10.13.2023

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55º | Mostly cloudy | 10% chance of rain
Sunrise 7:32 a.m. | Sunset 5:36 p.m.

⚾️ Time to yell at the (big) tv

Catch the all-Texas ALCS in the Arlington Entertainment District

You won’t miss a minute of the Rangers or the Cowboys with those screens. | Photo by The Cordish Companies

It’s going be a good ol’ fashioned Texas showdown as the Rangers take on the Houston Astros in the MLB American League Championship Series starting on Sunday, Oct. 15 at 7:15 p.m. in Houston.

For the first time ever, the Texas Rangers will face their Lone Star State rivals in the post-season. Watch the game on FOX or head to the Arlington Entertainment District to channel that home-field advantage.

The Rangers return to Globe Life Field for Game 3 on Wednesday, Oct. 18, Game 4 on Thursday, Oct. 19, and Game 5 (if necessary) on Friday, Oct. 20. If tickets are sold out — or out-of-the-park expensive — bookmark this guide to get in on the action without going to the game.

FTW-arlington-entertainment-district — The Arlington Entertainment District is a great place to watch the game whether the Rangers are in town or not.
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Photo by The Cordish Companies

Where to watch

Head to Texas Live! to watch every play on a 100-ft HD screen while you snack and sip at eight restaurants and four bars. Don’t want to fight the crowds? Grab a table at The Social House and chow down on specials. Plus, catch the restaurant’s shuttle to the ballpark.

Where to stay

Coming in from out of town? Book a night at Live! by Loews Arlington and enjoy a drink on the private rooftop terrace. Or, grab a room at the Sheraton Arlington Hotel and hop on the complimentary Arlington Trolley to get around.

FTW-Richard-Greene-Park — It’s not only sports — Arlington is also home to beautiful outdoor spaces like Richard Greene Linear Park.
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Photo by the City of Arlington

What to do before the game

Where’s the fun in showing up for the first pitch? Make a day of it with a walk through the Entertainment District Art Trail, a picnic in Richard Greene Linear Park, or thrilling rides at Six Flags Over Texas.

How to get there

Skip the stress and pay for parking ahead of home games or grab a rideshare to be dropped off near Lot C on Stadium Drive. Note: Rideshare pickups are not allowed on Randoll Mill Road after the games. Parking is free at Texas Live! during away games.

Asked

Who are you cheering for?

City Editor Kate, here. I grew up in a house divided and we cheer for both the Rangers and the Astros — until they play each other. Dad, it’s time to choose.

A. Rangers for life
B. Go ‘Stros
C. Whoever is winning
D. Always the underdog

There's only one right answer

Events

Friday, Oct. 13

Christmas in Cowtown Gift Market | Friday, Oct. 13-Sunday, Oct. 15 | Times vary | Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth | $15 | Tackle your holiday shopping early with vendors selling home goods, jewelry, clothing, and children’s gifts at the Junior League of Fort Worth’s annual fundraiser.
Halloween Spooktacular Flower Class | Friday, Oct. 13 | 7-9 p.m. | Odd Leaf Apothecary, 900 E. Copeland Rd. Ste. 240, Arlington | $45 | Move over dried leaves — join this class to make a fresh floral arrangement with seasonal blooms.

Saturday, Oct. 14

Glass Blowing | Saturday, Oct. 14 | Times vary | SiNaCa Studios, 1013 W. Magnolia Ave., Fort Worth | $60 | Spruce up your fall decor with your own handmade glass pumpkin.
TCU Football | Saturday, Oct. 14 | 2:30 p.m. | Amon G. Carter Stadium, 2850 Stadium Dr., Fort Worth | $26-$191 | The Horned Frogs (3-3) will take on the BYU Cougars (4-1).

Sunday, Oct. 15

Fall Fest | Sunday, Oct. 15 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Pioneers Rest Cemetery, 620 Samuels Ave., Fort Worth | Free | Explore Fort Worth’s oldest public cemetery with reenactors, children’s activities, a dog parade, costume contest, and scavenger hunt.
“The Storms of Jeremy Thomas” | Sunday, Oct. 15 | 12 p.m. | The Modern, 3200 Darnell St., Fort Worth | $5-$10 | Catch a tour through France with producer Jeremy Thomas and director Mark Cousins in this Magnolia at the Modern film.

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News Notes

Closing

It’s the end of an era. After 57 years in the community, Fort Worth’s iconic Pulido’s Tex-Mex chain will close all three of its remaining restaurants tomorrow. The local eatery originally opened for business in 1966 to serve workers at the Texas & Pacific Railroad. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)

Health

Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth is one of just a handful of hospitals nationwide to earn The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval and American Heart Association’s Heart-Check mark for Comprehensive Cardiac Center Certification. The hospital is the second facility in Texas to earn the recognition.

Cause

They’re taking their goodwill to the bank. Ahead of their football game at TCU tomorrow, BYU alumni and community members donated a whopping 33,000 pounds of food this week to the Midwest Food Bank of Texas to distribute to local community groups. (Fort Worth Report)

Development

Make your voice heard. Public feedback on proposals to redevelop the Fort Worth Community Arts Center at 1300 Gendy St. is due by 4 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 16. Two finalists presented their preliminary ideas at a public forum on Wednesday.

Community

The Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County’s new Community Outreach Center was officially dedicated yesterday. The facility at 2400 N. Kentucky Ave. offers new programs and services for homeless individuals and families. (Fort Worth Business Press)

Civic

With tax bills being sent out later this month, Tarrant County officials urge residents to drop payments off inside post offices if they choose to pay via regular mail, rather than at blue mail collection boxes. Payments can also be made at county offices, online, or by phone.

Wellness

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Try This

👀 Jeepers, creepers

13 things to do in Fort Worth on Friday the 13th

Watch out for spilled salt, broken mirrors, and sidewalk cracks. | Video by Giphy

Feeling superstitious? We’ve rounded up a checklist of local activities on Friday the 13th (commonly known as the most unlucky day of the year). Do one or all of them — just don’t attempt them under a ladder.

Adopt a black cat.

Did you know that black cats are the least likely to be adopted? You can do your part to fix that stat by stopping by a Fort Worth Animal Care & Control adoption center and making a new furr-ever friend.

Find a good luck charm.

Might we suggest stopping by Enchanted Forest Metaphysical Shoppe or Earthly Relics to peruse the collection of pendants and crystals?

Take part in a superstition.

Cowboys and rodeo athletes are superstitious folk — especially when it comes to their hats. Check out the no-no’s of cowboy hat etiquette.

10 more ominous occurances

The Buy

The Buy 10.13.23 (Affiliate + Six & Main)

Hannah Chloe Co.'s Pink & Spooky Reversible Bandana. Because pups deserve a hint of Halloween in their wardrobe, too.

Answered

Would you wear Crocs cowboy boots?

Well, that’s a pretty clear pass — earlier this week, we asked our readers if y’all would wear Crocs’ new cowboy boots.

While one daring dresser is game, 71% of respondents wouldn’t wear the boots in their lives, and 22% think they could be styled with the right outfit.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Kate

From the editor

Calling “Yellowstone” fans — the official trailer for “Lawmen: Bass Reeves” has been released. In his latest show, local television creator Taylor Sheridan follows the legend of the first Black deputy US marshal west of the Mississippi. The series premiers Sunday, Nov. 5 on Paramount+. Learn more about the man who inspired the “Lone Ranger.”

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