John Kent

Fort Worth Botanic Garden introduces its first admission fee to address a $1.2 million budget shortfall. Revenue will support maintenance, program restoration, and new initiatives. Reduced and free entry options exist for families, students, and military. Planned improvements include greenhouse upgrades and a tram service.

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.

One million species face extinction due to human activity, with orangutans critically endangered due to palm oil production. Dr. Birute Galdikas urges immediate action, such as avoiding palm oil products and supporting conservation initiatives, to prevent further habitat destruction and save orangutans from extinction.