Plus, have you seen Leon Bridges?
 
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90º | 0% chance of precipitation | Sunrise 7:21 a.m. | Sunset 7:16 p.m. | Full Weather Report | Traffic Report
 

Editor’s Note
The State Fair of Texas officially kicks off this weekend, and we couldn’t be more excited. Consult our guide before heading out to get tips on parking, tickets, food, and entertainment.
 
Top Stories
Rendering of a brick house with a wooden sign that reads "Crystal Springs Hideaway"

A new River District restaurant and beer garden is opening soon | This fall, a 1920s bungalow-style home transformed into a 2,700-sqft restaurant will open in the heart of the River District.

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The Texas tradition of homecoming mums | Homecoming season is here — and if you’re from Texas, you know it’s more than just ribbons, football, and alumni events.

FTW-Fort Worth Public Library

Perks of having a Fort Worth public library card | Did you know that your library card can check out a seven-day pass to the botanic garden, pickleball kits, and more?
 
Events
This Weekend
  • Hispanic Heritage Celebration | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Suvida Healthcare-Northside | Free | Enjoy performances by Latin Express Band, Ballet Folklorico DFW, and Abuelitos Unidors del Condado de Wise.
  • Oktoberfest | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 11 a.m.-11:59 p.m. | Trinity Park | $10+ | Celebrate German culture on the festival’s last day with beer, Bavarian food, shopping, family-friendly entertainment, and the highly anticipated Dachshund Dash.
  • Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra | Saturday, Sept. 28-Sunday, Sept. 29 | Times vary | Bass Performance Hall | $26+ | Take in the works of composers Richard Strauss + Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — head to the show an hour early for a pre-concert lecture diving deeper into the music.
  • Sunset Yoga at Lake Arlington | Sunday, Sept. 29 | 6:15-7:15 p.m. | Bowman Springs Park, Arlington | Free+ | Join this all-levels, donation-based yoga class as the sun sets.
Plan Ahead
  • “Company” | Tuesday, Oct. 1-Sunday, Oct. 6 | Times vary | Bass Performance Hall | $44+ | Watch the musical that features award-winning songs like “You Could Drive a Person Crazy” and “Being Alive.”
  • Fall Plant Sale | Thursday, Oct. 3-Saturday, Oct. 5 | Times vary | Fort Worth Botanic Garden | Cost of purchase | Pick up everything from zinnias and marigolds to celosia and citrus trees at this year’s sale.
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News Notes
Development
  • A $20 million facelift is on the books for the historic Stockyards Hotel. With all these developments in Fort Worth, read up on the cost of planting some roots in Cowtown.
Trending
  • Keep your eyes peeled for Leon Bridges. The Fort Worth native + Grammy Award winner has been spotted shooting promotional material around Cowtown for his upcoming album, “Leon.” So far, Bridges has been seen at the historic Sinclair Gas Station, the Boiled Owl Tavern, and Record Town. (Fort Worth Magazine)
Opening
  • Local taco stand Cafecito is moving into a brick and mortar space at the former Easy Monkey restaurant on Magnolia Avenue. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurant and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Real Estate
  • Want to be neighbors with celebrities Taylor Sheridan and Yolanda Hadid? A 7,019-sqft home along the Brazos River hit the market in Weatherford’s gated Silverado on the Brazos community. Take a tour of the “contemporary but rustic” three-story home.
Plan Ahead
  • It’s finally fall, meaning our calendars are packed with events like the Fort Worth EATZ Food Fest. Find more fun near you this season with our ultimate guide to Cowtown’s top happenings. We’ll see you there.
Listen
  • Will Andy Avalos be able to slow down the Kansas rushing attack this afternoon? Listen to gameday insights from the local experts of the TCU Horned Frogs with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
    Sports
    • The Concacaf Gold Cup is returning to AT&T Stadium in 2025. WFAA Digital Journalist Paul B. Livengood II shares the full scoop.
    Biz
    • In less than five minutes, you’ll be able to impress your boss + coworkers at the next happy hour. How? By reading 817 Biz, a free newsletter that features snippets of local business news. Stay up to date with Tarrant County’s local professionals + entrepreneurs by subscribing to the newsletter. (Hint: It’s free.)*
     
    City Guide

    Meet Fort Worth’s legendairy mascot

    The City of Fort Worth’s official mascot
    The University of Texas vs The City of Fort Worth's logo
    The University of Texas vs The City of Fort Worth’s logo. | Graphic by FTW
    Who’s the cow behind Cowtown? Today, we’re introducing you to Molly the cow — aka the City of Fort Worth’s mascot.

    You may recognize the logo [on the left] as Bevo. Sorry UT fans — there’s no correlation between the two. However, in 2002, the city + the University of Texas System entered into an agreement about the use and appearance of Molly. To prove the logos aren’t the same, take a closer look at the color — UT’s logo is Pantone 159 (burnt orange) and Molly’s is Pantone 725 (copper).

    Origin

    In 1909, a longhorn head sculpture was placed on the Livestock Exchange Building to honor the cattle industry. Legend has it that the sculpture was placed there so it could have a vantage point of all the activity in town. It was later given the name “Molly,” which is said to identify with the first longhorn in a herd.

    Molly became the official mascot in 2000. She symbolizes reverence to the past, reflects our city’s Western heritage, and promotes a sense of unity and pride.
    Where to find Molly
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