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Events
Mardi Gras events in Fort Worth
“Laissez les bons temps rouler” — Let the good times roll in Panther City.
February 12, 2026 10:34 AM
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Kate Mazade
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Development
TCU begins construction on $40 million athletic facility expansion
All 22 athletic programs at TCU will utilize the facility to focus on mental health and well-being, including strength, nutrition, wellness, and restoration.
February 6, 2024
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Food
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at these white tablecloth restaurants
Eat your heart out at these fancy white tablecloth restaurants.
February 6, 2024
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Live
Stay in the know: Major developments planned for Fort Worth
Stay ahead of the curve on FTW’s newest businesses with our guide to the latest and upcoming developments in Fort Worth. Explore the exciting wave of new restaurants, downtown landmarks, and parks transforming the local landscape and contributing to Fort Worth’s growth.
February 4, 2024
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Food
TikTok sensation Keith Lee is bringing his food tour to North Texas
The internet sensation is asking DFW locals to recommend their favorite restaurants for him to try when he stops by North Texas on his food tour.
January 23, 2024
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Food
Cozy up at these 15 Fort Worth restaurants with fireplaces
Don’t let the freezing temps keep you indoors — head to these local restaurants and gather around the indoor and outdoor fireplaces.
January 19, 2024
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Culture
The Fort Worth Zoo welcomes baby giraffe to its herd
The zoo has been busy celebrating birthdays over the last few months with the birthday of a new lion cub in October and a giraffe calf on January 1.
January 19, 2024
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Rebecca McRobbie
The Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House now hosts special events | Photo via @plastikdust
City
Nominate historic Fort Worth sites for assistance
The annual Most Endangered Places list highlights historic landmarks and resources threatened by several different circumstances.
January 12, 2024
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Rebecca McRobbie
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City
It’s a boy! The Fort Worth Zoo welcomes new lion cub
Oh baby, the Fort Worth Zoo welcomed the adorable new lion cub in October of 2023.
January 11, 2024
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Rebecca McRobbie
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City
Historic XTO Energy Building will be converted to a hotel
The 1910 landmark office space is set to be converted to an extended stay Residence Inn.
January 2, 2024
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Kate Mazade
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Culture
Answered: What would a Hallmark movie based in Fort Worth look like?
We asked our readers what a Hallmark movie based in Cowtown would look like — here are a few of our favorite answers we received.
December 20, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
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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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Play
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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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
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Dylan Aycock
The Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House now hosts special events | Photo via @plastikdust
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
Play
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