City of Fort Worth
Recent News About City of Fort Worth
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Fort Worth expands PPE donation program for local businesses
The City Council has authorized the donation of excess personal protective equipment (PPE) and hand sanitizer to local organizations in Fort Worth. The initiative, which began with an initial phase approved in June 2023 and completed by January 2024, is now expanding due to surplus PPE.
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Forest Park Pool concludes successful first season after reopening
The newly reconstructed Forest Park Pool concluded its first season, attracting over 27,000 visitors. The peak day was Memorial Day, May 27, with 912 attendees.
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Film series explores impact of student loan debt
Movies That Matter, a national award-winning film series program of the City of Fort Worth’s Human Relations Commission, will present "The Real Cost" at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10, at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, located at 3200 Darnell St.
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Grant funds aim to train Fort Worth sports coaches in youth development
Fort Worth has received a $4,000 grant from the Million Coaches Challenge cohort, aiming to train 1 million coaches nationwide in youth development techniques by 2025.
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Fort Worth begins search for new city manager
The City of Fort Worth has announced the commencement of its search for a new city manager. The selected individual will be expected to guide the city through its next phase of growth and development.
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Fort Worth library hosts second annual college fair
The second annual Fort Worth Public Library College Fair, hosted by La Gran Biblioteca, will take place on Saturday, September 21, from 1-3 p.m. at the main stage at La Gran Plaza de Fort Worth, located at 4200 South Freeway.
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Fort Worth proposes $2.79 billion budget focusing on council priorities
Fort Worth is one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. As it expands, the city is committed to smart growth, focusing on foundational elements. The proposed $2.79 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2025 aims to support City Council’s top priorities: Community Safety, Infrastructure, Economic Development, Community Investment, and Responsible Growth.
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Fort Worth honors fallen heroes with annual City Center Tower Climb
Published on September 11, 2024
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Panel to study impacts of Panther Island development on neighborhoods
Efforts are underway to ensure that development surrounding Panther Island focuses on preserving the historic neighborhoods nearby and promoting equitable economic development.
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Fort Worth unveils new fleet of street sweepers
Yesterday afternoon, two of Fort Worth's 12 new street sweepers were unveiled at Old City Hall. The new fleet is expected to help clean dirt, debris, and trash from major streets, contributing to a cleaner and safer environment in the city.
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Kittens up for adoption at Fort Worth's new city hall event
Published on September 11, 2024
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Fort Worth Public Library offers new stargazing kits for checkout
Your Fort Worth Public Library card can’t catapult you into space, but it can help you experience magnified views of objects in the sky. Telescopes are part of new stargazing kits now available for checkout.
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Fort Worth Public Library offers paper crafts workshops by Laura Post
Artist Laura R. Post is bringing her popular "Papermaking with Invasive Plants" class back to the Fort Worth Public Library this fall, along with a Relief Printing program. Participants are invited to unleash their creativity to create something fun and unique.
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Fort Worth proposes new rate hike for improved stormwater infrastructure
Fort Worth residents and businesses could see a slight increase in their stormwater utility fee next year, a crucial step in safeguarding the community from future flood-related risks.
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Fort Worth uses pay-as-you-go financing strategy for FY25 capital improvements
Published on September 08, 2024
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Event reveals nocturnal wildlife at Tandy Hills Natural Area
Published on September 08, 2024
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Fort Worth launches BRE survey for local businesses
The City of Fort Worth’s Economic Development Department has launched a Business Retention & Expansion (BRE) survey to assess the growing needs of the city’s businesses.
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Fort Worth launches national search for new city manager
The City of Fort Worth will soon launch a national search to find the next city manager following the announced retirement of David Cooke, the longest-serving city manager in Fort Worth’s history.
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Prairie dog colony relocated to Fort Worth Nature Center
In a significant local conservation initiative, the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge (FWNC&R), in collaboration with the Friends of the Fort Worth Nature Center, has relocated a new colony of black-tailed prairie dogs to its grounds.
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Fort Worth hosts warrant forgiveness event at Compass Church North
Fort Worth Municipal Court is organizing a Court in the Community/Warrant Forgiveness event on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 9 a.m. to noon at Compass Church North Fort Worth, located at 12512 N.W. Hwy. 287 in Haslet.