06.18.2024

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Trinity 5000 Summer Series: Test yourself in the heat

The runners prepare to get rolling on a Thursday night across the bottom of the Tarrant Community College hill in downtown. | Photo courtesy of Cox Racing Services

Imagine running for four decades. Okay, so not continuously like Forrest Gump, but annually during the Trinity 5000 Summer Series.

For the last 39 years, the summer running series hosted by Cox Racing Services has brought Fort Worthians together to hit the Trinity Trails every Thursday — which is typically followed by a post-run beer. This year’s series is already running and will continue through Aug. 29. The course is (somewhat) shady and largely flat. Your race options are:

1K fun run/walk: Departs at 7:15 p.m.
5K run: 7:30 p.m.

Runners leave from downtown, across the bridge from the bottom of the Tarrant County College hill (referred to sometimes as Mile Marker Zero for the Trails system), and run to the Mark Twain statue on the Trinity Trails and back.

Costs

Online pre-registration is encouraged. A single 5K run would cost $20 ($30 with a custom t-shirt), but you can also register for all races at $200.

The origin story

The series is the brainchild of Ricky Cox, who discovered a passion for running his senior year at O.D. Wyatt High School in 1978. A natural athlete, he won the Cowtown Marathon in 1981, 1982, and 1986. Now, he runs Cox Racing Services with his son Demery, and they put on the majority of road races along the Trinity Trails annually.

Ricky Cox captures one of his three Cowtown Marathon titles in the 1980s.
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Photo courtesy of Demery Cox

A personal reflection

City Editor Ted, here — I did the 5000 series in 2017. I paid for all 12 events, but only ran eight. It’s absolutely brutally hard, and very hot some nights, but you meet awesome people. I still have some friends and acquaintances around town from that summer.

Participating in the event brings a sense of accomplishment and a fun way into an active community. Believe me, I’m no runner and I got through it.

The series is billed as “the summer place for active people.” Skill levels vary (I was about a 13-minute mile), but most 5K runners finish by 8:20 p.m. Afterwards, informal groups gather under the trees on the Trinity Trails, and some groups bike to Woodshed Smokehouse, Flying Saucer, or HG Sply for a beer.

Events

Tuesday, June 18

Stroller Stories | Tuesday, June 18 | 10-10:45 a.m. | Vivian J. Lincoln Library, 8829 McCart Ave., Fort Worth | Free | Take an educational lap around the outdoor walking trail, which includes singing and stretching + a post-stroll book reading for your little ones.
Silent Book Club | Tuesday, June 18 | 4-9 p.m. | Hotel Dryce, 3621 Byers Ave., Fort Worth | Free | We switched from “Anne of Green Gables” to “Mindhunter” — pretty different genres, sure — so what will you be reading this evening?

Wednesday, June 19

Spark Workshops | Wednesday, June 19 | 5-8 p.m. | SiNaCa Studios, 1013 W. Magnolia Ave., Fort Worth | $44 | Pick your colors and manipulate the glass to create your one-of-a-kind glass platter.
¡MAYDAY! Live at Haltom Theatre| Wednesday, June 19 | 8 p.m. | Haltom Theater, 5601 E. Belknap St., Haltom City | $20-$25 | The Miami hip hop band, along with GLOAT Entertainment and DJ Hoppa, take to the stage.

Thursday, June 20

Open Mic at Avoca Coffee Roasters | Thursday, June 20 | 7-10 p.m. | Avoca Coffee Roasters, 1311 W. Magnolia Ave., Fort Worth | Free | Instrumentalists and singers are welcome; comedy is open, but must be civil and pre-approved by the host.
Karaoke at Rabbit Hole Pub | Thursday, June 20 | 9-11:45 p.m. | Rabbit Hole Pub, 3237 White Settlement Rd., Fort Worth | Free | Belt out “Tiny Dancer” and more hits as you nibble on bites from the Chef Taco food truck.

Events calendar here

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Finance

💰 4 ways to hack your finances with cash flow budgeting

4 ways to hack your finances with cash flow budgeting

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Did you know you should revisit your budget + financial plan every six months? | Photo provided by United Texas Credit Union

When was the last time you looked at your budget? Even the best-laid plans change occasionally — especially during times of inflation (cough, cough, like right now).

If your current budget isn’t working, it’s time for a refresh.

Cash flow budgeting can help guide you in the right direction, whether you’re looking to pay off debt, save for a large purchase, or bolster your emergency fund.

Here’s how it works:

Automate your savings: Remember to “pay” yourself with each automatic deposit to a savings account.
Prioritize and pay for monthly essentials.
Spend the leftovers: Here’s your opportunity to use your extra cash to indulge in an extra iced latte, plan a weekend getaway, or add it to your savings.
Roll over what’s left: This type of budgeting allows flexibility so you can support your finances where you see fit.

Connect with United Texas Credit Union to learn how to save big or support your other financial needs.

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News Notes

Civic

Weigh in on Fort Worth’s future today at two meetings: Tarrant Regional Water District will discuss the future of LaGrave Field at 9 a.m. (800 E. Northside Dr.), and from 6-8:30 p.m., the city will entertain public comment on the 2050 Comprehensive Plan at Will Rogers Memorial Center (3401 W. Lancaster).

Community

City Council approved $36,600 in grants to support the Fresh Access Program and healthy snack options at 22 community and athletic center programs this summer. In 2023, the program benefitted 42,000+ people + distributed over 238,000 lbs of produce. Now that’s a lot of fruits and veggies.

Development

Escalante Golf is headed to the Foch Street Warehouses mixed-use development this fall. The FTW-based company, which owns and operates 23 luxury golf courses and clubs in 14 states, is expected to occupy 25,000 sqft of space for its corporate offices. (Fort Worth Report)

Sports

TCU had two of its past football teams on ESPN’s list of the most influential college football teams of all-time: The 2010 Rose Bowl-winning outfit, and one that fewer of us probably remember, the 1935 Horned Frogs. TCU’s two national championships in football are 1935 and 1938.

History

The Texas Historical Commission awarded an Official Historic Texas Cemetery Marker to the Lake Como Community Cemetery. There will be a public dedication ceremony on Saturday, July 6 at 10 a.m.

Arts

Maggie Adler, a curator at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art, will depart the museum after 11 years in mid-July to focus on recharging and personal projects. Adler is responsible for some of the museum’s most notable exhibits of the past decade, including Plexus No. 34 by Gabriel Dawe. (Glasstire)

Stat

35% of 3rd-8th grade students in Fort Worth met grade level standards on State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) exams in 2024, down from 36% in spring 2023.

Drink Up

Raise a glass, drop a deal. We’ll be toasting to Drink Up Week — a celebration of Fort Worth’s vibrant beverage scene — from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26. If you own a local business that serves beverages, join us by offering a fun drink deal to our readers — we may include it in a newsletter.

Listen

Drake Toll dives into Big 12 expansion rumors and private equity naming rights. Simply put, are they messing up sports? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Big 12 with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

Today Is

National Go Fishing Day. Marksmen offers a wide selection of fishing gear, accessories, and specialty items. (Think: Fishing rods, reels, lures, knives, and more.) See how their reely knowledgable staff can help you choose the best products for your next fishing trip.*

Learn

Crafting custom cars isn’t just a job at House of Hotrods — it’s a passion that fuels every project. Read: The House of Hotrods’ team loves building these automotive masterpieces. Meet the team behind this award-winning shop.*

Sports

⚽️ Where to watch Euro 2024

HopFusion draws big crowds for soccer, including these gentlemen during a 2022 US Men’s National Team game. | Photo courtesy of HopFusion Ale Works

The European soccer championships, more often known as “Euro 2024,” are underway. All games are on FOX, and typically two-four games are televised per day through Sunday, July 14

A breakdown of the games:

The bracket stage, aka single-elimination, begins on Saturday, June 29
Quarterfinals are Friday, July 5 + Saturday, July 6
Semifinals are Tuesday, July 9 and Wednesday, July 10
The championship is Sunday, July 14.

Stop by these local pubs to catch a match.

HopFusion Ale Works | 200 E. Broadway Ave.
HopFusion has emerged as a major soccer destination in Fort Worth in recent years, hosting some huge meet-ups for the Fort Worth Vaqueros club + during the 2022 World Cup.

Upper 90 on College | 961 W. Magnolia Ave.
Upper 90 hosts Tottenham Hotspur watch parties during the English Premier League season, but will televise all Euro games.

Ye Olde Bull and Bush | 2300 Montgomery St.
The British pub also known for darts is televising all games — particularly those of 2024 favorite Britain.

Flying Saucer | 111 E. Third St.
Feel a little European as you sample the diverse beer menu, with soccer on televisions right above the bar.

The Buy

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The perfect wedding guest outfit for your next summer or fall affair. Don’t forget the sparkly, satin-y shoes.

Answered

Your views on outdoor activities

Last week, we asked how you felt about summer outdoor activities after sharing the return of the Ballet Concerto in Clearfork — which hits the stage later this week by the way.Turns out, Fort Worthians are mostly heat-lovers.

Here’s the breakdown:

Uh, can I stream it somehow? | 54.5%
I’m all in, baby! | 45.5%

Admittedly running 3.1 miles is a tad different than watching ballet on a lawn, but maybe some of you will come out for Trinity 5000 Series this year.

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