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News from July 2023

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Denton County schools enroll 16,333 gifted and talented students in the 2021-2022 school year

By Ft Worth Times | Jul 10, 2023

Denton County enrolled the eighth highest number of gifted and talented students among Texas counties in the 2021-2022 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

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Tarrant County median home valuation prices rose by 1.8% in Q2 2023

By Ft Worth Times | Jul 9, 2023

The median sale price of a home sold in the second quarter of 2023 in Tarrant County rose by $2,863, while total sales decreased by 17.5%.

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Rising home valuations in Tarrant County in first half of 2023

By Ft Worth Times | Jul 9, 2023

The median sale price of a home sold in the first half of 2023 in Tarrant County rose by $816, while total sales decreased by 20.7%.

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Ft Worth Times area weekly mass times

By Ft Worth Times | Jul 8, 2023

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

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A new chapter begins with Vivian J. Lincoln Library’s grand opening

By Ft Worth Times Report | Jul 6, 2023

Visitors to the Fort Worth Public Library’s newest facility will be greeted with large windows that let natural light pour into the interior, details and art that feature treelike structures and designs, amenities such as a quiet reading room and study spaces – and a 12-foot-long dinosaur made of car parts.

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United Way of Tarrant County takes aim at youth gun violence

By Ft Worth Times Report | Jul 6, 2023

To reduce youth gun violence in Tarrant County, United Way of Tarrant County hired Samuel J. Varner as program director of the One Second Collaborative and named members of the Collaborative’s community-based steering committee.

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Parker County schools enroll 1,906 gifted and talented students in the 2021-2022 school year

By Ft Worth Times | Jul 6, 2023

Parker County enrolled the 35th highest number of gifted and talented students among Texas counties in the 2021-2022 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

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Fort Worth mayor announces $20 million grant

By Ft Worth Times Report | Jul 5, 2023

On June 28, the Biden-Harris Administration announced that the City of Fort Worth’s Transportation & Public Works Department, in partnership with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG), will receive a federal grant for $20 million towards the reconstruction of the East Lancaster Avenue corridor.

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Fort Worth Safe: new strategies and new results in crime reduction

By Ft Worth Times Report | Jul 5, 2023

The Fort Worth Police Department (FWPD) and Mayor Mattie Parker recently recorded a new video about Fort Worth Safe:

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Helpful videos provide Fourth of July and summer heat information

By Ft Worth Times Report | Jul 4, 2023

The City of Fort Worth recently held a news conference related to the extreme and excessive heat and the approaching Fourth of July holiday. Below are pointers that are important pieces of information for residents to know.

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Save big on fitness memberships at community centers

By Ft Worth Times Report | Jul 4, 2023

July is Park and Recreation month and to celebrate, annual fitness memberships at City of Fort Worth community centers are 30% off.

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Forest Park mini-train operator has new deadline to reinstate service

By Ft Worth Times Report | Jul 3, 2023

Operators of the beloved miniature train in Forest Park and Trinity Park have been given another extension to get the attraction back on track.

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Join the water efficiency wave during Smart Irrigation Month

By Ft Worth Times Report | Jul 3, 2023

Welcome to Smart Irrigation Month, a time dedicated to promoting water efficiency and raising awareness about the importance of smart irrigation practices.

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Fort Worth City Council approves contracts for Future City Hall

By Ft Worth Times Report | Jul 2, 2023

The Fort Worth City Council has taken two important actions in the development of the Future City Hall project. These measures will facilitate the construction and design of the new council chamber building and also include renovations to the existing Future City Hall building. Future City Hall is located at 100 Energy Way.

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Fort Worth’s CAP Program powers up to lighten energy burdens

By Ft Worth Times Report | Jul 2, 2023

The Community Action Partners Program (CAP), part of the Neighborhood Services Department, is stepping up efforts to provide much-needed relief to residents in all of Tarrant County, specifically in Fort Worth. The program is funding by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. With approximately $3.5 million still available for energy payments, the program aims to alleviate the financial strain on households struggling to meet their energy expenses.

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Granger, North Texas Colleagues, Urge U.S. State Department to Resolve Unacceptable Passport Delays

By Ft Worth Times Report | Jul 2, 2023

Congresswoman Kay Granger (R-TX), Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Committee, led a letter—along with her North Texas colleagues—seeking answers from the Department of State on the dramatic delays in processing passport applications.

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Denton County home sales in week ending July 1

By Ft Worth Times | Jul 2, 2023

There were 12 reported residential sales in Denton County in the week ending July 1, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Council increases Over 65, Disability exemptions, easing tax burden

By Ft Worth Times Report | Jul 1, 2023

In the face of increasing property values and to further alleviate property tax burdens, the Fort Worth City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to increase the Over 65 and Disability exemptions.

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Fireworks, fun and closures: Fort Worth's Fourth celebration returns

By Ft Worth Times Report | Jul 1, 2023

Most city offices, including City Hall, will be closed Tuesday, July 4, for the Independence Day holiday. Emergency services will be available as usual.

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Ft Worth Times area weekly mass times

By Ft Worth Times | Jul 1, 2023

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