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Whole foods diet creates 'super' employees, says DFW firm

TS Wellness, founded in 2018 by David Sholkoff and Patricia Thomson, aims to improve health and corporate productivity through better nutrition. They promote plant-based diets for their health and environmental benefits, offering services like wellness programs and cooking demonstrations to combat obesity and reduce healthcare costs.

Texas coal plants leaching toxins into groundwater, report says

Texas coal plants are contaminating groundwater with pollutants like arsenic and cobalt from coal ash, a report by the Environmental Integrity Project warns. Most disposal sites lack proper lining to prevent leakage, and contamination exceeds federal health benchmarks, posing risks to human health and the environment.

Green Source DFW offers advertising opportunities

Get your message to green-leaning readers on GreenSourceDFW.org. Green Source DFW is opening up space on its website to businesses and nonprofits that want to reach a greener audience.

EarthX announces new Chief Executive Officer

EarthX has appointed Tony Keane as CEO to lead its expansion for its 10th year. Keane, with a strong background in sustainable facility management, is expected to enhance EarthX’s impact. EarthX founder Trammell S. Crow emphasizes the strategic choice of Keane's business expertise over activism.

South Dallas Superfund site awaits EPA action

The former Lane Plating Works at 5322 Bonnie View Road in Dallas was declared a Superfund site in May. Photo courtesy of Googlemaps.

Jan. 15, 2019

Olinka Green’s broad, smiling face darkens to a frown, when the subject of the old Lane Plating plant in her southern Dallas neighborhood comes up. 

'Green Army' commander to speak in Dallas

Lt. General Russel L. Honoré, renowned for his leadership post-Hurricane Katrina, will visit Dallas on Feb. 13-15 to address environmental justice issues. Hosted by the Dallas Environmental Justice Network, Honoré will engage with local leaders, tour affected neighborhoods, and speak publicly.

Paint Rock serves as earthy backdrop for Winter Solstice

A sun dagger crosses an ancient turtle shield pictograph on Winter Solstice in Concho County. Photo by Steve Schiwetz.

Jan. 9, 2019

The two buffalo stand like statues along the ranch road to the Paint Rock pictographs. We idle next to the two huge pasture pets, so still we can hear their deep rumbly breathing — a good omen for Winter Solstice. 

Gardening class aimed at North Texas newbies

The Newcomer’s Guide to Gardening in North Texas, hosted by McKinney and partners, offers free expert advice on gardening challenges like fire ants, clay soil, and erratic weather. Scheduled for January 12, it features six presentations by horticultural professionals aimed at North Texas gardening newcomers.