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Fun for the fam — 30 kid-friendly activities in Fort Worth
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Fort Worth, TX has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
October 22, 2025 09:00 AM
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Dylan Aycock
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Development
Upgrades headed to the Fort Worth Water Gardens
City Council recently approved a $367,000 contract with engineering firm Freese & Nichols to evaluate the 50-year-old downtown landmark.
March 26, 2024
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Kate Mazade
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Travel and Outdoors
Fall head over wheels for these artistic shared bikes
Fort Worth Bike Sharing has unveiled the full set of #FWBikesy bikes created by artist Gerald Bell.
March 19, 2024
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Kate Mazade
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City
Tarrant Regional Water District celebrates 100 years
The Tarrant Regional Water District supplies water to 2.3 million residents in 11 North Texas counties, including Tarrant County.
March 6, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Development
HR&A Advisors and Lake | Flato present Panther Island Vision 2.0
The development group, alongside lead designer Lake | Flato, presented an updated vision for the Panther Island Project to the Trinity River Water District and Fort Worth City Council.
March 5, 2024
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Kate Mazade
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Culture
Six Flags unveils new rides and improvements ahead of spring break
We’re breaking down what you can expect during your next visit to Six Flags.
March 4, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Travel and Outdoors
Experience Texas National Parks for free in 2024
Mark your calendar for these entrance fee–free dates in 2024 at Texas National Parks.
January 9, 2024
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Travel and Outdoors
Major Fort Worth Botanic Garden events to look forward to in 2024
Romaine calm — these upcoming garden events will knock your stalks off.
January 3, 2024
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Kate Mazade
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Sports
4 new and improved golf courses are teeing up next year
Get the read on the construction of Kelly Ranch Golf Club, PopStroke at Grandscape, and UnderPar Life + the renovation of Colonial Country Club and Meadowbrook Golf Course.
December 13, 2023
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Kate Mazade
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Hit the road slopes: The ultimate winter trip to Angel Fire, New Mexico
Just because Fort Worth might not have a white Christmas, doesn’t mean you have to miss out on ski season. Use this guide to book a winter trip to Angel Fire, New Mexico.
December 7, 2023
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Kate Mazade
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City
Get a sneak peek at the new Eastside YMCA transformation
The Eastside YMCA has been closed for renovations since 2020, but is set to reopen next fall.
November 15, 2023
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Kate Mazade
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Travel and Outdoors
8 campsites (and glampsites) you should visit near Fort Worth
Make the most of cooler temps by exploring these eight North Texas campsites.
November 4, 2025
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Ava Wojnowski
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Give back — 45+ nonprofit organizations for volunteering and donations
Lend a helping hand at the local organizations to volunteer or give back to in Fort Worth.
November 4, 2025
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Food
Pre-order your holiday pie with these 9 local bakeries
Don’t skimp on the holiday dessert with these local bakeries selling Texas’ favorite pecan pie.
November 3, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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Food
8+ places to get bagels around Fort Worth
Start your morning right with these must-try bagel spots in Fort Worth, from classic cream-cheese bagels to made-to-order sandwiches.
October 30, 2025
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Rebecca McRobbie
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City
What is on the Nov. 4 Election Day’s constitutional amendment ballot
Election Day is here again — check out this quick breakdown of the constitutional amendment ballot before you head to the polls.
October 28, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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City
Just how bad is the traffic in Fort Worth?
Spoiler alert: Traffic isn’t great. We dove into the Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s congestion data so you don’t have to.
October 27, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Fort Worth ISD
What a TEA takeover means for Fort Worth ISD
On Thursday, Oct. 23, the Texas Education Agency announced it will be taking over Fort Worth ISD in Texas’s second-largest public school intervention. What’s next?
October 23, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Real Estate
Houses around Fort Worth that look like they belong in horror movie
Uncover ghoulish architecture features that make a house look haunted and find out where to see a few around town.
October 21, 2025
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Katie Molck
Brunch
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The most important meal of the day — our guide to 45+ brunch spots around Fort Worth
Fort Worth’s restaurants, cafes, and diners serving up all the eggs, pancakes, mimosas, and other brunch favorites you want to eat.
October 17, 2025
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Rebecca McRobbie
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City
Come with us to the Fort Worth Chamber’s State of the City Address
Hear five key takeaways from this year’s sold-out event, plus share your Fort Worth story with Mayor Mattie Parker.
October 16, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings