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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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Food
Everything you can get for free on your birthday
Bookmark this page so you never miss a deal on your birthday ever again.
July 31, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
The Van Zandt project
Development
Apartments and retail space coming to the West 7th District
Construction begins next month for the Van Zandt project that was first announced nearly four years ago.
July 29, 2025
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Culture
How to navigate our community events page
Never again wonder how to browse for cool events in our city or how to upload your own.
July 24, 2025
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Culture
How to cowboy (or cowgirl) like a pro
Here is your highly-practical guide on what to wear, what to learn, and where to show off in Fort Worth — no ranch required.
July 22, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Travel and Outdoors
Rent a private pool in the DFW metro
Explore unique pools across the metro for a refreshing getaway, whether you’re hosting a gathering or just enjoying some solo relaxation.
July 21, 2025
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Travis Meier
Cookie Monster ice cream from Morgan's. | Photo by @panthercitypalate.
Food
Where to get ice cream in Fort Worth, Texas
July 17, 2025
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Rebecca McRobbie
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City
Become a Code Ranger and help keep Fort Worth safe and vibrant
A volunteer program allows residents to become the eyes and ears of the neighborhoods they love so much.
July 15, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Food
17 Fort Worth restaurants with prix-fixe menus for DFW Restaurant Week 2025
We hope you’re hungry — it’s time to book your reservation for the 28th Annual DFW Restaurant Week, kicking off in August.
July 14, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Play
Your ultimate guide to tours of Fort Worth
Explore Cowtown through its history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
July 9, 2025
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Nonprofits
A new coworking space opens up at the Center for Transforming Lives
Riverside Coworking pairs commonly needed resources with free drop-in child care, workshops, and other educational opportunities.
July 8, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Culture
Thrive in the second half of 2025 in Fort Worth
It’s halftime, folks. What will the next six months look like for you?
July 1, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
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Events
Where to watch fireworks this Fourth of July
Watch the night sky light up using our round-up of fireworks displays in and around Fort Worth from Thursday, July 3 to Friday, July 4.
June 30, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Live
Where to find lunch for $10 or less in Fort Worth
Ready for your lunch break? Check out these 15 lunches from burgers to barbacoa.
June 27, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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Entertainment
How to apply to be an extra in upcoming film projects
Apply now to work on the set of hit shows like “Landman,” “Lioness,” or “The Chosen One.”
June 23, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Work
Get to work: Places to work outside in Fort Worth
When the sun’s out, the world is your workspace.
June 23, 2025
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Ben McBee
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Real Estate
Have a look inside Fort Worth’s Dream Home
Come with us on a tour of Fort Worth Magazine’s Dream Home, decorated by interior designer Susan Semmelmann, inspired by California’s Napa Valley.
June 20, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Business
Do you remember your first job in Fort Worth?
Share your memories from your first job for a chance at being featured.
June 19, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Retail
Shop thousands of styles at up to 60% off at Reclectic
With only six locations nationwide, this retail store brings lifestyle brands like Anthropologie, Free People, Urban Outfitters + more to Arlington at discounted prices.
June 16, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Culture
Paw-parazzi shots: Meet the pets of FTWtoday
Meet your fellow subscribers’ furry friends.
June 12, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
The top floor of a mall with several dark or closed storefronts. A small group of people can be seen walking, and the second level opens up to make room for the top of a trampoline-like structure that is coming up from the bottom floor.
Culture
Dead malls: You could shop... until they dropped
Once booming, now barren. Let’s take a peek at a mall of Fort Worth’s past — plus hope for the future.
June 9, 2025
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Brianna Williams
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Play
Your guide to wedding venues in Fort Worth
Check out this list of local spots to host your next party, reunion, or reception.
June 6, 2025
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Rebecca McRobbie
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Arts
8 questions with Fort Worth 3D-chalk artist Jan Riggins
You may have spotted her works around Cowtown, including “Come to Gather” on Pennsylvania Avenue and “Emperor’s Court” at Mag & May Apartments.
May 19, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Culture
Celebrate John Wayne Day in the Stockyards
Celebrate John Wayne’s birthday in the Stockyards with hat embroidery, movie screenings, spirit tasting, and coffee celebrations. Plus, hear from “The Duke’s” eldest granddaughter Anita La Cava.
May 19, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Play
35+ local happy hour deals to quench your thirst
Go bargain hunting with our Fort Worth happy hour guide, which highlights drink specials and food discounts throughout the city.
May 19, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Parks and Recreation
Fort Worth’s GREENprint: A plan by the people, for the people
Last week, city councilmembers approved a 10-year master plan for parks and recreation.
May 16, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Development
Evans and Rosedale development project earns incentives approval by City Council
This week, the city council approved up $19.7 million of direct and indirect incentives for Royal Capital to move forward with the development project in Fort Worth’s Historic Southside.
May 14, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Events
Cowtown Unplugged returns Memorial Day Weekend
The eighth annual songwriter’s showcase is coming to the Omni Fort Worth Hotel with a world-class country music lineup + three exclusive hotel packages that make the perfect Memorial Day weekend staycation.
May 13, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Events
2025 Charles Schwab Challenge: What to know
Fort Worth’s premier golf tournament, at Colonial Country Club, begins on Thursday, May 22. Here’s a quick guide to this year’s event.
May 9, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Small Business
Practice self care with the help of these 10+ local businesses in Asheville
There are plenty of local businesses dedicated to helping you feel your best, whether it’s through fitness classes, a stress-relieving massage, or a bold new haircut.
May 8, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Real Estate
Small Business Week: 6 local businesses to help you spruce up your home
From deep cleans to dreamy greens, these local small businesses are your home’s new best friends.
May 7, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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