Good morning, this is Fort Worth Local Pulse for Saturday, December 21, 2024. We're starting off the day with some festive news. If you're looking for something fun to do today, head over to the Artison Circle Street Festival. From 11 AM to 6 PM, you can experience the magic with live reindeer, photos with Santa, and a performance by the Texas Girls Choir. Artison Circle is located at University Drive and W. 7th Street, so mark your calendars and bring the family.In job market news, Fort Worth continues to see steady growth, particularly in the tech and healthcare sectors. The city added approximately 75,000 jobs in the last 12 months, growing at a rate of 1.7% compared to a year earlier. Major employers like Lockheed Martin and Texas Health Resources are hiring for various roles, and remote work opportunities are on the rise, with about 35% of workers engaging in remote roles. If you're job hunting, check out local job boards like FortWorthJobs.com and national platforms like Indeed and LinkedIn.Moving on to real estate, while we don't have specific updates on notable property sales or new development projects today, it's worth noting that the city's strategic location and business-friendly environment continue to attract new businesses and residents.From City Hall, a reminder that most city offices, including City Hall, will be closed on Wednesday, December 25, for the Christmas holiday. Emergency services will be available as usual.Looking at the weather, today promises to be a pleasant day with mild temperatures and sunny skies, though it's expected to be chilly in the morning. However, by Christmas Eve, we're expecting rain to move in with scattered storms and heavy downpours, so plan your outdoor activities accordingly.In new business activity, while we don't have specific openings or closings to report today, it's worth mentioning that the new Fort Worth facility for building long-range assault aircraft is expected to create hundreds of new jobs.For upcoming community events, today's Artison Circle Street Festival is a must-visit. Also, keep an eye out for local school achievements and sports results, especially as North Crowley's senior running back Cornelius Warren III and his team aim to make history in the state championship game today.In a feel-good community story, Mercy Clinic in Fort Worth has been providing free medical and dental care to people living in specific zip codes on the south side of Fort Worth, distributing over 27,000 meals in just one year.Finally, in our crime report, four suspects are in custody in Tarrant County facing charges related to multiple crimes, including robbery, murder, and animal cruelty. We urge everyone to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.This has been Fort Worth Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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