Consider these âpumpkin conciergesâ your porchâs Fairy Godmother, taking your fall-inspired decor vision from Pinterest board to reality. | Photo courtesy of @porchside_patch
Ready to fall in love with a new decorating trend? According to an article by Axios, porch pumpkin decorating services are booming across the US â and of course, Fort Worth got the memo.
If you want to pumpkin spice things up around your home, let the professionals handle it + snag a spot on one of these local bizâs books.
Pumpkin Stack
After you pick from one of six packages (starting at $300), an expert team will deliver, design, and stage a picture-perfect pumpkin-themed display. Bonus: Theyâll even come to remove and recycle your pumpkins after the season.
Porches and More
Choose to let the pros design and stage a display for as low as $375, or opt to go the DIY route and pick up a pre-made display from Keller Pumpkin Patch.
Porchside Patch
Pumpkin packages here start at $275, and you can work with the team to add on extra hay bales and mums to make a totally custom look.
Pumpkin Perfection
In addition to pumpkin displays, this biz also offers pre-made and custom fall centerpieces, plus bows to add an extra autumnal touch to your door wreaths.
Would you ever consider hiring a professional porch decorator?
A. Without a doubt â Iâm all about the seasonal decor. B. Possibly â but only if I were really short on time. C. I donât think so â I prefer to do my own decorating. D. Something else
Heads up, West Seventh Street travelers â beginning Monday, Oct. 6, officials will close a portion of the road from Carroll Street to University Drive for approximately four months as crews upgrade the water main system. Additional closure information will be posted on the cityâs website. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Opening
The Hardenâs first residents are expected to move in in October, but thatâs not the only new thing coming to the community. In the spring, itâs expected to add a cafe, cocktail bar, and fine-dining restaurant, all operated by Fort Worthians Jenna and Micah Kenard â stay tuned for more deets. (Fort Worth Report)
Concert
Weâre âBurninâ Up,â because the Jonas Brothers have announced the addition of Fort Worth to their âGreetings from Your Hometownâ tour. Tickets for the Thursday, Dec. 4 show at Dickies Arena go on sale this Thursday, Oct. 2 at 10 a.m.
Watch
Gooooaaallllll. On Friday, Dec. 5, FIFA officials will announce the teams playing in the 2026 World Cup. Join in on the fun by attending the official regional watch party at Billy Bobâs Texas from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. â there will be music, special events, and even celebrity appearances. (Community Impact)
Wellness
In honor of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Arlington City Council Representative Nikkie Hunter will host a free health and wellness fair at the Bob Duncan Center this Saturday, Oct. 4. Stop by from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for free health screenings, resources, and giveaways. (Fort Worth Report)
Sports
Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn is out for at least four weeks due to a collapsed lung. What does this mean for the teamâs opening night roster? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Dallas Stars with Locked Onâs daily podcasts.
Travel
Alabamaâs Beaches arenât just about the waves: Visit the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, catch a show at The Wharf, or dive into family fun at Adventure Island. Plan a fall trip to explore attractions that make your beach trip special.*
Finance
Tackling debt is crucial for many Americans in 2025. This trending card â âworth its weight in gold,â according to experts â offers 0% intro APR on balance transfers into 2027. (Read: Nearly two years of interest-free payments.)Learn more + apply.*
Watch
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It hit me today that there are just about three months left in 2025. Anyone else feel like this year has flown by?
One of my goals for this year was to try at least six recipes from two new cookbooks I bought at the beginning of the year. If youâre in the same boat and have cooking-related goals, consider making it a group activity with one of these local cooking classes.
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