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Elizabeth Hastings

Newsletter Editor

Originally from Arkansas, Elizabeth brings a business background and a love for Fort Worth to her role as City Editor at FTWtoday. Known locally for her blog Miss Rock City, she’s passionate about community stories and enjoys exploring Fort Worth’s food scene and connecting with locals.

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Events
What to know before the inaugural IndyCar race coming to DFW
The IndyCar 500 is coming to DFW for the first time for the Grand Prix of Arlington. Here’s everything you should know before you go.
January 22, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Food
2026 James Beard Award semi-finalists from North Texas
The semi-finalists for the 2026 James Beard Awards were announced on Wednesday, Jan. 21.
January 21, 2026
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Gabe Guarente
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Arts
Just how large is the world’s largest prairie mural above Sundance Square?
Fort Worth’s newest mural makes a major statement in downtown.
January 20, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Culture
Where the celebrities are hanging out in North Texas
We’re highlighting where celebrities are hanging out in North Texas, from major events to popular restaurants.
January 16, 2026
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Culture
How to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Fort Worth, TX
Honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. with these local celebratory events.
January 14, 2026
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Events
2026 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo: By the numbers
The highly anticipated Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo starts tomorrow. Fans can expect musical icons like Colter Wall, a record-breaking parade, and 23 days of family fun.
January 14, 2026
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Travel and Outdoors
Stressed? Here’s how to attend the Fort Worth Botanic Garden for free
The Fort Worth Botanic Garden’s Nature Rx program lets you attend yoga classes and gain nature-based mindfulness practices at no cost to you.
January 13, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Live
Get your sweat on at 30+ gyms around Fort Worth
From lifting weights, indoor rock climbing, personal training, dance fitness, boxing classes, and martial arts programs — we’ve rounded up 30+ gyms and fitness offerings around Cowtown.
January 12, 2026
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Real Estate
Hot homes: 6 Fort Worth properties ahead of 2026 trends
This year, Zillow reports that homebuyers are playing with splashes of color, getting cozy, and looking for ultra-resilient homes.
January 7, 2026
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Connor Jacobson
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Food
The most-booked Fort Worth restaurants of 2025, according to OpenTable
Looking for dinner plans? Look no further than our roundup of last year’s most popular restaurants in Fort Worth.
January 6, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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History
This Fort Worth-area museum was just named “Best New Museum” in the US
Located in Arlington, the National Medal of Honor Museum outranked other museums in DC, Chicago, and Kansas City.
January 5, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo
Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Fort Worth this January
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
January 2, 2026
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Staff
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Development
6 Fort Worth developments to look forward to in 2026
Many major developments are either already in the works or beginning next year. Here are six that you can get excited for right now.
December 29, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Culture
“Hats, Bells & Christmas in Cowtown": A Hallmark-style holiday movie, as told by ChatGPT
The world’s largest honky-tonk, the country’s last cowboy hat store, and twinkling lights over Fort Worth? Yep, we’d watch this holiday flick.
December 16, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Travel and Outdoors
All aboard: How to ride Amtrak in Fort Worth
Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also a method of leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.
December 15, 2025
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Brianna Williams
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Development
Latest updates on the JPS Health Network expansion
The $800 million bond program — approved in 2018 — includes five large-scale projects. Let’s review what’s already been completed and what to look forward to.
December 12, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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Culture
2025 winter break guide for Fort Worth, TX
We get it — the holidays are a busy time. Let FTWtoday make the plans for you, so you have one less thing to worry about.
December 9, 2025
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Small Businesses
FTWtoday’s 2025 holiday gift guide: 90+ finds for everyone you love
Including gifts for significant others, retirees, holiday parties, young people, and gifts that ship fast.
December 9, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Development
$95 million expansion complete at the Fort Worth Convention Center
On Monday, phase one of the Convention Center expansion was completed with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a VIP gathering.
December 8, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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City
2025 Wrapped: Fort Worth’s top news of the year
It’s that time of year again — Spotify Wrapped is out, and so is ours. Ready to see which stories Fort Worthians tuned into?
December 4, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Live
Happy Hauling: 20+ flea markets, vintage, antique, and resale shops
Here’s the deal — the flea markets and vintage shopping scene is stellar in Cowtown.
December 3, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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Entertainment
Free Blockbuster comes to DFW
These free mini movie stores are a thing, and they’re popping up all over the US.
December 1, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Small Businesses
Our Fort Worth-based Small Business Saturday shopping picks
The 16th annual edition of Small Business Saturday falls on this Saturday, Nov. 29 — the perfect time to help you add a local sparkle to your holiday shopping.
November 26, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
Photo of wine and cocktails.
Food
A scene report from an anonymous Fort Worth bartender
How has the scene evolved in the last 20 years? What’s an expert’s opinion on the espresso martini? Do Fort Worthians tip well? One FTW bartender tells all.
November 20, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Culture
30+ upcoming concerts headed to North Texas
Mark your calendar for these highly anticipated concerts and music festivals coming to Dallas-Fort Worth throughout the remainder of 2025 and 2026.
November 19, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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Events
Christmas in the Garden + Parade of Lights illuminate Fort Worth
Looking for festive fun for the whole family? These two events in town are sure to bring the holiday cheer.
November 18, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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City
10 of Editor Elizabeth’s favorite places in Fort Worth
Newsletter Editor Elizabeth is celebrating one year at FTWtoday by sharing her favorite local spots, from restaurants and bars to event venues and green spaces.
November 13, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Culture
20 places to grab Thanksgiving dinner in Fort Worth
Check out our 20 favorite dine-in and carry-out options for Thanksgiving dinner in Fort Worth this year, plus local ingredients.
November 12, 2025
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Staff
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Theater
Score discounts to Broadway shows with Bass Hall’s digital lottery
Learn how to win discounted tickets to see Broadway at the Bass through Broadway Direct.
November 10, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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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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