Dallas’ Far Out has been featured as a top restaurant in D Magazine. | Photo by @farout.dallas
Roll out the red carpet, food lovers (but watch the crumbs). Yesterday, the semifinalists were announced for the 2026 James Beard Awards — one of the culinary world’s most prestigious prizes — and North Texas stars are shining bright.
We present to you the four locals up for Texas’ Best Chefs. They are:
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, March 31, when the finalists will be announced and Monday, June 15, when the winners will be revealed. Now, let’s dive in...
A chapter comes to a close for Visit Fort Worth as President and CEO Bob Jameson announces his retirement. His last day will be Thursday, April 30. The bureau will launch a national search for his successor. Stay tuned for the announcement. (Fort Worth Magazine)
Traffic
State and local transportation officials have started pre-treating major roads with a brine solution as a looming arctic blast prepares to move in. Crews will be on standby 24/7, but drivers are urged to stay updated by using DriveTexas. (NBC DFW)
Plan Ahead
The 2026 black-tie Cliburn Gala is coming Friday, April 10, to the Fort Worth Zoo. “Iconically American” will be an ode to the country’s 250th birthday. Two Texas legends — Lyle Lovett and Robert Earl Keen — will make special performances. Grab tickets.
Sports
The 2026 TCU football schedule is here. The Frogs will open the season in Dublin and close it in Lubbock against the reigning Big 12 champs. ICYMI — this week, the team just barely landed on AP’s Top 25 College Football Poll. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Weather
Friday calls for milk and bread, while Saturday calls for beer and wine. WFAA’s weatherman Pete Delkus had fun planning his end of the week forecast. Take a look. Seriously, folks — stay safe and warm out there.
Active
Last month, a Waxahachie man ran seven marathons on seven continents in just about seven days. Now he’s just one of the few hundred people in the world who can claim World Marathon Champion. Think you can beat him?Start training. (WFAA)
Listen
This week, No. 12 Texas Tech sunk the Baylor Bears 92-73 in Waco. Get game recaps, player stats, and more from the local experts of Locked On daily podcasts.
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$1,049. That’s how much Tarrant County residents saved on average when they used Ownwell to protest their 2025 property taxes. Ownwell takes care of the entire protest process, saving you money and headaches. See how much you could save.*
The Buy
A great dermaplaning razor for unwanted facial hair. This reusable, plastic-free one comes with 11 refill blades and can remove dead skin cells, peach fuzz, and hair on the upper lip, cheeks, and eyebrows.
What do scientists call the mental reset you get from being in nature?
This month, we introduced our readers to the Fort Worth Botanic Garden’s NatureRx program — which allows guests to participate in outdoor activities for free.
About 15% of readers guessed the correct answer — it’s called attention restoration. Just 20 minutes in nature per day can help lower stress hormones — 100% of you got that right.
The Wrap
The Wrap
Today’s edition by: Elizabeth Hastings
Nothing like a mid-week massage to pass the time. This week, I went back to City Cave for the third time to try out a 50-minute Swedish massage. Who remembers when City Cave Near Southside first opened?
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