Tarrant County Fourth of July Events: Fireworks, Parades & Family-Friendly Festivals
Oohing and aahing at fireworks—aka the candles on America’s birthday cake—is one of the best parts of Independence Day celebrations. And this year for the U.S.’s 250th—its (checks notes) semiquincentennial—there are loads of parties across town. Here we’ve highlighted some of the best family-friendly Fourth of July eve
This Scenic East Texas State Park Is a Lovely Lake Escape With Campsites, Fishing,...
Tucked away in the Piney Woods near Tatum, Martin Creek Lake State Park offers 286 acres of lakeside tranquility where fishing, camping, and paddling take center stage. The park wraps around a crystal-clear reservoir warmed by a nearby power plant, creating year-round fishing opportunities and a surprisingly pleasant s
Sally Beauty Plans to Open New Dallas Location
According to public filings, Sally Beauty plans to open a new store at 5311 Colleyville Blvd., Suite 201, as early as mid-August. Sally Beauty is known for offering an inventory typically reserved for licensed professionals, made accessible to everyday shoppers, including an extensive selection of hair color, hair care
A Fort Worth Stockyards favorite restaurant is shutting down Sunday
The La Playa Maya Stockyards restaurant on North Main Street, the first prominent Fort Worth restaurant to feature coastal seafood from Mexico, will close Sunday, according to workers. Three other La Playa Maya locations remain open in south and west Fort Worth and in suburban Hudson Oaks. The North Main location is lo
Forecast calls for triple-digit highs for holiday this week in Dallas-Fort Worth
Dallas-Fort Worth residents can expect hot and dry weather with low rain chances late in the week. Jason Dunn, National Weather Service meteorologist, said temperatures will warm up, with average temperatures in the mid to upper 90s. “No rain chances really until maybe we get into Sunday,” Dunn said. “We...
Flower Mound restaurants help aid earthquake victims in Venezuela
Restaurants in Flower Mound are helping give back to a community beyond southern Denton County. Harold Dean Smoked Goods will host a fundraising event Tuesday from 4:30-9 p.m., donating 10% of every sale to organizations delivering immediate aid to the communities hit by the earthquakes. Barbara Barrios of the Flower..
Red, white, and blue: Fourth of July events near you
Sparks will fly across North Texas this Fourth of July, and NBC 5 has compiled a great list of celebrations for you and your family to enjoy. Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, marks the day in 1776 when America officially declared its independence from British rule, and Americans have been celebrating eve
Fireworks, Drones Planned for Light Up Arlington on July 5, 2026
This Fourth of July, Arlington is the place to be as we celebrate two historic milestones: America’s 250th birthday and Arlington’s 150th anniversary. Here’s a guide from Visit Arlington, Texas for an unforgettable Independence Day celebration in The American Dream City! https://bit.ly/4ag3WH1. Arlington Firecracker 5K
Fort Worth approves funds for Aaron Dean’s legal defense in Atatiana Jefferson’s family lawsuit
The Fort Worth City Council voted to increase the amount the city can pay an attorney representing former Fort Worth police officer Aaron Dean in the ongoing federal civil lawsuit over the 2019 killing of Atatiana Jefferson. Council members approved June 23 raising the maximum payment to attorney Kenneth E....
Could Fort Worth reverse changes to this major traffic corridor?
Fort Worth residents can now weigh in on the next steps in a transportation project that has caused headaches and buyer’s remorse in a changing neighborhood. In 2020, Fort Worth restriped Hemphill Street from Hammond Street to Vickery Boulevard, from five lanes to three, and adding new bike lanes, bus pull-outs, and st

















