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Of the 431 students at Cottonwood Creek Elementary School in Coppell, 212 (49%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to Mid City Times' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

Fort Worth ranks ninth in national real estate market study

Fort Worth is among the best real estate markets in the country, according to a new study from WalletHub.

Fort Worth plans major transportation upgrades amid expected population boom

The City of Fort Worth is actively preparing for significant population growth in the region, with projections indicating an additional 4 million residents by 2050. This surge will position Fort Worth as the anchor of a megacity exceeding 12 million inhabitants, potentially making it the third-largest metropolitan area in the United States.

Fort Worth Public Library launches citywide CAD contest for teens

The Fort Worth Public Library is inviting teens in grades 6-12 to participate in a 3D bridge-building contest. The challenge, which runs through September, aims to test participants' creativity and engineering skills using 3D printers. Final projects must be submitted by 8 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 30.

Big Ass Fans opens new manufacturing facility in Fort Worth

Lexington, Kentucky-based Big Ass Fans, a producer of high-volume, low-speed fans, is expanding production to Texas with a 210,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Fort Worth.

Fort Worth approves $250K CARES Act amendment for community services

Published on August 31, 2024

Fort Worth Public Library offers free passes to Nature Center

By Mid City Times | Aug 30, 2024

A preserved prairieland brimming with wildlife and native foliage is now accessible for free with passes from the Fort Worth Public Library. Dr. Jared Wood, acting manager at the Nature Center, offers tips for first-time explorers.

Fort Worth hosts Hispanic Heritage Month program highlighting local talent

Published on August 28, 2024

Fort Worth introduces commercial drone delivery service

Published on August 28, 2024

City releases five-year capital improvement plan with $3.8 billion in proposed spending

When a new Fiscal Year budget is presented to the City Council, City staff simultaneously includes an updated five-year Capital Improvement Program. This year was no different, as the 2025-2029 program of proposed capital spending is included in the recommended budget book released on August 13.

Fort Worth awards $1.34 million loan for downtown redevelopment project

City Council has unanimously approved a resolution to award $1,340,000 in Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) funding to 115 W. 7th LLC through the City's Brownfield RLF Program.

Analysis: 405 of 826 students at Smithfield Middle School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By Mid City Times | Aug 27, 2024

Of the 826 students at Smithfield Middle School in North Richland Hills, 405 (49%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to Mid City Times' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

Fort worth council approves funding deal for new uta west campus

By Mid City Times | Aug 27, 2024

Published on August 27, 2024

Report: 50% of the 498 students at Mockingbird Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By Mid City Times | Aug 26, 2024

Of the 498 students at Mockingbird Elementary School in Coppell, 249 (50%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to Mid City Times' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

Congressman Williams opposes Biden-Harris Administration's rent control policies

By Mid City Times | Aug 26, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) has sent a letter in response to the Biden-Harris Administration’s announcement of new actions to implement rent control policies.

1 gas station in cities throughout Tarrant County had the cheapest E85 gas in week ending Aug. 17

By Mid City Times | Aug 26, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Tarrant County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Uplift Educatiion-North Hills Prep Primary School: 50% of the 563 students not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

Of the 563 students at Uplift Educatiion-North Hills Prep Primary School in Dallas, 282 (50%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to Mid City Times' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

Labor Day closures announced for city offices and services

Most city offices, including City Hall, will be closed Monday, Sept. 2, for the Labor Day holiday. Emergency services will be available as usual.

Annual Neighborhood Litter Stomp set for October in Fort Worth

The annual Neighborhood Litter Stomp event, hosted by Keep Fort Worth Beautiful, is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 5, from 8-11 a.m. This citywide litter cleanup aims to promote litter source control and community pride.

Fort Worth introduces new street sweeper fleet; public invited to name them