The grain silos are located at 3700 Alice St. | Photo by John Roberts
Last summer, we told you that the 100-year-old grain silos in Worth Heights could be demolished this year. One permit was already issued back in July to tear down a portion of the silos, but four more need to be approved by the city to remove all of the structures on the 2.9-acre lot. While we wait for the approval, let’s unpack the silos’ century-long history.
Origin
Between 1924 and 1926, Fort Worth Elevator & Warehouse constructed the 12-story grain silos. A grain silo (or elevator) is a tall, cylindrical structure that is used to store grain such as corn, wheat, barley, and oats. They usually have an advanced temperature control system to manage the quality of the stored grain.
Bunge North America, an agribusiness company that buys, stores, and sells agricultural commodities, operated the Worth Heights silos, which relied on the city’s status as a transportation hub for major rail lines for the business’s success.
Women in Wine | Wednesday, March 12 | 5-7 p.m. | Wines From Abroad | Free | Celebrate Women’s History Month by enjoying complimentary samples of women-owned wine.
Mike Tuck | 9 p.m. | Magnolia Motor Lounge | Free | Doors open at 7 p.m. to see the country music artist who’s worked closely with Pat Green and Neal McCoy.
Thursday, March 13
Couples Cook: Cozy French Supper | 6:30-9 p.m. | Central Market Fort Worth | $105 | Grab a date and join a small class to learn how to cook short ribs in red wine, potato gratin with gruyere cheese + pear and almond tart.
Men’s American Basketball Championship | Thursday, March 13-Sunday, March 16 | Dickies Arena | $250+ | Grab single-day or full-tournament passes to watch the best AAC men’s teams complete for the trophy.
Friday, March 14
Josh Weathers | 10 a.m. | Billy Bob’s Texas | $18+ | Watch the “He Ain’t Worth Missing” and “Wild Ones” singer perform at the world-famous music venue.
Spark Workshop | 5-9 p.m. | SiNaCa Studios | $60 | Reserve a spot to pick your colors and manipulate glass to create your one-of-a-kind glass shamrock.
🎹 The world’s best pianists take the stage this spring
Presented by The Cliburn
Head to PepsiCo Recital Hall at TCU this March to witness firsthand the artistry and passion of some of the world’s best pianists during the Screening Auditions. | Photo by Ralph Lauer
The world’s top pianists will compete for career-defining glory in the hopes of launching an international career.
Bonus: Get a free sneak peek of the action during the Screening Auditions, happening March 16-22, where a select 77 pianists will compete for the final 30 spots in the competition.
Tickets are now on sale for the National Medal of Honor Museum coming to Arlington. Reserve your spot for the free grand opening on Saturday, March 22, or wait for the museum to open to the public on Tuesday, March 25. The exhibits will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Announced
The Marmen Quartet has canceled its performance during the Chamber Music Society of Fort Worth’s “Multiple Levels of Virtuosity” production. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Marmen Quartet won’t attend, but the show will go on. Tickets are up for grabs to attend on Saturday, March 15, at 2 p.m.
Opening
Laundry and coffee. Sure, why not? TB’s Laundromat and Cafeis coming to north Fort Worth and is combining washing machines and espresso. Make sure to stop by the Basswood Crossing Shopping Center later this month. Pick-up and delivery services will also be available. (CultureMap Fort Worth)
Outdoors
Night owls, it’s your time to shine. Later this week, a total lunar eclipse will be visible across the US, illuminating the moon in a dusty red hue called a “blood worm moon.” Here in Fort Worth, the total eclipse will begin Friday morning around ~1:26 a.m. (NPR)
Small Biz
Own a small business in town? Let us highlight you in our Small Business Week coverage from Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10. Join us by filling out this form by Sunday, March 16.
History
Who is Rebecca Murphy? WFAA reporter Paul B. Livengood shared the story of Texas’s first-known female sommelier who hosted a wine-tasting event for seniors at Edgemere Senior Living in Dallas. (WFAA)
Feel Good
Fort Worth Animal Control officers and police joined a little Fort Worthian’s special birthday celebration last month. Camilla, who turned three, was the victim of a dog attack last year, when she built tight bonds with the first responders. Despite the incident, Camilla was joyous at her party guests’ attendance.
Sports
The Dallas Cowboys have struck a deal with former Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams. Williams’s signing is official today for $3 million + an incentive package. Get the biggest stories on “America’s Team” from the local experts at Locked On with their daily podcasts.
For Kids
Is your kiddo ready to learn the ABCs of the wild? Sign them up for Zoo Preschool. This wildly fun introduction to education features an immersive and interactive approach to development that prepares them for their next steps into a classroom.*
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The Buy
The Buy
A pair of buttery soft joggers. They’re available in 16 different colors, including posh pastels like pink suede and mint green that are perfect for spring.
Hawaii Fluid Art is located at 6333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Ste. 250. | Photo by FTWtoday
Check out these custom trucker hats I made at Hawaii Fluid Art. The Camp Bowie company offers fluid art, resin tumblers, glass painting, and custom charcuterie boards, but I’ve always wanted to make a custom patch trucker hat. I ended up making two because I was so obsessed.
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