The Constellation of Living Memorials’ inaugural symposium is set for Dec. 2 in Dallas. The Dallas-based nonprofit hopes to encourage thought leaders across the state to transform forgotten historic cemeteries into beautiful native landscapes and places of respite.

GrowOn at AGFarm in Bryan, Texas, started by Sharon Wells in 2013, grows fresh produce using aquaponics while empowering individuals with disabilities through volunteer work. The farm, operating sustainably without synthetic chemicals, sells produce directly and trains volunteers in various skills to foster mental and physical growth.

Fort Worth City Council members accepted a $12,000 donation from the nonprofit Fort Worth Mountain Bikers Association to fund the installation of security lights along the mountain bike trail that circles North Z. Boaz Park. The group, which seeks to advocate for and sustain Fort Worth-area trails, developed the park’s 4-mile trail in April 2023.

A homeowner reconsidered new carpeting due to VOCs and other harmful chemicals. Experts recommended natural fiber carpets and advised checking labels for lower emissions.