Should you weathered this summer time’s housing increase and fuel costs, plus have a palpable worry of the oncoming winter storms, chances are high you might be robust sufficient to name your self a Fort Worthian. Different native North Texas phenomena, this yr, got here within the type of leisure (“1883”) and trend (Taylor Sheridan). Plus, a pair of Fort Value’s personal favourite celebrities stepped as much as supply a Large Good of assist to these in want. Moreover, since we’re a print publication, we couldn’t assist however delve a bit deeper into a number of the wealthy histories that make us, effectively, Fort Value. Try twelve of our most revered tales from the previous three hundred and sixty five days. (Editor’s Word: These tales don’t seem so as of significance, however somewhat once they had been launched.)
January
“Elevating Hell”
by Tyler Hicks
January was attention-grabbing as a result of we began off the yr hanging out with the ever-consummate bucking bull raiser Cory Melton. Melton explains the day-to-day routine of elevating a herd of one of many world’s most harmful animals and the perils that lay inside. https://fwtx.com/culture/raising-bucking-bulls/
February
“Damaged and Alone”
by John Henry
This story tells of the heights of native boxing legend Donald Curry and his battle with what his son thinks is CTE (Continual Traumatic Encephalopathy) a mind illness seen in lots of athletes of sports activities wherein an athlete takes repeated blows to the pinnacle. Examine Curry’s battle inside and outdoors of the ring. https://fwtx.com/culture/people/broken-and-alone/
March
“Catching Up with Texas Sports activities Corridor of Fame Inductee Mike Renfro”
by John Henry
Try the legacy-defining story of Texas soccer legend Mike Renfro from his personal phrases and people of his teammates. Discover out why a few of his highschool opponents known as him a “unhealthy little booger.” https://fwtx.com/culture/people/mike-renfro-texas-sports-hall-of-fame/
April
“And Ode to Tom Vandergriff”
by John Henry
How did a singing cowboy encourage legendary Arlington Mayor Tom Vandergriff to deliver a baseball staff to North Texas? Effectively, it would come as some shock that it’s sports activities associated. https://fwtx.com/news/features/an-ode-to/
Could
“The Good Guys”
by Brian Kendall
This roundtable Q&A between two of Fort Value’s largest names, Leon Bridges and Gary Patterson, explains why they determined to mix forces to assist with charity. https://fwtx.com/culture/people/Leon-Bridges-and-Gary-Patterson-Partner-Up-For-The-Big-Good/
Could
“Mud Lowery is Romancing the Stone”
by Malcolm Mayhew
Right here’s a narrative a couple of native jewellery maker who has shortly turn out to be a identified artist in his personal proper. Oh yeah, his clientele consists of some names you would possibly’ve heard earlier than too. https://fwtx.com/culture/style/romancing-the-stone/
July
“The Finest in Texas
by Brian Kendall, John Henry, and Malcolm Mayhew
This summer time’s centerpiece highlights 50 the explanation why Fort Value is so dang superior. Try the listing and see who and what made it yet another time earlier than it’s up to date in 2023.
https://fwtx.com/culture/why-fort-worth-is-the-best-dang-city-in-texas/
September
“173 Fort Worthians Who Formed Our Metropolis”
by John Henry
With this piece, we took a deep look into the those who helped form us into the 13th largest metropolis within the nation. This listing is an eye-opening learn from begin to end and simply may need a reputation or two on it you haven’t heard of earlier than. https://fwtx.com/culture/fort-worthians-shaped-a-city/
October
“Tall Hat, Deep Roots”
by Shiloh City
So, you assume you recognize all there’s to know concerning the historical past of the cowboy hat? Effectively, guess once more, there’s extra to it than we even anticipated to study. By the point you might be finished with this text, you may be a hat aficionado. Plus, it’s a enjoyable learn right through. https://fwtx.com/magazines/fort-worth-magazine/tall-hat-deep-roots/
October
“Gone Inexperienced”
by Brian Kendall
It is a enjoyable learn from starting to finish, written within the type of pull-you-in type our very personal Brian Kendall has greater than a knack for. This private interview permits readers to see behind the scenes of seminal native musician, Pat Inexperienced. https://fwtx.com/culture/pat-green-has-it-all-figured-out/
November
“The Maverick”
by Brian Kendall
I can’t start to let you know what an thrilling piece this was for Fort Value Journal to get within the wake of every little thing being all about “Yellowstone” and its spin-off reveals “1883” and “1923.” Taylor Sheridan spent virtually a complete day with us both posing for the paintings that made up the duvet and inside shoots of November’s challenge, or speaking concerning the legendary 4 Sixes Ranch. Both method, this was one among our high picks for this yr palms down! https://fwtx.com/culture/the-maverick/
December
“The Unforgivable Charlie Brooks”
by Brian Kendall
This text showcases the person who turned the primary particular person ever to be put to demise by deadly injection. It simply so occurs that this occurred — you guessed it — in Texas. This text’s authenticity is interwoven with a selected journalist’s account and relationship with the deceased. https://fwtx.com/magazines/fort-worth-magazine/the-unforgivable-charlie-brooks/
