Fort Worth Local News
Most recent breaking news about Fort Worth and the Tarrant County area including crime news, politics, community news and events
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Arlington ISD Board of Trustees voted to appoint Dr. Steven Wurtz as interim superintendent amid search for permanent replacement
Arlington, Texas – In a development from Arlington Independent School District (ISD), the Board of Trustees convened an assembly earlier this week, culminating in the decisive vote to anoint Dr. Steven Wurtz as the Interim Superintendent. This appointment arrives amidst their ongoing pursuit for a permanent successor to the esteemed…
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Juneteenth museum in Fort Worth, set to start construction later this year, given $3 million for infrastructure improvements
Fort Worth, Texas – In a promising development for cultural enrichment in Fort Worth, the proposed National Juneteenth Museum is poised to secure up to $3 million for key infrastructure upgrades, courtesy of the Regional Transportation Council. This governing body, an arm of the North Texas Council of Governments focused…
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The popular fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept Chicken Salad Chick opens location in Tarrant County
Fort Worth, Texas – In the bustling city of Southlake, the metropolis welcomes the newest addition to its culinary landscape: Chicken Salad Chick, a fast casual dining brand dedicated exclusively to chicken salad, whose roots have grown strong in the nation. Making its grand entrance into the city’s dining scene,…
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Dallas Area Rapid Transit’s Silver Line project is in early stages, but City of Plano wants locals’ input
Plano, Texas – Aiming to shape the future of transportation in North Texas, the city of Plano is actively soliciting public perspectives on the design plans for its two proposed stations, part to the Dallas Area Rapid Transit’s (DART) ambitious Silver Line project. The Silver Line, a regional commuter train…
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Arlington ISD receives coveted Best Communities for Music Education designation for the 17th time
Arlington, Texas – Echoing an all too familiar tune, yet one that continues to harmonize with excellence, the Arlington Independent School District has yet again demonstrated their unwavering dedication to music education. The NAMM Foundation, for the seventeenth consecutive time, has bestowed upon them the coveted Best Communities for Music…
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Fort Worth Botanical Garden is offering free admission on Monday, June 19 in honor of Juneteenth
Fort Worth, Texas – The Fort Worth Botanical Garden, a lush sanctuary sprawling over 120 acres, has announced complimentary admission for Monday, June 19th, as a commemoration of the profound historical significance of Juneteenth. “The significance of Juneteenth spans our nation, but we are proud to celebrate this day in…
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Fort Worth Police Department is launching its next grant program for crime prevention and safety programs
Fort Worth, Texas – Under the auspices of their forthcoming grant program, the Fort Worth Police Department is extending a call to action for tax-exempt nonprofit organizations, urging them to present their applications. This initiative signifies a remarkable opportunity for eligible institutions to create and instigate crime prevention and safety…
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Fort Worth Drowning Prevention Coalition is offering swim-safe programs, free classes this summer
Fort Worth, Texas – As we head into the summer, with the promise of soaring temperatures and the temptation of water-based activities, people are starting to flock to lakes and swimming pools. This uptick underscores the critical importance of water safety awareness and prevention strategies, a mission that the Fort…
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Temptations Cabaret in Tarrant County might have its business permit suspended and permanently close
Tarrant County – In a sweeping action against public disorder and violence, Tarrant County authorities have launched proceedings to rescind the sexually oriented business permit of a local strip club, a move that could culminate in its permanent closure. This decisive step has been prompted by yet another tumultuous weekend…
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Larry Nabb has been appointed chief executive officer of Jet Health Inc., Fort Worth based healthcare provider
Fort Worth, Texas – Jet Health’s founder and presiding board chair, Jim Glynn, has recently articulated his assuredness in the organization’s freshly minted appointment, the highly esteemed Nabb. Acknowledged for his sterling strategic acumen, Nabb is famed for his rich reservoir of operational wisdom as well as his innate propensity…