Recent public-news developments around this place, gathered from public sources.
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.
Local stories gathered from public news sources while this area builds its own coverage.
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.
Sources (1)
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.
Sources (1)
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.
Sources (1)
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.
Sources (1)
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.
Sources (1)
Jeannine Belew passed away peacefully on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026. She was born and raised in Fort Worth and lived there for most of her years. Family and friends are invited to honor her life at Greenwood’s Mt. Olivet Chapel.
Sources (1)
Kenneth Hugh Jones, Jr., passed away at his home in Fort Worth. He was a lifelong resident who attended local schools and earned degrees from Rice University and The University of Texas at Austin. Kenneth was involved with several community institutions and is survived by his wife, Ann, and children.
Sources (1)
Verna Mae Mason passed away on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026. She lived in Fort Worth and worked at various places after moving to the area. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Texas Oncology.
Sources (1)
The Fort Worth City Council will vote on a four-year collective bargaining agreement for firefighters and EMS personnel. The ratified deal includes across-the-board wage increases, incentive pay, and overtime provisions. This follows negotiations where the union voted on the terms last week.
Sources (1)
Police responded to a residence on Riverside Drive where a man was found shot to death. The shooting was reported early Saturday morning.
Sources (1)
A fatal accident occurred Wednesday afternoon on Highway 287 in Fort Worth, resulting in one death and one person in critical condition. Lanes remain closed both ways as officials conduct necessary investigations. Traffic has been diverted to alternate streets like Wilbarger Street and Berry/Vaughn.
Sources (1)
The annual Neighborhood Litter Stomp encourages volunteers to clean up meaningful local areas, with supplies available for registered participants. Additionally, the City of Fort Worth will host a free scrap tire collection event on October 17th at the Hazel Harvey Peace Center for Neighborhoods.
Sources (1)
Summarized from public news sources, not original Juncture reporting. Open the linked sources for the full story.
™