TxDOT Adding Medians to Davis Boulevard

Construction is expected to start this month on TxDOT’s raised median project on Davis Boulevard (FM 1938). Aimed at reducing crash rates as traffic volume on the thoroughfare continues to rise, the state project will convert the two-way left-turn lane into a 14-foot-wide raised median, with left-turn lanes at median breaks.

We've been informed that TxDOT's contractor will begin at the north end of the project in Southlake, then move south through Keller and into North Richland Hills, from Southlake Boulevard (FM 1709) to Emerald Hills Way. Drivers should anticipate intermittent interior-lane closures as this project progresses. Construction is estimated to continue through June 2027. To help keep everyone safe, please slow down and watch for workers on Davis Boulevard.

Questions or concerns about this project may be directed to the TxDOT Fort Worth District Office at 817-370-6500 or via TxDOT's website.

City Council Meeting Highlights

Following are highlights from the March 9, 2026, City Council Meeting and Sign Review Board Meeting. Please visit our public meeting portal to view the meeting agendas and videos.

Special Use Permit

The City Council approved a special use permit for 5113 Commercial Drive. This will allow MavTel Global to use the existing building for office, warehouse, manufacturing, and assembly operations. The company, which manufactures custom cable assemblies and wire harnesses, is relocating from Plano to a larger facility in North Richland Hills.

Playground Replacement

The City Council awarded a contract to Whirlix, Inc. to replace the playground equipment at JB Sandlin Park. The existing playground, installed in 2001, can no longer be repaired because replacement parts are unavailable. Manufacture, delivery, and installation of the new equipment will be completed within 70 calendar days after the notice to proceed.

Sign Variance Request

A request for new monument signs on Boulevard 26 at the entrances to Tarrant County College Northeast Campus was denied. The proposed signs exceeded the maximum height of 7 feet tall, with one of them measuring 17 feet tall.

The next City Council Meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 23, 2026.

Pedestrian Safety Improvements Underway

A Safe Routes to School project has begun around Smithfield Middle School. Funded primarily through a federal grant, this project will enhance pedestrian safety within a half-mile radius of the campus. Improvements include new sidewalks, pedestrian ramps, crosswalk striping, and updated signage at multiple locations. A new bicycle parking area will also be added on campus.

The contractor, C. Green Scaping, is starting work on the east side of the project at Crane Road and will move westward. Work closest to the school will take place after summer break begins. The project is expected to take about five months to complete.

R-SPIRIT Award Winner Recognized

Congratulations to Michael Spagnuolo, winner of the City's R-SPIRIT Employee of the Year award! Michael has been part of the City of North Richland Hills team for 14 years and serves as Library Technology Specialist.

Michael’s nomination captures the impact he has on others: "It would be impossible to list the number of times Michael has been praised by patrons, and he always displays patience and kindness with everyone he encounters. He connects with patrons on a personal level, often recommending great reads and enhancing their overall library experience. His integrity, willingness to help, and rare combination of technical mastery and human connection make him an outstanding representative of the City’s R-SPIRIT values.”

We also want to extend a heartfelt congratulations to our two outstanding finalists: Sabrina Markum, Benefits Coordinator (Human Resources), and Jeff Reid, Crew Leader (Public Works Utilities Division). They bring professionalism, dedication and outstanding service in everything they do. Team NRH is proud to serve alongside them.

The R-SPIRIT Award recognizes employees who exemplify our city’s core values of Respect, Service, Productivity, Integrity, Responsibility, Innovation, and Teamwork. Nominations are submitted by city employees, and the winner and finalists are selected by a committee of their peers. We are incredibly proud to have Michael, Sabrina, and Jeff representing the very best of NRH and are thankful for their commitment to our community!

Pictured (left to right) are Mayor Jack McCarty, Sabrina Markum, Michael Spagnuolo, Jeff Reid and City Manager Paulette Hartman.

NRH Library Tops in Texas

The NRH Library has been awarded the Achievement of Library Excellence Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association (TMLDA) for the 11th year in a row.

This recognition is awarded to libraries that demonstrate outstanding service, programming, digital access, literacy support, workforce development, and more. Only 101 of the 516 public libraries in Texas earned this honor for their service in 2025. That puts our library in the top 20% of public libraries in the state!

Thank you to our dedicated library staff, Friends of the Library, and wonderful community for making the NRH Library a place of learning, connection, and growth!

Upcoming Events

🌱Spring Garden Prep

Now's the time to prepare your garden for spring. Attend a free class on Thursday, March 12, at the NRH Library to learn how. The 45-minute class, taught by a Tarrant County Master Gardener, will begin at 5:30 p.m.

🌞 Play Today NRH
Because of the rain last weekend, the March 17 Play Today NRH was rescheduled to this Saturday March 14. Join NRH Parks & Recreation at Linda Spurlock Park, 6400 Glenview Dr. from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. for activities and games. All ages and abilities welcome. 

🧘🏽Free Community Yoga in the Park

Reduce anxiety, alleviate pain, and lower blood pressure while improving flexibility and balance. NRH Centre yoga instructor Stephany Padilla will lead a beginner-friendly yoga class on Saturday, March 14 at 9 a.m. at Linda Spurlock Park. No experience needed—just bring a mat and a willing heart! Please register in advance.

🍀Saint Patrick's Day Party

The NRH Citizens Fire Academy Alumni Association (CFAAA) invites the community to their St. Patrick’s Day Party on Saturday, March 14, from 6 - 10 p.m. at B&B Theatres. Enjoy music, delicious food, cold beer, a silent auction, and plenty of festive fun, all while supporting a great cause. This event benefits the NRH Fire Department Pipes & Drums Honor Guard. Wear your green and come celebrate!

🎨Craft Supply Swap

Do you have leftover craft supplies? The NRH Library is hosting a Craft Supply Swap in The Maker Spot on Saturday, March 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.. Bring your new or gently used craft supplies to trade, chat with fellow crafters, and make great connections.

🎶Celebrating Culture: Western Music with Kristyn Harris

Enjoy a free performance by Kristyn Harris at the NRH Library on Tuesday, March 24, at 6 p.m. A local musical powerhouse who has been named the International Western Music Association Entertainer of the Year six times, Kristyn captivates audiences with her blend of western swing, cowboy songs, and classic country, often infused with hints of big band and folk influences. 

🍿NRH Spring Movie in the Park

Kick off spring with a free family movie night at Green Valley Park, hosted by NRH Parks & Recreation and the Birdville Area Youth Futbol Alliance! On Friday, March 27, they'll be showing the movie The Big Green on the Green Valley soccer fields. Seating starts at 6:30 p.m. and the movie starts at dusk, with concessions and pre-movie fun for all ages.

🐰Pop Up Egg Hunts

NRH Parks & Recreation is hosting pop-up Easter Egg hunts at six park locations on April 1, 2 and 3. The locations will be announced each morning on our website calendar and NRH Parks & Recreation social media accounts. 



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