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The Fort Worth City Council will vote on a four-year collective bargaining agreement for firefighters and emergency medical services personnel. The deal includes across-the-board wage increases, incentive pay and overtime provisions, and the firefighters' union voted on the terms last week. The vote affects pay terms for city emergency responders over the four-year contract.
Fort Worth Report · Sep 29, 2026The Fort Worth City Council will vote on October 13 on selling four city-owned downtown properties. Jun Crown Properties offered $4.3 million for all four sites, which sit near Texas A&M-Fort Worth and the Convention Center. The buildings became surplus after the move to the new city hall, so the vote decides their ownership.
Fort Worth Report · Sep 29, 2026TEXpress Highways finished the North Tarrant Express Capacity Improvement Project, a $414 million expansion, months ahead of its original schedule. The work added free and managed lanes along State Highway 183/121 and Loop 820 between Euless and Fort Worth. The added lanes aim to improve mobility along those roads for drivers.
Fort Worth Business Press · Sep 29, 2026Local higher education leaders will meet with business and community figures at the 2026 State of Higher Education Forum. Panelists include representatives from Tarrant County College, Tarleton State University and Texas Wesleyan University. Organizers want to examine how partnerships between schools and employers help drive regional growth.
Fort Worth Business Press · Sep 29, 2026Nib used AI to summarize the linked public news sources. No Juncture editor reviewed this brief. AI summaries can miss context or make mistakes, so check the original sources before acting on this information.
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The city of Fort Worth announced it will give away free sandbags to residents following flood watch advisories. Deliveries are scheduled for tomorrow, September 30th, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Residents must show proof of address and the supply is first come, first served.
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Rebuilding the Fort, based in Fort Worth, empowers veterans to revitalize neighborhoods through development. The organization partners with cities including Fort Worth and Arlington to address investment needs. Veterans are trained to handle complexities of housing development.
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Fort Worth officials plan a renewable natural gas plant at the city's landfill to convert emissions. This project is expected to bring $2.5 million to $5 million annually for solid waste planning and environmental projects. Construction is anticipated to begin by July 2027.
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The Fort Worth City Council approved a zoning exemption for Westland Hospitality Group's planned Southern-style restaurant at the shuttered Roy Pope Grocery. The approval occurred despite concerns regarding parking, though developers cited an agreement for 50 spaces after 6 p.m.
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The Fort Worth City Council voted to approve a four-year, $54 million collective bargaining agreement for firefighters and EMS personnel. The contract includes across-the-board wage increases, benefit boosts, and hiring flexibility. It was ratified by the union after an impasse in negotiations.
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Fort Worth architect Bart Shaw was named the 2026 Distinguished Alumnus of the Texas Tech University Huckabee College of Architecture. The award recognizes a graduate whose career has brought distinction to the College. Shaw's work includes several local Fort Worth projects.
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The suburban city of Bedford is located less than half an hour's drive from both Dallas and Fort Worth. It maintains a small-town feel with historic landmarks and local businesses. Visitors can enjoy live music at the Bedford Ice House or try local barbecue joints.
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Delightful Development Co., a Fort Worth-based hospitality company, is looking into reviving Austin's Lammes Candies. The proposal involves keeping the family involved while reinvigorating the brand’s identity. This effort seeks to honor and preserve the Texas history of the confectionary.
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The completion of the $414 million North Tarrant Express project marks a path for billions more in county highway improvements. This project added free and tolled lanes along Airport Freeway and Loop 820, connecting downtown Fort Worth to DFW International Airport.
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The Fort Worth Weird Moms Club held its seventh annual Weird Mom Prom, raising $7,277.60. After expenses, the sold-out fundraiser generated $3,300 for community initiatives and a building fund. The funds will support local efforts and create a senior scholarship.
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Paragon Sports Constructors, a Fort Worth company that has built athletic facilities for over four decades, transitioned to a 100% employee-owned structure. This change was achieved through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The move allows eligible employees to build a financial stake in the company.
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The Greater Fort Worth Builders Association named Carol Horton, Founder and Builder of Lily Grace Homes, the 2026 "Builder of the Year." The award recognizes outstanding contributions to the local housing industry. Horton emphasized her goal of building homes that balance beauty, function, and long-term livability.
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