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FDA conducted inspections of 54 companies in cities located in Tarrant County in 2023

By Mid City Times | Mar 31, 2024

There were 54 companies in cities associated with Tarrant County that received 56 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Tarrant County in week ending Mar. 30

By Mid City Times | Mar 31, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Tarrant County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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2021-22 School Year: 85% of the 451 students at Morton Elementary School not on "college track"

By Mid City Times | Mar 31, 2024

Of the 451 students at Morton Elementary School in Arlington, 384 (85%) 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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Which former Mid City Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 1?

By Mid City Times | Mar 31, 2024

These former Mid City Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 1.

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Sarah Andrews, former Macarthur High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Saturday, March 30 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Mid City Times | Mar 31, 2024

The Baylor Lady Bears lost 74-70.

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Weekly recap of Dallas County home sales during week ending March 23

By Mid City Times | Mar 30, 2024

There were 170 reported residential sales in Dallas County in the week ending March 23, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Mid City Times area weekly mass times

By Mid City Times | Mar 30, 2024

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

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Ellis County cities: 11 companies received FDA inspections in 2023

By Mid City Times | Mar 30, 2024

There were 11 companies in cities associated with Ellis County that received 12 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Get Excited for Family Activities at the Library Ahead of Total Eclipse

By Mid City Times | Mar 30, 2024

"Get excited about the total eclipse with Library’s family activities" as the community in Fort Worth gears up for an astronomical event set to take place on April 8. The city will be hosting a total solar eclipse, allowing residents to witness this natural wonder without having to leave the city.The event is part of NASA’S Mission2Mars initiative, a nationwide program aimed at generating interest in NASA’s Artemis lunar exploration program. This initiative seeks to engage the public by highlighting NASA's Moon-to-Mars missions and providing valuable learning resources....

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Analysis: 451 of 530 students at Dunn Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By Mid City Times | Mar 30, 2024

Of the 530 students at Dunn Elementary School in Arlington, 451 (85%) 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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Help Fort Worth fetch ‘barking rights’ as one of Texas’ top shelters

By Mid City Times | Mar 30, 2024

Fort Worth Animal Care & Control (FWACC) has been nominated as one of the best shelters in Texas, and now it’s time to show the world why. The call to action is clear - "If you’re a local, you already know how incredible our shelter is."The importance of individual contributions is emphasized with the statement, "Your testimonial matters."The impact of these efforts is clarified, stating that, "A higher ranking could equal more visibility and attention for pets in need, which could potentially lead to an uptick in adoptions."This initiative urges all stakeholders,...

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Youth Invited to Showcase Skills at Annual Pitch, Hit & Run Competition

By Mid City Times | Mar 30, 2024

Fort Worth Park & Recreation, in partnership with New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church, is gearing up to host the second annual Fun Over Guns | The Rube Foster Pitch, Hit & Run Competition on Saturday, April 20 at Gateway Park. The event aims to provide a platform for youth in Fort Worth to display their baseball and softball skills."We are excited to bring back this great opportunity for its second year," said Kyev Tatum, pastor of New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church and member of the Fort Worth Park & Recreation Advisory Board.The competition, open to boys...

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Registration deadline for May 4 election is Thursday

By Mid City Times | Mar 30, 2024

Published on March 30, 2024The last day to register to vote in Tarrant County is Thursday, April 4, with early voting running April 22-30. Election day is May 4. Whether you are a new Fort Worth resident or you want to verify where to vote, here is everything you need to know about the 2024 Venue Tax Election General Election. On May 4, residents can vote on the 2024 Venue Tax. For more information on the item, visit fortworthtexas.gov/elections or watch this video. The deadline to register to vote is Thursday, April 4, and you can confirm your voter registration status by...

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Groundbreaking Program R3 Helps First Responders Address Moral Injury

By Mid City Times | Mar 30, 2024

Mayor Mattie Parker, along with Police Chief Neil Noakes, Fire Chief Jim Davis, and the American Warrior Association (AWA), announced the launch of R3 — Respond, Restore, Resolve — at the Bob Bolen Public Safety Complex on Wednesday. The initiative aims to support first responders in addressing moral injury through a comprehensive approach.Parker emphasized the importance of changing the stigma around mental health and encouraging proactive conversations to address the pain and anguish experienced by first responders. She stated, “It’s time to change the stigma around...

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Home sales in Denton County during week ending March 23

By Mid City Times | Mar 30, 2024

There were 144 reported residential sales in Denton County in the week ending March 23, according to BlockShopper.com.

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CCPD Funding Supports Fort Worth Crime Prevention Programs

By Mid City Times | Mar 30, 2024

Fort Worth, Texas - In a recent decision by the City Council, four nonprofits are set to receive a combined $1.9 million to operate crime prevention programs benefiting Fort Worth residents. The funding comes from the Crime Control & Prevention District’s Community-Based Programs Fund, as reported by a City News article published on March 30, 2024.According to the article, the funding allocation process involves a rigorous evaluation by a selection panel and approval by the CCPD board. "Where the money comes from: The Crime Control & Prevention District’s Community-Based...

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On Friday, March 29 former Keller High School Sarah Graves competed in hopes to reach NCAA Division I Basketball Championship

By Mid City Times | Mar 30, 2024

Their team entered the tournament as a 1 seed.

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Flower Mound High School standout Abbie Boutilier’s collegiate team won game in NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament on Friday, March 29

By Mid City Times | Mar 30, 2024

The Texas Longhorns won 69-47.

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On Friday, March 29, former Flower Mound High School Maddie Cox collegiate team won in the NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament

By Mid City Times | Mar 30, 2024

The game took place in Portland, Oregon.

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Mansfield Timberview High School standout Destiny Burton’s collegiate team lost game in NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament on Friday, March 29

By Mid City Times | Mar 30, 2024

The Gonzaga Bulldogs lost 69-47.