 years in prison. The man, 33-year-old Riynaldo Gray, was found guilty of arson of a habitation and arson of a vehicle, according to a post by the Fort Worth Fire Department on X, formerly known as Twitter.
Tarrant County DA Praises Saginaw and Grapevine Police, CPS for Joint Efforts in Child Safety Case
In a succinct acknowledgment of local law enforcement and child welfare workers, the Tarrant County District Attorney's office took to social media to extend gratitude for the collaborative efforts of the Saginaw and Grapevine police departments, along with Child Protective Services. Their unified action was credited for bolstering the safety of the community, highlighting a case that recently concluded.
Alligator captured near Eagle Mountain Lake, relocated to nature preserve
FORT WORTH – Yes, you heard right.An alligator was captured near homes Wednesday on Boat Club Road, further confirming the presence of gators around Eagle Mountain Lake.A concerned resident had called for help, prompting the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office to respond.Video shows the deputies expertly wrangling the gator, swiftly addressing the concerns of the resident in the 9900 block of Boat Club Road. Officials said the alligator was safely relocated to a water system within a nature preserve. Robbie Hoy, a sheriff's office spokesman, said those involved preferred to remain anonymous, describing them as "very low-key guys.""You never know what you're going to see out on patrol in the rural areas of Tarrant County," Hoy said. "The sergeant said it was a cool experience and that he's happy no one was hurt, and the alligator was safely relocated."In a social media post, the sheriff's office kindly referred to the creature as "Mr. Gator."
Prairie dogs find new home at Fort Worth Nature Center following ‘rescue mission’
A new group of furry residents are calling the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge home. Nature center leaders announced the arrival of 90 black-tailed prairie dogs earlier this week. Jared Wood, the acting manager for the nature center, said the colony was originally located in Canyon, where their home south of Amarillo was set to become a new housing development. The construction would have destroyed the prairie dogs’ habitat.
‘We can’t waste a minute’: Why Fort Worth’s top business execs back mayor’s push on schools
“We’ve got to stop worrying about hurting each other’s feelings, and we’ve got to come together to figure out a way ... to get the academic performance for these kids where it belongs,” says one business leader who signed Mayor Parker’s letter to Fort Worth ISD.
Hillwood Adding to Alliance Town Center
Hillwood is planning 634 apartment units between two projects in far north Fort Worth. It is planning 308 residential units as part of the fifth phase of the 900-acre community and retail center Alliance Town Center. The project is expected to have 9,145 square feet of amenity space. The project...
Fort Worth's Higher Ed Boom and the Women Behind It
Higher education has obviously put the fastest-growing big city in America in its sights. An artist is making a lot of money on renderings. Texas A&M, Tarleton State, and UT Arlington all have big blueprints to expand their universities in Fort Worth. As more and more move in and corporations...
Tarrant Area Food Bank holds back-to-school food distribution
FORT WORTH, Texas - The Tarrant Area Food Bank and H-E-B grocers held a mobile food distribution at Clark Stadium in Fort Worth on Friday. For many, the giveaway comes at a crucial time. "Families have to spend a lot of money to send kids back to school. We’re going...
Official Tequila of the Horned Frogs
La Pulga Tequila, founded locally by three Fort Worth entrepreneurs, is now the first-ever “Official Tequila of the Horned Frogs,” under a new partnership with TCU Athletics. To celebrate the new sponsorship, La Pulga has released a limited-edition Horned Frog Bottle of La Pulga Blanco Tequila, complete with...
Students of the week: Thespian Troupe 5584 of Keller ISD’s Fossil Ridge High School
Congratulations to Thespian Troupe 5584 from Theatre at The Ridge, Fossil Ridge HS, for achieving Silver Level Honor Troupe!. These Thespians worked diligently during the 2023-24 school year to achieve this honor by completing the Leadership Academy sponsored by Texas Thespians. Andie Morse led the charge under the leadership team...
Cross Country Ready To Open Up The 2024 Campaign At The John McKenzie Invitational
ARLINGTON, Texas – The UT Arlington cross country teams will open up the 2024 campaign on Saturday, August 31, as they travel down I-30 for the second annual John McKenzie Invitational hosted by TCU. The collegiate women's 5k is slated to begin at 7:45 a.m. with the men's 5k...
University of Texas Arlington Announces Plans for New 51-Acre Campus in North Texas
The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) has unveiled an ambitious plan to develop a new 51-acre campus in West Fort Worth, marking a significant expansion of its educational footprint in the region. The new campus, located within the Walsh Ranch development, is slated to open as early as fall 2028 and is part of a multi-year strategy aimed at serving over 10,000 students.
Cousin’s BBQ Spreading Its Wings Into Montserrat With New Concept
For 40 years, Cousin’s BBQ has been a staple around here in the art of slow-cooked meats. However, it is stepping into new restaurant space. The Mont, the brainchild of Cousin's owner Jeff Payne and Jason Cross, who is the vice president of Cousin’s operations, will serve fresh seasonal fare in an elevated mid-century modern atmosphere just outside the Montserrat neighborhood.
Yolanda Hadid Is Engaged to Longtime Boyfriend Joseph Jingoli
Yolanda Hadid is engaged to her longtime partner, Joseph Jingoli — and she has been for the last two years. Speculation surrounding Yolanda's relationship status began circulating when The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum showcased her Texas ranch for Architectural Digest. The outlet referred to Joseph as Yolanda's fiancé, and Gigi Hadid's mom later confirmed the engagement to PEOPLE on August 29.
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