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Arts
Introducing our 2024 Picture of the Year contest
Following the success of 1,000+ submissions in 2023, we are getting a jump on our 2024 contest.
May 10, 2024 10:00 AM
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Ted Bauer
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Culture
Madelaine Brockway: All about the Fort Worthian’s viral $60 million wedding
Step inside the “wedding of the year” by Fort Worthian Madelaine Brockway, a car dealership heiress and TCU alum.
November 30, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Retail
Gift Guide: Our Editors’ picks for the 2023 holiday season
See what Editors Kate and Rebecca are shopping this year.
November 30, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Play
The ultimate holiday itinerary: 35+ local happenings
Your go-to guide to enjoying the holiday season around town. From light displays and parades to ice skating and holiday shows, there’s so much festive fun happening around Fort Worth. Check out these ongoing events and one-off happenings to get in the holiday spirit.
November 29, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Culture
12 days of Fort Worth
It’s Christmas in Cowtown — celebrate with these 12 local business round ups and fun facts.
November 28, 2023
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Kate Mazade
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Culture
Texas’ tallest live Christmas tree is up in Sundance Square
The 80-ft Norway Spruce traveled 1,100 miles from northern Michigan to Panther City in advance of the 77th annual tree lighting.
November 27, 2023
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Kate Mazade
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Food
7 places to take cooking classes in Fort Worth
Sign up for a hands-on cooking class that is perfect for date night, girls’ night out, families, and team building.
November 27, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Culture
Why Hallmark should make a holiday movie in Fort Worth
Take our survey to help us craft the perfect Hallmark movie based in Fort Worth.
November 24, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Culture
Fort Worth-themed table topics for the holiday season
Sick of rotating through conversations about politics, religion, and your relationship status? Introduce these niche and fascinating topics at your next holiday meal.
November 20, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Culture
4 local theaters for your film fix
We really know it’s all about the movie snacks.
November 20, 2023
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Kate Mazade
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Food
Holiday food guide: Where to find the best tamales in Fort Worth
Unwrap the gift of food this season.
November 14, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Live
The zodiac signs as Fort Worth neighborhoods
Your home, your favorite coffee shop, and your daily commute aren’t just written in the skyline — they may be written in the stars.
November 14, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Disney’s Encanto like you’ve never seen (or heard) before
This screening, accompanied by a live orchestra, is an experience you won’t want to miss.
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Events
(Holiday) Cheers to 41 years: Parade of Lights returns downtown
We’ve got the deets on Fort Worth’s beloved holiday tradition.
November 10, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Food
Pre-order your holiday pie with these 6 local bakeries
Don’t skimp on the holiday dessert with these local bakeries selling Texas’ favorite pecan pie.
November 9, 2023
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Kate Mazade
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Culture
Where to grab Thanksgiving dinner in Fort Worth
Our 20 favorite dine-in and carry-out options for Thanksgiving dinner in Fort Worth this year, plus local ingredients.
November 8, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Culture
Leonard’s Department Store artifacts added to the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
The museum will help preserve the legacy of Leonard’s Department Store.
November 8, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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It’s not the holidays until you see “The Nutcracker”
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🔬 You’re invited to the second annual STEM Family Fair
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Retail
2023 Holiday Gift Guide: 38 gifts you can buy right now
Shop the most popular gifts of the 2023 holiday season, plus gifts that support small businesses and the best holiday wrapping paper to tie it all up in.
November 2, 2023
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Sports
What to know: Texas Rangers World Series Parade in Arlington
The city of Arlington will hold the first-ever World Champions Parade on Friday to celebrate the Texas Rangers’ history-making season.
November 2, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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City
What’s a Quonset hut — and why are they all over Fort Worth?
Let’s look back at the history of the rounded metal building to see why it’s so prevalent in Cowtown architecture.
November 2, 2023
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Kate Mazade
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Culture
The Anti-Gift Guide: 50 ways to slow down, treat yourself, and break tradition this holiday season
Rip up your gift list — it’s time to rethink the holidays.
November 2, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Culture
Paint the town country purple
TCU is painting alumni murals across the country in honor of the university’s 150th anniversary.
October 30, 2023
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Kate Mazade
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Play
Stay in the know with 40+ new and upcoming Fort Worth restaurants
Dining in Fort Worth is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
October 26, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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Culture
Where to celebrate Día de los Muertos in Fort Worth
Explore the Day of the Dead festivals + events happening around town.
October 26, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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The best gift this holiday season? A ticket to the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra.
Home for the Holidays returns on Friday, Nov. 24.
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Culture
Fort Worth-inspired Halloween costumes
From iconic statues to a State Fair fixture, we’ve got your tips for being the best-dressed pumpkin at the Halloween party.
October 23, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Events
The Fort Worth Zoo presents Boo at the Zoo
The annual event is back with family-friendly activities and educational classes.
October 17, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Small Businesses
Build your own Boo Basket with fall goodies from Six&Main
We’ve pulled together the perfect goodies from small businesses to make a Boo Basket for your friends and loved ones.
October 17, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Culture
Celebrating two years of FTWtoday
It’s our party and we’ll cry if we want to.
October 17, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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