MARK FADDEN

Colleyville-based writer Mark Fadden has been a scribbler for nearly 20 years and has covered everything from the state of jobs and careers in Fort Worth to unique spirits that might bring a little respite to the end of a stressful week. When he’s not writing about the news and events that shape our lives here in North Texas, you can find him struggling to keep up with his two strapping teenage boys, trying to keep his wife of 21 years happy (sustainably, of course) and separating out the non-recyclable plastic that the three people mentioned above keep throwing in the recycling bin.

By MARK FADDEN

Jun 23 2023, MARK FADDEN

EPA Brownfields grant funds Fort Worth asbestos cleanup

The 2023 EPA Brownfields Cleanup Grant provides $1M for asbestos and contaminant removal from Fort Worth Convention Center. The cleanup, part of a $606M renovation and expansion, precedes arena demolition in 2026, promoting community revitalization and economic growth in Fort Worth.

May 26 2023, MARK FADDEN

Will ‘smart’ gondolas be the next new way to get around DFW?

May 25, 2023

Traffic congestion is a decades-old problem in Dallas-Fort Worth, and it took a Mountain View, California-based company to bring an innovative solution to North Texas — with a brief stop in New Zealand first.

With plans for high speed rail in the Metroplex stalled, a transportation option that most associate with amusement parks and ski resorts is under discussion.

Four DFW cities — Arlington, Dallas, DeSoto and Plano — have expressed interested in pursuing gondola-style mobility networks to address their growing traffic congestion issues.

May 18 2023, MARK FADDEN

Colleyville residents gear up for round 2 to save native forest

Colleyville residents are fighting a renewed proposal to develop a historic Cross Timbers forest containing nearly 1,000 trees, some up to 200 years old. Despite initial success in halting development plans, rezoning was approved, prompting concerns over tree preservation and environmental impact. The city council will consider the proposal further in June. =

Feb 04 2023, MARK FADDEN

Colleyville residents rally to save scrap of native forest

Colleyville residents, led by Tim Waterworth, are opposing a Southlake developer's plan to clear 14 acres of native Cross Timbers forest for luxury homes. This historic forest, crucial for its environmental benefits and heritage, faces development despite community efforts, including opposition letters and council hearings.

Jan 12 2023, MARK FADDEN

New Fort Worth City Hall to repurpose 20-story high-rise

Fort Worth's new city hall will consolidate 22 departments into a repurposed 20-story building, emphasizing sustainability with LEED certification, advanced energy, lighting, and water management systems, and native landscaping. The initiative will save costs, vacate numerous properties, and exemplify efficient service delivery. Completion is expected by early 2024.

Oct 21 2022, MARK FADDEN

DFW vs DAL: Which airport is greenest?

DFW and DAL airports in North Texas are rivaled for sustainability. DFW, a major economic engine, achieved carbon neutrality and targets net zero carbon by 2030 through renewable energy and efficient operations. DAL, while smaller, emphasizes urban sustainability with LEED certification, EV initiatives, and recycling programs.