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Business Owners on Eighth Street Celebrate Its Reopening
The ground floor of the Sandman Signature Fort Worth Downtown Hotel is still wrapped in plywood, a reminder of the explosion that shook downtown Fort Worth on Jan. 8. The ripple effect from the explosion blew out windows and rattled businesses for blocks in every direction from the blast zone. A reported 21 people were injured in the explosion, which authorities believe was caused by a gas leak.
Fort Worth lost a $300K veterans grant. Here’s how the city can replace the funds
For the first time since 2018, the city of Fort Worth did not receive a $300,000 grant from the state that annually funds one of its veterans assistance programs. The loss means that Fort Worth’s Healthy Homes for Heroes program, which provides home modifications to veterans living in Fort Worth, does not have existing funding for the upcoming year. City leaders are working on plans to fill the gap.
The Fort Worth ISD School Board Voted Against a Five Year Plan Ahead of the 2024/2025 School Year
SUMMARY: Fort Worth ISD’s five-year plan was not approved by the school board, with five out of seven members voting against it. The plan aimed to address goals such as improving STAAR testing, enhancing communication with families, and better training and retention of teachers. The necessity for a new plan arose from updated state accountability guidelines, ongoing pandemic recovery, and funding shortages. The ambition was to have the plan in place by the first day of school on August 13, but this goal is now uncertain.
14-Year-Old Black Entrepreneur Who Designs Custom Jewelry Honored with a Prestigious Community Leadership Award
Fort Worth, TX — Jasmine Bledsoe, a 14-year-old African American entrepreneur who is also a scholar athlete from Fort Worth, Texas, has been honored with a prestigious leadership award in recognition of her exceptional service to others. Her dedication to her community, innovative spirit, and commitment to making a positive impact have made her a standout leader and role model. She is continuing the legacy of service that runs in the family. Her grandparents, her parents, and even her brother have made it a priority in their lives to give back to their community.
Greg Abbott Compares Hamas Attacks to Texas Border Crossings at Sheriffs’ Conference
The governor’s comments followed a screening of raw October 7 footage for Texas lawmen. In a speech Tuesday to attendees at the Sheriffs’ Association of Texas’ 146th annual training conference and expo in Fort Worth, Governor Greg Abbott compared attacks on Israel by Hamas—the militant group that killed around 1,200 Israelis on October 7—to crime and immigration in Texas.
Three Tarrant County deputies accused of falsely claiming overtime, records show
TARRANT COUNTY, Texas — Three Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office deputies have been accused of falsely claiming to work overtime in the jail that they didn’t actually work, according to court records obtained by WFAA. Brennan Cox, 28, faces a third degree felony theft charge, punishable by up...
Texas Retailers Included In Boar’s Head Huge Deli Meats Recall
Boar's Head Provisions Co., Inc., a Jarratt, Va., establishment, is recalling all liverwurst product produced by the establishment that is currently available in commerce because it may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The company is also...
Texas Department of Public Safety to Dedicate Boat in Honor of Fallen Trooper
AMARILLO, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will hold a boat dedication ceremony on Friday, July 26, to honor Trooper Matthew Dewayne Myrick, who died in a vehicle crash while responding to a call in Deaf Smith County in 2006. The ceremony will take place at...
Texas Insurance Rates Spike After Beryl: Will You Be Affected?
The after-effects of Hurricane Beryl are not all physical, as Texan wallets may be impacted in addition to their homes. According to points made in a recent meeting from the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) on July 15th, it's anticipated that half of the catastrophe reserve funds will be spent in damage payouts following Hurricane Beryl's devastation along the Texas coast.
TLCA on the hunt for substitute teachers
The halls and classrooms are empty right now, but when young minds come back through the doors of Texas Leadership Charter Academy, they’ll see some new faces. The school has announced that it is taking applications for substitute teachers. One applicant says she’s hoping to help shape young minds.
Furniture Chain Confirms Bankruptcy – Texas Stores Closing Soon
Furniture and appliance shoppers in cities such as Webster, Austin, Lewisville, Texarkana, and the Greater Houston, Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio areas might soon find themselves with one less option when it comes to furnishing and outfitting their homes. A one-time leader in the furniture and appliance industry has officially confirmed it has filed for bankruptcy protection as of this past Tuesday.
Texas deaths from Hurricane Beryl climb to at least 36, including more who lost power in heat
HOUSTON (AP) — 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 medical examiner’s...
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