Fort Worth Flood Watch, West Nile Concerns, and Community Spirit Amid the Storm

Good morning, this is Fort Worth Local Pulse for Sunday, July 13th, 2025. We begin the day under a weather alert, as the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, including Fort Worth, remains under a flood watch through 7 p.m. today. Rainfall totals around one to three inches are likely, with certain neighborhoods possibly seeing up to four inches or more. If you’re heading out, especially near the Trinity River or along West 7th Street, remember that flash flooding could impact roads and event plans. Keep an umbrella close and check for cancellations or delays for any outdoor activities. Turning to breaking news from the last 24 hours, local authorities are urging everyone to take extra care after Tarrant County confirmed its first human case of West Nile Virus this season. Officials are asking us to remove standing water around our homes and use mosquito repellent, especially after all this rain. In city government, there’s been recent movement at the Tarrant County Historical Commission, with five new members appointed this week. The new team includes a mix of local party leaders. This could shape how we remember and mark major Fort Worth landmarks going forward. On the economic front, the job market is holding steady, with new business activity making headlines. Permits have been filed for two potential new Chick-fil-A restaurants in town, meaning more jobs and a couple more options for lunch. For those craving something different, the city welcomes a new high-end Mexican spot, Polanco, now open and drawing a crowd for its elegant take on traditional flavors. Real estate continues to hum along, with home prices across Tarrant County up slightly this summer. If you're behind on property taxes, Tarrant County officials are reminding homeowners that payment plan applications are still being accepted. Our local scene is buzzing with community spirit this weekend. The Fort Worth Community Market is back this morning from nine to one at its usual spot—stop by for farm-fresh produce, home-baked goods, and local crafts. If you missed yesterday’s PARD-y in the Park at Rosemont Park, there’s more summer fun ahead. Check the city website for a full calendar of upcoming events. Trinity Metro is also continuing its popular Storytime Trains, offering a family-friendly way to ride and read across town. On the school front, Fort Worth ISD summer programs just wrapped up, with several local high school students recognized at the state level for academic and sports achievements. Congratulations to the North Side High School baseball team, who advanced further in the playoffs than any year in the past decade. In sports, local fans are gearing up for the Texas Rangers’ home stand at Globe Life Field, with plenty of Fort Worth fans making the trip across the Metroplex. And in music news, Wet Leg's much anticipated concert is just a week away, part of a busy July for live shows and festivals across town. Public safety is always top of mind. Police responded to a hand This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.