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Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce 2026 SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD

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...

Fort Worth Business PressSep 15, 2026

Evans Gilbert Asare – Aug. 24, 1946 – Sept. 4, 2026

Evans Gilbert Asare, aged 80, passed away peacefully on Sept. 4, 2026. He will be remembered with love and respect by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. Over the course of his 80 years, Evans touched many lives through the various roles, relationsh...

Fort Worth ReportSep 10, 2026

Village Homes Emerges from Chapter 11 Following Court Approval of Reorganization Plan

Court Findings Affirm Company’s Financial Strength, Credibility, Strong Reputation, and Lender Support, Clearing the Way for Its Next Chapter (Fort Worth, Texas) — On July 23, 2026, Village Homes of Fort Worth successfully emerged from Chapter 11 following federal bankruptcy cour...

Fort Worth Business PressSep 10, 2026

Business Titans Awards: A photo glimpse

Business Titans Awards held September 2, 2026 Event Sponsors: GOLD: GOODWILL NORTH CENRAL TEXAS, BRONZE: CIERA BANK, MASON-DALLAS INC, ONCOR, LINEBARGER GOGGAN BLAIR & SAMPSON LLC, MICHELS FAMILY FINANCIAL...

Fort Worth Business PressSep 8, 2026

Bradford Brokers Off-Market Acquisition For Paw Control's Expansion in Denton

In an off-market transaction, Paw Control Inc., a leading mobile pet grooming service, has purchased Club Canine's boarding and kennel facility in Denton County, gaining a brick-and-mortar location to expand its award-winning business. The move-in ready building, totaling 6,276 s...

Fort Worth Business PressSep 8, 2026

Candlelight vigil Monday night for Plano victims of deadly flooding in Nepal

The Nepalese Society of Texas will be holding a vigil for the victims of the recent deadly flood in Nepal. The vigil will take place on Monday, Sept. 7, at 8 p.m. at the Nepali Cultural and Spiritual Center in Euless. More than 1,300 people have now died following the Aug. 26 flo...

NBC DFWSep 7, 2026

Billy Frank Sheid – April 24, 1928 – Sept. 1, 2026

Billy F. Sheid, 98, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026. Graveside: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, at Greenwood Memorial Park, 3100 White Settlement Rd., Fort Worth 76107. Visitation: 9 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, at Greenwood Funeral Home in Memorial Suite A, 3344 White Set...

Fort Worth ReportSep 3, 2026

Titans of Business honored by TBP in inaugural event

From finances to athletics to spirituality to charity and all points in between, they have made a significant impact in our community. In fact, you could even call them titans in their respective fields. Which is what the Business Press did in honoring 18 men at the publication's...

Fort Worth Business PressSep 3, 2026

AI agents can pay. voidpay is building what lets them hire.

x402 gives software a native way to pay. voidpay is building what lets agents privately hire for a result: sealed work, a rule fixed before the job starts, completion checked by machine, and payment that settles from the buyer's wallet when the rule passes....

VoidlySep 3, 2026

Charlotte Lee Tucker – Feb. 9, 1946 – Aug. 26, 2026

Charlotte L. Tucker, age 80, Went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, at her home in Corinth, Texas, surrounded by family after a short battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Charlotte was born on Feb. 9, 1946, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. For more than 50 years, she use...

Fort Worth ReportSep 1, 2026

Acme Brick Names Katie Hitt Deaton Director of Marketing

FORT WORTH, Texas — Acme Brick Company has named Katie Hitt Deaton as its Director of Marketing, effective July 1, 2026. She leads marketing strategy and execution for the Acme Brick corporate brand and more than 50 sales and manufacturing locations. Deaton joined Acme Brick in A...

Fort Worth Business PressSep 1, 2026

Three Highway Corridors Generated $25.1 Billion in Economic Output

10-year analysis finds the corridors supported more than 121,400 jobs and provided $314.1 million to TxDOT DALLAS-FORT WORTH — A new case study indicates that three major North Texas highway corridors generated $25.1 billion in regional economic output over the past decade. The L...

Fort Worth Business PressAug 28, 2026

Lenelle Campbell – March 27, 1930 – Aug. 13, 2026

Lenelle Campbell, 96, passed away peacefully Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026. She was surrounded by family at her home in Larkspur, CA, where she lived with her daughter for 11 years. Graveside Service: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, in Greenwood Memorial Park, 3100 White Settlement ...

Fort Worth ReportAug 21, 2026

Join us as we celebrate the Business Titans!

The inaugural class of Business Titan honorees represents a different measure of success: men who have built businesses, strengthened organizations, mentored others, and invested their time, talent and resources in making the greater Fort Worth community better. This diverse grou...

Fort Worth Business PressAug 21, 2026

Texas group backs Sophie Cunningham's stance on transgender athletes

Fans showed up at the American Airlines Center excited for the battle between the Dallas Wings’ Paige Buckers and Indiana Fever’s Sophie Cunningham. It wasn’t just the game in the spotlight, though. Cunningham has been taking some heat over her comments about transgender women in...

NBC DFWAug 20, 2026

City credit ratings strengthened by Fitch upgrade, Moody’s outlook

The City of Fort Worth received favorable credit actions from two major rating agencies this month, reflecting continued confidence in the City’s economic strength, financial management and improving pension position. Fitch Ratings Fitch upgraded the City’s Issuer Default Rating ...

Fort Worth Business PressAug 20, 2026

Greater Good Collective in Fort Worth serves coffee and hope

The Greater Good Collective in Fort Worth opened its doors this week for a soft opening. The combination thrift store and coffee shop employs people who have fallen on hard times. "There's so much more to the homeless community than people realize," Jessica Morgan said as she sto...

NBC DFWAug 19, 2026

Building his own legacy: John Franz making father proud

For more than four decades Franz Architects has built quite a reputation – and designed a lot of buildings – in the Fort Worth area. Founded in 1983 by the late William Franz, the company, now based in Benbrook, has a made their mark both locally and across the country designing ...

Fort Worth Business PressAug 18, 2026

Dallas Mavericks and Dallas Stars agree to stay at AAC through 2030-31 season

The Dallas Mavericks and Dallas Stars announced they had reached an agreement about the control of the American Airlines Center on Monday. In a statement, the Dallas Mavericks said the American Airlines Center will serve as the home of both teams at least through the 2030-31 seas...

NBC DFWAug 17, 2026

Chukwuma Silvanus Opara – Dec. 6, 1951 – Aug. 3, 2026

Chukwuma Silvanus Opara, born on Dec. 6, 1951, in Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria, passed away on Aug. 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of knowledge, love, and cherished memories. Chukwuma earned his Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from DeVry University. Chukwuma was a proud...

Fort Worth ReportAug 14, 2026

Mary Kay Paints Fort Worth Pink — and Powers a Major Business Boost

More than 11,000 entrepreneurs bring energy, innovation and an estimated $18.6 million impact to Cowtown. Fort Worth is getting a high-profile dose of pink this week as Mary Kay’s 62nd annual Seminar brings more than 11,000 entrepreneurs to the Fort Worth Convention Center, trans...

Fort Worth Business PressAug 14, 2026

Aubrey Harold Cain – Jan. 1, 1937 – Aug. 5, 2026

A.H. (Jerry) Cain, 89, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026. Visitation: 12 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15,2026, at Springdale Baptist Church. Funeral: 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, at Springdale Baptist Church. Interment: To follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Jerry was born in Gorman,...

Fort Worth ReportAug 13, 2026

Britt Stokes

After faithfully serving Acme Brick Company for over 40 years, Britt retired on July 31st. Ed Watson President an CEO said Britt's career is defined by innovation, leadership and an unwavering commitment to excellence....

Fort Worth Business PressAug 11, 2026

Lelan Lawerance Vanderveer – Dec. 15, 1940 – Aug. 5, 2026

Lelan Lawerance Vanderveer entered his heavenly home on Aug. 5, 2026, at the age of 85. Lelan was born on Dec. 15, 1940, to Gaither and Thelma Vanderveer in Sentinel, Oklahoma. He grew up on cotton farms around Anton and County Line, Texas, in the Lubbock area, with his brother, ...

Fort Worth ReportAug 10, 2026

Final Judgement in Crain vs Northern

The Business Court of Texas Eighth Division has rendered the final judgement in the Crain vs Northern dispute. At its core, this dispute centers on Mr. Northern’s alleged exclusion of Mr. Crain from a significant and potentially lucrative business venture; one that, according to ...

Fort Worth Business PressAug 10, 2026

Josie Mae Dobbins – Jan. 9, 1945 – Aug. 3, 2026

Josie Mae Dobbins, of North Richland Hills, passed away on Aug. 3, 2026, at the age of 81. Josie was born on Jan. 9, 1945, in Graham, Texas. She was the daughter of James Buell Smith and Minnie Mae (Sampley) Smith. Visitation: 4 – 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026 at, Mount Olivet ...

Fort Worth ReportAug 9, 2026

Mansfield Stadium scores a very unique World Cup souvenir

When the FIFA World Cup left North Texas, not everything went with it. Texas Health Mansfield Stadium has been gifted the actual goals used during World Cup matches at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, giving the city a unique piece of soccer history. Not replica goals, not practice g...

NBC DFWAug 7, 2026

D&M Leasing Marks 50 Years by Keeping the Customer at the Center

Five decades after opening its doors, the nation’s largest consumer car leasing company continues to grow by simplifying the vehicle shopping experience, investing in people, and earning customer trust. When D&M Leasing was founded in 1976, the idea was simple: leasing could be e...

Fort Worth Business PressAug 4, 2026

Newmark Arranges Sale of Cornerstone Plaza in Southlake, Texas

Newmark announces the Company has arranged the sale of Cornerstone Plaza, a 51,664-square-foot neighborhood retail center in Southlake, Texas. A Newmark Retail Capital Markets team of President, Head of Retail Capital Markets Conor Lalor, Senior Managing Director Kyle Minter and ...

Fort Worth Business PressJul 28, 2026

Fernando Adame II

Gourmet Wood Products announced the recent hiring of Fernando Adame II as Financial Controller. Gourmet, which has grown to be the second largest BBQ fuel producer has been in business since 1982....

Fort Worth Business PressJul 27, 2026

37th Dallas Bridal Show to bring together engaged couples, local professionals

The 37th Annual Dallas Bridal Show is heading to Irving Convention Center on Sunday, bringing together hundreds of engaged couples and leading local wedding professionals for one of the region's largest and longest-running bridal events. "Bridal shows are one of the most effectiv...

NBC DFWJul 25, 2026

Save the date: Business Titans Awards

The Business Press "Business Titans Awards" will be held September 2, 2006. This inaugural event will spotlight the achievements of several men who help make the greater Fort Worth Metroplex a great place to work live and play. Join us for a awesome evening of celebration as we r...

Fort Worth Business PressJul 21, 2026

Marketing Opportunities Many Businesses Are Still Overlooking

Business owners today are inundated with marketing advice. New platforms emerge constantly. Algorithms change overnight. AI tools multiply by the week. In a competitive market like Fort Worth, it’s not enough to have an online presence; you’ve got to be intentional about how you ...

Fort Worth Business PressJul 15, 2026

Danny Rojas

Fort Worth native and Award Winning Recruiting Leader, Danny Rojas joins iCIMS, a Global HR Tech company as Senior Principal, Product and Market Insights. In his career, he has previously led recruiting at JCPenney and The Container Store....

Fort Worth Business PressJul 15, 2026

BBG Releases 2026 Mid-Year CRE Outlook: A Market Defined by Precision

Dallas, TX — July 7, 2026— BBG, Inc., a leading national commercial real estate consulting and valuation firm, has published its latest market outlook, 2026 Mid-Year CRE Outlook: A Market Defined by Precision, examining the economic, capital markets, and property-sector trends sh...

Fort Worth Business PressJul 8, 2026