The 2026 State Fair of Texas welcomed an estimated 2.1 million people during its 24-day run as it celebrated its 140th anniversary. That’s about 100,000 visitors more than last year, according to the numbers released by fair leaders. Big Tex Urban Farms donated more than 22,000 pounds of fresh produ
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ARLINGTON, Texas – Banana Ball, the fast-paced, fan-involved twist on traditional baseball, will return to Globe Life Field April 10-11, 2027, for two games between the Party Animals and the Texas Tailgaters. The matchup was announced Thursday as part of the unveiling of the comp...
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Do you have theories on why the Mavs traded Luka? What about how the Spurs got three No. 1 picks out of a mere six lottery appearances — in 40 years? “Red Flagg,” the new single and video by Fort Worth indie-rockers Hotel Satellite, offers a lyrical side-eye to the credulous folk...
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Hayley Izaguirre is a program manager with Communities In Schools of Greater Tarrant County. She works at Fort Worth ISD's J.P. Elder Middle School. She is new to FWISD and is already making such an impact on her campus in spite of so many changes. She has built a solid caseload ...
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You may or may not be surprised to learn that Saturday Night Live has launched a slew of copycat shows overseas, with comic ensembles in Spain, France, Italy, and Japan looking to imitate the success and live-theater energy of the American show while making humor that resonates w...
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Broshundrick McNeal, 41, was pronounced dead at John Peter Smith Hospital early Sunday morning, according to the Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office. Her cause of death is pending. Tarrant County Commissioner Alisa Simmons in a statement Sunday demanded a “thorough and trans...
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What does it take to build a life that is healthy, financially secure, and resilient enough to navigate whatever comes next? At the Fort Worth Chamber's 2026 Women's Leadership Summit, Built for the Long Ride: Health, Wealth & Resilience, we'll explore that question through an in...
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Donald "Don" Weldon Wooldridge, a loving husband, devoted father, dedicated worker, and steadfast friend, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on Oct. 12, 2026, in Arlington, at the age of 85. Graveside Service: 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, Greenwood Memoria...
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In Loving Memory Pedro Noris Gamboa June 29, 1954 – Oct. 15, 2026 Pedro Noris, a devoted father, cherished grandfather, loving brother and faithful friend passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Oct. 15, 2026 – leaving behind a legacy defined by hard work, fierce devot...
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Michelle Stormes Pipes, 68, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026. Graveside Service: 3 pm Monday, Oct. 19, 2026, at Greenwood Memorial Park, 3100 White Settlement Rd., Fort Worth 76107. Visitation: 5 to 7 pm Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, in Memorial Suite C, at Greenwood Funeral Home, 334...
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Gary Lee Gregory, 75, passed away on Oct. 16, 2026, in Mansfield, Texas. He was born on Nov. 24, 1950, in Potosi, Missouri, to Vineta Metcalf Gregory and Arnold Gregory. Gary was raised in Rabbit Hollow, Missouri, where he spent his early years. In 1982, Gary married Margie (Marj...
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High fuel costs are likely to persist through 2027 as energy companies increased their projections for the price of diesel and planned strict budgets ahead of geopolitical turmoil in Europe and the Middle East. Rey Trevino, president of Pecos Energy, an oil and gas exploration co...
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DFW Hispanic 100 celebrated 30 years of leadership and service to the North Texas Latino community on Sept. 23 with an awards gala at the Arts District Mansion. The celebration brought together 350 of North Texas’ most influential Latina leaders, along with partners and allies. T...
