For some soldiers who leave the battlefield, returning home means facing a mental battle that can lead to suicide. In 2012, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs found that 22 veterans a day were ending their lives. That rate has now lowered to 17 veterans a day. Still, the One Tribe Foundation se
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The public is invited to join District 5 Councilmember Deborah Peoples and the Park & Recreation Department at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 16, at 1500 Liberty St. The facility will replace the current MLK J...
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The Business Press is accepting nominations for our annual Great Women of Texas awards. The awards recognize outstanding women for their outstanding accomplishments and contributions to the community through their business and civic endeavors. To nominate an individual for Great ...
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TGIF! Apple pies, pumpkin patches and cinnamon spice seem like they’re already being kicked out by yule logs, Christmas lights and gingerbread. But before fall is overtaken by caroling and silver bells, the Lattes and Local Makers market at Nehemiah Coffee Co. will have handmade ...
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Thousands gathered Wednesday at Ariat Arena, formerly Dickies Arena, in the Cultural District to attend the Fort Worth Feast of Sharing, an annual holiday dinner serving local communities. This was the 14th Fort Worth edition of the event, part of grocer H-E-B’s Hunger Relief Pro...
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Drums, horns, the whir of helicopter blades and patriotic music punctuated Arlington’s third annual Texas Veterans Day Parade on Wednesday, but first there was the more solemn sound of new U.S. military recruits being sworn in by an old sailor. Retired Navy Rear Adm. Douglas “Woo...
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Sam Marshall Beavers Jr., 92, passed peacefully into heaven Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026. Visitation: 11:15 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, in Mount Olivet Chapel. Funeral Service will follow at 12:00 p.m. in Mount Olivet Chapel. Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery. Sam was born on Aug. 16, 1...
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John W. Johnson, known to his friends as Johnny, passed away on Nov. 7, 2026, in Mansfield, Texas, at the age of 81. He lived a full life, mostly outdoors, and always had a good story ready. A Celebration of Life will be held on Jan. 9, at Defender Outdoors Clay Sports Ranch loca...
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With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we announce the passing of Francisca G. Vasquez, who departed this life on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026, at the age of 85. Though her passing leaves an immeasurable void in the hearts of those who loved her, her memory, l...
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Bernice Valentine Compton Holding-Massey, 101, went home peacefully to be with the Lord on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026. Visitation: 1:45 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, in Mount Olivet Chapel. Funeral Service: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, in Mount Olivet Chapel. Interment: Mount O...
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Perry Leo Holcomb, 87, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, surrounded by the memories of a life well lived and a family he loved dearly. Visitation: 1:45 p.m. to 2:29 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026, in Mount Olivet Chapel, Funeral Service will begin at 2:3...
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Criselda Valencia, age 72, of Fort Worth, passed away peacefully on Nov. 7, 2026, surrounded by the love and memories of those who meant so much to her. Funeral Service: 12 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, in Independence Chapel at Greenwood Mausoleum, 3210 White Settlement Rd., Fort ...
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Pedro "Pete" Valle, 82, passed away Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, at his residence in North Richland Hills, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, unconditional love, generosity, and countless memories that will forever live in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Funeral: 12 p.m...
