Joy Donovan

Joy Donovan is a contributing writer for CandysDirt.com covering the Midcities and Fort Worth.

Historic Fort Worth Names 7 Sites to Endangered Places List

By Joy Donovan / May 19, 2024 /

Historic Fort Worth announced seven sites made its Most Endangered List last week, spotlighting Tarrant County sites that need protection.  “Except for two years off during COVID, Historic Fort Worth has produced endangered lists since 2004,” said the organization’s executive director Jerre Tracy. “The conversations these lists create can change the game for a compromised…

Fort Worth’s 76104 ZIP Code is Getting Zippier Near Downtown, Hospital District

By Joy Donovan / May 14, 2024 /

The 76104 ZIP Code hasn’t always been one of the hottest ZIP Codes in Tarrant County, but watch this space. “Honestly, I think that area has been rougher,in the past, but the lots are cheaper in 76105 and 76104,” said Realtor Diana Flores with Swingle + Co. Realty. “Now that whole area is being gentrified.”…

Answer to Stress? Add a Little Water With This Weatherford Townhome

By Joy Donovan / May 10, 2024 /

Wars, traffic, elections, school tests, bosses, lost luggage, plumbing problems, a misbehaving dog — life can be all kinds of stressful! A water view is one scientifically recommended way to calm down. Not to add any more stress, a home with a water view can often come with a hefty price tag. Well, here’s an…

Fairmount Tour of Historic Homes Makes Convert Out of a Renter

By Joy Donovan / May 9, 2024 /

This year’s director of the 42nd Fairmount Tour of Historic Homes has become evangelical about the annual Mother’s Day weekend event, to be held this year from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, May 11-12. “I’ve learned how important the historic nature of the neighborhood is,” said Kelci Cox. “It has been so much…

This Adorable Weatherford Listing Has Curb Appeal Outside, Gorgeous Interiors Within

By Joy Donovan / May 7, 2024 /

Darling, adorable house alert! The curb appeal just radiates from this Weatherford home. White painted brick, a stretch of green grass, a welcoming front porch, flower-filled window boxes, and an American flag. Stop the car and just stare at this one. The inside matches the obvious curb appeal from the outside. Over the past three…