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North Texas transit network seeing strong World Cup turnout with room to grow

North Texas transportation planners say there is still plenty of room for more fans to use trains and charter buses to reach upcoming World Cup matches at Dallas Stadium. Officials are beginning to see how many fans from around the world have embraced the region’s transportation ...

NBC DFWJun 23, 2026

Flora House Blooms at Fort Worth Botanic Garden: Westland Hospitality Unveils New Restaurant Concept, Extensive Renovations, and Exclusive Catering Partnership at the Garden

The Fort Worth Botanic Garden is entering an exciting new chapter in its storied history with the debut of Flora House, a reimagined onsite dining destination brought to life by Westland Hospitality — a born-and-built-in-Fort Worth collection of locally rooted restaurants, venues...

Fort Worth Business PressJun 23, 2026

Horizon Plumbing completes new Corporate Headquarters

Franz Architects is excited to share the completion of the new headquarters for Horizon Plumbing in Arlington, Texas. This new facility features 11,808 square feet of office space and 6,432 square feet of storage/warehouse space, creating a 22,548-square-foot headquarters designe...

Fort Worth Business PressJun 23, 2026

Digging for Dignity helps restore names at historic cemetery

Clad in wide-brimmed hats and neon vests, faith leaders and volunteers gathered Saturday morning at People’s Burial Park. Many lathered on sunscreen to protect against the sweltering June sun. Others compared cemetery maps and crowded under what shade was provided by tents and ne...

Fort Worth ReportJun 22, 2026

North Texas teen cancer survivor scores his biggest win yet

While the world’s best players compete for soccer’s biggest prize, one young North Texan already knows what it’s like to win the biggest battle of all. Keegan Mayes, a soccer athlete and cancer survivor, is in remission after being diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma last fall. Throu...

NBC DFWJun 22, 2026

Viral FIFA bracelets spark long lines at Dallas Fan Festival

As World Cup excitement continues to build in North Texas, fans are lining up for everything from free collectible bracelets to official FIFA merchandise. At FIFA Fan Festival in Dallas, one of the most popular attractions isn't a match or a display — it's a bracelet giveaway tha...

NBC DFWJun 22, 2026

Exploring the World of Cosmetic Surgery: What You Need to Know

Thinking about modifying your physical appearance is a major step that requires careful thought and planning. Many individuals look into different options to boost their self-esteem or address particular physical traits. Understanding the process can help you make a smart decisio...

Fort Worth WeeklyJun 22, 2026

Every 2026 World Cup Game Set to be Played Near Fort Worth

The biggest sports tournament in the world is coming to the United States. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be bigger than the Super Bowl, watched by billions of people from around the world. This time, it’s coming right to our doorstep. Nine matches are set to be played at Dall...

Fort Worth WeeklyJun 22, 2026

Amazon's robotaxi unit Zoox testing in Dallas, mapping city since March

Zoox, an autonomous vehicle company, is coming to North Texas. The company contacted state regulators to let them know that autonomous testing of their fleet, with a safety operator, will commence this month. The fleet is only twelve vehicles. Zoox says they've also worked with c...

NBC DFWJun 22, 2026

Dallas Mavericks hire reigning national champion coach Dusty May from Michigan

The Dallas Mavericks are hiring Michigan head coach Dusty May to the same role, according to the Associated Press, Dallas Morning News and ESPN. The Mavericks hired their new head coach just a day before the NBA Draft, when several Michigan players are expected to be among those ...

NBC DFWJun 22, 2026

The Notebook’ coming to Bass Hall

Show personal to director For the second time in less than a year, Schele Williams is directing a show that will be onstage at Bass Hall. And while all directors become attached to their shows, this one affects Williams even more so. "This show is so special to my heart. My mom h...

Fort Worth Business PressJun 22, 2026

LEECO STEEL ANNOUNCES REGIONAL OPERATIONS RESTRUCTURE

Leeco® Steel, the largest supplier of steel plate in North America, announcesthe promotion of Jeremy Rhoads to Regional Operations Manager – Texas and the transition of Bill Messto Regional Operations Manager – North & Central U.S., effective June 1, 2026. Bill Mess, who previous...

Fort Worth Business PressJun 22, 2026

Burleson helicopter company awarded $166M in defense contracts

A Burleson aviation support services company is flying high after winning about $166 million in defense contracts. Air Center Helicopters Inc., a small business based in downtown Burleson, won two contracts — each worth about $83 million — on June 2 and June 3. The U.S. Navy’s Mi...

Fort Worth ReportJun 21, 2026

Messi mania arrives in North Texas ahead of Argentina match

Excitement is building across downtown Dallas as Lionel Messi and Argentina prepare to play Austria on Monday in a group-stage match at Dallas Stadium. The defending World Cup champions are expected to draw massive crowds to North Texas, with an estimated 100,000 Argentina fans e...

NBC DFWJun 20, 2026

Watch Live: Team buses on the move to Dallas Stadium for Argentina match

Excitement is building across downtown Dallas as Lionel Messi and Argentina prepare to play Austria on Monday in a group-stage match at Dallas Stadium. The defending World Cup champions are expected to draw massive crowds to North Texas, with an estimated 100,000 Argentina fans e...

NBC DFWJun 20, 2026

Sports Rush: The Storied Artis Gilmore

It’s possible I interviewed on Monday the best 7-footer to ever play for the San Antonio Spurs. Maybe not specifically during his stint in the Alamo City, though he did make a couple of All-Star Games while playing there during his age 33-37 seasons. But taken as a career, Artis ...

Fort Worth WeeklyJun 20, 2026

The Quiet Investment That's Changing Life for Independent Artists

There's a financial shift happening inside the independent music world, and it has nothing to do with viral moments or algorithmic luck. It's quieter than that. More deliberate. And for a certain kind of artist — one who's been grinding long enough to buy a house, sit on some equ...

Fort Worth WeeklyJun 19, 2026

3 Best Instagram Likes Services for Posts That Need Early Engagement

Early engagement can help a fresh Instagram post look active before the main audience has finished reacting. Likes cannot fix weak content, but they can support a post with a clear cover, useful caption, strong visual, and good timing. The better habit is to use paid likes as an ...

Fort Worth WeeklyJun 19, 2026

Dallas Zoo capybaras make their World Cup prediction, and one goes rogue

Three Dallas Zoo capybaras were tasked with predicting the outcome of Sunday's World Cup match between Argentina and Austria, and their picks delivered an unexpected result. The zoo's capybaras, Velero, Atziri and Piquiri, were presented with two soccer-themed goals decorated in ...

NBC DFWJun 19, 2026

DFW Int'l, Love Field issue ground stops until 8 a.m. due to severe weather

Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field both issued ground stops until 8 a.m. this morning. DFW Int'l's started at 5 a.m. while Love Field's started around 6 a.m. Both airports cited thunderstorms. The ground stops could be extended if severe weather continu...

NBC DFWJun 19, 2026

North Texas’ first skilled nursing community breaks ground in Fort Worth

Gathered around a table, four women laughed and shared stories as if they’d been friends since childhood, even though they met four years ago. Stevenson Oaks independent living residents Barbara Coffey, Marilyn McClain, Genny Straughan and Shelby Whiteley discussed topics such as...

Fort Worth ReportJun 18, 2026

Dr. Opal Lee lends voice to landmark study focused on Black women's health

As North Texas prepares to celebrate Juneteenth, Dr. Opal Lee is championing a new cause. The Grandmother of Juneteenth helped lead the movement to make Juneteenth a federal holiday. Now, as she approaches her 100th birthday, the breast cancer survivor is using her voice to suppo...

NBC DFWJun 18, 2026

The Dish: Fort Worth restaurants bring tastes of Italy

Find me someone who says they don’t like Italian food, and I’ll show you a liar. Because let’s be real, what’s not to like? Carbs? Good. Cheese? Good. Garlic should probably have its own place on the food pyramid. I’ve talked quite a bit about Mediterranean cuisine in this column...

Fort Worth ReportJun 18, 2026

World Cup watch parties for Mexico, USMNT games around North Texas

It's the second weekend of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and North Texas has watch parties for the Mexico and the USMNT games. FC Dallas is holding a World Cup watch party for the Mexico versus South Korea game on Thursday, June 18, at 8 p.m. Former Mexican national team players are e...

NBC DFWJun 18, 2026

How Writers Can Add Real Personality to AI-Assisted Content

Can AI-assisted content still sound personal, thoughtful, and worth reading? Yes, but it needs a writer’s mind behind it. AI can help shape a draft, organize ideas, and speed up the first step. Still, personality comes from human choices: opinion, rhythm, clarity, emotion, and li...

Fort Worth WeeklyJun 17, 2026

Welcome to the Juneteenth Issue

Yes, we put out a Black History Month issue every February, but you can’t forget about Juneteenth, which is why we’ve decided to celebrate the holiday with a special issue. And it’s packed with great info and in-depth reporting. Step inside. On pg. 4, Southeast Fort Worth heads o...

Fort Worth WeeklyJun 17, 2026

Night & Day: Special Sauce

With our calendar being somewhat, well, calendar-driven and with June being an onslaught of special happenings and holidays, it’s no surprise that you’re holding yet another of our special issues in your hand. We can’t help it. Special is our specialty. Juneteenth Now that Opal g...

Fort Worth WeeklyJun 17, 2026

Authorities warn drone operators after 18 World Cup violations in North Texas

FBI Dallas said 18 drones violated temporary flight restrictions over Dallas Stadium in Arlington and Fan Fest in Dallas during the World Cup's opening weekend. Federal authorities have also filed a charge against a North Texas drone operator after investigators said he flew with...

NBC DFWJun 17, 2026

Film Shorts // June 17-23, 2026

OPENING Balan: The Boy (NR) This Malayalam-language film stars Chandu Salimkumar as a teenage boy who searches for his mother after she disappears. Also with Girish A.D., Farzana Palathingai, Ganapathi, Sandra Chandran, Dolly June, and Jean Paul Lal. (Opens Friday at AMC Grapevin...

Fort Worth WeeklyJun 17, 2026

Mavericks prepare for NBA Draft party in Dallas with 9th overall pick

The Dallas Mavericks have 3 picks in next week's NBA Draft. Round one is Tuesday night, June 23; the Mavs have picks 9 and 30, as well as pick 48 in round two, on Wednesday. Fans and the front office know the focus is building around Cooper Flagg, the 2025-26 Rookie of the Year. ...

NBC DFWJun 17, 2026

FC Dallas' Petar Musa makes his World Cup debut vs. England at Dallas Stadium

FC Dallas' Petar Musa made his World Cup debut with Croatia against England at Dallas Stadium on Wednesday. The game kicked off at 3 p.m. England is one of the highest-ranked teams in the tournament. England beat Croatia 4-2 on Wednesday. Martin Baturina and Musa answered each of...

NBC DFWJun 17, 2026

Higginbotham Teams Up with Blanton & Griffin Insurance Agency

Nationally Ranked Broker Gains South Georgia Strength as Valdosta-Based Agency Puts Resources Behind Next-Generation Growth Fort Worth, Texas) – Higginbotham, a broad-based, employee-owned insurance and financial services company headquartered in Texas, announced it has joined fo...

Fort Worth Business PressJun 17, 2026

Sparks Financial Announces Addition of Industry Leader Scott Theodore

FORT WORTH, TX – June 16,2026 – Sparks Financial is pleased to announce that Scott Theodore has joined the firm as a Private Wealth Advisor, bringing decades of leadership, mentorship, and financial services experience to the organization. Theodore previously served as Managing P...

Fort Worth Business PressJun 17, 2026

At Fort Worth's Liberty Lounge, everyone is welcome

When Jenna Hill opened Liberty Lounge in Fort Worth, she wanted it to be a spot that created community and made the world a better place. She also wanted it to be a good old fashioned dive bar, with a pool table, cold drinks and good company right in the heart of the unofficial g...

Fort Worth ReportJun 16, 2026

World Cup Book Showcase Today/Tue

On the East Side, The Dock Bookshop (6637 Meadowbrook Dr, Fort Worth, 817-457-5700), an indie retailer just minutes away from “Dallas Stadium” (nee AT&T Stadium), is co-producing a World Cup Book Showcase tonight/Tue at 3pm with Pitch Publishing. NBC 5 Sports Director Newy Scrugg...

Fort Worth WeeklyJun 16, 2026

New Dallas exhibit brings Nelson Mandela's struggle for freedom to life

What does it mean to be free? A new exhibition at the African American Museum Dallas invites visitors to explore that question through the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela, the South African leader whose lifelong fight against apartheid helped reshape a nation. “Mandela: The Off...

NBC DFWJun 16, 2026

Dallas Mavericks leadership talks about leaving AAC for Valley View site

The Mavericks are discussing their possible move to Far North Dallas at the end of the decade after 25 years at the American Airlines Center. The plan has sparked debate across the city about what it means for fans, Victory Park, and Downtown Dallas. Basketball Hall-of-Fame induc...

NBC DFWJun 16, 2026

LanCarte Commercial Facilitates Quick Sale of 2524 Carson St. in Haltom City

LanCarte Commercial is pleased to announce the successful sale of 2524 Carson St., a 1,500-square-foot freestanding masonry building that was previously occupied by Wayne's Boots & Shoe Repair. The property features a fenced yard and ample parking and is located along a highly ac...

Fort Worth Business PressJun 16, 2026

Cape Verde holds Spain to a surprising 0-0 draw in the country's World Cup debut

ATLANTA (AP) — So much for a supersized World Cup diluting the quality of soccer's biggest tournament. Tiny Cape Verde, making its debut at the World Cup, pulled off a stunner, holding heavily favored Spain scoreless in a 0-0 draw on Monday. "This means everything for our country...

Fort Worth ReportJun 16, 2026

Croatia and England fans bring soccer celebrations to Dallas

Fans from Croatia and England are making their way to North Texas ahead of their teams’ match on Wednesday at Dallas Stadium in Arlington. In downtown Dallas, members of the Croatia fan group Mi Hrvati — which means “we Croatians” — are planning a celebration Tuesday night at Civ...

NBC DFWJun 15, 2026

Tips to Clean and Maintain a Battery-Powered Backpack Sprayer?

Most people just rinse their sprayer with water and think that's enough. But then the pump starts sputtering mid-job, the nozzle clogs during a weed treatment run, or the battery dies two seasons too early. A battery-powered backpack sprayer takes far more abuse than it looks lik...

Fort Worth WeeklyJun 15, 2026

9 Dallas restaurants offering surprising World Cup deals

As Dallas-Fort Worth restaurants compete for consumer attention during the FIFA World Cup frenzy, a North Texas seafood shack called Flying Fish is offering two unexpected canned food specials. "You're going to think I'm kidding here," said Shannon Wynne, who co-founded the nine ...

NBC DFWJun 15, 2026

World Cup 2026 Odds: Who Are the Favorites to Win It All?

The 2026 World Cup is here, and Fort Worth is right in the middle of it. AT&T Stadium in Arlington is hosting nine matches, more than any other venue in the tournament, including a semifinal, less than 30 minutes from downtown. With 48 nations competing this summer, this is the b...

Fort Worth WeeklyJun 14, 2026

Backing the Rangers on the Road? Think About the Weather

The Texas Rangers’ very own Globe Life Field is the newest stadium in MLB, having opened in 2020. Fans who remember the old Globe Life Park will have fond memories of days at the ballpark, and likely less fond ones of the oppressive Arlington summer heat. Globe Life Park was noto...

Fort Worth WeeklyJun 14, 2026

Every night is ladies' night at Shakespeare Dallas

This summer, women are calling the shots at Shakespeare Dallas. Both shows of the summer season, William Shakespeare’s The Merry Wives of Windsor and Alice in Wonderland, based on the Lewis Carroll classic, focus on women, their curiosity, their wit and their journey of self-disc...

NBC DFWJun 13, 2026

The Dutch Orange Bus arrives in Texas ahead of game at Dallas Stadium

The famous Dutch Orange Bus, a double-decker bus painted a vibrant orange that has become an emblem of Dutch fans, is in Texas and on its way to Dallas Stadium in Arlington. The famous Dutch double-decker orange bus departed the port of Galveston on Thursday and is making its way...

NBC DFWJun 12, 2026