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Robotics at the Southwest Regional Library

Kids built their own robots at the Southwest Regional Library on Saturday, Nov. 5. Kids have the opportunity to participate once a month in the program at the Southwest Library branch, but the event is...

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Local artist and TCU alum presents new exhibit

It took a printmaking teacher and a roundabout path to get one artist to where he is today. Jim Malone, 73, grew up wanting to become a teacher. Then he wanted to become an engineer. Then he wanted to...

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Best-selling author tells stories at local library

It’s been 20 years since Jacquelyn Mitchard’s first novel, “The Deep End of the Ocean”, was picked as the first selection for Oprah Winfrey’s Book Club. At the time she was a young widowed journalist....

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Fort Worth Symphony director creates service to divert waste from landfills

Fort Worth has recycling facilities that accept glass bottles and soda cans along with thrift stores that accept used clothing. But what about leftover food? Miguel Harth-Bedoya, director of the Fort...

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Ballet Frontier of Texas wows in Nutcracker performance

With a combination of talented dancers, adorable children, and vibrant visuals, Ballet Frontier of Texas’ rendition of the Nutcracker was both beautiful and entertaining. The ballet celebrated it’s...

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Five highlights from the Parade of Lights

The XTO Energy Parade of Lights lit up the streets of downtown Fort Worth Sunday night. The parade included 125 entries and took about two hours to finish. It’s expanded significantly since the first...

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Fort Worth Muslim community seeks unity and outreach over fear

With the increase in hate crimes and the rising threat of systemic discrimination in America following the election of Donald Trump, the Islamic community in Fort Worth is striving to maintain a...

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The benefits of going to the barre

Barre class has created a new meaning for the phrase, “I’ll meet you at the barre.” But at this barre clearing your mind doesn’t include overpriced drinks. This trendy new workout is blend of yoga,...

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Western culture in the Stockyards gives exposure to rising actor

The historic Stockyards in north Fort Worth is a hot spot for old Western culture in north Texas. David McKnight is an actor in an old Western gunfighting reenacting group known as the “Legends of...

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Language diversity at the Southwest Regional Library

The Southwest Regional Library offers bilingual story time on Mondays for families who speak Spanish and English. Rita Alfaro, a youth library assistant, said the bilingual story time is based on the...

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Fort Worth Code Compliance aims to increase recycling

Fort Worth’s landfill is expected to be full within 25 years. That and a growing population that’s expected to hit one million within the next 10 to 15 years has city officials looking for ways to...

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Student mural unveiling December 10th at Ramey Market

The unveiling of a student produced mural meant to encourage healthy food and lifestyle will take place December 10th at Ramey Market. Students at Dunbar High School have been working on an art mural...

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The Ugly Christmas Sweater Shop comes to Fort Worth

Entrepreneur Jeremy Turner used his holiday spirit to generate a store that solely carries ugly Christmas sweaters. During previous holiday seasons, Turner noticed that Christmas party goers struggled...

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Parks department plans to restore neglected Fort Worth neighborhood

Katie ColemanStop Six Mural near Ralph Bunche Park   Windows are boarded up, the concrete road is cracking and the pawn shop is one of the only businesses still open. It’s a part of Fort Worth most...

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Guide to Fort Worth: Things to do during the holidays, graduation weekend...

Fort Worth has a lot to offer during “the most wonderful time of the year.” Students and families looking to celebrate Christmas or graduation are sure to find many options in Fort Worth. The following...

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Local barber raises shop standards, builds community

For Straight Razor Steve, most barber shops don’t make the cut. That’s why Steve Clary made his own barber shop with a high standard of cleanliness. “The thing that we pride ourselves on above...

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Four best Christmas tree farms in the Fort Worth area

For many, buying a Christmas tree is a sacred family tradition. In the Fort Worth area, Christmas tree farms are keeping this tradition alive with not just Douglas firs, but hot cocoa, games, and other...

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Coming soon to the Southwest Regional Library

  The Fort Worth Library is currently in the process of creating the program schedule for the spring of 2017. Christina Garcia, a library assistant, said the programs are still being decided on since...

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Fort Worth’s cat population remains steady

Every night the gray cat curls up on the air conditioner unit outside 23-year-old RN Mary Katherine Hudson’s bedroom window and meows, waking her up. It’s not just the one cat either, dozens of stray...

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Bluebonnet Circle workout studio owner stresses importance community

Kristi Rittby is focused on more than just providing clients with a good workout. She said she wants to help them grow and also establish a community within her boutique fitness studio in the 109’s...

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