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Fort Worth 🤝 Paris Olympics
A view of Paris, France decked out with Paris 2024 Olympics signs and banners.
The Paris 2024 Olympics run from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, Aug. 11. | Erin McPherson, 6AM City
Light the torch and cue that iconic Olympics theme song — we’re ready for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics happening today through Sunday, Aug. 11.

At this summer’s Olympic Games, approximately 10,500 athletes from around the world will compete across 32 sports. Since we’re all about keeping it local, we’ve rounded up eight Paris 2024 Olympians with ties to Fort Worth and the surrounding areas to keep your eye on.

Let the Games begin.

Conner Prince, Shooting
Talk about starting things off with a bang. Prince hails from Burleson, TX (~25 minutes south of Fort Worth) and is part of the US Shotgun Team. Paris 2024 will be his first Olympics and he’ll be competing in skeet shooting beginning Friday, Aug. 2.

Hailey Van Lith, 3x3 Women’s Basketball
Originally from Wenatchee, WA, Van Lith played three seasons of college basketball at University of Louisville before recently transferring to Texas Christian University in Fort Worth. She earned her spot on Team USA’s small but mighty 3x3 Basketball team, which begins competing on Tuesday, July 30.

Bonus: Van Lith is the only TCU athlete playing for Team USA in Paris, but there are eight other TCU athletes playing for additional countries, including tennis star Cam Norrie for Great Britain.

Chiaka Ogbogu, Volleyball
This 6-ft-2 volleyball standout who plays the middle position is from Coppell, TX (~30 miles from Fort Worth) and is a University of Texas alumna. Team USA volleyball begins playing Monday, July 29.
 
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In the Ancient Olympic Games, did athletes compete with or without clothes on?
 
 
Events
 
Friday, July 26
  • Spark Workshops | Hummingbird Feeder, Suncatcher | Friday, July 26 | 5-9 p.m. | SiNaCa Studios, 1013 W. Magnolia Ave., Fort Worth | $48-$52 | These events are kid-friendly, with the suncatcher craft open to creatives age 5+, while the feeder project is 14+.
  • Celebrity Chef Dinner & Fundraiser: Chef Kevin Martinez | Friday, July 26 | 6-8 p.m. | Taste Community Restaurant, 1200 S. Main St., Fort Worth | $300-$2500 | Join Fort Worth’s award-winning Chef Kevin Martinez of Tokyo Cafe and Heirlooms as he prepares a multi-course menu to support Taste Project.
Saturday, July 27
  • Parent Day Out - Exploring Space with Lionstein | Saturday, July 27 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | The Learning Experience - Fort Worth Summer Creek, 7345 Canyon Park Dr., Fort Worth | $40-$50 | Drop your kids off to learn about space while you get some space — win-win.
  • “The Greatest Showman” Tribute by Vienna Light Orchestra | Saturday, July 27 | Times vary | Ridglea Theater, 6025 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth | $35-$125 | Musicians and vocalists from seven countries perform iconic music from “The Greatest Showman,” including “A Million Dreams” and “Rewrite the Stars.”
Sunday, July 28
  • 92.1 HANK FM Sunday Showcase Open Mic | Sunday, July 28 | 3-5 p.m. | Fort Worth Stockyards, 131 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth | Free | Aspiring musicians, take note: Bring your guitar + voice to this singer-songwriter competition where you can win weekly prizes and, ultimately, a grand prize.
  • Peso Peso El Patron 2 Tour | Sunday, July 28 | 8 p.m. | Haltom Theater, 5601 E. Belknap St., Haltom City | $25-$30 | Jam out to notable songs like “Hardest Ese Ever” and “Merch” from the viral rapper, who’s followed by 445,000 people on Instagram.
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News Notes
 
Drink Up
  • How refreshing. Drink Up Week runs through today — our annual celebration of Cowtown’s drink culture. Local businesses are offering buzzy deals like 20% off any latte at Pax & Beneficia Coffee, so treat yourself and toast to our town’s vibrant bevvy scene.
Cause
  • The State Fair of Texas is hosting a new fundraiser to benefit a local nonprofit. Stop by The Rustic on Sept. 12 for a live country concert with proceeds going to the Big Tex Youth Livestock Auction and Scholarship Program. Tickets are on sale now.
Closed
  • After 12 years as a free, summertime tubing + concert option, “Rockin’ the River” has called it quits. Organizer Tarrant Regional Water District says the decision was part of a process to “prioritize hosting and management of community recreation events.” (CultureMap Fort Worth)
Try This
  • Last month, Bass Hall debuted “Yoga With A View,” where you do a one-hour class on the performance stage. It was a success, so they’re bringing it back on Sunday, Aug. 4 at 11:30 a.m. The event is 18+, free for members, and $25 for non-members.
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Community
  • If you don’t mind a little poke, you could help the American Red Cross. The organization is seeking blood and platelet donations from Thursday, Aug. 1-Thursday, Aug. 15. Donors will receive a $20 Amazon gift card. (NBC5)
Feel Good
  • A plumber at University of North Texas accidentally found a time capsule while working; it was left by a group of suitemates in the late 1970s who have remained lifelong friends. (WFAA)
Number
  • Per WalletHub’s study on inflation changes by city, the consumer price index increased 5% from May 2023 to May 2024 in Fort Worth. The national increase was 3.3%. Pro tip: embrace the sub-$10 lunch.
Olympics
  • The 2024 Summer Olympics are happening now in Paris, France — you can follow along with Team USA — and some of the athletes mentioned above in this very newsletter — using WFAA’s Olympics coverage.
Sports
  • Could Clemson or Florida State be headed to the Big 12 in the next 2-3 years? What about Miami? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Big 12 with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Biz
  • What do 12,000+ local professionals, aspiring business leaders, and entrepreneurs have in common? They subscribe to 817 Biz, Tarrant County’s premier business newsletter that features no-snooze, bite-size business news. Sign up for free — and see it in your inbox on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings.*
Health
Finance
  • 2024’s “it card” is here. Not only does it offer a $200 bonus, but also unlimited 1.5% cash back and 0% intro APR until 2025. (Annual fee? We don’t know her.)*
 
 
Drink
 

🍻 A few new options for you
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In part because of the art on the side of their building, False Idol Brewing and its regular patrons often refer to it as “The Wolf’s Den.” | Photo by FTWtoday
Fort Worth has a diverse brewing history, and boasts about 15 breweries + compelling beer stories, but the Mid-Cities breweries are making a name for themselves as well. Here are three to patronize:

False Idol Brewing | 7924 Maplewood Ave., North Richland Hills
A personal favorite of City Editor Ted, this spot along Route 26 changes its beer selection frequently, but is IPA-heavy in general. It also offers unique trivia events and all-day Sunday happy hours.

Turning Point Brewery | 1309 Brown Trail, Bedford
Open since 2018, try the Nerd Alert Triple IPA. “We’ve completely lost our minds with this one,” says the description in the taproom.

Keyworth Brewing | 6428 Davis Blvd., North Richland Hills
A newer entrant into the Mid-Cities breweries game, one notable element is how family-friendly it is. The interior is lined with bookshelves featuring kids’ activities and games for all ages.
 
The Buy
 
A foldable lap desk — it’s great for those who work from home, college students heading back to school, or anyone looking to read, write, or stream while they sip coffee in bed (read: us).
 
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Ted
If you’re getting all into the competitive spirit of the Olympics, there’s a rubber duck race at the Bedford YMCA (2801 Forest Ridge Dr.) tomorrow at 9 a.m. You show up, decorate a duck, and they take off at 9:20 a.m. There are prizes for first through third, and Frio’s Pops will be there too.

Maybe your 100-meter isn’t what it used to be (... or ever was), but duck racing might be exactly your speed as the events commence in Paris.
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