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Mar 18 2020, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Oak Cliff Earth Day on hold

Oak Cliff Earth Day, initially slated for April, is on hold due to potential city restrictions. Updates will be provided to vendors and sponsors. Meanwhile, Earth Day features will appear mid-April online. The event may be rescheduled later in the year. Stay safe and green!

Feb 06 2020, JIM DOMKE

Arlington veteran says COVID not canceling annual park cleanup

Angel Carter initiated the Fish Creek Cleanup Challenge after noticing persistent litter at Fish Creek Linear Park in Arlington. Despite COVID-19, the third annual event proceeds on January 30, 2021, adhering to social distancing. In 2020, 800 volunteers participated. Carter emphasizes education and community engagement for effective volunteer recruitment.

Jan 21 2020, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Green Source DFW shares tips on 'Good Morning Texas'

Green Source DFW debuted on Good Morning Texas, featuring reporters Andrea Ridout and Jason Winningham. They showcased 20 Green Tips for 2020, including alternatives to plastic coffee pods and eco-friendly dryer sheets, with host Alanna Sarabia at the WFAA studio in Dallas.

Nov 21 2019, ANDREA RIDOUT

2019 Green Gift Guide for Kids

We’re kicking off our four-part 2019 Green Gift Guide with some ideas for the smallest among us. In this list, we've included innovative Earth-friendly gifts to appeal to youth of all ages. You might even find something for yourself!

Oct 23 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Fort Worth now offers Styrofoam recycling

Fort Worth now recycles Styrofoam, making it the second city in North Texas to do so. Residents must drop off clean, uncontaminated polystyrene at designated stations. While some applaud this effort, others argue that recycling Styrofoam promotes harmful production. The material will be recycled into items like crown molding.

Aug 14 2019, Lara Korte

Plastic bags are killing horses and cows across Texas

Kristie West, who owns a ranch and bed and breakfast in Pleasanton, has worked to raise awareness about the fatal impact plastic bags have on livestock. Photo by Callie Richmond for The Texas Tribune.

From the Texas Tribune

Aug. 14, 2019

Kristie West was driving down the highway in rural South Texas when she saw it.

The drive from her ranch to the nearby town of Poth was usually uneventful. But on that day in 2017, West saw something that made her slam on the brakes of her pickup.

Jul 08 2019, JOHN KENT

Electric buses to link up popular Fort Worth stops

Fort Worth is introducing four zero-emissions battery-electric buses, starting Sept. 22, connecting downtown, the Cultural District, and entertainment areas. This public/private initiative aims to reduce noise and emissions, with funding assistance from community partners and a charging station to support the 150-mile range vehicles.

May 01 2019, Julie Ryan

Local candidates rated ‘green’ by DFW groups

The local chapters of Sierra Club and the Dallas Green Alliance endorsed candidates running in city elections on May 4.

May 1, 2019

Candidates in Dallas’ and Fort Worth’s municipal elections go before voters this Election Day, Saturday - some with endorsements from two prominent environmental groups.

Nineteen aspirants for mayor and city council in Dallas, along with council and county water board in Fort Worth, got green thumbs-ups.

May 01 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Paddlers, runners to pick up trash at Dallas parks

Groundwork Dallas and Trinity Park Conservancy host a canoe clean-up on the Elm Fork of the Trinity River on June 9. The Environmental League of Dallas holds the Trash Dash 5K on May 11 at Harry Moss Park, where runners either exercise or drop litter at stations along the route.

Apr 15 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Skies clear for fifth annual Run for Environment

The fifth annual Green Source DFW Run for the Environment took place on April 15, 2019, with Alberto Trevino winning first place and Karen Benitez as the fastest female. The event, benefiting Green Source DFW, was part of Oak Cliff Earth Day and featured sunny weather at Lake Cliff Park.