The stitching post: Grapevine girl leads effort for a colorful reading area at the Bedford library
‘I like helping people out,’ says seventh-grader Anya Ali.
Anya Ali, 12, spearheaded a project to decorate a tree trunk with crochet for a new reading area at the Bedford Public Library. The project includes a sitting area and painted-rock decorations.(Ben Torres / Special Contributor)
6:00 AM on Jun 2, 2021 CDT
A festive new reading area on the grounds of the Bedford Public Library owes its existence to a 12-year-old girl who wants to spread joy.
The charming spot features a bench encircling a tree wrapped in colorful hand-crocheted patchwork. Brightly painted rocks with inspirational messages adorn the area.
Bedford locked water meters years ago. Now officials are reversing that decision
Fort Worth Star-Telegram 2/20/2021 Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Feb. 20 BEDFORD The winter storm that caused power outages and burst pipes brought unintended consequences to Bedford as people couldn t shut off their water because their meters were locked.
But city officials said it s time to change that.
Mayor Michael Boyter said that several years ago, Bedford installed smart meters, and public works officials advised the city council that water meters should be locked to prevent damage to the more expensive digital equipment. There were unintended consequences to that decision, Boyter said.