Does anyone know?

We just purchased a home close to the corner of May Street and Allen.  There is a large parking area behind the house that probably belongs to JPS.  We remodeled the house and have it rented out at present. Are there plans to buy more property?  I am thinking they are talking about turning...

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TCEQ taking YOUR land

Only in Texas....TCEQ grants permit to take land for private developer despite judge's rul...

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Grand jury indicts Attorney General Ken Paxton

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NEVER underestimate, or judge a book by its cover...

How a Blogging Mechanic Helped Take Down Richardson's Ma...

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What's the difference in Dallas and Fort Worth?

There is none!Basic Dallas Dilemma Is Still Whether to Fix the Toilet or Park a BMW Out FrontTwo recent city documents to call to your attention: 1) showing that we have spent almost $610 million so far on the Trinity River project, which is mainly unbuilt, and 2) showing that we need to spend $121...

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Well, that was dumb

By the End of the Year, DFW Won’t Have Any Environmental Reporters — Downwinders at R...

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More Tarrant County Money

(Note - while this is from a Republican group, be advised, it is yet another nonpartisan Tarrant county issue!)Texans are fed up with politicians who refuse to listen. Unfortunately it’s happening locally in Tarrant County.The county commissioners’ court hopes to ram through a $809 million debt deal...

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JPS Bond Alert Meetings to Attend

The District is seeking comments and input on the proposed plan from the general public. Five Town Hall Meetings are scheduled throughout the county for the convenience of interested residents.From Commissioner Andy Nguyen..."Tarrant County Hospital District (aka John Peter Smith Hospital Network -...

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Psst - Hey, Dallas. You're still downstream

The Dallas Observer is writing about their Trinity River project again and about the complete ineptness of the US Corp of Engineers (aka the same people who built the levees in New Orleans). Jim Schutze is having a hard time getting the flood number for the Corp.  Maybe he should ask the NCTCOG...

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Alligator at Panther Island Pavilion

Apparently, Tarrant County Alligators didn't get the memo.Croc In The Ri...

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Speaking of Fracking

We have a new hero. 92 year old Violet Palmer was arrested in Denton this week for protesting. WHAT was she protesting?  The fact that Denton citizens voted to ban fracking, then so called “conservative” Austin politicians took that right away with HB40.  The same politicians who take loads...

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No fracking joke

WFAA.com reports on the fracking blowout in Arlington and the “unacceptable behavior” by the company who should be responsible for it. Arlington officials report on fracking fluid blowoutVoter/buyer/citizen beware.And if you ever want to know what goes on “behind the walls” at a drill site, see the...

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What say YOU?

You Make the Call...Cronyism or N...

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And Texans say Californians are soft…

At least they are trying to clean up their Water Board.  WHAT are YOU doing Tarrant County?"The legislation, which now goes to the governor, would bar elected water board members throughout California from accepting campaign contributions of more than $250 from donors with business pending before...

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WHAT is going on in Arlington?

Another example of another woman, sacrificing her time, in her community to make a difference.  Instead of praising her or her accomplishments, they are labeling her as 'disruptive'.  Says WHO? With what proof? Don't fall for the BS, instead, Arlington residents should ask WHY a productive...

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YOU are invited

1985 - 2015CELEBRATING 30 YEARS ADVOCATING ON BEHALF OF ALL OF FORT WORTH'S NEIGHBORHOODS  Please join us for the quarterly League General Membership Meeting Thursday, June 11, 2015 6:30 p.m. University Christian Church 2720 South University Drive Room 205Program:  "Impact of...

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“Fort Worth looks at new ways to deal with flooding”

That’s the title of the WFAA.com story, about which we all know is BS. Mayor Betsy Price says an updated plan is overdue, as showcased by the past few weeks.Fort Worth doesn’t look at fixing flooding issues, if you’ve been following along on the blog, you know, if Nothing is ever done, it just gets...

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Mary says...

Devastated!We lost the TRWD electi...

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Lone Star says...

God Bless Allen Patterson.And his many friends...The first ever Allen Patterson award...

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Heads up, Denton!

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We gave you more credit than that…

We had no idea just how full of sheep Fort Worth was.  Nor how cheap Water Board seats and people could be.We noticed Jim Lane talked about getting the Cats back playing ball in his victory speech.  He didn’t mention anything about any of you being underwater, literally.  Or that he used...

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TWO FORT WORTH LEADERS SPEAK OUT!

Before you vote tomorrow you need to hear what Don Woodard and Steve Hollern have to say about the TRWD Board Election.Go to the Durango blog to read Two Fort Worth Leader's TRWD Board Election Voter Adviso...

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VOTE!

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SATURDAY! Don't be scared...

“Fear is the last refuge of Incumbents.” – Don Woodard“If you don’t vote for us you’ll be drinking toilet water with grave robbers!’ – The IncumbentsVOTE FOR FRESH IDEAS! FRESH WATER!CRAIG BICKLEY & MICHELE VON LUCKN...

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Did the TRWD Just Lie to Voters?? Again??

End the insanity. Vote Craig Bickley and Michele Von Luckner on Saturday.TRWD, Jim Lane and Marty Leonard Attempt to Fool Voters with False StatementsIntegrated Pipeline has NOT received SWIFT FundingTarrant County, Texas (May 7, 2015) – “The Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD) has once again attempted...

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Blake Woodard says...

Fellow Fort Worth citizens:I invite you to participate in a historic moment for our city. A sea change – or more appropriately, a lake change – is coming to Fort Worth on May 9 in the Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD) election. This change is long overdue.You’ve found the flyers on your door or in your mailbox, or perhaps you’ve seen the ads in the Star-Telegram, with Mayor Betsy Price and former...

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Mary Kelleher says.....

Dear Friends,Thank you again for taking the time to read my story and for your phone calls, e-mails, and most of all your support! I’m so blessed!!Most of you were surprised I answered the phone, which says a lot about the sorry state of our political world. I really enjoyed the opportunity to get to...

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Well, they got one right

Editorial: Business Press backs Bickley and Annis for water board se...

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Monty says.....

"I remain perplexed about why the incumbents are so obsessed with my support of the challengers in the TRWD election, especially considering that the incumbents have the financial support of 5 Dallas billionaires and a few Fort Worth ones too. Instead of these strange, obviously erroneous assertions...

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Clyde says....

In a Letter to the Editor in the Star-Telegram--Buying water board?Something is wrong with this picture!Item: The Tarrant Regional Water District with its subordinate Trinity River Vision Authority bought a 37.679-acre parcel near LaGrave Field for $16 million, ostensibly for flood control. The full...

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Woodard says....

Dozens of citizens lost their property to the Trinity River Boondoggle. They had the will to preserve their property but did not have the wherewithal to continue the fight.Eminent Domain! It’s been around a very long time. Its use is recorded in the Bible in the story of Ahab and Jezebel, who coveted...

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You are Invited

An invitation from the Fort Worth Business Press--As a newspaper, we are trying to separate fact from fiction, both with our news coverage and by arranging a public forum featuring the water board candidates. The forum will be held at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 29, at the Central Library in downtown...

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See you Saturday at Prairie Fest on the Tandy HIlls

Prairie to the People!This Saturday, April 25, the 10th Anniversary of Prairie Fest takes place on Fort Worth's Tandy Hills.Exit I-30 at Beach Street or Oakland Boulevard and follow the signs pointing the way to the best celebration of the natural world in North Texas.Music, exhibits, food, fun.Details...

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Real people, real letters

The Fort Worth Star-Telegram printed letters from THE PEOPLE with a point.  Surprise!The Tarrant Regional Water District has delivered its “annual report,” a slick, taxpayer-funded mailer supporting challenged incumbents. It contains not a word on Panther Island, which consumes most of the district’s...

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The Water Board Stinks - Part 2

Insanity - Doing the same thing and expecting different results.Back in 2013 when there was a Tarrant Regional Water District election, one of the incumbents friends told you to "hold your nose and vote for them". Seems that phrase is back in the "news" for the current incumbents, via a letter to the...

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Wait! Didn't THEY say that was a bad thing??

Mayor Betsy Price and other past their prime has been officials for years have been jumping up and down shouting and pointing fingers at those running for seats on the Tarrant Regional Water District board.They try to use the straw man tactic that the evil Dallas Boogeyman wants YOUR water!  They...

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What will YOUR mark be?

We recently received the sad news that our fellow blogger, The Whited Sepulchre, was ill and the prognosis grim. It's weighed heavy on our hearts as he isn't just a fellow blogger, he's a dear friend to Texas Lone Star. If you don't know him, you're missing out. Tarrant County is a better place because...

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Water Boarding at its Best

We can't decide which we like more, Durango's take, the cartoon or the comment...Craig Bickley Does Not Believe In The Dallas Bogeyman But He Does Know Who The Lawn Whisperer...

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FWLNA Meeting

Last night's Fort Worth League of Neighborhoods meeting was so interesting.  It's the first time we've seen all 5 TRWD candidates in one place, due to it being the first time we've seen the incumbents out among THE PEOPLE.  They are usually in hiding, or only attending expensive events on...

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Yoohoo, District 2!

Fort Worth City Council finally has a good candidate!  Steve Thorton a financial planner AND a 28 year Fort Worth firefighter is ready to take his seat.Someone who can bring financial planning to the district?  Who has actually held a job for the city IN the district?YES!!!!Finally - Out with...

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Fort Worth City Council District 5

Here's your candidate, Bob Willoughby.  We don't know a lot about him, all we know is from the mailers we received, "YOUR" current council member sold to the highest bidder.You gotta pay to play, it's the Fort Worth Way.  Fix the Fort Worth Way in May!!Vote May 9...

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Fort Worth Council District 8

Meet the challanger to the Fort Worth Way, Sharon Mason Ford!!VOTE May 9th!!FW for THE PEOP...

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The question of the day is...

Does Jim Lane not know where the water district is??We've received numerous emails since his sign went up last night in Haltom City (on the way in to Watauga). Neither are in the water district.  Nor is there a polling place nearby.We can't answer for him but we can tell you those who can't vote,...

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Thursday: Hear TRWD board candidates & water conservation program

TRWD Board Candidates: Top row, left to right: KeithAnnis, Jim Lane, Craig BickleyBottom row, left to right: Marty Leonard, MicheleVon LucknerPlease join us on Thursday, April 9, 2015, 6:30 p.m., Room 207University Christian Church2720 So. University DriveFort Worth, TexasCome hear the candidates for...

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Woodard says...

No, not that Woodard.  This time we hear from his son, Blake Woodard.Seems he doesn't care much for the water board incumbents and their wasteful ways either.VOTE FOR CRAIG BICKLEY and MICHELE VON LUCKNER!  Bring some sanity to the insane Tarrant Regional Water District.By the way, how much...

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Fort Worth Sell Outs

Remember way back in the day, when Tommy Lee Jones told you to "Get behind the Barnett Shale"?  His face was plastered on billboards and buses all over town...Remember who the mayor was then, that sold Fort Worth down the river to the drillers?  In case you forgot, it was Mike Moncrief.  We've...

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Name your "Price"

 Two short years ago a new councilperson was elected to serve the east side of Fort Worth.She was elected because the voters were tired of not being represented by their representative.These voters worked day and night to get this person elected because she promised to represent THEIR interests.How...

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