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Sep 27 2019, Shirley Jinkins

Arlington creek project will sacrifice mature trees, homeowner says

Tammie Carson faces losing her backyard haven, including nine mature trees and parts of her deck, due to Arlington’s Kee Branch creek restructuring, affecting 73 homes by removing 240 trees to combat erosion. Opinions on the plan are mixed, with ecological concerns from residents and support for improved drainage from city officials.
Sep 24 2019, Valerie Villarreal

Big Spring watchdog named Citizen Scientist of the Year

Dallas environmental advocate Ben Sandifer was named Citizen Scientist of the Year by the Texas Stream Team. Photos courtesy of Ben Sandifer.

Sept. 24, 2019

A local environmental watchdog was recognized by a state-wide water agency for monitoring a Dallas County spring.

Last week, the Texas Stream Team announced that Ben Sandifer had been selected as the 2019 Citizen Scientist of the Year. 

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Sep 20 2019, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Birds in steep decline since 1970s

Since the 1970s, North American bird populations have decreased by 3 billion due to habitat loss and industrial agriculture, according to a study led by Ken Rosenberg. The decline affects various species, except waterfowl, but conservation efforts could reverse this trend, emphasizing individual and large-scale actions.
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Sep 19 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Homeowners fight concrete plant planned in Tarrant County

Tarrant County residents, supported by Mansfield officials, oppose a proposed concrete plant due to pollution concerns. They’re preparing for a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality hearing and have raised funds for legal fees. Residents fear health impacts, and local representatives argue the plant belongs in an industrial, not residential, area.
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Sep 18 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Dallas artist rescues castoff hubcaps

Dallas artist Sharon Zigrossi transforms castoff hubcaps into art, embellishing them with found objects to create vibrant designs. Her work, sold under "Blooming Hub Caps," uses discarded materials, reflecting her love for recycling. She also hosts workshops, sharing her meditative creative process with others.
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Sep 17 2019, JOHN KENT

New Allen STEAM center promotes environmental ed

Allen ISD's new STEAM Center, designed by VLK Architects, integrates arts into STEM education with indoor-outdoor learning spaces, sustainable design, and innovative facilities, promoting environmental education. It addresses a national STEM skills gap and offers diverse classes and real-world experiences, including ecological zones and a living laboratory pond.
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Sep 17 2019, MINNIE PAYNE

Audubon Texas says climate change impacting birds

Audubon Texas is launching a Clean Energy Future Campaign to address climate change impacts on birds by transitioning to clean energy in DFW. Events in Dallas (Sept. 18) and Fort Worth (Sept. 24) aim to recruit volunteers from all demographics to support clean energy initiatives and habitat preservation efforts.
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Sep 11 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

City of Dallas seeks input on climate plan at public meetings

Dallas invites residents to six public meetings between Sept. 17 and Oct. 3 for input on a Climate Action Plan. The city hired AECOM to develop the plan. An online survey will be available Sept. 17-Oct. 27 for further feedback. Contact Susan Alvarez or Brittany Hailey for more information.
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Sep 11 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Austin-based Montopolis to headline GSDFW Awards

At the 8th annual Green Source DFW Sustainable Leadership Awards on Nov. 14 at the Dallas Arboretum, Austin-based Montopolis will headline, performing "The Legend of Big Bend." The event celebrates North Texas green heroes, featuring awards, music, and a video tribute to Big Bend National Park.
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Sep 05 2019, MINNIE PAYNE

Green donations go farther on North Texas Giving Day

On Sept. 19, North Texas Giving Day amplifies donations to over 3,000 nonprofits, including environmental and animal welfare groups. Donors can preschedule gifts from Sept. 9, with all contributions eligible for bonus funds. Communities Foundation of Texas governs the event, featuring Dirk and Jessica Nowitzki as honorary chairs.