To paraphrase a Texas bumper sticker, Rob Smat wasn’t in Fort Worth when a tornado devastated the city’s westside and downtown on March 28, 2000, but he got here as soon as he could. Smat’s family, then living in Georgia, was planning a move to Fort Worth when they saw the destruction on their telev
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To paraphrase a Texas bumper sticker, Rob Smat wasn’t in Fort Worth when a tornado devastated the city’s westside and downtown on March 28, 2000, but he got here as soon as he could. Smat’s family, then living in Georgia, was planning a move to Fort Worth when they saw the destruction on their telev
Water conservation, data center regulations and city cost savings were lead topics in a June 11 meeting of the Wholesale Water and Wastewater Advisory Committee meeting. Documenters empowers people like you to help fill the gaps in reporting on Tarrant County public meetings. Find out how you can jo
The Fort Worth Deferred Compensation Plan Oversight Committee was unable to conduct official business on June 12 after failing to reach a quorum, but the three members present received updates on the city’s supplemental retirement savings plan and its first-quarter investment performance. Because to
Three priorities shape the city of Fort Worth’s support for families this season: summer preparedness, staff appreciation and diaper distribution expansion. The Fort Worth Community Action Partners council at its June 18 meeting centered on the three approaches to help stabilize households and stren
Editor’s note: Transcript provided by CoverGov and Cambridge Artificial Intelligencer. Keller ISD trustees unanimously approved a $346.1 million budget for the 2026-27 school year at the June 25 special meeting, delivering a spending plan that includes teacher step pay increases, a 1% pay raise for
Arlington Heights is where art, food and history intersect. The neighborhood is a triangle bordered by Camp Bowie Boulevard on the north, Montgomery Street on the east and I-30 on the south. I have lived here since 1989, after graduating from TCU and becoming a teacher in FWISD. My husband has lived
The Fort Worth Transportation and Public Works Department, in coordination with Trinity Railway Express, held a virtual preconstruction meeting June 15 to review safety measures and community notifications for upcoming railroad crossing improvements. City officials met with contractors and transport
New sidewalks are coming to Pinson Street, from Village Creek Road to Carverly Avenue, in southeast Fort Worth’s City Council District 5. The $2.6 million Pinson Street Sidewalk Improvements Project — funded through the city’s 2022 bond program approved by voters — was designed to improve safety, ac
The city of Fort Worth continues to move toward starting planned improvements on Wagley Robertson Road in northwest Fort Worth. On June 4, the city hosted a second open house on the project located in council districts 7 and 10. Documenters empowers people like you to help fill the gaps in reporting
The planned drainage construction project between Rogers Avenue and University Drive is moving toward its start. Fort Worth community members and residents of Rogers Avenue met virtually on June 11 with city of Fort Worth project manager Ahana Basnet for an update. Documenters empowers people like y
LONGVIEW – Jeanne Anne Marti Pharis, 97, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, July 6, 2026. Graveside Service: 9 a.m. Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Mount Olivet Cemetery, in the Garden of the Christus. Visitation: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, July 24, 2026, in the Sandburg Suite at Mount Olivet.
BEDFORD – Ramona "Mona" (née Stanley) Massey, born July 28,1941 in Alton, Illinois, passed away July 6, 2026, in Bedford, Texas. Mona moved to Fort Worth at a young age and always considered it her hometown. She met her husband, Jack Massey, while working as an elevator operator with the city of For
Fort Worth’s Code Rangers program, which trains members to identify suspected code violations and report them, needs new volunteers. The free program is run through the Fort Worth Code Compliance Department. The next training is Aug. 8, and community members who are interested can register online. D
Loving mom Virginia Ann Bartley joined the community of saints on July 9, 2026. Ann was born on December 12, 1930 to Ruby Fay and Joseph Robert Burnett in Fort Worth. She spent much of her childhood on the North Side and graduated from Arlington Heights High School in 1948. She lived a long and inte
JUSTIN – Tonya J Goen Bergfeld, 78, of Justin, Texas, formerly of Effingham, Illinois, passed away Friday, July 3, 2026. Visitation: 9 a.m. Monday, July 13, 2026, at Greenwood Funeral Home in Memorial Suite A, 3344 White Settlement Rd., Fort Worth, Texas 76107. Graveside Service: 10 a.m. Monday, Jul
FORT WORTH – David Petty, 65, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 5, 2026. Funeral Service: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, July 18, 2026, in Mount Olivet Chapel, immediately followed by the interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service on Saturday, July 18, 2026
FORT WORTH – Jessie De La Paz, 89, passed away peacefully, Saturday, July 4, 2026. Funeral Mass: 10 a.m. Monday, July 13, 2026, at All Saints Catholic Church, 214 NW 20th Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76164. Interment will immediately follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Rosary and Visitation: 6:00 p.m. to
FORT WORTH – Samuel "Sam" Estrada, 86, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, patriot, and man of unwavering faith, passed away on July 7, 2026. Visitation & Rosary: 5 – 8 p.m. Sunday, July 12, 2026, in Greenwood's Live Oak Chapel, 3100 White Settlement Rd., Fort Worth, Texas 76107; with rosary to
WATAUGA – Donna Fay Maywald, 71, passed away Sunday, July 5, 2026. Graveside Service:11 a.m. Monday, July 13, 2026, at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 13, 2026, at Mount Olivet in the Breyley Suite. Donna was born on September 18,1954, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Henr
French filmmaker Sébastien Vaniček (“Infested”) takes over the horror franchise created by Sam Raimi 45 years ago with “Evil Dead Burn,” the sixth installment in the Deadite film series. For the most part, it’s a standalone film, but its ties to 2023’s “Evil Dead Rise” make it a stealth sequel. Apar
Hailstorms can be pretty intimidating at the best of times, but any North Texas local will tell you that they’re just part of life around here once storm season rolls in. Texas is America’s hail damage capital, so if you leave your car exposed to the elements at the wrong time, don’t be surprised if
If you’ve been driving in Texas for more years than you care to admit, you've probably noticed the latest trend that’s taken over local roads. Today’s trucks have suddenly gotten a lot bigger, with wider wheels and elevated ride heights. Factory-built vehicles don't look like the norm anymore, and w
Beth or Bee as she was often called, left this earth and passed through the gates of heaven after 73 years of living and loving family and so many friends. She was the oldest of 4 daughters born to Ann and Ed Phillips. She was always the protector of her younger sisters guiding them and their friend
Like a lot of former college students, Brandon Aubrey didn’t end up working in the field for which he went to school. “Went off to play D-I soccer at Notre Dame, won a national championship there as a freshman, and then was skilled enough to get drafted in the first round (of the MLS SuperDraft). Th
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GRAPEVINE, Texas (July 8, 2026) – Kubota Tractor Corporation today announced the appointment of Charlie Kowalski as Vice President of Information Technology for its U.S. operations. In this role, he will lead the company’s enterprise technology strategy and IT organization, supporting continued grow
Presbyterian Night Shelter’s CEO, Toby Owen, announced several executive leadership appointments that position the organization for the continued growth of UpSpire, its employment social enterprise that creates opportunities for individuals exiting homelessness. The leadership changes also support t
Rev Partnership announced that Dr. Karen Molinar has joined the organization as Chief Executive Officer. A respected educational leader with decades of experience serving students, educators, and communities across Texas, Dr. Molinar brings a deep understanding of public education, systems leadershi
A new research study will seek to understand how the nutrition of pregnant women impacts health outcomes for them and their babies. Harvesting Health: Advancing Nutrition & Wellness for Moms & Babies is a collaboration between Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, the Texas A&M AgrilLife Institute for
After Rachel Phillips lost her brother, Thomas, to a fentanyl overdose in 2023, she quickly found herself becoming an advocate for those experiencing addiction and for ending the stigma surrounding it. On Saturday, Phillips will join with others in Fort Worth to take part in the nationwide Walk for
North Texas Community Foundation has awarded two-year operating support grants to 31 nonprofit organizations through the 2026 cycle of its Building Economic Access, Community, Opportunity & Networks, or BEACON, Fund. The first year of funding will invest $762,850 in organizations working to improve
Parents at the Fort Worth-based Texas Center for Arts + Academics charter schools are calling for board chair Cheryl Bean to step down after a since-deleted post they viewed as offensive and racially motivated appeared on her political campaign Facebook account. Bean is the GOP nominee for a key Tex
Sione Na'a'i Pangai Moeakiola passed on Friday, July 3, 2026, at the age of 65; born on Tuesday, July 19, 1960, in Tonga to Siosaia Tatafu Nunumoveisini Moeakiola Ve'Ehala and Lesieli Asena Taha'Afe. Sione was a resident of Hurst, Texas. Sione will be truly missed by many relatives and friends, cher
A majority of Fort Worth City Council members expressed support for a temporary moratorium on data center developments Thursday. Elizabeth Beck, Carlos Flores, Mia Hall, Jeanette Martinez and Chris Nettles said in a news release Thursday afternoon they plan to propose the halt at the council’s next
Arlington is nearing its finish line for the World Cup. Eight games have been played in the American Dream City so far, with only a semifinal match to come. The festivities have brought thousands of adoring soccer fans to the city. However, some local businesses haven’t seen their expected economic
MTU Maintenance is revving up the engines as the aviation technology company opens up a newly refurbished maintenance, testing, repair and overhaul site at Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport. The grand opening of the refurbished 462,000-square-foot building at 2100 Eagle Parkway was held Wednes
TGIF! I know I’m not the only one feeling exhausted every time I step outside into the scorching heat. But with the weekend right around the corner, I offer plenty to do to keep your energy up. My sister has always been obsessed with Michael Jackson. By the time she was 8, she knew all the words to
New federal student loan rules are changing how students and families pay for college, introducing regulations that affect borrowing limits, repayment options and eligibility for some graduate programs. The overhaul stems from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a sweeping federal tax and spending statu
Kendra Frank didn’t want to move her family out of Fort Worth ISD. But the district was cutting the speech-language services that helped her once-nonverbal son learn to speak — and no one could tell her what would replace them. She said she had no choice but to move. Documents obtained by the Fort W
Editor’s note: A featured pet may be adopted by the time you inquire, but many more are always waiting to meet you through the Humane Society of North Texas. July is in full swing, filled with backyard barbecues, family vacations and long evenings spent outdoors. While many people think of the holid
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