A proposed update to city rules could allow artwork on sidewalks. This change would provide neighborhoods with an additional means to express their character. New art projects are already appearing in certain areas, featuring murals and colorful library steps.
Supporters of the proposal are advocating for the city to permit temporary or permanent artwork on sidewalks. Currently, such artwork is prohibited. The idea is to add more beauty to public spaces.
Further details about the proposed change and its potential impact are available from the source. A board member is pushing for the city to consider the update, seeking to bring more color and art to public areas.
Dementia Friendly Fort Worth (DFFW) will host its annual Faces of Dementia event on Thursday, Sept. 24, from 4–6 p.m at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. The event will bring together families, care partners, and community members to honor individuals living with deme...
FORT WORTH, TEXAS (September 14, 2026) – Goodwill North Central Texas is expanding its presence in Parker County with a new retail store and donation center at 2049 Cinema Drive in Hudson Oaks. The approximately 15,000-square-foot location will give residents a convenient new pla...
Stop by for a taste, stay for the fun It's time once again to see why Grapevine is the tastiest town in Texas. Of course, I must be completely transparent and admit this is something from the mind of a wine lover. While I'd stop short of calling myself a connoisseur – the lovely ...
Texas Health Resources has awarded $122,000 in Growing Good Food grants to six North Texas organizations working to improve nutrition security, making food more affordable and accessible. Launched in 2023, the program supports local growers and small urban farms while helping inc...
FORT WORTH, Texas (Sept. 14, 2026) — TXCPA Fort Worth recognized six members for their leadership, service and contributions to the accounting profession and local community during its 2026 Summer Members Meeting on July 16 at the Fort Worth City Club. The 2025-26 TXCPA Fort Wort...
Presented by This annual award recognizes and honors Fort Worth small businesses that have demonstrated exemplary "Best Practices" in business. Members and Non-Members are welcome to apply. TIMELINE: June 8 – Application opens September 18, 5:00 pm – Application closes Mid-Octobe...
Nonprofit directors. Business owners. Local government leaders. Community organizers. Tarrant County natives holding a plethora of these positions were part of the first Changemakers cohort. The program, launched by Community Frontline in partnership with Social Impact Architects...
Mary Jean Roberts passed on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026 in Grand Prairie, at the age of 92. Born on Wednesday, May 9, 1934 in Arlington to Frank Morgan and Mae Ditto. Mary was a resident of Grand Prairie. Mary will be truly missed by many relatives and friends, cherishing all the goo...
Archie Holmes, an executive vice chancellor in the University of Texas System, will become the acting president of the University of Texas at Arlington on Sept. 15, Chancellor John Zerwas announced Monday. Holmes will be the first Black person to serve as UTA’s top leader, univer...
Fort Worth’s Fritz G. Lanham Federal Building has hit the market again. The U.S. General Services Administration on Sept. 10 announced plans to sell the 14-story, 669,264-square-foot building at 819 Taylor St., along with the adjacent parking garage, as part of the agency’s effor...
Eric Dean Ewing, beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, friend, and mentor, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sept. 8, 2026, at the age of 59, following a courageous battle with cancer. The funeral service will be held at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic...
