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⚾ World Series, here we come

Texas Rangers are going to the 2023 MLB World Series
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The Rangers are headed to the MLB World Series for the first time since 2011. | Photo by Kelly Mazade
The Texas Rangers are headed to the MLB World Series for the first time since 2011.

Last night, the Rangers defeated the Houston Astros 11-4 in Game 7 at Minute Maid Park in Houston to clinch the American League spot in the finals.

They will face the winner of the National League Championship Series — either the Arizona Diamondbacks or the Philadelphia Phillies — in Game 1 of the World Series on Friday, Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. The Rangers will have home-field advantage for Games 1, 2, 6 + 7 (if necessary). Splurge on tickets or catch the game on FOX.

The Rangers are the oldest MLB team to never win a World Series. Although they have made two World Series appearances, they have a 62-season championship drought — second only to the Cleveland Guardians.

In 2010, the Rangers made their first World Series appearance, but the team fell to the San Francisco Giants in five games.

Riding high on their 2010 American League Championship win, the Rangers got to the World Series again in 2011 — this time falling to the St. Louis Cardinals in seven games.

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Will Nolan Ryan finally see a Commissioner’s Trophy for his team?

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Looking back

The MLB team was established in 1961 as the second incarnation of the Washington Senators — an expansion team awarded to Washington DC — after the old Senators team became the Minnesota Twins. In 1972, the team moved to Arlington where it became known as the Texas Rangers.

Perhaps the most famous Rangers player of all time is current part-owner Nolan Ryan, who threw 5,714 strikeouts and seven no-hitters in his 27-year major league career. And yet, when he retired in 1993, the team still hadn’t seen the playoffs.

In 1996, their luck changed and they have since made eight post-season appearances. For the first time in franchise history, they could be holding the coveted Commissioner’s Trophy.
 
Events
Tuesday, Oct. 24
  • Low-Cost Pet Vaccines | Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 6-8 p.m. | Chuck Silcox Animal Care & Control Center, 4900 Martin St., Fort Worth | Cost of purchase | Texas Coalition for Animal Protection will provide low-cost pet vaccines, heartworm testing, and flea and tick control medicine.
  • Charcuterie Board Workshop | Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 7-8 p.m. | Lockwood Distilling Company, 1411 W. Magnolia Ave., Fort Worth | $65 | Enjoy a cocktail with friends and learn the basics of creating a Halloween-themed charcuterie board with an assortment of cheese, meats, and crackers.
Wednesday, Oct. 25
  • SteerFW Elected Officials | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Trinity River Distillery Home of Silver Star Spirits, 1734 E. El Paso St., Fort Worth | $40-$50 | Connect with local leaders, voice your concerns, and learn more about their plans for our community.
  • Shrine Circus 2023 | Wednesday, Oct. 25-Sunday, Oct. 29 | Times vary | Fort Worth Convention Center, 1201 Houston St., Fort Worth | $25-$35 | Watch world-class artists perform death-defying stunts at this family-friendly event supporting the local Moslah Shriners.
Thursday, Oct. 26
  • Serial Killer Trivia | Thursday, Oct. 26 | 8-10 p.m. | Tanstaafl Pub, 409 N. Bowen Rd., Arlington | Cost of purchase | Take part in bone-chilling trivia about infamous murderers, unsolved mysteries, and true crime stories while enjoying a cocktail.
Events calendar here
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Travel

Feel at home this holiday season in Greenville, SC
A crowd of ice skaters at an outdoor rink in Greenville, SC.
Enjoy seasonal activities in a new city that still feels like home. | Photo provided by VisitGreenville SC
Experience magical moments in Greenville, SC this season with affordable accommodations and festive fun without the crowds.

Choose from favorites, like:
  • Rooftop igloos and outdoor ice skating
  • Seeing dazzling lights (even Santa’s elves flock to Main Street to see this)
  • Live performances + free, family-friendly events
  • And more holly jolly happenings to spread seasonal cheer
Thinking about spending the season in Greenville? Request a free Visitor’s Guide.
Book a seasonal stay
News Notes
Open
  • The Archibald — a rooftop bar in the former Houston Street Bar & Patio space — officially opened over the weekend. Located next to Thompson’s Bookstore, the bar features handcrafted cocktails, bites from Son of a Baker Pizzeria, and an upstairs lounge.
Sports
  • The Phillips 66 Big 12 Baseball Championship will return to Globe Life Field next spring, May 21-24. The conference extended its contract at the stadium through 2028. Earlier this year, more than 14,000 fans attended the championship game as TCU took a 12-5 victory over Oklahoma State.
Development
  • A $4 million Tex-Mex restaurant called Cactus Canyon is coming to Argyle — 30 minutes northeast of downtown. Located at 600 FM 407, the restaurant will be built by Addison’s Apogee Architectural with construction expected to begin in December. According to a state filing, it will open in 2025.
Concert
  • Some of the most well-known hip-hop artists will be at Dickies Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 22 as they kick off the “CMG Gangsta Art Tour.” Featured artists include Blac Youngsta, Moneybagg Yo, GloRilla, EST Gee, and Mozzy.
Cause
  • Coach Gary Patterson and Leon Bridges’ nonprofit The Big Good will kick off the holiday season with a Winter Fashion Show. Happening Thursday, Nov. 9 at Neiman Marcus, the evening will feature food, drinks, and a live runway show. Proceeds will benefit the Tarrant Area Food Bank.
Number
  • 7,412. That’s how many fans attended TCU volleyball’s October 18 game against Texas, setting a new school record for a women’s sporting event. The Horned Frogs will be back at home Friday, Nov. 3-Saturday, Nov. 4 to play Iowa State at Schollmaier Arena.
Outdoors
  • Arlington Parks will host a meeting this Thursday, Oct. 26 to discuss plans for an all-inclusive playground at Randol Mill Park — about three miles west of the Entertainment District. The meeting will be held at Texas Rangers Golf Club (701 Brown Blvd.) at 6 p.m.
Eat
  • Are you hosting out-of-town guests this holiday season? We’re helping you prepare early this year with a guide to local restaurants bound to impress out-of-towners. Take a look at our recommended spots.
Real Estate
  • Skip the listing process, value-adding upgrades + lowball offers — when you use Offerpad, you can have a cash offer in hand in 24 hours or less. It’s that easy. Request a cash offer.*
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🎃 You’ll look boo-tiful

Fort Worth-inspired Halloween costumes
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If all else fails, grab your favorite pair of boots + hat and call yourself a cowgirl or cowboy. | Photo by @ft_worth_explorer
Halloween is just one week away and there’s still time to apply that Funkytown spirit to this year’s getup. Sure, you could be a basic witch or plain ol’ pumpkin — or you could wow your friends with one of these unique Cowtown-themed costumes.

Rodeo clown
Distract the raging bulls, we mean kids, with a cowboy hat, a pair of oversized jeans — bonus points if the waist is comically large — suspenders, a cut-off flannel, and clown-inspired makeup.

Angel sculpture
Inspired by the angel sculptures at Bass Performance Hall, this costume is complete with a white dress or sheet, angel wings, and a golden horn.

Bull rider
If you’re a true Fort Worthian, not much work is needed for this costume. Grab your favorite pair of boots, some chaps, and a cowboy hat to call it a day.

Big Tex
An iconic fixture at the State Fair of Texas, don your best pair of Dickies pants, Lucchese boots, and a Texas flag shirt.
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🗣️ Show off your homecoming spirit

The Texas tradition of homecoming mums
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Photo shared by Humberto Silva
Ahead of homecoming season in North Texas, we asked our readers to show off their mums by sending us a photo of their extravagant creations.

Check out this stunning mum created by Humberto Silva for his granddaughter who attends Saginaw High School.
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