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Fort Worth Municipal Court to observe National Police Week
National Police Week, a time of honor, remembrance, and peer support, will be observed by the Fort Worth Municipal Court on Wednesday, May 15. The week allows law enforcement officers, survivors, and residents to gather and pay tribute to those who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
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City services updates ahead of Fort Worth's Colonial Golf Tournament
The Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth is set to host golf's longest-running tournament on the PGA Tour, the 2024 Charles Schwab Challenge. The tournament, which will commence the week of May 20, is expected to attract top-tier golfers vying for the coveted tartan jacket on Memorial Day weekend.
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RIPE Publishing House wins grand prize at Fort Worth Business Plan Competition
On May 11, 2024, eight businesses presented their final pitches to a panel of judges at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth as part of the annual Fort Worth Business Plan Competition. Three of these businesses were awarded cash prizes.
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National Bike Month: Promoting healthier lifestyles and a greener planet
May is National Bike Month, a celebration of biking as transportation, recreation and an essential part of wellbeing in our lives. The League of American Bicyclists launched National Ride a Bike Day in 2021, which quickly expanded to include Walk Bike & Roll to School Day, Bike to Work Day, and Bike to Work Week from May 13-19.
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Fort Worth's 'Court in the Community' Event Offers Warrant Forgiveness
The Fort Worth Municipal Court is set to host a 'Court in the Community/Warrant Forgiveness' event from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 18, at Wedgwood Baptist Church, located at 5522 Whitman Ave. The event is open to anyone with outstanding citations from the Fort Worth Municipal Court. Attendees can appear at a municipal court location or 'Court in the Community' event without fear of arrest for their cases.
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Fort Worth Public Library launches '1000 Books Before Kindergarten' program
The Fort Worth Public Library is making it easier for parents to instill a love of reading in their children through the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program. This initiative encourages parents to sign up their children and receive a free booklet and special tote bag, available at all library locations while supplies last.
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Fort Worth Tops Scout's Ranking for Best Texas City for Business
Fort Worth has been named the top city for business in Texas by Scout, an independent economic development platform.
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Whittenburg Leads Fort Worth's Environmental Services Department
Dr. Cody M. Whittenburg has been named director of the City’s Environmental Services Department. He had been in an interim role since September 2023.
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WATCH: Master plan sees a grand future for Fort Worth’s largest park
The Gateway Park master plan calls for new amenities throughout the 791-acre regional park.
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PPE Available to All Businesses with Permanent Fort Worth Address
The City Council has authorized the City to donate excess personal protective equipment and hand sanitizer (PPE) to local organizations over several phases. The first phase was approved in June of 2023 and was completed in January of 2024. Because the City still has excess PPE available, the City is now adding additional phases, which include a broader scope of entities that are eligible to receive the PPE.
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Whittenburg Named to Lead Environmental Services Department
Cody M. Whittenburg has been appointed as the director of the City's Environmental Services Department, following his interim role since September 2023. City Manager David Cooke expressed his confidence in Whittenburg, stating, "During his years in Fort Worth, we have found Cody to be extremely service-focused and energetic, with the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to strengthen community wellbeing and to create high-impact outcomes for our residents."In his interim position, Whittenburg successfully reorganized environmental quality, health, and solid waste...
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Fort Worth Invites Residents to Shape Future of Butler Place
The City of Fort Worth is hosting a public meeting to gain insight from residents on Butler Place. The goal of the transportation plan is to create connectivity in the heart of downtown Fort Worth.The plan focuses on working towards:"The plan focuses on working towards."The Access Butler Place Plan is part of a larger transportation planning effort led by the City of Fort Worth, which is focused on holistically addressing issues that impact the City’s transportation network’s safety, efficiency and connectivity of all modes of transportation."The Access Butler Place...
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Panel working to enhance early child care options in Fort Worth
Exciting new developments are in the works that will improve child care and early education in Fort Worth and Tarrant County, the leader of a nonprofit organization told the City Council during a Tuesday work session.Kara Waddell, president and CEO of Child Care Associates, provided a snapshot of happenings since a 16-member action committee was formed during the COVID-19 pandemic. In March of 2020, community leaders met on rapid-response efforts and identified child care as an essential service to maintain. Historic levels of COVID relief funding followed, and in January...
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Fort Worth’s budget process kicks off with focus on community input
Fort Worth has initiated its annual budget process earlier this year, with a focus on community input for the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund budget. The projected $1.049 billion budget represents a 3.5% increase from the previous year, driven by factors such as competitive salaries and higher insurance costs.In a shift towards priority-based budgeting, FWLab Director Christianne Simmons explained that this method provides new perspectives for data-driven decision-making. The City Council's priorities for the FY25 budget include economic development, community investment,...
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Management reins changing hands at Will Rogers Memorial Center
On May 5, 2024, a significant change in management took place at the Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth. Allison McNamara, a seasoned professional in venue operations and the equestrian industry, has taken over the interim role of general manager following the retirement of Kevin O Kemp.Kevin O Kemp, who served as the general manager for 13 years, has stepped down, passing the reins to McNamara. In response to this transition, Mike Crum, the director of the City of Fort Worth Public Events Department, expressed confidence in McNamara, stating, "With Allison’s...
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2024 Venue Tax Passed in Fort Worth General Election
On Saturday, May 4, the City of Fort Worth saw its voters in Tarrant, Denton, and Parker counties come together in the General Election to decide on the 2024 Venue Tax. The outcome was decisive, with the venue tax passing with over 70% of the total votes."With the approval of the venue tax, the new hotel occupancy tax rate is now 17% of the price paid for a hotel room in the City of Fort Worth, a 2% increase."The primary aim of this tax increase is clear - it is intended to generate funds for the renovation and development of the Fort Worth Convention Center and other...
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Mayor Parker Announces Committee for Future Urban Rail Development
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker has taken a significant step towards the future of urban rail by creating the Mayor’s Urban Rail Committee Supporting Economic Development & Tourism in partnership with Trinity Metro. The initiative aims to explore opportunities for urban rail as an innovative transportation solution in Fort Worth.Mayor Parker expressed the importance of this committee in light of Fort Worth's rapid growth, stating, "We know that Fort Worth remains one of the fastest-growing cities in America, and current trends show that in 2100 the Fort Worth-Dallas Metro...
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VIDEO: Polls open this Saturday; here’s help finding where to vote
On May 1, 2024, the announcement was made that election day is approaching fast, scheduled for Saturday, May 4. An important reminder was issued, asking the public, "Do you know where you’re voting?" It was emphasized that all citizens, whether new residents of Fort Worth or those looking to verify their voting location, should be well-informed about the 2024 Venue Tax Election General Election.To ensure that all eligible voters are prepared for the upcoming election, detailed guidance was provided. Individuals were encouraged to confirm their voter registration status by...
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Fort Worth Gears Up for National Bike to School Day on May 8
Fort Worth is gearing up for a day of community, health, and sustainability as National Bike to School Day approaches on May 8. The event, organized by the Fort Worth Transportation & Public Works Department, aims to bring together friends, family, and neighbors to promote the benefits of cycling.National Bike to School Day is not just about riding bikes; it's about promoting physical health, mental well-being, and environmental sustainability. It is an annual initiative celebrated across the country to encourage biking as a fun and feasible mode of transportation to...
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Fort Worth’s Preservation Program Protects City’s History
The Fort Worth Historic Preservation program is the second largest in the state with over 7,000 historic resources, including buildings, sites, and objects, as highlighted by the program itself. The staff's dedication to future planning efforts, such as the multi-phased Historic Resources Plan and Survey, is crucial given the city's rapid growth.In a statement, the program mentioned that they have secured several Certified Local Government grants from the Texas Historic Commission to support their work, with the latest grant aimed at updating 10 local historic district...