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Of the 2,091,953 citizens living in Tarrant County in 2021, 73.7% were old enough to vote, equating to 1,542,027 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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Report: 85% of the 1,433 students at Workman Junior High School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

Of the 1,433 students at Workman Junior High School in Arlington, 1,219 (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).

118 companies in cities within Denton County received 119 inspections in 2023

There were 118 companies in cities associated with Denton County that received 119 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Tarrant County in week ending Mar. 23?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Tarrant County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

2021-22 School Year: 85% of the 526 students at Central Elementary School not on "college track"

By Mid City Times | Mar 28, 2024

Of the 526 students at Central Elementary School in Lewisville, 448 (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).

2021-22 School Year: 85% of the 526 students at Central Elementary School not on "college track"

By Mid City Times | Mar 28, 2024

Of the 526 students at Central Elementary School in Lewisville, 448 (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).

How many companies in cities in Dallas County received FDA inspections in 2023?

By Mid City Times | Mar 28, 2024

There were 112 companies in cities associated with Dallas County that received 114 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

2021-22 School Year: 85% of the 631 students at O. H. Stowe Elementary School not on "college track"

Of the 631 students at O. H. Stowe Elementary School in Haltom City, 537 (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).

Remember to head outside April 8 to view the total eclipse

On April 8, a total solar eclipse will be visible across Texas, from Del Rio to Texarkana. The event is set to occur around noon, with totality expected to begin at 1:30 p.m. and last for a few seconds to about 4 1/2 minutes, depending on the viewer's location along the path of the eclipse. Fort Worth residents can anticipate the moment of totality at approximately 1:41 p.m."It’s only safe to look directly at the sun during the few minutes of totality. Otherwise, you’ll need to use eclipse glasses or a pinhole viewer," advised the announcement.To ensure safe viewing,...

Money approved for affected businesses following hotel explosion

Downtown small businesses impacted by the January explosion at the Sandman Signature Fort Worth Downtown Hotel can each apply for up to $50,000 in grant money from the Fort Worth Local Development Corporation.City staff met with the business owners in the weeks following the explosion. In those meetings, the owners voiced concerns about how they would fare in the aftermath, as well as new challenges posed by trash and debris on the sidewalk in front of their locations.At the recommendation of the Economic Development Department, the LDC responded Tuesday by approving a...

Reduce, Reuse, Refashion: Winners Announced at Trashion Fashion Show

Fort Worth, TX - March 27, 2024 - The annual Trashion Fashion Show crowned its winners this year, showcasing the creativity and innovation of participants who turned trash into high fashion.Councilmember Elizabeth Beck was recognized for her role as the event's emcee, overseeing a night of eco-conscious glamour. Keep Fort Worth Beautiful, the organization behind the event, emphasized the importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling to combat waste in the city.Participants from across Fort Worth rose to the challenge of designing outfits made of at least 50% trash or...

Congressman Williams and Colleagues Condemn CFPB's Data Collection Rule

Congressman Roger Williams, along with 17 other members, has penned a letter to CFPB Director Chopra expressing concerns about the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's "Auto Finance Data Project." In the letter, Congressman Williams stated, "By expanding data collection without a clear explanation of how it serves to protect consumers, the CFPB is embarking on an unauthorized fishing expedition rather than fulfilling its mandate to carry out the purposes and objectives of the Federal consumer financial laws."The letter, also signed by Representatives Blaine Luetkemeyer,...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Tarrant County in week ending Mar. 23?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Tarrant County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

Newman International Academy of Arlington: 85% of the 670 students not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

Of the 670 students at Newman International Academy of Arlington in Arlington, 570 (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).

On Monday, March 25, former Flower Mound High School Maddie Cox collegiate team won in the NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament

Their team entered the tournament as a 3 seed.

Mansfield Timberview High School standout Destiny Burton’s collegiate team won game in NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament on Monday, March 25

The game took place in Spokane, Washington.

1 gas station in cities throughout Tarrant County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Mar. 23

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Tarrant County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

Ranchview High School: 85% of the 948 students not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

Of the 948 students at Ranchview High School in Irving, 806 (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).

Sarah Graves, former Keller High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Sunday, March 24 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

The Texas Longhorns won 65-54.

Flower Mound High School standout Abbie Boutilier’s collegiate team won game in NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament on Sunday, March 24