April 19, 2024

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🏆 It’s playoff time

American Airlines Center will be very active in April and May on both ice and hardwood. | Photo by Brock Meyer

We were blessed recently by the sports gods. Until last fall, the Texas Rangers hadn’t made the postseason since 2016 — and had never won a World Series until they came through with a title win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. But now it’s playoff time again.

Some different sports ball squads are up: the Dallas Mavericks, who last won a championship in the 2010-11 season, and the Dallas Stars, who last won a championship in 1998-99.

What should we expect?

🏀 Dallas Mavericks

The Mavericks missed the playoffs last year but improved 12 games this season, winning the Southwest Division. Their first-round series will be against the Los Angeles Clippers, commencing Sunday, April 21 at 2:30 p.m. on ABC.

With potential NBA MVP Luka Dončić, who led the Mavs in points, assists, and rebounds, the team has only lost four times since March 7. They come in hot, but the Clippers took two out of three from Dallas this season. In their last meeting, on December 20, the Clippers won (120-111) with 30 points from their own superstar, Kahwi Leonard, formerly a champion with the San Antonio Spurs and Toronto Raptors.

The Clippers are balanced with more star-level players, from Leonard to Paul George and James Harden, but there’s no denying the Mavericks are playing some of their best ball. If Dallas escapes the first series, they will face either the No. 1 or No. 8 seed in the second round.

Check out Nick Angstadt’s Locked On Mavericks podcast for all things Mavs hoops.

⛸️ Dallas Stars

The Stars finished the regular season as the best team in the Western Conference. Hopes are high. But the NHL playoffs are a grind, and it’s been decades since the green and white won it all.

What will happen on ice?

Asked

How far do you see the Stars going this year?

A. First Round
B. Second Round
C. Western Finals
D. Stanley Cup Finals
E. Win it all
F. (Uh, I’m not a hockey person ...)

Cast your vote

Events

Friday, April 19

Russell Peters | Friday, April 19-Saturday, April 20 | Times vary | Arlington Improv, 309 Curtis Mathes Way, Ste. 147, Arlington | $180-$440 | The host of the “Culturally Canceled” podcast takes the stage for two shows — 18+.

Saturday, April 20

Feed The City Fort Worth | Saturday, April 20 | 8:15-10:15 a.m. | BoomerJack’s Grill, 6800 Northwest Loop 820, Fort Worth | Free | Help make lunches for people in need.
Nishi Fest Spring | Saturday, April 20-Sunday, April 21 | Time varies | Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth | $0-$133 | A premier anime, gaming, and Asian culture festival comes to North Texas.
Spring Japanese Festival | Saturday, April 20-Sunday, April 21 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth | $0-$12 | This family-friendly event includes food vendors, Taiko drummers, art exhibitions, tea ceremonies and more.

Sunday, April 21

MAIN ST. Arts Festival | Sunday, April 21 | 10 a.m.-8 p.m. | Free | Main Street, Tarrant County Courthouse to Fort Worth Convention Center, Fort Worth | Free | This is the last day — if you haven’t made it so far, come on out.
“Whimsical Tales: Carnival of the Animals & Aurora’s Wedding” | Sunday, April 21 | 2-4 p.m. | I.M. Terrell Performing Arts Center, 1411 I. M. Terrell Cir. S., Fort Worth | $35-$75 | This production includes live music by Midway Symphony + features favorite fairytale characters like Princess Aurora and Red Riding Hood.

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Wellness

Fact or Fiction: Debunking 3 common medical marijuana myths

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Dr. Brimberry and his team expertly navigate the path from certifying patients based on their qualifying diagnosis to the formation of a personalized medical marijuana treatment plan and then connecting them with a state-licensed Texas dispensary. | Photo provided by Texas Cannabis Clinic

With the expansion of Texas’ Compassionate Use Program (TCUP), Texans have more access than ever to treat different conditions with medical marijuana. We’re tapping into the experts at Texas Cannabis Clinic (TCC) to help weed through common myths about medical marijuana.

Here’s what they had to say:

Fact or Fiction? PTSD, muscle spasms, and neuropathy are the only conditions that medical marijuana treats.
This is fiction. There are 150+ qualifying conditions that can be treated with the drug under the TCUP.

Fact or Fiction? You need an in-person appointment with TCC.
This is fiction. TCC is 100% telemedicine. Take the short appointment from the comfort of your own home.

Fact or Fiction? You won’t get a medical marijuana card.
This is fact. Texas doesn’t provide cards but if you qualify, you’ll receive a prescription and a certification letter.

Not sure if you qualify for treatment? Explore different qualifying conditions.

If you’re ready to work with TCC, make an appointment and use coupon code 6AM420 to get $40 off (must complete the appointment by Tuesday, April 30).^†

Schedule an appointment

†Please note: Legalities in your state may vary. Texas Cannabis Clinic advises consumers to read the company’s terms and conditions, consult a physician before trying products, start only with small amounts, and to not consume products before driving or before a drug test. The information about providers and services contained in this newsletter does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by FTWtoday.

News Notes

Civic

Next year, Fort Worth’s general fund budget could increase 3.5%, meaning the city could spend up to $1.049 billion in FY2025. That would be an increase of $35 million over the expected FY2024 total. (Fort Worth Report)

Traffic

Fort Worth was the only city in Texas to receive funding from the US Department of Transportation’s Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation Grants. In collaboration with the North Central Texas Council of Governments, the city received $2 million to pilot microclimate sensors for autonomous vehicles at Alliance Truck Port.

Plan Ahead

Fort Worth Opera has announced the schedule for its 79th season. The 2024-2025 season begins with "¡Bienvenidos! de Frida Kahlo” on Saturday, Oct. 19, followed by “Little Women” on Friday, Nov. 22.

Feel Good

Jameela, the first gorilla born via cesarian section at the Fort Worth Zoo, is bonding and integrating well with the gorilla troop at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Want some more “awww?” Meet all the zoo’s 2024 babies. (Fort Worth Star Telegram)

Number

14,800. That’s how many new jobs the DFW construction market added in the past year — the largest among all major US markets, despite a decline in industrial construction since 2022. (The Dallas Morning News)

Fort Worthians

As April is Second Chance Month, CBS News profiled Brandon Reed and Trent Rose, former inmates who made the most of a second chance. The pair now own The Train Station gym off 8th Avenue.

Trending

Cole Hauser, of “Yellowstone” fame, was appointed an honorary Fort Worth Police Department officer thanks to his support of Cowtown’s first responders. Chief Neil Noakes cited Hauser’s work with the Tunnel 2 Towers Foundation and the Special Operations Warrior Foundation.

Sports

The NFL Draft is less than one week away, and “America’s Team” picks first at selection No. 24. What might the Cowboys do? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Dallas Cowboys with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

Home

Did you know you could finance your fixer-upper with home equity? You could get up to $50K with a HELOC — calculate your payment.*

Drink

An energy drink you actually want to drink. GORGIE has 150 mg of green tea caffeine plus the benefits of L-Theanine, biotin, B6 and B12.*

Answered

How to master MAIN ST Arts Festival

There are four main food courts this year: 2nd Street, 4th Street, 6th Street, and 9th Street. | Courtesy Geno Loro

The MAIN ST. Arts Festival hath returned to Fort Worth for Year 37, and last week, we posed two queries about your festival dining preferences.

About two-thirds of our readers eat at the festival when they go. That’s good, because 2024 has an amazing array of culinary vendors.

To plan, begin by consulting the map, noting six food and drink locations labeled F2 through F7. Need more tips? Check out what your fellow readers recommended:

Craft beer | Situated throughout the festival, sample options from Revolver, Rahr, and Blue Moon.

Margs | MAIN ST. partnered with specialty vendor 31 Degrees for margaritas this year, and they are available throughout the fair.

Nachos | Cowboy brisket nachos ($16) are at Texas Skillet (F4). If you’re a little more traditional, Bobby’s Fajitas (F7) has cheese nachos for $8.

Empanadas | 3F Premier Catering (F3) is your best bet, with options from $11 to $28.

Smoked Turkey Legs | Leisure Foods (F2 and F7) serves ‘em up for $20 — bear in mind, they’re huge.

The Buy

Biz that gives back. Check out these brands that are committed to sustainability and giving back to the environment to celebrate Earth Day.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Ted

From the editor

Hey, new friends. (That was my best modified Jim Nantz.) I’m the new City Editor for FTWtoday, and this morning marks Day 10 of my run here — and my first official appearance in The Wrap.

I’m a proud resident of Oakhurst and enjoy sports, friends, writing, craft beer, large breed dogs, and more. I’m originally from NYC, but as they say, “I got here as fast as I could.”

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