Mid City Times

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Tarrant County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 10, according to GasBuddy.com.

Analysis: 633 of 719 students at Haley Junior Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

Of the 719 students at Haley Junior Elementary School in Irving, 633 (88%) 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).

Evans & Rosedale project moves forward; survey informs next steps

The Evans & Rosedale project in Fort Worth’s Historic Southside is progressing as city leaders reaffirm their commitment to the development and the community. During a recent public meeting, District 8 Councilmember Chris Nettles expressed his determination to ensure that development takes place soon on the six-acre land located around 916 Evans Ave.Nettles stated, "I know there may be uncertainty here tonight, but we’re here to make things move forward."The City of Fort Worth has been actively involved in the redevelopment of the area since the late 1990s. The efforts...

There were 67 multiracial students enrolled in Westlake Academy Charter School District in 2021-22 school year

Westlake Academy Charter School District had 67 multiracial students enrolled in their schools in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

Reminder: Afrofuturism is topic of Black History Month program

The City of Fort Worth Diversity & Inclusion employee committee is hosting a program titled "Afrofuturism: Imagining the Future While Honoring the Past" as part of their Black History Month observance. The program will take place on Thursday, Feb. 15, from noon to 1 p.m. and can be watched via FWTV and the City's YouTube channel. It will also be available on demand on both platforms starting Friday, Feb. 16.Dr. Angela Mack will be presenting at the program, providing an overview of Afrofuturism and highlighting 13 significant national and local figures from Emancipation...

City shares settlement funds to combat opioid addiction in Fort Worth

Three local entities in Fort Worth will receive over $660,000 in settlement funds to combat the ongoing opioid crisis in the city. The funds are part of a larger settlement reached in lawsuits against manufacturers and distributors of opioid painkillers.In 2022, Fort Worth experienced a surge in overdoses, reaching a three-year high. MedStar Mobile Health, a local health organization, treated an average of three patients per day in August of that year. This alarming statistic highlighted the urgent need for resources to address addiction and provide support to those...

Central City project moves forward with latest design contract

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, has taken another step forward in the Central City Flood Control Project with the awarding of a $4.5 million contract to Black and Veatch-GEI Joint Venture. This contract is part of the $423 million in federal funding that the project has received in the past two years.The Central City Flood Control Project is a comprehensive initiative aimed at providing flood risk functions along the Clear Fork and West Fork of the Trinity River. It includes various components such as a bypass channel, three flood gates, a pump...

Nephew of first Black librarian shares family's remarkable story

Published on February 11, 2024Joe Gratts, the great-grandson of a Buffalo Soldier and nephew of Fort Worth's first Black librarian, is set to share his family's remarkable story in celebration of Black History Month. Gratts will delve into his family's rich legacy, which includes ancestors who were once enslaved in Parker County.One notable ancestor, Lawson Daniel Gratts, broke free from the chains of slavery to become a Buffalo Soldier. Gratts will shed light on the courageous journey and accomplishments of his great-grandfather. Another prominent figure in Gratts'...

Which former Mid City Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 12?

These former Mid City Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 12.

Weekly recap of Dallas County home sales during week ending Feb. 3

There were 232 reported residential sales in Dallas County in the week ending Feb. 3, according to BlockShopper.com.

Home sales in Denton County during week ending Feb. 3

There were 136 reported residential sales in Denton County in the week ending Feb. 3, according to BlockShopper.com.

How many multiracial students were enrolled in Newman International Academy of Arlington School District in 2021-22 school year?

Newman International Academy of Arlington School District had 102 multiracial students enrolled in their schools in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

Report: 88% of the 965 students at Peach Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

Of the 965 students at Peach Elementary School in Arlington, 850 (88%) 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).

Report: 88% of the 965 students at Peach Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

Of the 965 students at Peach Elementary School in Arlington, 850 (88%) 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).

1 gas station in cities throughout Tarrant County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Feb. 3

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Tarrant County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

2020-21 School Year: 1.5% of the 68 students at Grapevine-Colleyville Collegiate Academy at Tarrant County College Northeast not on "college track"

Of the 68 students at Grapevine-Colleyville Collegiate Academy at Tarrant County College Northeast in Hurst, one (1.5%) wasn't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2020-21 school year, according to Mid City Times' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

Evans & Rosedale Project Progresses with Community Input

The Evans & Rosedale project in Fort Worth’s Historic Southside is gaining momentum as city leaders express their commitment to the development and the community. During a recent public meeting, District 8 Councilmember Chris Nettles emphasized the goal of moving the development forward.Robert Sturns, director of Economic Development, highlighted the city's efforts to revitalize the area since the late 1990s, with over $30 million in public investments and community planning. He stressed the importance of a project that respects the historic neighborhood's legacy of...

Lewisville Elementary School: 88% of the 533 students not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year