Fort Worth Report

Lake Worth schools superintendent Ramirez resigns; trustees approve layoffs " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/0225-LWISD-MC-04-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/0225-LWISD-MC-04-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />The board approved Mark Ramirez’s departure as the district state takeover as the district restructures programs and staffing.

Lake Worth schools superintendent Ramirez resigns; trustees approve layoffs

Most popular fish fry during Lent? This Arlington church set up a drive-thru to meet demand " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/0306-FishFry-MC-05-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/0306-FishFry-MC-05-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />Saint Vincent de Paul Catholic Church serves over 700 meals every Friday during Lent.

Most popular fish fry during Lent? This Arlington church set up a drive-thru to meet demand

As Texas A&M towers go up, business partnerships get underway in Fort Worth " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/12-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/12-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />The new downtown campus is set to open this summer.

As Texas A&M towers go up, business partnerships get underway in Fort Worth

Fort Worth nonprofit’s tool kit helps workplaces support victims of domestic violence  " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_6560.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_6560.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />The Safe at Work initiative wants to train employers to spot possible partner abuse and help survivors.

Fort Worth nonprofit’s tool kit helps workplaces support victims of domestic violence 

Arlington women open porch pantries to feed neighbors in need " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_5660-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_5660-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />When federal food benefits froze, two Arlington residents stocked their front porches — no paperwork or questions asked.

Arlington women open porch pantries to feed neighbors in need

FWISD bets on $100K teaching salaries, proven leadership to revive struggling schools " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20260306_ACESchools_Sanchez-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C244&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20260306_ACESchools_Sanchez-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C635&quality=89&ssl=1" />Fort Worth ISD is recruiting top teachers to transform six underperforming schools through a turnaround program.

FWISD bets on $100K teaching salaries, proven leadership to revive struggling schools

52 Faces: Tarrant business owner’s pet food pantry fills the bowls for four-legged family " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20260306_Rice52Faces-3-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20260306_Rice52Faces-3-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />R&B Dog Bakery owner Aisha Byrd believes no one should have to decide between their own needs and those of their pets.

52 Faces: Tarrant business owner’s pet food pantry fills the bowls for four-legged family

Bob on Business: Texas expected to be world’s largest data center market by 2030  " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/usa-mitholian-davidson-0335-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C225&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/usa-mitholian-davidson-0335-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C584&quality=89&ssl=1" />Also, which ZIP codes saw hot home sales in 2025?

Bob on Business: Texas expected to be world’s largest data center market by 2030 

Literally Anybody Else is on the ballot for North Richland Hills mayor " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Candidate-photo-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Candidate-photo-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />Else, a North Richland Hills man formerly named Dustin Ebey, legally changed his name and ran for president in 2024.

Literally Anybody Else is on the ballot for North Richland Hills mayor

A blueprint: West Fort Worth church creating hub of holistic dementia care " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/0304-DementiaDriving-002-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/0304-DementiaDriving-002-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />Alongside other community partners, G.I.F.T. Church is launching a transportation assistance program for people with dementia.

A blueprint: West Fort Worth church creating hub of holistic dementia care

With filing closed, two candidates seek Fort Worth City Council District 10 seat " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/cd_10_720.jpg?fit=300%2C211&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/cd_10_720.jpg?fit=719%2C505&quality=89&ssl=1" />Entrepreneur Chris Jamieson and former City Council district director Alicia Ortiz seek seat being vacated by Alan Blaylock.

With filing closed, two candidates seek Fort Worth City Council District 10 seat

Made in Tarrant: Camia Rhea candles light the way for UTA student entrepreneur " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/0228-CamiaRhea-MC-05-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/0228-CamiaRhea-MC-05-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />UTA student Camia Rhea McMiller runs an Arlington store selling house-made candles and experiences. She’s been hawking candles for much longer.

Made in Tarrant: Camia Rhea candles light the way for UTA student entrepreneur

Prepare to say goodbye to the USS Fort Worth as decommissioning set for July 29 " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15516950564_a3ae768a42_k.jpg.webp?fit=300%2C179&quality=80&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/15516950564_a3ae768a42_k.jpg.webp?fit=780%2C465&quality=80&ssl=1" />The combat naval ship named for Fort Worth launched into service in 2012.

Prepare to say goodbye to the USS Fort Worth as decommissioning set for July 29

Taking his last bow, Jameson joins Visit Fort Worth in celebrating tourism impact  " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20260306_084613-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C225&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20260306_084613-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C585&quality=89&ssl=1" />Fort Worth Convention Center prepares for its second phase of upgrades with organizations already showing interest.

Taking his last bow, Jameson joins Visit Fort Worth in celebrating tourism impact 

Where I Live: These New Jersey transplants love Monticello’s ‘urban residential’ vibe " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Pic-5-Cropped-scaled.jpeg?fit=300%2C218&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Pic-5-Cropped-scaled.jpeg?fit=780%2C567&quality=89&ssl=1" />Monticello neighborhood is a place to raise a family, find friends and entertain guests.

Where I Live: These New Jersey transplants love Monticello’s ‘urban residential’ vibe

Give me an F: Fort Worth’s 10-foot public art gateway project installed after 20-year wait " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_5240-scaled.jpeg?fit=300%2C197&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_5240-scaled.jpeg?fit=780%2C513&quality=89&ssl=1" />The letters on westbound State Highway 121 will be surrounded by native prairie landscaping and lighted at night.

Give me an F: Fort Worth’s 10-foot public art gateway project installed after 20-year wait

Grapevine High School renovations set for next two summers " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_0123-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C205&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_0123-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C532&quality=89&ssl=1" />The Grapevine-Colleyville ISD board approved a maximum $14.4 million contract for the renovations.

Grapevine High School renovations set for next two summers

Keller ISD taking applications through March 20 for open board seat " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/D9194FD4-86A1-4A49-82E1-7E09A8A5CED4_1_201_a.jpeg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/D9194FD4-86A1-4A49-82E1-7E09A8A5CED4_1_201_a.jpeg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />The new trustee to be appointed by the Keller school board will serve until a special election in November.

Keller ISD taking applications through March 20 for open board seat

Banning Islam, deporting Muslims discussed at Fort Worth church after primary elections " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/0305-FLJPanel-MC-013-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/0305-FLJPanel-MC-013-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />Mercy Culture’s For Liberty & Justice hosted a panel discussion on the “threat of Islam.”

Banning Islam, deporting Muslims discussed at Fort Worth church after primary elections

Fort Worth Crime Control and Prevention board approves nearly $1M in anti-violence funds " data-image-caption=" United Way of Tarrant County will serve as the administrative lead for a two-pronged, violence prevention and intervention partnership with VIP Fort Worth, targeting retaliatory gun and gang violence in City Council Districts 3, 5 and 8. (Billy Banks | Fort Worth Report) " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/DSC_3054-Enhanced-NR-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/DSC_3054-Enhanced-NR-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />The CCPD also approved a series of budget adjustments to reflect changing priorities within the Fort Worth Police Department.

Fort Worth Crime Control and Prevention board approves nearly $1M in anti-violence funds

Texas Wesleyan details progress on Polytechnic Heights revitalization to Fort Worth City Council " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Goss-VaughnBlvdCorridor-05-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Goss-VaughnBlvdCorridor-05-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />The university took over the east Fort Worth Main Street America efforts in June after years of stalled progress.

Texas Wesleyan details progress on Polytechnic Heights revitalization to Fort Worth City Council

Rose-colored Latino-themed bus route announced for south Fort Worth " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_2275-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_2275-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />Trinity Metro’s third color-coded bus route, a rebrand of Route 1, will launch in September.

Rose-colored Latino-themed bus route announced for south Fort Worth

5 years on, Reby Cary Youth Library still being discovered by Fort Worth families " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_5574-2-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_5574-2-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />As the city’s only dedicated youth library celebrates a milestone birthday this fall, patrons say it is a space they didn’t know they needed.

5 years on, Reby Cary Youth Library still being discovered by Fort Worth families

Former TCC chancellor sues the college, alleging contract violations " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/CAS_TCC_Trustees-30.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/CAS_TCC_Trustees-30.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />Eugene Giovannini, who resigned in 2022 after trustees voted to fire him, alleges in the suit that TCC did not have cause to terminate him.

Former TCC chancellor sues the college, alleging contract violations

Over $150K spent on reducing crime, cleaning up homeless hot spot on East Lancaster " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/20260106_Shaw-Lancaster-HOPE-5-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/20260106_Shaw-Lancaster-HOPE-5-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />Some council members worry about potential ripple effects that could prompt more homeless activity across Fort Worth.

Over $150K spent on reducing crime, cleaning up homeless hot spot on East Lancaster

Arlington mayor hopeful misses candidate forum, organizer criticizes absence " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20260304_forum-1-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20260304_forum-1-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />Steve Cavender was the sole candidate for the May election to not attend the forum.

Arlington mayor hopeful misses candidate forum, organizer criticizes absence

These East Fort Worth leaders fight medical misinformation, one conversation at a time " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/StopSix.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/StopSix.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />Since November 2021, the Stop Six Community Corps has listened to residents’ top medical concerns.

These East Fort Worth leaders fight medical misinformation, one conversation at a time

‘Transformative’ $1.7B Westside Village mixed-use project officially breaks ground  " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20260305_104736-1-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C225&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20260305_104736-1-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C585&quality=89&ssl=1" />The development will have the city’s first mass timber building and a jazz club.

‘Transformative’ $1.7B Westside Village mixed-use project officially breaks ground 

Australian art historian tapped for chief curator at Kimbell Art Museum " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Bowyer_headshot_horizontal-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Bowyer_headshot_horizontal-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&quality=89&ssl=1" />Emerson Bowyer joins the Fort Worth museum with an extensive background in acquiring major art and organizing exhibitions.

Australian art historian tapped for chief curator at Kimbell Art Museum

High schoolers explore future opportunities at Junior Achievement Career Expo in Fort Worth " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20260305_CareerExpo_Sanchez-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C225&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20260305_CareerExpo_Sanchez-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C585&quality=89&ssl=1" />Students from across Tarrant County explored careers and college at the third annual event.

High schoolers explore future opportunities at Junior Achievement Career Expo in Fort Worth