Joy Donovan

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

Arlington Home Shines Within Walking Distance to Interlochen’s Holiday Sparkle

By Joy Donovan / April 3, 2026 /

The red brick traditional at 3105 Westwood Dr in Arlington is near the action, but not in the hot middle of the frenzy. Yes, this one-story residence is in the Westwood subdivision, a walkable distance to the Interlochen neighborhood, the one known for its Christmas lights. Lighting up the neighborhood, a decades-long holiday tradition, draws…

This Southlake Garden Tour Only Blooms Every Other Year — and It’s Back May 17

By Joy Donovan / March 31, 2026 /

Anyone who loves to garden might find North Texas is a place with its, ahem, challenges. “I’ve gardened everywhere, and Texas is the hardest place to garden,” said master gardener Sian Rees. A native of Toronto, Canada, she has also lived in other states and found gardening more than a little easier elsewhere. The situation,…

Front Porch Charm and Backyard Spa Define This 1940 McKinney Home

By Joy Donovan / March 27, 2026 /

It’s a good thing the house at 1304 W. Hunt St. has space for rocking chairs on its front porch. The home’s next owner might need to rock and think (and rock and think) about all the possibilities for this home just under a mile from historic Downtown McKinney. This 1940 one-story sits on a…

Sun Shines on Ribbon Cutting for Bedford Townhome Project

By Joy Donovan / March 24, 2026 /

The Texas sunshine set the tone last week as city leaders and developers gathered for the ribbon cutting at Parkwood Oaks Townhomes, the newest addition to Bedford’s residential landscape. The celebration at 3800 Harwood Road marked the debut of a $17.5 million project, designed to offer rental options with modern design and amenities. The development…

Century-Old Fairmount House in Fort Worth Comes With a Tiny Bonus

By Joy Donovan / March 20, 2026 /

There was a big celebration recently at 1951 College Ave. in Fort Worth. Food, friends, and cupcakes were involved because this sweet blue house was believed to have turned 100 years old. “It just celebrated its 100th birthday, and it’s still standing,” said Realtor Ashlee White about the listing. “And it’s probably got one of…