Dec. 8, 2014

By Julie Thibodeaux

Greenies know they need to shop local but when you’re strapped for time and stumped for ideas, it’s easy to resort to the big box stores. 

Here’s some eco-friendly items found at local green venues to jump start your shopping list.

Local green expert Fran Witte offers her best advice for an eco-friendly holiday. 

Dec. 3, 2014

By Julie Thibodeaux

Bike gear magnets are some of the gift items that Re-Geared staff create using recycled parts at the Grapevine shop. Photos courtesy of Re-Geared.

Nov. 17, 2014

Fort Worth-based Go Green Smokeless Oil International has created a biodegrable nontoxic motor oil. 

Nov. 10, 2014 

By Rita Cook 

Plano residents Ramon and Sandra Guerrero ensure their vineyard in Santa Barbara County, Calif., uses sustainable farming practices. Photos courtesy of Meadowlark Vineyards.

Oct. 22, 2014

By Rita Cook

 
The third annual Greenville Sustainability and Natural Health Fair will be held Oct. 25 in downtown Greenville. Photo courtesy of Terry Jensen.

Oct. 21, 2014

By Marshall Hinsley

The Keller Farmers Market is open every Saturday 8 a.m. to noon through October. Organizers are planning to host classes on sustainable topics during the off-season. Photos courtesy of Keller Farmers Market.  

Oct. 15, 2014

By Julie Thibodeaux

Runners burst out of the starting gate for the Green Source DFW Run for the Environment 5K at Cedar Hill State Park Oct. 11. Photo by Movin' Pictures.

Oct. 13, 2014

Fort Worth native and green blogger Amber Sorrells launched her BeGreenT company last month. Photos courtesy of Amber Sorrells.

Oct. 7, 2014

By Rita Cook 

Dallasite Brent Martin launched his eco-friendly online apparel company Mad Leaf in July.
Photos courtesy of Mad Leaf. 

Oct. 1, 2014 

By Rita Cook