01.15.2024

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26º | Cloudy | 15% chance of snow
Sunrise 7:32 a.m. | Sunset 5:45 p.m.

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Hot Homes: Classy condos for sale in Cowtown

Start your year off in this cozy condo on Harlanwood Drive surrounded by bike trails. | Photos courtesy of Reside Real Estate

While it might have the character of a small town, Fort Worth is no doubt a big city, complete with the benefits of urban living. What better way to enjoy those benefits than from the comfort of a swanky condominium? We’ve rounded up seven classy condos hot on the market.

Note: These homes are on the market as of Friday, Jan. 12.

4424 Harlanwood Dr., No. 102, Tanglewood | 2 BD, 1.5 BA | $250,000
Located steps from Overton Park, the walk-up condo is freshly updated. Bonus: All of the utilities are included in the HOA fees.

500 Throckmorton St., No. 2409, Downtown | 2 BD, 2 BA | $525,000
Sleep on top of the city with this fully-furnished home with two living areas and access to the outdoor pool and spa at the Tower Residential Condo building.

Settle into a luxury condo on Samuels Avenue. | Photos courtesy of Trey Freeze/Compass

501 Samuels Ave., No. 440, Rock Island | 3 BD, 3.5 BA | $825,000
The expansive fourth-floor condo at Villa de Leon has high ceilings, an open plan, and sweeping views of downtown and the Trinity River.

2600 W. 7th St., No. 1817, West 7th | 2 BD, 2 BA | $369,000
Located in Montgomery Plaza, the light-filled apartment features extra-large windows and a sophisticated kitchen.

422 Mills St., Downtown | 2 BD, 2.5 BA | $694,000
The three-story condo is complete with two living areas and a rooftop patio that overlooks the Trinity River and Panther Island.

Secure the keys to this urban condo-meets-lake house on Boat House Club Road.
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Photos courtesy of Burt Ladner Real Estate

9999 Boat Club Rd., No. 407, Eagle Mountain | 2 BD, 2.5 BA | $189,000
The newly renovated condo is in a gated community near the Fort Worth Boat Club on Eagle Mountain Lake.

1111 Roaring Springs Rd., Burton Hills | 2 BD, 2.5 BA | $299,000
The cozy two-story home features a chef’s kitchen, fireplace, and private patio.

Events

Monday, Jan. 15

The Dream All-American Bowl | Monday, Jan. 15 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | AT&T Stadium, 1 AT&T Way, Arlington | $55-$195 | Keep an eye out for NFL hopefuls as the best middle and high school football players showcase their talents to college programs.

Tuesday, Jan. 16

Bulls Night Out | Tuesday, Jan. 16-Wednesday, Jan. 17 | 7:30 p.m. | Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth | $49-$210 | Try to keep your cool during this adrenaline-spiking competition from the PCRA Xtreme bull riders.

Wednesday, Jan. 17

YesterQueer Happy Hour | Wednesday, Jan. 17 | 7 p.m. | Liberty Lounge, 515 S. Jennings Ave., Fort Worth | Free | Join the Gay for Play trivia night and test your knowledge of LGBTQ+ history and culture with a chance to win fabulous prizes.

Thursday, Jan. 18

“Marjorie Prime” | Thursday, Jan. 18-Sunday, Feb. 11 | Times vary | Stage West Theatre, 821 W. Vickery Blvd., Fort Worth | $39-$47 | Watch the Pulitzer Prize finalist play by Jordan Harrison about a futuristic world of artificial intelligence and memory.

Friday, Jan. 19

“The Boy and the Heron” | Friday, Jan. 19-Sunday, Jan. 21 | Times vary | The Modern, 3200 Darnell St., Fort Worth | $3.50-$10 | Settle in for a screening of Hayao Miyazaki’s 2023 film about a young boy venturing through life and death.

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News Notes

Weather

ERCOT is asking residents to reduce energy usage until 10 a.m. today due to continued freezing temperatures. ERCOT is also requesting government agencies conserve electricity as the organization monitors grid conditions.

Today Is

Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Honor the life + legacy of Dr. King with events like the Cowboys of Color Rodeo and After Party. Today’s MLK Parade and Rally has been postponed to Monday, Feb. 19 due to inclement weather.

Community

The frigid temps have triggered the Tarrant County Homeless Coalition’s Cold Weather Overflow program. Those in need of shelter can report to Union Gospel Mission, Presbyterian Night Shelter, the Salvation Army Mabee Center in Fort Worth, or the Arlington Life Shelter in Arlington.

Sports

That’s a wrap, folks — the Dallas Cowboys fell to the Green Bay Packers (48-32) last night in the NFL Playoffs Wild Card Round, knocking them out of their run for the Super Bowl. “America’s Team” finished the season with a 9-9 record.

Announced

The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra released its 2024-2025 season schedule featuring five series and family-friendly musical highlights like “Frozen,” “Black Panther,” and “Indiana Jones.” The organization will also mount the world premiere of Wagner’s “The Flying Dutchman.” Reminder: the Concerts in the Garden will not take place this summer.

Transit

You can take The Dash straight to the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. Trinity Metro is offering a special service — $2 per ride or a $5 day pass — through Saturday, Feb. 3 that runs from The Central Station to Montgomery Plaza to the Will Rogers Memorial Center.

Closing

The original BoomerJack’s location is closing its doors on Sunday, Jan. 21. The sports bar started in Montgomery Plaza 17 years ago and expanded to 15 other regional locations. Stop by for a goodbye toast at the farewell party at 4 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 19. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)

History

Last week, the National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum and Hall of Fame reopened in its new location on the east side of town. The museum moved from the outskirts of the Stockyards to 2201 Dottie Lynn Pkwy. Stop by Wednesday-Saturday to see artifacts from Buffalo Soldiers, Black cowboys, Native American chiefs + more.

Edu

Fort Worth ISD will receive $6.17 million in federal grants to purchase 15 electric buses as part of the Environmental Protection Agency’s clean school bus initiative. Fort Worth ISD is one of 18 Texas districts selected in the $26 million funding round — that’s enough to buy 165 electric buses state-wide.

Try This

Submissions for our 2023 FTWtoday Picture of the Year contest close Wednesday, Jan. 17. Submit a local photo that you took in 2023 + we’ll give you a discount code to shop at our online marketplace, Six & Main. Plus, the contest winner will receive a $25 Six & Main gift card.

Travel

New name, new venues, and new events. For 77 years, Historic Charleston Foundation has celebrated houses, history, and culture through its annual spring festival — this year The Charleston Festival (formerly known as the Festival of Houses & Gardens) is happening March 14-April 14. See this year’s lineup + snag tickets.*

Events

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5 must-see competitions at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo

You’re going to want to see the jumping donkeys. | Video by FTWtoday

With the 2024 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo underway, the Will Rogers Memorial Center is teeming with award-winning livestock and hopeful competitors. Here are four unusual competitions that you’re going to want to put on your FWSSR bucket list.

Miniature Horse Show | Thursday, Jan. 18 at 9 a.m. | John Justin Arena
The tiny ponies will prance through the arena guided by kiddie cowpokes.

Coon Hunters Mule Jumping | Saturday, Jan. 20 at 3 p.m. | John Justin Arena
Don’t miss the jumping donkeys — we’re still thinking about last year’s champion Radar, a 33-year-old Appaloosa mule from Henley, Missouri.

Fiddle Showdown | Sunday, Jan. 21 at 3:30 p.m. | West Arena
Teens ages 14-18 will compete with top-tappin’ tunes for a chance to win scholarship money.

Cowboy Mounted Shooting | Wednesday, Jan. 24 at 10 a.m. | John Justin Arena
Watch the Wild West come alive as marksmen aim at targets from the backs of galloping horses.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

Mark your calendar for the Cowtown Great American Cleanup on Saturday, March 23. Grab your friends to help keep Fort Worth beautiful and enjoy an Earth Day after party event at Trinity Park. Registration opens Thursday, Feb. 1.

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