Northeast Tarrant

H-E-B Happenings

Ramp closures and traffic switches are commonplace along the Midtown Express project in Euless.
Ramp closures and traffic switches are commonplace along the Midtown Express project in Euless. Star-Telegram archives

Midtown Express update: Closures coming

More closures are coming along the Midtown Express reconstruction in Euless, including:

  • April 18 to May 2: The U-turns for eastbound and westbound Texas 183 at Ector Drive will be closed.
  • April 21 to May 5: From 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily, the westbound Texas 183 exit ramp to Industrial Boulevard will be closed.
  • April 22: From 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., the eastbound Texas 183 frontage road at Ector Drive and Industrial Boulevard will switch to a new traffic pattern.

The project, which will widen and increase capacity for Texas 183 from Euless to Interstate 35E in Dallas, is expected to continue for two years.

More information at drivemidtown.com.

Bedford Artsfront opens Saturday at Central Plaza

An art exhibit will open Saturday at unused storefronts at Bedford Central Plaza, southwest corner of Central Drive and Harwood Road.

The opening of the exhibit at Bedford Artsfront will be from 3 to 7 p.m.

The free event, sponsored by Crazy Cowboy restaurant and the Bedford Cultural Commission, will feature live music featured by local performers, artisan shopping and more.

Information: 817-952-2317.

Rape self-defense classes taught by Euless police

The second of four self-defense classes for women is from 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesday with more classes scheduled for April 20 and 27.

Taught by the Euless Police Department, the Rape Aggression Defense class includes verbal instruction, the teaching of defensive techniques and a practical exercise.

The classes are being held at the Police Department, 1102 W. Euless Blvd.

Information: 817-685-1686 or jgordon@eulesstx.gov.

This story was originally published April 13, 2016 at 1:33 PM with the headline "H-E-B Happenings."

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