Fort Worth parents push for progress in reading proficiency
Rising second grader Niana Chavez shifted around on the grass near the Bradley Community Center as a lime green balloon bobbed in the breeze. The 7-year-old and her mother listened to the leader of parental advocacy group Parent Shield explain that the balloons in more than 20 people’s hands represented Fort Worth’s...
New book puts its eye squarely on Fort Worth’s Alcon Laboratories
Fort Worth is well known for its ties to agriculture, aviation and energy, but one of its major companies has brought the city international renown and scientific accolades, as well as provided jobs for thousands. Alcon Laboratories, incorporated in 1947, may arguably be Fort Worth’s most successful startup. That’s...
Dallas and North Central Texas Under Heat Advisory as Temps Soar to 99 Degrees
Residents in Dallas and across north central and east Texas are advised to brace themselves for continued soaring temperatures, as a heat advisory remains in effect until 7 PM CDT on Saturday. According to the National Weather Service, today's conditions will be sunny and hot, with peaks near 99 degrees, escalating...
Tech company eyes $229.2 million headquarters in North Texas city
How is there still room for these firms to build out facilities?
Car shows, a Taylor Swift tribute and more: What’s happening this weekend in DFW
Summer in North Texas isn’t slowing down, and neither are the weekend plans. From tribute concerts that shimmer to vintage car shows and rooftop pool parties , there’s something happening in every corner of the metroplex. Whether you’re looking for family fun or a night of high-energy entertainment, this weekend’s...
This North Texas City Was Just Crowned a BBQ Hotspot
Looking to try some of the best barbecue in the country? Make a short road trip to the North Texas city that was named one of the four hottest cities in the nation. You can always count on Texas getting plenty of love for its barbecue. So, I fully expected to see the Lone Star State represented in Southern Living’s...
Tarrant County students receive backpacks, books and back-to-school boosts
As the sun rose, families stirred in anticipation as they stood in line for the Tarrant County Back to School Roundup. Local officials took to a stage Aug. 8 to excite kids and parents about the upcoming school year as they waited to pick up free supplies and resources. “Let’s...
Fort Worth nonprofit harnesses the therapeutic power of horses to help veterans
After serving in the military, Paul Ziehe knows trauma all too well. Service members often face difficulty relating to others when integrating back into society, he said. Mandated therapy sessions can be particularly hard. Rather than humans, he said it’s sometimes easier to express feelings to horses. “Clients can...
Go Green: Arlington Offers Free Paper Shredding and E-Waste Recycling Event on Sept. 6
Residents of Arlington with old electronics gathering dust and paper piles needing secure disposal should clear their calendars for the upcoming recycling event. The City of Arlington has announced that it will provide a free paper shredding and electronics recycling opportunity. Set for Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, from...
Arlington Enlists Eco-Friendly Goat Herd for Sustainable Vegetation Management at Lake Arlington Dam
Goats are making headlines in Arlington once again, this time as eco-friendly landscapers at the Lake Arlington Dam. To manage dense and problematic vegetation along the dam's challenging terrain, Arlington Water Utilities has employed a herd of 460 goats from Open Space TX to thoroughly remove the unwanted greenery....