FORT WORTH-Local firm NAI Huff Partners merges with national commercial real estate services firm Transwestern.

NEW ORLEANS-The firm will develop a mixed-use, transit-oriented project dubbed South Market District.

DALLAS-The local developer closes its first deals with Cole Real Estate Investments, generating $51 million for two office assets.

PHOENIX-As it opens new stores and demand for its organic products increases, the chain expands its distribution operations.

GlobeSt.com talks with Heard about how Transwestern fared during the downturn and his expectations for 2011.

SAN ANTONIO-The defense contractor signs a medium-term lease for 32,553 square feet in the East Ramsey complex.

ADDISON, TX-The JV buys three adjacent apartment properties totaling 628 units from Hall Financial Group for an undisclosed price.

FARMERS BRANCH, TX-The home décor and furnishings firm inks a 91-month deal for its corporate HQ, call center and distribution operations.