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Asian students made up 8.4% of Texas College Preparatory Academies School District's student body in the 2021-22 school year.

City of Fort Worth Approves YMCA Community Partnership Funds

The City of Fort Worth has approved a $250,000 allocation from the Community Partnership funds to support the YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth's efforts in revitalizing the Eastside YMCA. This funding will play a crucial role in the ongoing initiative to renovate the Eastside YMCA swimming pool.In addition to their own organization budget, the YMCA has secured various funding sources for the project, including American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and grants. With the partnership funds from the City, the YMCA has made a commitment to open the Eastside pool to the public at...

Neighbor to Neighbor Program lights the way in energy relief

In an effort to address the needs of residents facing energy emergencies or crises, a collaboration has been established between several retail energy providers (REPs) and the City of Fort Worth. The Neighbor to Neighbor Program, initiated on January 1, 2017, aims to provide financial assistance for Electric Home Energy Expenses to individuals experiencing difficulties in meeting their energy bills."The Neighbor to Neighbor Program is designed to aid needy individuals in paying their Electric Home Energy Expenses," says the program overview.The participating REPs,...

Sycamore Park Receives Grant for Nature Transformation

The Fort Worth Park & Recreation Department has received a $1.5 million grant from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) for the Sycamore Park Improvements project. This grant, part of TPWD's Local Park Grant Program, will contribute to the ongoing efforts to revitalize and enhance parkland in Fort Worth.The grant funds, combined with $4 million in local funding, will be used to transform the decommissioned golf course at Sycamore Park into a nature-based space for recreational use. The proposed enhancements include repurposing a former golf course water hazard...

Fort Worth Animal Shelter Implements "Pause for Paws" to Enhance Care and Facilities

Fort Worth's main animal shelter campuses are introducing a new initiative called "Pause for Paws." This once-per-week non-operational day is aimed at providing more attentive care towards pets and facilities, while furthering the shelter's mission of leading with care and compassion.Starting on Tuesday, February 6, the City of Fort Worth will implement a rotating schedule for its main campus locations. The Chuck and Brenda Silcox Animal Adoption and Care Center will observe the pause on Tuesdays, while the North Animal Shelter will do so on Wednesdays.During the pause...

Volunteers Sought for 6th Annual Fish Creek Cleanup Challenge on Feb. 24, 2024

By Mid City Times Report | Jan 28, 2024

Organizers for the upcoming 6th annual Fish Creek Cleanup Challenge are seeking volunteers to collect discarded cans, glass and plastic bottles, paper and other debris littering the banks of the southeast Arlington creek.

Which former Mid City Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 29?

These former Mid City Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 29.

Weekly recap of Denton County home sales during week ending Jan. 20

There were 91 reported residential sales in Denton County in the week ending Jan. 20, according to BlockShopper.com.

Premier High School Online: 90% of the 2,470 students not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

Of the 2,470 students at Premier High School Online in Lewisville, 2,223 (90%) 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).

Premier High School Online: 90% of the 2,470 students not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

Of the 2,470 students at Premier High School Online in Lewisville, 2,223 (90%) 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).

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Mid City Times area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the Mid City Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Recent Dallas County home sales in week ending Jan. 20

There were 146 reported residential sales in Dallas County in the week ending Jan. 20, according to BlockShopper.com.

There were 4 American Indian students enrolled in Newman International Academy of Arlington School District in 2021-22 school year

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

Arlington Pd, City Leaders Cut Ribbon on New Southwest Cop Shop

By Mid City Times Report | Jan 27, 2024

This month, the Arlington Police Department and city leaders celebrated the opening of a brand new storefront – or “Cop Shop” – in the southwest part of the city.

Marty Wieder Selected as New Executive Director of Arlington Economic Development Corporation

By Mid City Times Report | Jan 27, 2024

Marty Wieder has been named as new executive director of the Arlington Economic Development Corporation. Wieder will begin on Feb. 19, 2024.

City of Arlington to Invest $77,660 in Neighborhood Matching Grant Projects in 2024

By Mid City Times Report | Jan 27, 2024

The City continues to invest in neighborhoods throughout The American Dream City, with the Arlington City Council approving $77,660 in new Neighborhood Matching Grants for four projects across the city.

2020-21 School Year: 39.7% of the 63 students at James M. Steele High School not on "college track"

Of the 63 students at James M. Steele High School in Fort Worth, 25 (39.7%) weren'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).

Westlake Academy Charter School District Education: 4 American Indian students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

American Indian students made up 0.5% of Westlake Academy Charter School District's student body in the 2021-22 school year.

Median age of Dallas County residents is 34

Dallas County residents have a median age of 34-years-old as of 2021, according to US Census Data.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Tarrant County in week ending Jan. 20?