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A Royse City police officer has been fired after the department says he violated standards, policies and procedures during an encounter with a woman and her teenage daughter at a neighborhood pool earlier this month. Royse City Police said officers were sent to a disturbance at t...
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The work taking Texas Christian University seniors Ana Bueso and Drew Atiyeh to their school’s first football game overseas has little to do with American football. For more than a month, Bueso has spent about five hours a week with students from the University of North Carolina ...
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Gendy Street Management Corp. (GSMC) is the 501(c) 3 organization selected by the City of Fort Worth to assume oversight and managerial operations of Will Rogers Memorial Center effective October 1, 2026, and has named Geoff Hinds as General Manager. Hinds will assist in the tran...
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The four-day festival takes place on Historic Main Street September 17, 18, 19 and 20, 2026 GRAPEVINE, TEXAS – Make new memories at the Largest Wine Festival in the Southwest, the 40th Annual GrapeFest – A Texas Wine Experience presented by Bank of the West. This year, GrapeFest ...
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Kristen Stewart and Alia Shawkat play potheads with telepathic powers in Dylan Meyer’s directorial debut, “The Wrong Girls.” The punk rock attitude and mix of quirky characters, including LaKeith Stanfield as a metalhead with a briefcase full of psychedelic drugs, gave me anti-es...
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As thousands of college students return to class for the fall semester, some are heading into careers where the learning and the inspiration start long before graduation. Students enrolled in Collin College's Emergency Medical Services program are preparing for a career field tha...
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A workforce apartment complex in east Fort Worth has received financing to move forward. VIC Partners LLC has obtained a $36.5 million primary line of credit for the construction of Vic Centre, a 268-unit workforce-housing development at 7120 Anderson Blvd. east outside of Loop 8...
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Cleburne – Martha Knight, 85, went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026, at 12:35 p.m. Funeral: 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026, at Mount Olivet Chapel. Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24, 2026, at Mount Olivet Chapel in ...
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Editor’s note: Made in Tarrant is an occasional Q&A series on small businesses in Tarrant County. Submit your business here. Point Blank Tequila Entrepreneur Andrew Summersett doesn’t like to do things the easy way. Otherwise, he probably wouldn’t have decided to start a Fort Wor...
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A new presidential helicopter will have Tarrant County ties. As the White House builds a large granite landing pad for a Sikorsky VH-92A Patriot helicopter, Fort Worth-area aircraft workers will play a small role in improving the operational efficiency of the next-generation, ver...
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Joseph Morgan found the early life direction he was looking for after a visit to a military recruiting station. After an accelerated high school graduation, he initially sought purpose in college. But a month in, he dropped out of school. “I just knew that I needed somebody to te...
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Mansfield Girl Scout Hannah Blank raised her right hand, closed in a fist, then pointed her pinky finger to the sky. Across the cafeteria table from her was a group of Girl Scout Juniors in teal vests who watched and waited for Blank’s next move. She then swooped her pinky finger...
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Mayor Jim Ross remembers a very different Caravan Court Hotel than what sits on Division Street now. The former cop said that he used to go undercover at the central Arlington motel, which was built in the 1960s, to participate in drug bust operations. Now, the hotel along with i...
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Through a boost in the property tax rate, Fort Worth could restore a number of proposed general fund budget cuts, increase a planned employee pay raise and still give owners of average-valued homes a lower city tax bill next year, city staff said Friday. That’s because of soft pr...
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When a Kentucky couple visiting Fort Worth suffered a life-threatening emergency outside their downtown hotel, strangers ran to their aid. As the couple prepared to return home, they made it their mission to say 'thank you' to everyone involved. This was the first year Victoria C...
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Trustee Laura Forkner Pritchett raised questions as she listened to a presentation of Tarrant County College’s proposed budget for fiscal 2027. Pritchett asked what new instructional equipment the budget would fund. She inquired about the cost of maintaining new buildings. She wo...
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Grand Prairie Fire Department has contained the parking lot fire that set at least 30 vehicles ablaze. GPFD was dispatched to what was initially reported as a grass fire in the 1200 block of E Avenue J. at approximately 3:48 p.m. Upon arrival, crews found at least 30 vehicles on ...
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Billy Wayne Childs Sr., born March 3, 1939, in Gilmer, Texas, died Aug. 21, 2026, in Fort Worth. He was 87. Graveside services: 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026, at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026, at Mount Olivet Chapel in the Breyley...
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Ariel Richardson can quickly recite her past, if necessary, but she’d much rather focus on her future. She’s now an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant with solid career prospects. Richardson earned her certification from the vocational program at Grapevine’s The G...
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For many North Texas families, the initial first-day-of-school stress has come and gone, but the transition back to the classroom doesn't necessarily end after the first day. Mental health experts said the first few weeks of school can help parents and caregivers notice how child...
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In Loving Memory of San Juan Ramirez May 23, 1977 – Aug. 14, 2026 San Juan Ramirez, 49, passed away on Aug. 14, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of stories, laughter, friendships, and more than a few Dallas Cowboys heartbreaks. He leaves behind his wife of 18 years, Wendy Ramirez,...
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of john, a beloved son, brother, father, and friend, who left us on Aug. 15, 2026. Born on May 17, 1999, John touched the lives of many with his infectious smile and warm spirit. John was the cherished son of Phil Gizzi and Jen...
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Douglas Chandler "Doug" King, a remarkable man known for his adventurous spirit and deep spirituality, passed away on Aug. 21, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on March 25, 1934, in Weatherford, Texas, Doug was the son of J. Preston King and Cordi McDaniel King, who preceded him in d...
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By Cheryl Brown When I think about where I live, I consider not only my location but especially the context of my life at this moment in time. My location is a retirement community between downtown Fort Worth and the Cultural District called Trinity Terrace. From 1979 to 1999, I ...
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In the spirit of William Castle, a free toothbrush and floss kit should come with every ticket sold for “Insidious: Out of the Further,” the sixth film in the horror franchise. Amelia Eve plays a dental hygienist who battles a dead cult leader (Sam Spruell) who dresses like the s...
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En memoria de María Elena Suárez Con profundo amor recordamos a María Elena Suárez, nacida en Penjamillo, Michoacán, quien llegó a los Estados Unidos en 1975. Fue una mujer amorosa y alegre que disfrutaba de la jardinería, bailar, escuchar música, cocinar y estar rodeada de su fa...
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Seth Paul Patterson, 33, treasured son, brother, and friend, was born May 16,1993 and passed away Aug. 13, 2026, in Hurst, Texas. Seth had a rare quiet power – a commanding presence that effortlessly took over a room, yet he always remained calm, cool, and collected. His brillian...
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Kay Granger, the first Republican woman from Texas to be elected to the U.S. House of Representatives and who served for nearly three decades, has been laid to rest after a funeral service in Fort Worth Saturday evening. The service was held at First United Methodist Church of Fo...
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The 133 people aboard an American Airlines flight headed to Dallas are OK after a device caught fire in mid-air Friday evening. American Airlines released a statement saying flight 2398 landed safely at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport after reports of smoke from a custome...
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Construction is expected to begin at the intersection of Forest Hill and Royal Crest drives in Fort Worth. The $2 million project approved by voters in the city’s 2022 bond program, will include accessible traffic signal improvements, street striping, ADA-compliant crosswalk ramp...
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The city of Fort Worth’s stormwater management team is nearing completion of a five-year update to the city’s Floodplain Management Plan. The group held its second and final public meeting Aug. 13 before sending the plan to the Federal Emergency Management Agency for feedback ahe...
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Fort Worth’s Sendera Springs Library branch, under construction in northwest Fort Worth, is on schedule to be completed in December, the city staff told members of the Fort Worth Library Advisory Board in an update during their Aug. 6 meeting. Voters approved the 18,000-square-fo...
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Construction is set to begin this month on the next stage of improvements to Bonds Ranch Road in northwest Fort Worth. The Bonds Ranch Road segment 4 project will expand the road between Wagley Robertson Road to Hawks Landing Road at a total $37.2 million cost. Documenters empowe...
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A storied Dallas steakhouse is setting up its carving station in downtown Fort Worth in a building built in 1959 for Farm & Home Savings. Al Biernat’s, a Dallas steakhouse that dates back to 1998, is heading west to open its third location at 913 Houston St. Al Biernat’s general ...
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Saturday and Sunday mark the last chance for zoogoers to see African penguins at the Dallas Zoo before a temporary move. The colony will head to Cameron Park Zoo in Waco while their habitat gets a makeover. The zoo said it's part of the African Shorelines renovation project, whic...
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A Q&A with Fort Worth Home Lending Manager Kristen Kulinczenko. For most Americans, owning a home has long been considered a cornerstone to building and preserving generational wealth. A home purchase often symbolizes more than just securing a place to live – homeownership can he...
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Jacinto Scott Hinojosa age 62, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026. He was a beacon of strength, love, and wisdom for everyone who knew him. Born on Oct. 24, 1963 in Falfurrias,TX to Jacinto Hinojosa and Ernestina Trejo. Scott grew up with a natural inclination to ca...
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Two Tarrant County legislative races will each appear twice on the Nov. 3 ballot because of a state election law requiring the current vacancies to be filled. Gov. Greg Abbott called special elections this week for the Texas Senate District 22 and Texas House District 93 races th...
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University of Texas at Arlington computer science and engineering assistant professor Mohammad Atiqul Islam has observed misinformation spread about data centers, particularly about how the supercomputer hubs work and their technology. That’s why he wants to see more transparency...
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Deborah Jean MooreJune 24, 1955 – Aug. 20, 2026 With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of Deborah Jean Moore, who went to be with the Lord on Aug. 20, 2026, in North Richland Hills, at the age of 71. Deborah was born on June 24, 1955, in Fort Worth. Deborah was ...
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Rubio Rivera Lopez 11 de octubre de 1932 – 19 de agosto de 2026 Rubio R Lopez, de 93 años, falleció pacíficamente en su hogar el 19 de agosto de 2026, rodeado del amor y el consuelo de su familia. Visitacion – Domingo, 23 de agosto de 2026 de 6:00pm a 8:00pm en Greenwood Funeral ...
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D.R. (Tom) Polster Aug. 16, 1941 – Aug. 6, 2026 We are heartbroken to share that Delmer Richard “Tom” Polster, 84, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Aug. 6 in Benbrook, from cardiac arrest while doing what he loved—working in the yard and helping a neighbor. Tom was born o...
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Friends, teammates and community members gathered in Wylie for a candlelight vigil honoring Aiden Craig, an 18-year-old Marine recruit who died earlier this month after a medical emergency during Marine Corps recruit training in California. Craig was a 2026 graduate of Wylie High...
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Dallas rapper Xavier Landum, known professionally as BigXthaPlug, was arrested on Friday and booked into the Collin County Jail. According to court records, Landum was arrested by the Allen Police Department and charged with driving while intoxicated and possession of less than t...
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Gendy Street Management Corp. (GSMC) is the 501(c) 3 organization selected by the City of Fort Worth to assume oversight and managerial operations of Will Rogers Memorial Center effective Oct. 1, 2026, and has named Geoff Hinds as General Manager. Hinds will assist in the transit...
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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 ...
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In a Denton backyard filled with peppers, zinnias, Swiss chard and more, Sarah Alday has cultivated more than a garden. She's grown a social media community of nearly 400,000 followers on TikTok and Instagram. Alday shares gardening tips from her backyard oasis through accounts p...
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FORT WORTH, TEXAS – Janet G. Williams, 81, passed away Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, around 5:20 p.m. She was with family and she was comfortable. It was peaceful and quiet. She was in no pain. Janet was born to Clifford Lee Wright and Rubye Pauline Wright (Grant) on Feb. 4, 1945, in ...
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Governor Greg Abbott has asked the Department of Justice to investigate the Muslim washing stations currently at the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and recently dropped from being installed at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). News of the referral comes n...
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Music non-fungible tokens (NFTs) never settled into a single replacement for streaming, downloads, or physical records. After the boom, they persisted in narrower roles: a collectible attached to a release, a record of a direct sale, or a pass to private material and events. None...
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For Overstreet Knox, headlining one of Deep Ellum’s storied venues is a dream come true, and it’s just the beginning. “It's crazy that we are playing Trees. I mean, what a historic, iconic venue,” Jack Lambeth said. Lead singer Griffin Vail, drummer Jack Lambeth, bassist Luke Hil...
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North Richland Hills Police rescued an exotic pet on Thursday. Officers responded to reports of a "kangaroo or monkey" seeking shelter from the heat outside of business on Rufe Snow Drive and Loop 820, according to NRHPD. When officers arrived, they were able to safely capture an...
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Big Tex is getting a new pardner for this year's State Fair of Texas, and that means the 55-foot-tall Texan is also getting some fresh, new duds. The fair said the new shirt design is sponsored by Tyler-based Cavender's Boot City and "blends classic Western style with a distinctl...
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“Recall!” The call came from a crowd of hundreds packed into McKinney City Hall earlier this month, before the council unanimously approved a site plan for the McKinney Islamic Association’s sanctuary, gym and classroom building after hours of public opposition to the mosque and ...
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Sometimes we can all use a little help when entering the job search market. This includes seasoned veterans and newcomers – even some who are still years away from becoming job seekers. A new strategic partnership between Workforce Solutions for Tarrant (WSTC) and the Fort Worth ...
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Texas A&M-Fort Worth and PNC Bank brings together leaders from industry, higher education and government to explore the future of advanced aviation Texas A&M-Fort Worth will host The Future of Advanced Aviation as part of its Voices That Innovate Speaker Series, presented by PNC ...
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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...
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New annual benefit combines live performances, behind-the-scenes access, an Italian-inspired dinner, and support for Fort Worth Opera’s Education & Community Engagement programs Before Fort Worth Opera’s 81st Season takes the stage, audiences will have the opportunity to experien...
