Fort Worth, Texas

$7K SNAP Subsidy Helps Cool Off a Texas Home

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Friday, July 23, 2021
Residential Building & Real Estate, Banking, Construction & Property, Professional services, Other Consumer, Philanthropy, Seniors, Other Philanthropy, Fund Raising, Consumer, Finance, Federal Home Loan Banks, Mortgage industry of the United States, Conditioning, Air conditioning, Snap, Science and technology, Technology, Engineering, Veritex Community Bank, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, VERITEX COMMUNITY BANK, THE FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK OF DALLAS

A $7,000 Special Needs Assistance Program (SNAP) subsidy from Veritex Community Bank and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) funded the replacement of his air conditioning unit this spring.

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  • A $7,000 Special Needs Assistance Program (SNAP) subsidy from Veritex Community Bank and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) funded the replacement of his air conditioning unit this spring.
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    Edward Montemayor received a $7,000 SNAP subsidy from Veritex Community Bank and FHLB Dallas to replace his air conditioning unit.
  • The pair reached out for help when the Texas summer heat made the home unbearably hot without a working air conditioning unit.
  • He asked the neighbor about the SNAP subsidy and called Veritex Community Bank to apply.

Valor Mineral Management Welcomes Controller and Revenue Accountants

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
XTO Energy, Farrington, Fort Worth, Texas, Accounting, Texas

FORT WORTH, Texas, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Valor Mineral Management, LLC ("Valor") a mineral management, accounting, back-office and advisory firm based in Fort Worth, Midland and Abilene, Texas, announces the addition of Cathy Ramirez as Controller and Teresa Hathcock and Michelle Farrington as Revenue Accountants.

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  • FORT WORTH, Texas, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Valor Mineral Management, LLC ("Valor") a mineral management, accounting, back-office and advisory firm based in Fort Worth, Midland and Abilene, Texas, announces the addition of Cathy Ramirez as Controller and Teresa Hathcock and Michelle Farrington as Revenue Accountants.
  • "We have continued to expand our clientele roster and as a result, we have added Teresa, Michelle and Cathy to our growing team.
  • Their collective oil and gas accounting experience will be an excellent asset to our team and a great benefit to our clients," said Joseph DeWoody, CEO of Valor Mineral Management and Valor Operator Services .
  • She previously spent 11 years at XTO Energy as an Assistant Senior Revenue Accountant and Assistant Senior Clerks Accounts Distribution.

New Horizons Computer Learning Center Has a New Partner in Dallas-Fort Worth

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Geography of Texas, New Horizons Computer Learning Centers, Dallas, Fort Worth, Texas, Metroplex, DFW, Texas

DALLAS, July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --New Horizons Computer Learning Centers is excited to announce its new franchise location opening, New Horizons Dallas.

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  • DALLAS, July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --New Horizons Computer Learning Centers is excited to announce its new franchise location opening, New Horizons Dallas.
  • New Horizons has partnered with IT executive Dean Kothiato empower Dallas-Fort Worth individuals and organizations with end-to-end learning solutions in everything from IT training and business applications to leadership development training.
  • "I am delighted to welcome Dean Kothia,and the team at New Horizons Dallas, as a new franchise serving the Dallas-Fort Worth markets," said Mikell Parsch, President and CEO of New Horizons Computer Learning Centers.
  • To welcome our valued New Horizons customers to New Horizons Dallas, we are extending a special offer to all current and previous New Horizons customers in the DFW Metroplex.

LGI Opens New Section of Homes in Popular Dallas-Fort Worth Community

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Friday, July 16, 2021
Geography of Texas, Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, Texas, LGI Homes, Crowley, Fort Worth, Texas, Dallas

CROWLEY, Texas, July 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LGI Homes, Inc. (NASDAQ: LGIH) today announced the companys return to a highly-coveted community in the Dallas-Fort Worth market, Lasater Ranch .

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  • CROWLEY, Texas, July 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LGI Homes, Inc. (NASDAQ: LGIH) today announced the companys return to a highly-coveted community in the Dallas-Fort Worth market, Lasater Ranch .
  • This premier community in Crowley, Texas, offers homebuyers the opportunity to own a brand-new single-family home in an exceptional location.
  • LGI Homes will construct 145 homes in this community comprised of five of their most popular floor plans.
  • New construction homes in this community range in size from 1,552 sq.

Celebrating The Stories Of Everyday Heroes

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Juneteenth, Unsung, Public holidays in the United States, Opal Lee, Heroes, Texas, American culture

Among these heroes is Opal Lee, the ninety-four-year-old activist and retired educator who became the driving force behind Juneteenth becoming a national holiday.

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  • Among these heroes is Opal Lee, the ninety-four-year-old activist and retired educator who became the driving force behind Juneteenth becoming a national holiday.
  • We're looking forward to continuing this legacy and celebrating the hard-working and deserving educators who sacrificed so much during a difficult time."
  • StoryTerracehas published its first ever 'Unsung Heroes' book that showcases 25 inspiring individuals and commemorates their acts of selflessness during a difficult period in our lives.
  • The Unsung Heroes book is currently available to purchase on Amazon , with prices listed for hardcopy $32.99, paperback $16.99 and e-book $5.99.

Home Sales Dipped 1.2% From May to June, the Largest Late-Spring Decline Since At Least 2012

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Redfin, Austin, Texas, Cities in the United States, Geography of Texas

"Home price growth over the last few months in Austin has been astronomical," said Redfin Austin market manager Jennifer Hoffer.

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  • "Home price growth over the last few months in Austin has been astronomical," said Redfin Austin market manager Jennifer Hoffer.
  • Seasonally-adjusted home sales in June were up 22% from a year earlier, but down 1.2% from May.
  • Compared to June 2020, home sales rose in all but four of the 85 largest metro areas Redfin tracks.
  • Although sales are declining, measures of completed home sales reflected the most competitive market on record in June.

ClubCorp Names New BigShots Golf Chief Operating Officer

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Articles, Business, ClubCorp, Economy, Chief operating officer

DALLAS, July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ClubCorp The World Leader in Private Clubs has appointed TJ Schier as chief operating officer of BigShots Golf , its growing, cutting-edge golf and entertainment concept that features games for all ages, elevated dining and a unique, tech-driven experience.

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  • DALLAS, July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ClubCorp The World Leader in Private Clubs has appointed TJ Schier as chief operating officer of BigShots Golf , its growing, cutting-edge golf and entertainment concept that features games for all ages, elevated dining and a unique, tech-driven experience.
  • As COO of BigShots Golf, Schier will manage operations and lead the company's long-term growth strategy to open multiple, free-standing outdoor BigShots Golf facilities and indoor locations.
  • Since Schier joined BigShots Golf, the company has announced plans for a sixth location in Naples, Florida.
  • Majority-owned by ClubCorp ,BigShots Golfis a techdriven entertainment and culinary experience offering fun for all ages and skill levels.

iSTAR Medical receives U.S. FDA approval to start pivotal trial for MINIject in glaucoma patients

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Medicine, Eye surgery, Clinical medicine, Medical specialties, Glaucoma, Cataract surgery, Implant, Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, Draft:Martin Uram

This study will report on safety and efficacy of MINIject alone, in a procedure not combined with simultaneous cataract surgery.

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  • This study will report on safety and efficacy of MINIject alone, in a procedure not combined with simultaneous cataract surgery.
  • Patients will also be followed to evaluate long-term benefits and tolerability of MINIjectTM in the treatment of mild to moderate glaucoma.
  • Michel Vanbrabant, CEO of iSTAR Medical, commented "We are very pleased that the FDA has granted us approval to bring this innovative technology to North American patients suffering from primary open angle glaucoma in the STAR-V trial.
  • iSTAR Medical SA is a private med-tech company developing minimally invasive ophthalmic implants for the treatment of glaucoma patients.

iSTAR Medical receives U.S. FDA approval to start pivotal trial for MINIject in glaucoma patients

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, July 15, 2021
Medicine, Eye surgery, Clinical medicine, Medical specialties, Glaucoma, Cataract surgery, Implant, Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, Draft:Martin Uram

This study will report on safety and efficacy of MINIject alone, in a procedure not combined with simultaneous cataract surgery.

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  • This study will report on safety and efficacy of MINIject alone, in a procedure not combined with simultaneous cataract surgery.
  • Patients will also be followed to evaluate long-term benefits and tolerability of MINIjectTM in the treatment of mild to moderate glaucoma.
  • Michel Vanbrabant, CEO of iSTAR Medical, commented "We are very pleased that the FDA has granted us approval to bring this innovative technology to North American patients suffering from primary open angle glaucoma in the STAR-V trial.
  • iSTAR Medical SA is a private med-tech company developing minimally invasive ophthalmic implants for the treatment of glaucoma patients.

Fort Worth Opera Announces Historic 75th Anniversary Season

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Fort Worth Opera, Fort Worth, Texas, Texas, Classical music, American culture

Fort Worth, Texas, July 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fort Worth Opera (FWO) proudly announced today repertory, casting, and live performances for its landmark 75th anniversary season.

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  • Fort Worth, Texas, July 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fort Worth Opera (FWO) proudly announced today repertory, casting, and live performances for its landmark 75th anniversary season.
  • In addition to these family friendly operas, Fort Worth Opera is partnering with the Fort Worth Public Library this fall to present the FWO GO Concert Series across the city at various branches, including East Fort Worth, Meadowbrook, and Golden Triangle.
  • This season, as Fort Worth Opera celebrates over seven decades of riveting performances in North Texas, it is only fitting that the company pay homage to the timeless classic that ignited a passion for opera here in Fort Worth seventy-five years ago.
  • Following La Traviata, Fort Worth Operas 75th anniversary season will conclude in May with the FWO Lesley Resident Artist Recital.