The South Area – where historic, stately structures remain and businesses churn – is home to an eclectic, multi-cultural population and an equally diverse business community. It includes the thriving hospital district and the nationally renowned Fort Worth Zoo, along with several manufacturing and distribution facilities along the I-35 corridor. During the past decade, the near south area has seen a strong revitalization of mixed housing, commercial, and industrial property. Finally, with Texas Christian University. Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Tarrant County College South Campus, it is a hotbed of higher education offerings.

Nonna Tata Italian Restauraunt on Magnolia Avenue.

The "Southside Herd" by Johnny Pate.

In the Spotlight

Ken Roberts is the marketing communications manager for Freese and Nichols, Inc., a Fort Worth-based engineering, architecture and environmental science consulting firm, Founded in Fort Worth in 1894, Freese and Nichols has offices across the state of Texas.

Ken is a 1985 graduate of TCU where he majored in journalism and minored in business administration. He was a member of Kappa Tau Alpha, the National Honor Society for the top 10 percent of journalism students in the United States based on academic standing. He and his wife, Le Ann, have a 10-year-old daughter. In addition to his volunteer activities for the Chamber, Ken is active in his church and is the Immediate Past President of the Fort Worth Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators.
“It is an honor to chair the Fort Worth Chamber’s South Area Council. My family lives on the South Side and both my wife and I are employed by Chamber members located within the South Area Council’s boundaries. The South Area encompasses a wonderful mix of historic Fort Worth businesses and new ventures – all important to the continued growth and vibrancy of our City. Please join us as we work with the Chamber of Commerce to advance one of America’s great cities.”

Information

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South Hills High School

 

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In the News

South Hills High School Round Table Discussion

Fort Worth Chamber's South Area Council Board

The South Area Council Board had a round table discussion with 60 juniors and seniors at South Hills High School. This is the board just before the session started – getting ready to talk to about 8 students for about 10 minutes and then rotating so that everyone on the board had a chance to visit with all the students. The board shared their college experiences and professional experiences with the students. The goal was to encourage each and every one to finish high school and attend college. Some of the seniors had already been accepted to colleges. I don’t know who enjoyed it the most – the kids or the board. This is something the board would like to make happen each semester going forward.

For more information contact:
Pennie Blossom
Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce
817-336-2491 Ext. 267