History

On Feb. 8, 1887, two prominent gunmen dueled in the streets of Hell’s Half Acre. Now, 139 years later, catch a thrilling reenactment in the Stockyards this week.
Don’t miss the Tarrant County Veterans Day Parade on Monday, Nov. 11.
We sat down with the Grammy award-winning Art Greenhaw to learn more about the Light Crust Doughboys, the band’s nearly 100-year-old legacy, and when you can see them in concert.
Memorabilia from the former Fort Worth Cats ballpark is up for auction before the mid-November demolition.
Meet Big Boy — aka Union Pacific No. 4014 — on display at T&P Station on Thursday, Oct. 11 + Friday, Oct. 12.
We’re giving you the 411 on the 817’s landmarks — from the Livestock Exchange Building to the Tarrant County Courthouse. Learn about their history, fun facts, and why Fort Worthians and visitors alike find them so iconic.
Stockyards Heritage Development Co. filed a permit to renovate the 1907 hotel on East Exchange Avenue.
For just over 40 years, downtown Fort Worth’s 7th Street was lined with three prominent local theaters — the Palace, the Worth, and the Hollywood.
Learn more about the Victorian style and how it came to Fort Worth, and see three homes on the market to live out your “This Old House” dreams.
The story of the 2002 Fort Worth Westside All-Star baseball team’s journey to the Little League World Series debuts this week as a major motion picture.
Mark your calendar for these highly anticipated concerts and music festivals coming to Dallas-Fort Worth throughout the remainder of 2025 and 2026.
Looking for festive fun for the whole family? These two events in town are sure to bring the holiday cheer.
Newsletter Editor Elizabeth is celebrating one year at FTWtoday by sharing her favorite local spots, from restaurants and bars to event venues and green spaces.
Check out our 20 favorite dine-in and carry-out options for Thanksgiving dinner in Fort Worth this year, plus local ingredients.
Learn how to win discounted tickets to see Broadway at the Bass through Broadway Direct.
Over the next 10 days, we’re launching a reader-driven campaign to sustain what we do best.
To help make your entire process at the DFW International Airport as smooth as possible, we’ve created a guide that covers everything from terminals and parking to details on the airport’s 260+ nonstop routes worldwide.
Put a smile on your neighbor’s face with these random acts of kindness.
Make the most of cooler temps by exploring these eight North Texas campsites.
Lend a helping hand at the local organizations to volunteer or give back to in Fort Worth.