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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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Celebrate Earth Day in Fort Worth
Invest in our planet via local, national, and global Earth Day initiatives + local events all April long.
April 14, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Try this: DFW Airport’s first robotic barista
Meet Gizmo — DFW Airport’s hardest-working 24/7 automated brewing machine.
April 8, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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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.
April 7, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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Culture
MAIN ST. Arts Festival + Fort Worth Art Fair return to downtown Cowtown
April is for art in Fort Worth.
April 2, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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City
Check out these 3 super secret hidden gems in Fort Worth
Have you ever heard of Billy Bob’s?
March 31, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Food
Where to find the viral Dubai chocolate in Fort Worth
This viral treat may have taken over the internet, and we’re hunting down where you can get your hands on it near Fort Worth.
March 28, 2025
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History
Then and now: 4 iconic cowgirls of Cowtown
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting four Cowtown cowgirls — past and present — who moo’ved mountains in their industry
March 26, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Sports
History is made: TCU women’s basketball fan facts
If you don’t watch basketball, but want to know what’s happening with the TCU women’s basketball team, here’s a cheat sheet on what you need to know.
March 24, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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City
Visit Fort Worth’s 9 sister cities
Fort Worth isn’t an only child, you know.
March 21, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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History
Honoring valor and bravery at the National Medal of Honor Museum
Located in Arlington, don’t miss the National Medal of Honor Museum grand opening on Saturday, March 22.
March 19, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Work
Workin’ 9 to 5: Major industries and employers in Panther City
The economic landscape of Fort Worth, who’s hiring, and who’s most likely to expand investments into our community.
March 18, 2025
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Sports
TCU women’s basketball team dribbles toward the 2025 NCAA Tournament
Before the Horned Frogs tip off against the Knights this Friday, March 21, let’s look at the team’s history in the NCAA Tournament, this year’s key players, and how to watch the game.
March 17, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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The most important meal of the day — our guide to 45+ brunch spots around Fort Worth
Fort Worth’s restaurants, cafes, and diners serving up all the eggs, pancakes, mimosas, and other brunch favorites you want to eat.
March 16, 2025
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Rebecca McRobbie
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City
Iggy is back: Adventures of the Fort Worth Zoo’s 40-ft scaly sculpture
Iggy the Iguana has returned to his rightful perch at the Fort Worth Zoo — and just in time for spring. Let’s take a deep dive into where he’s been.
March 14, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Education
Karen Molinar has been named Fort Worth ISD’s new superintendent
The search for a permanent superintendent is over, as the district’s board unanimously voted to hire Karen Molinar.
March 12, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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City
History of the Worth Heights grain silos
What we know — the Worth Heights grain silos could be demolished this year. What we don’t know — the history behind these obsolete century-old structures.
March 11, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Culture
20+ ways to make new friends in Fort Worth
Friendships make life better and we’re here to help you create new ones.
March 5, 2025
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History
History of the W. T. Waggoner Building
Now home to the Sandman Signature Hotel and Asian-fusion restaurant Musume, this 230-ft, 20-floor structure holds nearly 105 years of history.
March 3, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Shop ‘til you drop at 5 new stores at the Stops at Clearfork
Here’s the rundown on four new stores already open + one more opening up soon.
February 21, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Culture
Bass Performance Hall announces its biggest Broadway season yet
Mark your calendars for a record-breaking number of 14 musical performances as part of the Broadway at the Bass 2025-2026 season.
February 19, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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City
Stock your shelf with books from TCU Press
We’re turning the page on TCU Press — this independent bookstore isn’t just a place to discover books about Texas; it might also be where you get yours published.
February 12, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Stay in the know with 45+ new and upcoming Fort Worth restaurants
Dining in Fort Worth is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
February 10, 2025
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Gabe Guarente
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Real Estate
The top 10 most expensive homes for sale in Fort Worth
Take a look at our top 10 most expensive, jaw-dropping homes for sale across town.
February 7, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Events
Get ready to chow down at the Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival 2025
Join the Fort Worth Food + Wine Foundation for Cowtown’s premium foodie event that spans four days.
February 5, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Food
La La Land is brewing up kindness
The Dallas-born coffee chain arrived in Cowtown and it’s serving more than just the “World’s Best Vanilla Latte.”
February 4, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Culture
Get ready to laugh at these Fort Worth comedy clubs
These three local comedy clubs will have you laughing your socks off — and that’s no joke.
January 30, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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City
Eastside YMCA completes phase one of a $16 million renovation project
YMCA Metropolitan of Fort Worth officially opened its doors to the reimagined Eastside campus.
January 27, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Sports
Brian Schottenheimer named next Dallas Cowboys head coach
The Dallas Cowboys offensive coordinator is getting promoted to the 10th head coach of “America’s Team.”
January 26, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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Festivals
What’s new at Jambaloo Music Festival 2025
Get the rundown of the free week-long music festival coming to DFW featuring 100+ artists.
January 24, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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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 21, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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