Texas Gov. Greg Abbott seeks support for the school choice program
Dallas, Texas - Amid the rising national trend of school choice initiatives, more states are offering significant financial aid to families wishing to send their children to private schools but limited by budgetary concerns, Dallas Metro News reported.
Read full storyThe City Council of Fort Worth to meet on Tuesday, September 19, and discuss 2023-24 fiscal budget
Fort Worth, Texas - The Fort Worth City Council is set to review a $2.6 billion proposed budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year in a crucial meeting on September 19 at 5 p.m. According to Dallas Metro News, this session will also include discussions on an adjusted tax rate as both issues carry significant financial and political implications.
Read full storyTrina Solar to open facility in North Texas and provide 1,500 local jobs
Wilmer, Texas - Trina Solar, an international frontrunner in solar technology, has revealed plans to construct a solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing hub in Wilmer, Texas, Dallas Metro News reported.
Read full storyMost Fort Worth’s municipal facilities will be closed for Labor Day, emergency services remain open
Fort Worth, Texas - In observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 5, most municipal facilities such as City Hall will be closed. According to Dallas Metro News, emergency services will, as expected, continue to operate without interruption.
Read full storyOn August 30, Raising Cane’s to hold all-day-long donation initiative
Grand Prairies, Texas - In a notable act of community support, fast-food chain Raising Cane's is renewing its commitment to the Dallas-Fort Worth-based nonprofit, Kidd's Kids, Metro Dallas News reported.
Read full storyLaw firm's financial controller confesses to $1.48m wire fraud scheme in Dallas
Dallas, Texas - In a significant legal update this Tuesday, Christiane Kathleen Irwin, 44, a financial controller at a well-known law firm, pleaded guilty to wire fraud, Dallas Metro News reported today. She confessed to inflating her payroll by a remarkable $1.48 million over a three-year span. The U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas, Leigha Simonton, officially made the announcement.
Read full storyEast Lancaster Avenue in Fort Worth gets more money for transformation and upgrades project
FORT WORTH, Texas — Funding for the East Lancaster Avenue Revitalization Project in Fort Worth has now reached 60%, thanks to a recent $25 million allocation from the Texas Transportation Commission, Dallas Metro News reported.
Read full storyChanging lives, one grant at a time: Wells Fargo supports southern Dallas nonprofits
Dallas, Texas - Three local nonprofits in southern Dallas County received an unexpected financial boost on Tuesday, as they were awarded a total of $300,000 in grants from the Wells Fargo Foundation, Dallas Metro News reported. The funding aims to support the organizations in their efforts to enhance lives, build homes, and foster hope in the community.
Read full storyTwo DPS employees arrested for their involvement in a "clean scanning" scheme in Dallas
Dallas, Texas - In a widespread operation near Dallas, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has arrested a total of 11 individuals, including two of their own employees, Dallas Metro News reported. These 11 people were arrested for their alleged involvement in a vehicle inspection fraud scheme known as "clean scanning."
Read full storyDallas PD officer to receive the Star of Texas Award
Dallas, Texas - A special ceremony will be held in Austin, Texas on September 11, where Governor Greg Abbott will award the Star of Texas Award to Scott Jay, a senior corporal from the Dallas Police Department, Dallas Metro News reported.
Read full storyFirst day focus: Dallas ISD aims for student reassurance and staff reliability
Dallas, Texas - The Dallas Independent School District (DISD) has successfully completed the first day of the new school year, with all students in the district assigned a certified teacher, according to Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde. However, the district still faces challenges in terms of staffing and security, Dallas Metro News reported.
Read full storyGenerosity knows no bounds: $3 million endowment from Satish and Yasmin Gupta to UNT
Frisco, Texas - In a generous gesture that illustrates their deep commitment to education and the local community, Satish Gupta, the Dallas-based business tycoon and leader of SB International Inc., along with his wife Yasmin, a graduate of the University of Dallas, have announced a substantial $3 million endowment to the University of North Texas.
Read full storyBeyond books: Mesquite's Summer Reading Challenge sparks passion for reading
Mesquite, Texas - Hundreds of thousands of pages were read by children in Mesquite this summer, all part of an ambitious reading contest initiated by Mayor Daniel Alemán, Jr., Dallas Metro News reported.
Read full storyTeenager wanted for last year’s fatal shooting in Dallas was found and arrested, police confirmed
Dallas, Texas - In their continued quest for justice related to the tragic incident that occurred in downtown Dallas last October, local authorities have announced the arrest of 18-year-old Maleek Wright, Dallas Metro News confirmed in a recent report. Wright's arrest, which occurred a few days ago, pertains to an event in a park previously considered a haven for city residents.
Read full storyBeyond wages: Arlington ISD's salary overhaul recognizes the heartbeat of its workforce
Arlington, Texas - The Arlington Independent School District (AISD) has unveiled significant salary enhancements for its workforce, including an almost 20% pay hike for new bus drivers and food service leads, as well as an increase in the starting salaries for substitute teachers, Dallas Metro News reported.
Read full storyFree breakfast and lunch for student in Irving
Irving, Texas - In a significant step towards promoting food security and reducing financial strain on families, the Irving Independent School District has unveiled a plan to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students for the 2023-24 academic year, Dallas Metro News confirmed in a recent report.
Read full storyDallas attracts major players: HHM Health, Daiso, Modern Animal are just some of the companies moving to Dallas
Dallas, Texas - The Dallas metropolitan area has been witnessing a notable influx of businesses establishing their headquarters or opening new offices in recent times. Among these is H-E-B, a powerhouse in the grocery sector, Dallas Metro News reported. The corporation has been progressively expanding its North Texas footprint in the past few years, inaugurating several outlets across the region. Even so, numerous other stores are slated for launch by the end of this year and into the next.
Read full storyHigher water bills for Collin County residents might come as soon as this fall
Collin County, Texas - Cities like Plano, Allen, and other participants in the North Texas Municipal Water District may experience an estimated 11% surge in the wholesale water rate by October, according to projections from the utility service provider, as reported by Dallas Metro News.
Read full storyRegional transportation council gears up for decision on $5.3 million for Dallas Silver Line Rail Project
Dallas, Texas - The Regional Transportation Council of North Central Texas is preparing for an important meeting on July 13th to discuss federal funding allocations, amidst ongoing deliberations. The agenda includes the potential endorsement of $5.3 million for the Silver Line Regional Rail Project in Dallas, Dallas Metro News reported.
Read full storyStay informed: Frisco ISD provides resources for school zone updates
Frisco, Texas - The Frisco Independent School District (FISD) has announced significant changes to its low-speed school zones, slated to take effect with the start of the new school year in August, aiming to improve and update current regulations.
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