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👀 All eyes on the American Airlines Center

What to know about NBA finals at the American Airlines Center
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Take the Trinity Railway Express from Fort Worth to Victory Station for games at the American Airlines Center. | Photo by Joe Mabel/Wikimedia Commons
It’s a record year for North Texas sports — fresh off a Texas Rangers World Series championship, DFW is gearing up for more professional sports playoffs with the Dallas Mavericks headed to the NBA finals.

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The NBA Finals will head to Dallas for Game 3.

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Photo by Brock Meyer

🏀 On the court

The Dallas Mavericks earned their first NBA Finals berth in 13 seasons after defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals on Thursday.

Led by MVP Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving, the No. 5 seeded Mavs will take on the No. 1 seeded Boston Celtics starting on Thursday, June 6 at the TD Garden — hey there, BOStoday. Watch Game 1 at 7:30 on ABC.

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What a season for the Dallas Stars.

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Photo by @eric.g.foley

🏒 On the ice

That’s a wrap, folks — the Dallas Stars fell in six games to the Edmonton Oilers in the NHL Western Conference finals and will wait another year to take up the quest for the Stanley Cup. This is the second season in a row that the team lost in the conference finals — but we still love ‘em.

📍 At the AAC

The Mavs will return to the American Airlines Center for Game 3 on Wednesday, June 13 + Game 4 on Friday, June 14. If necessary, the teams will take to the court for Game 6 on Thursday, June 20. Cross your fingers for last-minute tickets.
Asked

How many combined Mavericks and Stars games have been played at the AAC this year?
A. 58
B. 62
C. 67
D. 71
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Marksmen
 
Events
Monday, June 3
  • First Monday Literacy Day | Monday, June 3 | 7 a.m.-12 p.m. | Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd., Fort Worth | Free | Bring your Fort Worth Public Library card for special story times + guided nature walks.
Tuesday, June 4
  • Justin Timberlake | Tuesday, June 4 | 7:30 p.m. | Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth | $140-$1,997 | Jam out with JT at his “The Forget Tomorrow World Tour.”
Wednesday, June 5
  • “Grease” | Wednesday, June 5-Sunday, June 9 | Times vary | Casa Mañana, 3101 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth | $39-$109 | Get ready to hand-jive with this classic musical — mature audiences only.
Thursday, June 6
Friday, June 7
  • Fort Worth Tattoo Arts Festival | Friday, June 7-Sunday, June 9 | Times vary | Fort Worth Convention Center, Hall A, 1300 Commerce St., Fort Worth | $0-$50 | Witness artistry and self-expression with local, national, and international artists in this fifth annual event.
Events calendar here
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Seasonal

🎣 The perfect Father’s Day gift for the outdoorsman in your life

The perfect Father’s Day gift for the outdoorsman in your life
Presented by a FTWtoday Partner
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Swing by Marksmen before your next outdoor adventure. | Photo via Unsplash
Still searching for a Father’s Day gift? Surprise the father figure in your life with a Marksmen Firearms & Outfitters gift card.

Marksmen offers a selection of firearms, accessories, and specialty items for the hunter or fisher in your life. (Think: Fishing rods, reels, lures, knives, and more.)

Plus, their knowledgeable and friendly staff (comprised of retired military and law enforcement) can guide customers to the right products — whether they are new to firearms or experienced, skilled shooters.

Bonus: They offer a free 90-day layaway and a 10% discount for military and first responders.

Snag your father’s day gift + local outdoor gear at Marksmen in Mansfield, open Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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News Notes
Coming Soon
  • Dallas-based La La Land Kind Cafe is expanding to Fort Worth with a new location planned at 5733 Camp Bowie Blvd. According to a recent filing, the coffee shop — known for its signature yellow design and kind-hearted staff — will kick off construction in mid-July + open in October.
Travel
  • DFW Airport is reopening a 200-ft wide runway for this summer’s busy travel season. The runway was previously closed for renovations of Terminal C and the construction of Terminal F, but construction phasing will allow the airport’s widest runway to reopen. (The Dallas Morning News)
Biz
  • $137,000. That’s how much money four downtown businesses received in grants following the explosion at the Sandman Hotel in January. The funds from the city were distributed to Cowtown Segway Adventures, Le’Creamian, Barber’s Bookstore, and David Dalton Salon for repairs, rent and mortgage, and other expenses. (Fort Worth Report)
Festival
  • A new music and food festival is headed to AT&T Stadium next spring. The Lone Star Smokeout is slated for May 2-4, 2025. The inaugural event will have a country music acts and national barbecue vendors. Local pitmasters include Panther City BBQ and Hurtado Barbecue.
Trending
  • Two “Yellowstone” stars got hitched in secret last fall, but Vogue has revealed details and photos of the North Texas wedding. Actors Hassie Harrison and Ryan Bingham, who play sweethearts in Taylor Sheridan’s hit series, tied the knot in a “cowboy black-tie” wedding in Dallas on the bride’s family estate.
Sports
  • How are the Texas Rangers rookies looking so far this season? The hosts of Locked On’s daily podcasts discuss rising farm players Jack Leiter, and why Sebastian Walcott and young outfielders Wyatt Langford and Evan Carter.
    Real Estate
    • Dreaming about what life at Walsh is like? You don’t have to dream anymore. The Walsh Neighborhood Summer Showcase is happening Saturday, June 8, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Fort Worthians are invited to celebrate the grand opening of 14 new model homes from the development’s award-winning builders. RSVP.*
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    Tech

    🔌 Plug it in, plug it in

    Decode the code: Electric vehicle charging on residential properties
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    In case you missed it — the new north Fort Worth LG electric vehicle charging factory will start production by the end of 2024. | Photo by Brandon Wade/LG Electronics USA
    It’s no secret that electric vehicles are on the rise — a record 1.2 million electric vehicles were sold in the US in 2023. If you’re thinking about getting around gas prices with a new EV, but don’t know where to start, plug in to your research with this quick explainer on electric vehicle charging.

    Charging at home

    Level 1 chargers plug into a standard 120-volt (NEMA 5-15) electrical outlet using the cord that comes with the vehicle. While it doesn’t require extra equipment for your home, this method can take up to several days to fully charge the car.

    Level 2 chargers plug into a 240-volt (NEMA 14-50) receptacle — like the one used for home appliances — and can charge the car in about seven hours. Adding or changing the electrical options in your home fall under the City of Fort Worth’s residential electric code. Look for electricians who are both registered and licensed + use the city’s portal to determine and apply for the appropriate permits for your project.
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    The Buy

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    Summer slides for Father’s Day. The OOFOS slides are easy to slip on and engineered to reduce stress on feet, joints, and back, so they’re perfect for Dad. Bonus: Grab a pair for yourself.
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    Does your dog have a popular name?
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    Sammy is a 4-year-old Rat Terrier/Chihuahua mix + Alfie is a 9-year-old ginger Boston Terrier. | Photos submitted by readers
    Earlier this week, we shared that the three most popular dog names in Fort Worth are Baxter, Alfie, and Sammy — according to a new survey from US News & World Report. We asked you to share photos of your pup if they sport one of those notable nicknames.

    Shout out to reader Jodi H. for sending us a shot of Sammy and reader Alexandra C. for the pic of Alfie.
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    Last week, I hit up the Johnnie Walker Golf Club experience at the Charles Schwab Challenge. I got to taste test some signature cocktails served to celebrate a new collaboration with golf apparel brand Devereux Golf.

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