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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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FTW-Fort Worth Food and Wine Fest
Events
Get ready to chow down at the Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival 2026
Join the Fort Worth Food + Wine Foundation for Cowtown’s premium foodie event that spans four days.
March 24, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in Fort Worth
Dining in Fort Worth is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
March 19, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Events
Kick it at the 2026 FIFA Fan Festival
Here’s everything to expect at the 34-day-long festival coming to Dallas’ Fair Park during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
March 18, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Business
Keep Fort Worth local: A growing guide to reader-recommended small businesses
Help us create a growing guide to small businesses by submitting your favorite local makers, restaurants, and professionals, and sharing this page with a friend.
March 17, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Business
How three TCU grads’ pre-workout made Forbes 30 Under 30
Three college friends-turned-founders made the list with their honey-based performance gel, which is made with organic honey and clean ingredients.
March 16, 2026
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Laura Figi
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History
The 50th anniversary of the ballpark nacho craze
In 1976, Arlington Stadium became the first MLB stadium to sell “ballpark nachos.” Fast forward to today, and the cheesy, golden snack is one of the most popular food items sold inside stands.
March 11, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Events
8 kid-friendly activities during Fort Worth’s spring break
Keep the kiddos busy with these events around the 817 — most of them free.
March 9, 2026
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Rebecca McRobbie
Grow Plant Shop
Culture
Where to buy plants in Fort Worth
Looking to add something living to your living quarters? Check out these stores in Fort Worth where you can find household plants, pots, and more.
March 9, 2026
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Rebecca McRobbie
A river with green grass on either side and a bridge running across it. In the background, you can see several tall buildings against a blue sky, and the sun glinting off of one building.
Culture
Beat the daylight saving slump with these Fort Worth activities
During daylight saving time, the clocks “spring forward,” allowing Fort Worthians to make the most of their evenings.
March 5, 2026
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Maria Adnado
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Sports
Saddle up, Fort Worth — the Ariat Texas Rattlers are showing up for Texas in a big way
The professional bull riding team plans to hold three signature events in Texas, solidifying their presence in one of the fastest-growing sports in the US.
March 4, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Real Estate
Bang For Your Buck: $500K homes in Fort Worth
Get a bang for your buck with three homes currently on the market for ~$500,000 in Fort Worth.
March 3, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
FTW_cowtown_goes_green
Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Fort Worth this March
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
February 26, 2026
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Staff
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Fitness
Find your new training buddy at these 7 local running groups
Running groups can help you make friends while you pound the pavement.
February 25, 2026
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Kate Mazade
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City
Name that statue: A new installation graces downtown Fort Worth
Panther City pride just grew downtown. Learn what makes this installation unique and how you can help choose its name.
February 23, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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History
How a 1890s front bar from Weatherford ended up in Canada
We’re so close to cracking this mystery. Do you have any information on its origins?
February 20, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
FTW_nanas_kitchen
Food
7 soul food spots near Fort Worth
From crispy catfish to smothered pork chops, here’s where to find comfort by the plateful — with all the fixins’.
February 17, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
FTW_dos_mares
Events
Witness a 3,000-year-old tuna-cutting tradition with Dos Mares
On Wednesday, Feb. 25, FTW’s newest Mexican seafood restaurant will host its first exclusive “El Ronqueo de Atun.”
February 13, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Events
Mardi Gras events in Fort Worth
“Laissez les bons temps rouler” — Let the good times roll in Panther City.
February 12, 2026
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Kate Mazade
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Culture
Behind the lens: Meet the photographer behind Fort Worth People
Fort Worth-born photographer Ontario Mireles just wants to make people smile with his camera.
February 11, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Culture
Fort Worth monks reach DC, concluding their Walk for Peace
In October, 19 Buddhist monks from the Huong Dao temple in east Fort Worth embarked on a journey afoot with one mission — to spread peace.
February 10, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Real Estate
See inside Fort Worth’s most expensive home listing
The $11.9 million speculative mansion is for sale in Riverhills.
February 9, 2026
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Kate Mazade
The Olympic and Paralympic Symbols in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy.
Sports
Fort Worthians on Team USA in the 2026 Winter Olympics
There are four athletes from Texas representing Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics, with two from the DFW area.
February 5, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Sports
Fort Worth’s biggest screens: 5 spots to catch Super Bowl 60
If everything’s bigger in Texas, shouldn’t the TV screens be?
February 4, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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History
How an 1887 Fort Worth shootout turned into one of the most famous in Western history
On Feb. 8, 1887, two prominent gunmen dueled in the streets of Hell’s Half Acre. Now, 139 years later, catch a thrilling reenactment in the Stockyards this week.
February 3, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Festivals
What’s new at Jambaloo Music Festival 2026
Get the rundown of the free week-long music festival coming to DFW featuring 30+ artists.
February 2, 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.
February 2, 2026
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Emily Shea-Owen
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City
Answering some of Reddit’s burning questions about Fort Worth
The buzzing social media site has many ongoing conversations, so we found responses to some of the trending questions here in Cowtown.
January 28, 2026
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Donna Provencher
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Nonprofits
By the numbers: Leon Bridges’ nonprofit makes a big impact over five years
Since its conception, The Big Good has raised $4.3 million, plus recently announced a country music A-Lister to headline its upcoming big night.
January 27, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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City
Ranking Fort Worth throughout 2025
We’re taking a look back at some of the major headlines + lists that Cowtown was featured in last year.
January 26, 2026
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Kate Mazade
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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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