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Idyllic Pursuit

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Grapevine Packs 1,400 Christmas Events Into 40 Days. 9 Things to Know Before You Go

Grapevine, a city of about 50,000 between Dallas and Fort Worth, takes Christmas more seriously than almost anywhere in Texas....

Grapevine, TX · 1d

fortworthreport.org

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Grapevine kicks off Veterans Day celebrations across Tarrant County

Grapevine residents saw a clear and sunny day for their annual Veterans Day celebration on Saturday, Nov. 7. The Historic Main Street District was lined with local residents waving American flags and signs as they cheered on veterans and families driving by in floats, classic cars and trucks. One of those attendees cheering was Grapevine resident 74-year-old Barbara Cramer.

Tarrant County, TX · 1d
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texasview.org

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Where to Buy Cowboy Boots in Texas: 10 Shops

If you want cowboy boots that’ll outlast your truck, Texas is the place to buy them. The state helped build the industry, and some shops here still hand-cut leather the way bootmakers did a century ago. Finding the right place to buy cowboy boots in Texas means choosing between family workshops with generations of history, El Paso’s manufacturing legacy, and newer brands chasing affordable quality.

Texas · 4d
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Shorthorn

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Arlington mayor discusses Flock cameras, transit at town hall meeting

On Monday, the city hosted its second session of “Arlington Unfiltered: Straight Talk with the Mayor,” covering transportation and Flock cameras. The series, which began in October, spans 12 sessions through May 2027 and aims to give residents a more direct and candid dialogue with the mayor. The previous meeting covered anti-discrimination ordinance modifications and vaping issues.

Arlington, TX · 1d
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Fort Worth StarTelegram

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Toddler wandered from Fort Worth daycare, found in middle of street: lawsuit

A toddler escaped her Fort Worth childcare center and was found alone on a busy road, according to a new lawsuit filed against BeYOUtiful Beginnings childcare center. Felisha and Travae Jones allege their 2-year-old daughter wandered from the center on a hot summer’s day in August 2025 without staff noticing. Their daughter, who is referred to as F.J. in the suit, was found by two Good Samaritans “in the middle of a high-traffic street” — Parkwood Hill Boulevard, just north of Basswood Boulevard, in far northeast Fort Worth. The lawsuit was filed in Tarrant County District Court on Thursday. The family, represented by attorney Russell Button of The Button Law Firm, is requesting monetary damages of more than $1 million and a jury trial. BeYOUtiful Beginnings did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Monday. “A daycare lost a 2-year-old for so long that she was able to wander through (a) parking lot and alleyway completely unnoticed, go down a grassy hill, and walk into traffic, while nobody inside the daycare even knew she was missing,” Button said. “It’s Daycare 101: Don’t lose children. Working parents drop their kids off at daycare to be watched, cared for, and

Fort Worth, TX · 1d

familydestinationsguide.com

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This Magical Drive-In Theater In Texas Will Make You Feel Like A Kid Again

Most people spend their weekends looking for something worth doing, and the answer has been sitting in a field in Granbury, Texas the whole time. The Brazos Drive-In is the kind of discovery that makes you immediately want to call someone and tell them about it, which is either a sign of genuine enthusiasm or a sign that you need more friends who give good recommendations.

Granbury, TX · 7h

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth

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Where to find Veterans Day 2026 deals and discounts in North Texas

Veterans Day is Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, and restaurants and businesses across North Texas are recognizing military service members with free meals, discounted food, and other special offers. From complimentary burgers and barbecue to coffee, desserts, and steak dinners, dozens of businesses are offering promotions to veterans and active-duty military...

Dallas, TX · 1d

The Dallas Morning News

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North Texas growth shifts transit representation toward Collin County

Proposed Regional Transportation Council bylaws would shift a seat from Dallas County to Collin County as North Texas population and employment growth changes regional representation.

Collin County, TX · 1d

Fort Worth StarTelegram

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Veterans Day is on Wednesday. Are liquor stores open? What about mail and trash?

Veterans Day falls in the middle of the week this year, as the federal holiday always takes place on Nov. 11. The holiday was established in 1919, shortly after World War I, as “Armistice Day.” Then in 1954, it was changed to the name we know now. The day is meant to honor all who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. This year Nov. 11 is on a Wednesday. Here’s what to know about local business hours, trash pickup and mail services. Are banks open on Veterans Day? National banks such as Chase, Bank of America and Wells Fargo will be closed on Wednesday because of the federal holiday. For local bank hours, check with your branch. Is the postal service closed on Veterans Day? The United States Postal Service will not deliver mail on Wednesday. UPS remains open on Veterans Day, as well as FedEx . Are grocery stores open on Veterans Day? Virtually all grocery stores will remain open on Veterans Day at normal hours. Grocery stores won’t close their doors for a couple of weeks until Thanksgiving Day. Are liquor stores open on Veterans Day? Yes, liquor stores in Texas will be open on Veterans Day.

Fort Worth, TX · 1d

hoodline.com

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Fort Worth Council Weighs Fix for McCart Avenue, Site of 17 Deaths from 2019 to 2024

A long-term plan aimed at reshaping Fort Worth's McCart Avenue, a 10-mile stretch running from Interstate 20 to Burleson that has racked up one of the city's worst crash records, goes before City Council next Tuesday. Council members are scheduled to consider adopting the plan on Nov. 10, with recommendations ranging from new pedestrian crossings and lighting to major roadway reconstructions down the line.

Fort Worth, TX · 2d

fortworthreport.org

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Mansfield veteran finds purpose helping fellow service members transition out of military

After 21 years of service in military uniform, Keithan Smith found his next life’s calling helping fellow veterans transition to civilian life. The retired Navy chief petty officer knows firsthand the challenges of navigating life after service. In 2023, he left behind the structure and purpose provided by the military, saying goodbye to the people in uniform he grew to know not just as friends but family.

Mansfield, TX · 1d

spectrumlocalnews.com

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A North Texas city skips Thanksgiving and is ready for Christmas

GRAPEVINE, Texas — Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but what about Christmas? Well, one North Texas city is skipping the feast and heading directly for the Christmas season. Grapevine is considered the "Christmas Capital of Texas." The city was also named one of the best Christmas towns in...

Grapevine, TX · 2d

The Dallas Morning News

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Dallas County to rename juvenile justice center for Tommy Lee Walker 70 years after execution

The county will remove the name of former district attorney Henry Wade, who led the prosecution of Walker for a rape and murder he could not have committed.

Dallas County, TX · 1d

fortworthreport.org

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Arlington ISD outlines legislative priorities for state following midterm elections

As the aftermath of the 2026 midterm elections comes into view, Arlington ISD is prepared to make some asks of the next state legislature. Just two days after Election Day, school board trustees discussed Thursday night what they want to see from the Texas legislative body. The board is expected to finalize its legislative priorities in the near future.

Arlington, TX · 1d

therambler.org

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Dione Sims: Texas Wesleyan alum, civil rights leader, congressional candidate

Dione Sims was used to the long haul. In 2016, Sims had accompanied her grandmother, Opal Lee, across stretches of Lee’s iconic journey from Fort Worth to Washington, D.C. to advocate for making Juneteenth—the day that the commemorates the end of chattel slavery in the United States—a federal holiday.

Fort Worth, TX · 1d

kxt.org

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2nd annual Rally Point Music Festival honors veteran musicians in Fort Worth with 5-day fest

Rally Point Music Festival, the Fort Worth event honoring Veteran’s Day, returns for its second year this week with a massive expansion from the single-day show to a 5-day festival that intertwines with the funky town music scene at large. The fest is spearheaded by Sean Russell (Cut Throat...

Fort Worth, TX · 1d

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth

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Former Denton County sheriff battling liver disease and cancer makes urgent plea for donor

After decades of protecting and serving North Texas communities, former Denton County Sheriff Will Travis is now asking those same communities to help save his life. Travis, who currently serves as a Fort Worth city marshal, is searching for a living liver donor as he battles a chronic liver disease and bile duct cancer.

Denton County, TX · 9h

fortworthreport.org

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Artisan Circle’s revival on full display in west Fort Worth

Artisan Circle in west Fort Worth is in the midst of a revitalization, driven by recent restaurant, retail and entertainment openings, with more coming soon. The five-block, mixed-use urban village, previously known as Crockett Row, was purchased by the investment arm of the Younger Partners commercial real estate firm in August of 2022. West 7th Street and Morton Street form the property’s northern and southern boundaries, with Foch Street and University Drive on the eastern and western edges, respectively.

Fort Worth, TX · 2d

hoodline.com

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Westworth Village Panel Clears Path for $350M Trinity Terrace Senior Campus

White Settlement Rd. — Approximate Site of Proposed Senior Campus. A 27-acre former horse farm on White Settlement Road is one City Council vote away from becoming a 318-unit senior living campus in Westworth Village. Commissioners voted 6-1 on Nov. 3 to recommend rezoning the Kite Farms property so nonprofit Trinity Terrace can move forward with the project, teeing up a final decision by the full council on Nov. 10.

Westworth Village, TX · 22h

The Dallas Morning News

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North Texas is experiencing an earlier flu season, likely due to new mutated strain

Since May 30, the majority of flu cases nationwide have been caused by a mutated strain of the virus. Here's what to know about the strain, vaccines and prevention.

Dallas County, TX · 1d