North Texas tornadoes good news for boom-and-bust storm shelter industry

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Brandon Wade / Special to the S-T

Storm shelter installers are working overtime as tornadoes revive business for industry that goes quiet with the weather.

May 15 storm damage in North Texas estimated at $250 million

Insurers have received as many claims for hail damage as for tornado damage from storms that hit six counties.

Voters to decide on new reverse mortgage option for seniors

A change in the law would allow seniors to use reverse mortgages to buy another home.

U.S. trustee again challenges proposed severance for AMR’s CEO

The U.S. trustee says AMR’s reorganization disclosure statement should not be approved June 4 because the severance pay violates the bankruptcy code.

Railroad Commission approves new standards for well construction

New rules are aimed at preventing groundwater contamination during the hydraulic fracturing process.

Equity firm eyes Saks, may seek a merger with Neiman’s

KKR, the private equity firm run by Henry Kravis and George Roberts, is weighing an investment in Saks Inc. and may seek a merger with rival Neiman Marcus Group, people with knowledge of the matter said.

Shlachter, Nishimura & Baker

Huggins Honda starts expansion on new facility in North Richland Hills

It’s never easy dealing with a highway expansion in your front yard, but the folks at the automobile dealership can now at least look forward to some of their own construction.

The Savvy Consumer

Retirement often comes earlier than planned, survey shows

A recent survey by the Employee Benefit Research Institute showed that almost half the respondents retired earlier than expected over a health issue or job loss.

Sandra Baker

Fort Worth-Arlington home prices rise nearly 11 percent in March

Mama’s Pizza headed to The Venue in North Richland Hills

Cliburn Competition, day two

Cliburn Competition, day two

The 2013 Cliburn Piano Competition continued Saturday.

Diva Dash

Diva Dash

Diva Dash, a 5k obstacle run to benefit the Women's Center and Play Like a Girl in Fort Worth.

Crowne Plaza Colonial May 25

Crowne Plaza Colonial May 25

Golfers go off two tees to try to beat weather Saturday.



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