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Culture
“Hats, Bells & Christmas in Cowtown": A Hallmark-style holiday movie, as told by ChatGPT
The world’s largest honky-tonk, the country’s last cowboy hat store, and twinkling lights over Fort Worth? Yep, we’d watch this holiday flick.
December 16, 2025 02:48 PM
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Time to learn: 17 museums in Fort Worth
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, aviation enthusiast, or Western sports fan, these 17 museums in Fort Worth have it all.
June 25, 2025
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Entertainment
How to apply to be an extra in upcoming film projects
Apply now to work on the set of hit shows like “Landman,” “Lioness,” or “The Chosen One.”
June 23, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Culture
Paw-parazzi shots: Meet the pets of FTWtoday
Meet your fellow subscribers’ furry friends.
June 12, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
The top floor of a mall with several dark or closed storefronts. A small group of people can be seen walking, and the second level opens up to make room for the top of a trampoline-like structure that is coming up from the bottom floor.
Culture
Dead malls: You could shop... until they dropped
Once booming, now barren. Let’s take a peek at a mall of Fort Worth’s past — plus hope for the future.
June 9, 2025
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Brianna Williams
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15 facts you didn’t know about Funkytown
We’re bringing you some interesting facts about Fort Worth and its history. If you’re a trivia master (or local enthusiast), give this a try.
May 30, 2025
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Staff
Someone has a chapter book called "The Bright Years" by Sarah Damoff in their hands in front of outdoor signage on a window reading "Monkey & Dog Book Shop."
Culture
FTWtoday’s adult summer reading list
Get ready for the summer by finding your next page-turner, including books by local authors and recommendations from local bookstores.
May 28, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Sunshine break: Enjoy the outdoors at these 25 Fort Worth parks
We’re highlighting the 25 best parks that Fort Worth has to offer — complete with natural features, doggie destinations, and sports and skate centers.
May 22, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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Arts
8 questions with Fort Worth 3D-chalk artist Jan Riggins
You may have spotted her works around Cowtown, including “Come to Gather” on Pennsylvania Avenue and “Emperor’s Court” at Mag & May Apartments.
May 19, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Culture
Celebrate John Wayne Day in the Stockyards
Celebrate John Wayne’s birthday in the Stockyards with hat embroidery, movie screenings, spirit tasting, and coffee celebrations. Plus, hear from “The Duke’s” eldest granddaughter Anita La Cava.
May 19, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Songs about Fort Worth
Does Fort Worth ever cross your mind? It certainly crosses ours.
May 6, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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A Spirit Halloween store in a retail plaza. The building has a red roof and cars line the parking lot.
Business
14+ Spirit Halloween stores come to the Fort Worth area
The store finds vacant retail spaces and signs temporary leases to set up shop leading up to Halloween — but locations can change each year.
October 6, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Culture
The Texas tradition of homecoming mums
Everything really is bigger in Texas, including Homecoming mums that have set Guinness World records.
October 3, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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Parks and Recreation
These 1940s railroad tracks will become a Trinity Trails connector
The Bomber Spur railroad line used to transport weapons. By spring 2028, it will transport walkers and bikers from Clear Fork to the West Fork of Fort Worth.
October 2, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Food
The essential rooftop bars and restaurants in Fort Worth
Check out these seven rooftop restaurants and bars that offer stunning views, delicious food, and strong drinks.
October 1, 2025
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Date night ideas for every type of Fort Worthian
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in Cowtown.
October 1, 2025
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Brianna Williams
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Front porch decorated with colorful pumpkins and mums on stone steps during autumn.
Real Estate
Meet the newest fall trend: Professional porch decorators
If you’re short on time this season, this may just be the perfect solution.
September 29, 2025
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Amelia Grooms
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City
Perks of having a Fort Worth Public Library card
Find out what free things you can get with a public library card here in Fort Worth.
September 24, 2025
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Rebecca McRobbie
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City
What is Y’all Street? Get the 411 on the new Texas Stock Exchange
Find out why North Texas is set to become the next financial hub in the US.
September 22, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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City
State Fair of Texas: Know before you go
Bookmark this guide to tickets, concerts, food, and attractions at the State Fair of Texas.
September 22, 2025
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Kate Mazade