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A little something for everyone.
19/02/2024

A little something for everyone.

This sudden bout of nice weather has us already dreaming of seeing a show at Hip Pocket, the (mostly) al fresco theater located at 1950 Silver Creek Dr. in Fort Worth.

Top foodie events include a chili cookoff and a class on making brisket.
19/02/2024

Top foodie events include a chili cookoff and a class on making brisket.

Hints of spring are on horizon as the weather takes a warmer turn in the days ahead. Be here for it with a brisket-smoking class at a local brewery. Also learn how to deduce wine varietals using just your senses during a blind tasting class. Save room for a chili cook-off among local breweries by Su...

[Dropping everything and running to get this pudding right now.
19/02/2024

[Dropping everything and running to get this pudding right now.

This roundup of Fort Worth dining news includes upbeat openings, renovations, new menus, and new desserts. But there is also sad news of closures that have happened, or that may happen — unless diners get out there and dine.

The season will kick off with 'Cinderella' in September at Bass Hall.
19/02/2024

The season will kick off with 'Cinderella' in September at Bass Hall.

Dallas-Fort Worth nonprofit ballet company Texas Ballet Theater has unveiled its 2024-25 season with four major productions that range from a revered holiday classic to a world premiere.

The show will include a 25th anniversary celebration of Santana's 1999 album Supernatural.
18/02/2024

The show will include a 25th anniversary celebration of Santana's 1999 album Supernatural.

Guitarist Carlos Santana and rock band Counting Crows will co-headline the upcoming Oneness Tour, which will include a stop at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth on Thursday, August 15.

Prepare for the eclipse onslaught.
18/02/2024

Prepare for the eclipse onslaught.

Texas, prepare for the eclipse onslaught: A new study predicts that the Lone Star State will be the top destination for eclipse tourists, with more than a million visitors expected to travel here to catch the total solar eclipse on April 8.

This ranking's enough to make local drivers honkin' mad.
18/02/2024

This ranking's enough to make local drivers honkin' mad.

Fort Worth has long been classified as one of the most traffic-ridden cities in the U.S., and its drivers are now being ranked among the worst in the nation, according to a new study by Forbes Advisor.

These cool destinations are just a short road trip away.
18/02/2024

These cool destinations are just a short road trip away.

Spring break is fast approaching (it's the week of March 11 for Fort Worth ISD), but it's not too late to nail down some last-minute travel plans. Instead of rebooking the same ol' ski trip or crowded beach resort, this year consider something new – or at least new to you and your crew.

Behold the Taco Cabana Big Red margarita.
18/02/2024

Behold the Taco Cabana Big Red margarita.

San Antonio-based Tex-Mex chain Taco Cabana, which has become almost as famous for its margaritas as its tacos, has a new kitschy new flavor in the works, made in partnership with Texas soft drink Big Red.

The speakeasy is great for romantic date nights or late-night gatherings.
17/02/2024

The speakeasy is great for romantic date nights or late-night gatherings.

It's no reach to say that Taipo, a newly opened restaurant in downtown Arlington, is one-of-a-kind. The restaurant features Nepalese food, which on its own is unique in Dallas-Fort Worth. But it also comes with a hidden speakeasy, perfect for late-night gatherings or romantic dates.

As many who’ve line danced in its halls know, Billy Bob's does not have the best acoustics for concerts.
17/02/2024

As many who’ve line danced in its halls know, Billy Bob's does not have the best acoustics for concerts.

The world’s largest h***y tonk is in renovation mode: Billy Bob’s Texas, the Fort Worth country music venue, is deploying a set of improvements to its sound system, part of a welcome ongoing upgrade the Fort Worth country music venue has undertaken in recent years.

It's the end of the line today for one Tarrant TRE station.
17/02/2024

It's the end of the line today for one Tarrant TRE station.

There's a stop on the Trinity Railway Express (TRE) in the mid-cities that's closing, but where one stop closes, another opens.

New and cool spring break getaways, a Big Red margarita debut, and more top stories from the week.
17/02/2024

New and cool spring break getaways, a Big Red margarita debut, and more top stories from the week.

Editor's note: A lot happened this week, so here's your chance to get caught up. Read on for the week's most popular headlines. Looking for the best things to do this weekend? Find that list here.

How about a new-bar crawl? Here are 5 just-opened places to hit.
16/02/2024

How about a new-bar crawl? Here are 5 just-opened places to hit.

Amid the hubbub of the holidays - which around here include Christmas, New Year's Eve, and Rodeo Season - a fresh batch of bars opened quietly in Fort Worth. The lineup ranges from a game-watching adults-only playground to a modern whiskey bar where guests can customize and infuse their own bottle t...

The company will focus all of its efforts on Fort Worth. Yay Fort Worth!
16/02/2024

The company will focus all of its efforts on Fort Worth. Yay Fort Worth!

A pioneering local vegan concept has shut down a restaurant: Spiral Diner, the vegan concept founded in Fort Worth, has closed its location in Denton.

Simone, Suni, and Gabby are coming to Dickies Arena for one of the most spectacular gymnastics showdowns in history. Tic...
16/02/2024

Simone, Suni, and Gabby are coming to Dickies Arena for one of the most spectacular gymnastics showdowns in history. Tickets have just gone on sale!

Gymnastics' biggest stars are coming to Fort Worth for the 2024 Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships, May 30-June 2, at Dickies Arena.

Fort Worth is one of several North Texas cities that have a significant number of people who work from home.
16/02/2024

Fort Worth is one of several North Texas cities that have a significant number of people who work from home.

wfh life

The improvements are part of an overall series of upgrades at the world's largest h***y-tonk.
15/02/2024

The improvements are part of an overall series of upgrades at the world's largest h***y-tonk.

The world’s largest h***y tonk is in renovation mode: Billy Bob’s Texas, the Fort Worth country music venue, is deploying a set of improvements to its sound system, part of a welcome ongoing upgrade the Fort Worth country music venue has undertaken in recent years.

This is the 12th year for Willie's much anticipated annual fest.
15/02/2024

This is the 12th year for Willie's much anticipated annual fest.

lucky day

Ringling stopped touring in 2016 and is back with an entirely new show.
15/02/2024

Ringling stopped touring in 2016 and is back with an entirely new show.

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Fat juicy dumplings and a speakeasy all in one place.
15/02/2024

Fat juicy dumplings and a speakeasy all in one place.

It's safe to say that Taipo, a newly opened restaurant in downtown Arlington, is one-of-a-kind. The restaurant features Nepalese food, which on its own is unique in Dallas-Fort Worth. But it also comes with a hidden speakeasy, perfect for late-night gatherings or romantic dates.

Dallas-Fort Worth is on the path and will see some of that tourist action although the big destination is going to be Ce...
15/02/2024

Dallas-Fort Worth is on the path and will see some of that tourist action although the big destination is going to be Central TX.

Texas, prepare for the eclipse onslaught: A new study predicts that the Lone Star State will be the top destination for eclipse tourists, with more than a million visitors expected to travel here to catch the total solar eclipse on April 8.

A new Cirque du Soleil on ice glides into town this weekend. Plus dueling 'Romeo & Juliet' productions, classic film, an...
15/02/2024

A new Cirque du Soleil on ice glides into town this weekend. Plus dueling 'Romeo & Juliet' productions, classic film, and much more.

With this weekend closely following Valentine's Day, love will be in the air at several events, including dueling versions of Romeo & Juliet and screenings of a classic film. Other choices include Cirque du Soleil on ice, a local theater production, a home & garden convention, a timely opera, a big....

Imagine cruising around Eagle Mountain Lake in this bad boy.
15/02/2024

Imagine cruising around Eagle Mountain Lake in this bad boy.

KENNEBUNKPORT, Maine (AP) — It seems former President George H.W. Bush felt the need for speed in the waters off Maine, where he kept a nearly 1,000 horsepower speedboat. And for the right price, someone else can experience its excitement.

This is not a top-10 list Fort Worth wants to be on.
14/02/2024

This is not a top-10 list Fort Worth wants to be on.

Fort Worth has long been classified as one of the most traffic-ridden cities in the U.S., and its drivers are now being ranked among the worst in the nation, according to a new study by Forbes Advisor.

The highlight of the season will be a world premiere-adaptation of a beloved classic.
14/02/2024

The highlight of the season will be a world premiere-adaptation of a beloved classic.

Dallas-Fort Worth nonprofit ballet company Texas Ballet Theater has unveiled its 2024-25 season with four major productions that range from a revered holiday classic to a world premiere.

News you can use if you're missing a mechanical bull.
13/02/2024

News you can use if you're missing a mechanical bull.

Fort Worth police uncovered a chop shop in northwest Fort Worth stocked with property worth thousands of dollars including stolen cars, rims, and a mechanical bull.

Both of these bands are headliner status, coming together in one show.
13/02/2024

Both of these bands are headliner status, coming together in one show.

Guitarist Carlos Santana and rock band Counting Crows will co-headline the upcoming Oneness Tour, which will include a stop at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth on Thursday, August 15.

Fat Tuesday is just the start of this gloriously gluttonous week.
12/02/2024

Fat Tuesday is just the start of this gloriously gluttonous week.

While the Super Bowl is over, the Super Bowl of date nights arrives this week. Valentine's Day is Wednesday (find that list of dining events here), but this week also brings the official day of Mardi Gras (Tuesday) as well as Galentine's Day, the unofficial holiday celebrating girlfriends (also Tues...

This comes after a couple of high-profile car chases that stirred up a debate.
12/02/2024

This comes after a couple of high-profile car chases that stirred up a debate.

Police chases have become a controversial matter, moreso around Dallas-Fort Worth in recent days following several high-profile chases.

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