BIG PARTY FOR ARLINGTON HEIGHTS MASONS THIS THURSDAY
THANKSGIVING POT LUCK TUESDAY NOVEMBER 19
Mark your calendars and loosen your belts for the AHNA Thanksgiving Pot Luck Dinner on Tuesday November 19 at 6:00 p.m. AHNA provides the turkey, fixings and beverages. Neighbors are asked to bring sides and desserts of their choice.
The Turkey Cook Off competition returns again this year. AHNA buys the turkeys and challenges neighborhood chefs to cook them. Please let us know if you’re interested in being an entrant. Contact AHNA President Lori Murray Bosken at president@arlingtonheightsna.com.
As always, this cherished community event takes place at the Fort Worth Firefighters Hall at 3855 Tulsa Way at Crestline Road.
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WEST NILE VIRUS CONFIRMED IN NEIGHBORHOOD
We were informed on October 17 by Tarrant County Public Health (TCPH) there has been a confirmed West Nile Virus (WNV) positive mosquito sample collected from a testing site near 4237 Lafayette Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76107.
It’s extremely important that our community continue to work together to reduce the mosquito population by removing mosquito habitats from their property and remind their neighbors to do the same.
The most effective means of protection, even more than spraying, is to stay focused on the reduction of the mosquito population:
- Please remove all standing water in empty flower pots, pet bowls, outdoor toys, gutters, etc.
- Maintain your swimming pool.
- When you’re outdoors, remember to wear repellent that contains DEET.
- Limit outdoor activities from dusk to dawn, and wear clothing with long sleeves and pants when applicable.
Continued vigilance when it comes to preventing the spread of mosquito viruses in our community is essential.
Since there have been West Nile Virus positive mosquitoes in our neighborhood, the City’s Environmental Services Department officers will be monitoring the area looking for, standing water, litter and debris that could invite mosquitos to breed and nest. You can help by keeping your grass mowed, gutters cleaned, trees trimmed, and dried leaves raked.
If there’s an issue with standing water at a location that is not city property, report it to the City’s Customer Care Center at 817-392-1234.
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HALLOWEEN PARTY THIS FRIDAY AT THOMAS PLACE COMMUNITY CENTER
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PARTY THIS SUNDAY AT CARLETON AVE. FIRE STATION
It’s Fort Worth’s oldest and Arlington Heights’ most beloved fire station. We’re celebrating its 101st birthday this Sunday October 20 from 3 p.m. until 7.p.m. It’s at the corner of Camp Bowie Blvd. and Carleton Ave.
It’s free and has kid-friendly things to do, including a bounce house, face painting and tours of fire trucks. This year there’s a silent auction that includes Dickies Arena tickets, art lessons from House of Neville, and a surprise from The Happy Lark. Great food from Winslow’s, Olivella’s Pizza, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Bluebonnet Bakery, and Curly’s Frozen Custard. Live music, including Texas Girls Choir. Pumpkins from Arlington Heights United Methodist’s Pumpkin Patch. Tour the historic fire station and meet the firemen who put their lives on the line to protect us. Sponsors include Crestline Area Neighborhood Association, Ben E. Keith, Frost Bank, Camp Bowie District, Thomas Place Community Center, Taco Heads, The Happy Lark, Imprint Graphics and Mesman Design. C’mon ya’ll!
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OCTOBER AHNA MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Tuesday October 15, 2024 at 6:30pm
Fort Worth Firefighters Hall
3855 Tulsa Way at Crestline Rd.
Everyone is welcome to attend–bring a friend!
This is the annual membership meeting to vote on the slate of officers for 2025. In order to vote, please check at the front desk that your AHNA membership dues are current.
Neighborhood Patrol Officer Andy Morquecho will give his monthly crime report.
Consumer fraud is on the increase! We’ve invited First Financial Bank representatives Pamela Terry, Haley Snell, and Sandra Martinez to give us a presentation about how to avoid becoming an unwitting victim of fraud. AHNA board member Tom Sisolak will open the discussion by sharing his own personal saga about how he almost became a victim of fraud. Do not miss this informative presentation.
Complimentary snacks and beverages,
courtesy of First Financial Bank.
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GUNFIRE ON CRESTLINE ROAD
Councilwoman Macy Hill emailed to neighbors the following police report that was published on October 1, 2024 about the gunfire incident that occurred in the 4700 block of Crestline Road on the evening of September 30, 2024:
On Monday, 09/30/2024, at approximately 2230 hours, Fort Worth Police Officers responded to a call involving shots being fired in the 4700 block of Crestline Rd. A witness on the scene saw a dark-colored pickup truck driving at a high rate of speed down Crestline Rd.
The witness told officers that they flashed their lights at the vehicle, hoping to get it to slow down. Later, the witness heard multiple gunshots coming from the vehicle as it continued driving Westbound down Crestline Rd. There have been no reports of anyone being shot at or struck by gunfire, nor have there been any reports of houses or cars being stuck by gunfire. Officers checked the area and located multiple shell casings in the road near the location where the shots were heard.
At this time, there is no evidence suggesting that this was a targeted attack or that there is any gang affiliation. Fort Worth has obtained video of a dark-colored pickup truck driving at a high rate of speed and is looking into identifying that truck and its occupants as possible suspects.
Fort Worth Police are actively investigating this incident. If you or anyone you know has any video of the suspect vehicle driving in the area, please contact Detective Vyers #3217. He can be reached by phone at 817-392-4739 or by email at Billy.Vyers@fortworthtexas.gov.
Please note that there will also be increased patrols in the area. As always, please report any suspicious activity to your Neighborhood Patrol Officer.
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