The West Tower will feature the hospital’s signature blue roof and castle-like details. | Rendering courtesy of Cook Children’s
Cook Children’s Health System is broadening its footprint in the Medical District with a new 700,000-sqft tower.
The expansion kicks off a 10-year master plan to add another one million sqft to the system’s 2.5 million-sqft flagship location. It aims to increase capacity, which is currently close to full and prompts the hospital to send patients to other cities for care.
Located at the intersection of Eighth Avenue and Cooper Street, the new West Tower will add:
37 beds to the neonatal intensive care unit
An expanded and redesigned pediatric intensive care unit with 56 private rooms
Space for hematology and oncology services and research
More operating rooms
Expanded imaging services
160,000 sqft of shell space that can be adapted for future growth
According to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, construction is expected to start at the end of 2025.
Events
Events
Monday, Nov. 18
Rodeo Rink | 3-8:30 p.m. | Fort Worth Stockyards | $20+ | Get ready to glide with a 90-minute session on the opening day of the ice rink.
Dallas Cowboys | 7:15 p.m. | AT&T Stadium, Arlington | $39+ | Cheer on the Cowboys as they face the Houston Texans at Jerry World.
Tuesday, Nov. 19
Public Meeting | 6:30 p.m. | Ella Mae Shamblee Library | Free | Discuss transit strategies to increase access to food, healthcare, housing, and employments in the 76104 ZIP code.
Thanksgiving Floral Centerpiece | 5-7:30 p.m. | James Provisions, Hurst | $75 | Jazz up your holiday spread with a seasonal display workshop.
Whiskey + Laughs Wednesdays | 8-9:30 p.m. | Big Laugh Comedy Club | $10 | Try not to spill your whiskey while chuckling at these Texas comedians.
Thursday, Nov. 21
TCU Women’s Basketball | 12 p.m. | Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena | $11+ | Get your tickets to see the Horned Frogs take on Incarnate Word’s Cardinals.
Harbour | 7 p.m. | Tulips Fort Worth | $23+ | The indie rock band is bringing their “I Only Wanna Create” tour to Cowtown.
Friday, Nov. 29
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra: Home for the Holidays | Friday, Nov. 29-Saturday, Nov. 30 | 7:30 p.m. | Bass Performance Hall | $38.50+ | Guaranteed Santa sightings, snowfall, merry moments, and more all happening inside Bass Hall.*
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There is a chance of severe weather this morning from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. with up to 60 mph wind during morning commutes and school drop-offs. WFAA meteorologist Pete Delkus has the latest.
Sports
Jake Paul was victorious in Netflix’s first livestreamed boxing match on Friday, which an estimated 60 million people watched. Regardless of the winner, the fight packed a financial punch for Arlington, with an estimated $10 million economic impact on the city. (WFAA)
Real Estate
The City of Willow Park is annexing 317 acres at the southwest corner of I-20 and FM 1187. Catty-corner from the future UTA West, the mixed-use development is estimated at $500 million with 135 acres of commercial, 127 acres of residential, and 56 acres of light industrial use. (The Business Press)
Development
The zoning commission approved a zoning change that will allow the Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center to expand and construct visitor lodging, an event center, exhibit hall, food court, and storage. The 14-acre expansion at the southeast Fort Worth Buddhist monastery started as a campaign to build 840 stupas. (Fort Worth Report)
Ranked
No. 1. The Crescent Hotel topped Condé Nast Traveler’s list of best hotels in Texas according to readers. Grapevine’s Hotel Vin came in at No. 4, while Bowie House ranked No. 6. Time to book a staycation?
Closed
It’s time to say goodbye. Last week, Six Flags Over Texas closed two beloved roller coasters, La Vibora and El Diablo, to make way for a “record-breaking dive roller coaster” coming to the Spain section of the amusement park in 2026. (WFAA)
Featured
It doesn’t get more beautiful than this. Southern Living named two Cowtown locations as some of the most beautiful in the state of Texas: Trinity Park and the Fort Worth Stockyards.The Dallas Arboretum and Botanic Garden also made the list.
Edu
Fort Worth ISD’s International Newcomer Academy is set to relocate from Valentine Street to the Glencrest neighborhood. The decision is intended to help alleviate the overcrowding issue and reduce commuting times for the enrolled. Some neighborhood residents have already voiced concerns of increased foot and vehicle traffic. (Fort Worth Report)
Plan Ahead
Ready to dine in style?Ellerbe Fine Foods is hosting a five-course dinner crafted by James Beard semi-finalist Molly McCook, paired with six celebrated wines from Robert Foley Vineyards. Call 817-926-3663 to reserve seats for the Thursday, Jan. 16 culinary experience starting at $175 per person.
Try This
In case you missed it, we’re running our historical marker contest this month, and submissions are open through 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 3. Make a submission for a chance to be featured on our national map of readers’ landmarks.
Listen
After Thursday’s loss to the Utah Jazz, did Luka Dončić and the Mavs’ defense pick it back up against the San Antonio Spurs and the Oklahoma City Thunder over the weekend? Find out from the local experts of the Dallas Mavericks with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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Shop
You know we love buying local — especially during the holiday season. Snag your local outdoor gear (including specialty hunting + fishing gear) at Marksmen, open Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.*
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It’s here — Oprah’s Favorite Things list for 2024. We’re seeing: fluffy ear muffs, cozy slippers, french fry seasoning, and fancy chocolate bark.*
Preparing a full Thanksgiving dinner is not for the faint of heart. If you’re looking for a little relief but don’t want to quit Thanksgiving cold turkey — we’ve got you covered with 20 places to dine in + carry out this year.
Dine in
B&B Butchers & Restaurant | Guests can enjoy a three-course prix fixe meal that includes a choice of prime rib or turkey and mouth-watering desserts like pumpkin pie and apple crumble pie.
Fitzgerald | Choose from gumbo, a Thanksgiving plate with Cajun turkey breast, cornbread stuffing, whipped potatoes, crawfish mac and cheese, green beans, cranberry sauce, and pie for $55.
Carry out
Bonnell’s | Pre-order by Wednesday, Nov. 20 Enjoy Thanksgiving your way with Creole smoked or deep fried turkey, beef tenderloin, grilled quail, and more.
Hurtado Barbecue | Pre-order for pickup on Wednesday, Nov. 27 Opt for a traditional Thanksgiving with one of Hurtado’s whole turkeys, or mix it up by ordering a whole brisket, spiral ham, or rack of ribs.
Welcome back to Mansion Monday — This five-acre estate on Eagle Mountain Lake is perfect for sailing aficionados who like to host. The property features three homes, a dock with a party room, a six-hole putting green, and a children’s fort next to the pool with a floating fire pit.
