Barbara Kessler

CENTRAL TEXAS REPORTER

Barbara Kessler is an Austin freelance writer, government communications professional and former staff writer for The Dallas Morning News. She is a committed foodie and nature lover who also previously managed a syndicated news service for TV stations focused on environmental and green living issues.

By Barbara Kessler

Feb 22 2016, BARBARA KESSLER

Austin-based TreeHouse to bring premium green home improvement products to Dallas

Austin-based TreeHouse will open its second store in north Dallas in early 2017.

Feb. 22, 2016

TreeHouse, the eco-minded home improvement store that is coming to Dallas in early 2017, will showcase a panoply of high-performance, energy-efficient and elegantly designed products, including premium brands that will be breaking new ground in the Dallas-Fort Worth market.

Feb 07 2016, BARBARA KESSLER

New Tesla Supercharger in Denton is first for North Texas

A new Tesla Supercharger station opened on January 30 in Denton, Texas, marking the first in North Texas. The four-bay station enables Tesla owners to quickly charge their vehicles, promoting EV infrastructure and clean energy while supporting road trips. North Texas leads the state in EV adoption, and this station aids regional travel and emission reductions.

Jan 05 2016, BARBARA KESSLER

Alton Bowman’s 30-year fight to save trees in Flower Mound

Alton Bowman, a master furniture maker with a deep respect for trees, led a 30-year fight to protect Flower Mound's tree canopy amid rapid development. He helped establish the city's tree board, which influenced tree preservation and challenged exemptions that undermined conservation efforts.

Nov 30 2014, BARBARA KESSLER

Container Store cofounder Garrett Boone backing green home improvement store

Dallas entrepreneur Garrett Boone is the principle investor in TreeHouse, a green home improvement store that opened in Austin in 2011. Photo courtesy of JetsonGreen.com.

Dec. 1, 2014

May 08 2014, BARBARA KESSLER

Turf Talk: Experts say North Texas lawns need to change

Bill Neiman, owner of Native American Seed, at his seed-cleaning facility in Junction. The former Flower Mound resident became an advocate for landscaping with Texas natives while operating a nursery in Argyle. Courtesy of Callie Richmond/Texas Tribune.