Everyone enjoys a good scare on Halloween, but child safety should not be compromised. Safe Kids Worldwide has shared several simple and effective practices that parents can teach their children to minimize the risk of injury.
At a recent City Council Work Session, an update on the 2026 Bond Program was provided. The Financial Management Services' analysis of the City's debt capacity was shared, indicating that approximately $800 million is available for the program.
The City of Fort Worth Park & Recreation Department has achieved national accreditation through the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) and the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). This recognition was awarded during the 2024 NRPA Annual Conference.
North Texas fire departments, including the Fort Worth Fire Department (FWFD), are collaborating to gather disaster relief supplies for residents of Yancey County, North Carolina. The area has been severely affected by flooding following Hurricane Helene's unprecedented rainfall.
There were two companies in a city associated with Tarrant County that received FDA citations as a result of two inspections conducted in the county over the third quarter of 2024, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The Fort Worth Police Department (FWPD) updated the City Council on the current status of the crime lab and its handling of backlogged sexual assault kits during a recent work session. Presently, 779 kits have been tested and are awaiting review and entry into the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS). This system is crucial for comparing DNA profiles with both known and unknown profiles.
There were 11 companies in cities associated with Tarrant County that received 11 FDA inspections in the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Tarrant County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Tarrant County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Tarrant County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
The Fort Worth City Council has approved additional funding to replace three fire stations under the 2022 Bond Program. The decision, made on October 15, reflects the city's dedication to improving emergency services infrastructure, a critical component for community safety and development.
The City Council has agreed to purchase 58.8 acres of open space adjacent to Rock Creek Ranch Park for $1.59 million. This acquisition will expand the park, making it one of the largest community parks in the city's system, only surpassed by Gateway Park and the Fort Worth Nature Center.
New bike patrols have been introduced in two busy entertainment districts in Fort Worth as part of the Fiscal Year 2025 Crime Control & Prevention District (CCPD) budget. The initiative aims to enhance police presence and visibility, allowing officers to respond promptly to service calls and address observed violations.
Fort Worth's Transportation & Public Works Department has been awarded the Gold Award by the Texas Chapter of the American Planning Association. This accolade recognizes the department's efforts on the East Berry Corridor Plan.
Get ready for some Trails & Treats on Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will take place at the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, located at 9601 Fossil Ridge Road. Organized by Fort Worth Water and Texas Water, the day promises a variety of fall festivities.
The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Tarrant County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.