Courtney Dabney - HoustonNewMedia.org https://houstonnewmedia.org/author/courtney-dabney/ Building "Bridges" Across the Bayou City! Wed, 02 Oct 2024 18:47:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://i0.wp.com/houstonnewmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/cropped-cropped-Houston.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Courtney Dabney - HoustonNewMedia.org https://houstonnewmedia.org/author/courtney-dabney/ 32 32 103504436 Leon Bridges Releases His Most Personal Album Yet — A Love Letter To His Hometown of Fort Worth https://houstonnewmedia.org/leon-bridges-releases-his-most-personal-album-yet-a-love-letter-to-his-hometown-of-fort-worth/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=leon-bridges-releases-his-most-personal-album-yet-a-love-letter-to-his-hometown-of-fort-worth Wed, 02 Oct 2024 18:47:09 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=547860 Fort Worth native, and Grammy Award-winning songwriter Leon Bridges is set to release his fourth, full-length LP this week. It’s his most personal offering yet. In many ways, it’s a love letter to his hometown and the community that shaped him. His new...

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]]> 826628 A Tennis-Themed Coffee Shop Debuts on West 7th, Cafecito’s Pink Tacos Make a Move, and More Fort Worth Restaurant News https://houstonnewmedia.org/a-tennis-themed-coffee-shop-debuts-on-west-7th-cafecitos-pink-tacos-make-a-move-and-more-fort-worth-restaurant-news/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-tennis-themed-coffee-shop-debuts-on-west-7th-cafecitos-pink-tacos-make-a-move-and-more-fort-worth-restaurant-news Tue, 01 Oct 2024 19:43:04 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=547748 From a new tennis-themed coffee shop in Monticello to several foodie additions in Southlake, this is the latest Fort Worth restaurant news to know. A Tennis-Themed Coffee Shop Debuts on West 7th Match Point Coffee has just opened in a former dentist&#8...

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]]> 827084 A Legendary Fort Worth Football Coach Gets The Hollywood Treatment With New Film The Colonel https://houstonnewmedia.org/a-legendary-fort-worth-football-coach-gets-the-hollywood-treatment-with-new-film-the-colonel/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-legendary-fort-worth-football-coach-gets-the-hollywood-treatment-with-new-film-the-colonel Mon, 30 Sep 2024 19:19:17 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=547527 If you attended Fort Worth Country Day (FWCD) or have been a part of the Fort Worth community for a while, chances are you already know why the private school’s football field is named Rosacker. With a new film, The Colonel, in the works, the inspirati...

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]]> 825990 A Sneak Peek at “Cowboy” — Fort Worth’s Highly-Anticipated New Exhibit at Amon Carter Museum https://houstonnewmedia.org/a-sneak-peek-at-cowboy-fort-worths-highly-anticipated-new-exhibit-at-amon-carter-museum/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-sneak-peek-at-cowboy-fort-worths-highly-anticipated-new-exhibit-at-amon-carter-museum Thu, 26 Sep 2024 21:39:43 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=546988 The newest exhibit to land at Fort Worth’s Amon Carter Museum of American Art, Cowboy, was organized by the Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) Denver ― where it premiered. This is the second and final stop on the exhibition’s tour. It brings together app...

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]]> 824135 A New Go-Karting and Gaming Destination Opens in Fort Worth — Andretti Speeds Into North Texas https://houstonnewmedia.org/a-new-go-karting-and-gaming-destination-opens-in-fort-worth-andretti-speeds-into-north-texas/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-new-go-karting-and-gaming-destination-opens-in-fort-worth-andretti-speeds-into-north-texas Wed, 25 Sep 2024 18:55:00 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=546020 Two months after opening its new Grand Prairie location, the renowned go-karting destination with a massive gaming venue for the whole family opens this week in Fort Worth. The next Andretti Indoor Karting & Games venue offers nearly 100,000 square...

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]]> 823356 A First Taste of Bocca Osteria Romana — Fort Worth’s New Authentic Italian Restaurant From San Juan https://houstonnewmedia.org/a-first-taste-of-bocca-osteria-romana-fort-worths-new-authentic-italian-restaurant-from-san-juan/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-first-taste-of-bocca-osteria-romana-fort-worths-new-authentic-italian-restaurant-from-san-juan Tue, 24 Sep 2024 20:17:04 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=546289 Tucked down an alleyway just off South Main Street, you’ll find a new Italian eatery called Bocca Osteria Romana inside the former Rancho Loma Vineyards space. It’s an authentic Italian restaurant with a one-page menu and a lot of local buzz. Bocca Ost...

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]]> 823009 One of Fort Worth’s Favorite Home Stores Launches a Pop-Up — West Fork Garden Market Brings Christmas Cheer to Clearfork https://houstonnewmedia.org/one-of-fort-worths-favorite-home-stores-launches-a-pop-up-west-fork-garden-market-brings-christmas-cheer-to-clearfork/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=one-of-fort-worths-favorite-home-stores-launches-a-pop-up-west-fork-garden-market-brings-christmas-cheer-to-clearfork Fri, 20 Sep 2024 19:56:17 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=545610 Since West Fork Garden Market first opened at 2932 Marquita Street in the fall of 2002, it has become a trusted resource for home and garden, as well as party design essentials and gifting headquarters for those in search of what’s new and next in Fort...

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]]> 821637 Inside a $5.2 Million Spanish-Style Hacienda in a Secluded Fort Worth Neighborhood — Trinity River Bluff Views, Private Guest Casita, and More Lavish Perks https://houstonnewmedia.org/inside-a-5-2-million-spanish-style-hacienda-in-a-secluded-fort-worth-neighborhood-trinity-river-bluff-views-private-guest-casita-and-more-lavish-perks/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=inside-a-5-2-million-spanish-style-hacienda-in-a-secluded-fort-worth-neighborhood-trinity-river-bluff-views-private-guest-casita-and-more-lavish-perks Thu, 19 Sep 2024 13:30:09 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=545305 Built by Rob Sell of V Fine Homes in 2009, this impeccable Spanish-style hacienda at 4136 Idlewild Drive is perched on an idyllic half-acre bluff overlooking the Trinity River ― including direct access to the Trinity Trails. It was the family home of c...

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]]> 820804 A New Fort Worth Beer Garden Brings Big Kat Burgers, a Wine Shop, and Live Music to The River District — Get to Know Crystal Springs Hideaway https://houstonnewmedia.org/a-new-fort-worth-beer-garden-brings-big-kat-burgers-a-wine-shop-and-live-music-to-the-river-district-get-to-know-crystal-springs-hideaway/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-new-fort-worth-beer-garden-brings-big-kat-burgers-a-wine-shop-and-live-music-to-the-river-district-get-to-know-crystal-springs-hideaway Tue, 17 Sep 2024 19:11:30 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=544954 Fort Worth’s River District is already home to restaurants like Heim Barbecue, Salsa Limon, Lettuce Cook, and Gemelle. The next exciting addition will be Crystal Springs Hideaway by JD and Shanna Granger, opening this fall. A laid-back Texas beer...

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]]> 820036 A Lauded Fort Worth Restaurant Group Partners Up With Magdalena’s — Westland Catering Co. Brings Together The Best of Cowtown Favorites https://houstonnewmedia.org/a-lauded-fort-worth-restaurant-group-partners-up-with-magdalenas-westland-catering-co-brings-together-the-best-of-cowtown-favorites/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-lauded-fort-worth-restaurant-group-partners-up-with-magdalenas-westland-catering-co-brings-together-the-best-of-cowtown-favorites Tue, 17 Sep 2024 13:37:06 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=544771 A lauded Fort Worth restaurant group has now added expert catering to its menu. The trio of Bourke Harvey, Gigi Howell, and Mark McBride of Westland Restaurant Group have announced a new partnership with Magdalena’s Catering & Events. Adding ...

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]]> 819721 20 Texas Hotels Are Awarded Coveted Michelin Keys — See Which Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston & Austin Spots Made It https://houstonnewmedia.org/20-texas-hotels-are-awarded-coveted-michelin-keys-see-which-dallas-fort-worth-houston-austin-spots-made-it/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=20-texas-hotels-are-awarded-coveted-michelin-keys-see-which-dallas-fort-worth-houston-austin-spots-made-it Thu, 12 Sep 2024 21:06:57 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=544170 A ceremony was held in Austin this morning where the Michelin Guide revealed its first slate of Key Award recipients in Texas. The Guide has long been a go-to source for fine dining presenting its coveted stars to deserving restaurants worldwide ― and ...

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]]> 818131 Fort Worth Celebrates Some Of Its Most Notable Attractions This Year — From Botanic Gardens to Longhorn Cattle Drives https://houstonnewmedia.org/fort-worth-celebrates-some-of-its-most-notable-attractions-this-year-from-botanic-gardens-to-longhorn-cattle-drives/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fort-worth-celebrates-some-of-its-most-notable-attractions-this-year-from-botanic-gardens-to-longhorn-cattle-drives Wed, 11 Sep 2024 20:04:41 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=543898 It’s time to celebrate some of Fort Worth’s most enduring tourist attractions. From our ever-expanding Botanic Gardens to the other-worldly urban oasis of the Water Gardens, and the longhorn cattle drive that has become the symbol of our legendar...

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]]> 817246 The Most Expensive Homes For Sale in Dallas — Stunning Estates in Old Preston Hollow, Turtle Creek, and Highland Park https://houstonnewmedia.org/the-most-expensive-homes-for-sale-in-dallas-stunning-estates-in-old-preston-hollow-turtle-creek-and-highland-park/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-most-expensive-homes-for-sale-in-dallas-stunning-estates-in-old-preston-hollow-turtle-creek-and-highland-park Tue, 10 Sep 2024 19:23:37 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=543398 Dallas residential design runs the gamut from historic Mediterranean to traditional and modern. Whatever your style ― we think life would be sweet in any of these prestigious estates. From a French transitional estate in Old Preston Hollow to a modern ...

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]]> 816961 Downtown Gets A Focaccia Pizza Concept, Tacos Are Headed to West Seventh, And More Fort Worth Restaurant News https://houstonnewmedia.org/downtown-gets-a-focaccia-pizza-concept-tacos-are-headed-to-west-seventh-and-more-fort-worth-restaurant-news/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=downtown-gets-a-focaccia-pizza-concept-tacos-are-headed-to-west-seventh-and-more-fort-worth-restaurant-news Fri, 06 Sep 2024 18:53:26 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=542935 From coffee shops to Italian concepts, many new foodie arrivals are coming to Waterside, Downtown, West Seventh, and Willow Park. Here is the Fort Worth restaurant news to know right now. Expanding Coffee and Conversation Pax & Beneficia is opening...

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]]> 815290 Fort Worth’s 18 Best Private Dining Venues — From Swanky Wine Rooms to Secret Bank Vaults https://houstonnewmedia.org/fort-worths-18-best-private-dining-venues-from-swanky-wine-rooms-to-secret-bank-vaults/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fort-worths-18-best-private-dining-venues-from-swanky-wine-rooms-to-secret-bank-vaults Thu, 05 Sep 2024 21:03:13 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=542436 Whether it’s for business, intimate family meals, or festive celebrations of all sizes ― there are times when only a private dining venue will do. Cowtown has plenty of options to make hosting your party a reality, offering many configurations to...

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]]> 814876 The Best Art Events in Fort Worth This Fall — Festivals, Watercolor Exhibitions, Gallery Shows, and More https://houstonnewmedia.org/the-best-art-events-in-fort-worth-this-fall-festivals-watercolor-exhibitions-gallery-shows-and-more/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-best-art-events-in-fort-worth-this-fall-festivals-watercolor-exhibitions-gallery-shows-and-more Tue, 03 Sep 2024 17:39:26 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=541898 As the temperatures finally begin to recede, some of the city’s best art exhibitions and shows are heating things up. From Gallery Night to festivals, these are the best art events in Fort Worth this fall. Fall Gallery Night Fall Gallery Night ar...

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]]> 815565 Luke Wilson and Greg Kinnear Hit The Red Carpet in Fort Worth For You Gotta Believe Film Premiere https://houstonnewmedia.org/luke-wilson-and-greg-kinnear-hit-the-red-carpet-in-fort-worth-for-you-gotta-believe-film-premiere/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=luke-wilson-and-greg-kinnear-hit-the-red-carpet-in-fort-worth-for-you-gotta-believe-film-premiere Fri, 30 Aug 2024 16:58:52 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=541448 Hollywood A-listers walked the red carpet Thursday night in downtown Fort Worth, at the premiere of You Gotta Believe ― the heartwarming story of the 2002 Westside Little League team that made a run for the Little League World Series (LLWS) that year. ...

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]]> 812640 A Dallas-Based Art Studio Is Ranked In The Top 50 Public Artists In The U.S. For Its Shiny Sculptural Wonders https://houstonnewmedia.org/a-dallas-based-art-studio-is-ranked-in-the-top-50-public-artists-in-the-u-s-for-its-shiny-sculptural-wonders/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-dallas-based-art-studio-is-ranked-in-the-top-50-public-artists-in-the-u-s-for-its-shiny-sculptural-wonders Thu, 29 Aug 2024 19:19:48 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=541256 One Dallas art studio has been recognized for its remarkable oeuvre (collective body of work). Sculpturists, Brad Oldham and Christy Coltrin founded Brad Oldham Sculpture 25 years ago. Their captivating, mirror-polished pieces are scattered across the ...

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]]> 812326 La Pulga Tequila Partners With TCU, A New Bar Opens In A Historic Building, and More Fort Worth Restaurant News https://houstonnewmedia.org/la-pulga-tequila-partners-with-tcu-a-new-bar-opens-in-a-historic-building-and-more-fort-worth-restaurant-news/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=la-pulga-tequila-partners-with-tcu-a-new-bar-opens-in-a-historic-building-and-more-fort-worth-restaurant-news Wed, 28 Aug 2024 18:12:36 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=541000 School is back in session and Texas Christian University’s first home game is September 7. In that spirit, we have big tequila news and big additions to a favorite hang-out near campus. And, as Mexican Heritage Month gets underway there are tradi...

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]]> 812417 The Team Behind Cousin’s BBQ Will Open An Upscale New American Restaurant in Fort Worth https://houstonnewmedia.org/the-team-behind-cousins-bbq-will-open-an-upscale-new-american-restaurant-in-fort-worth/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-team-behind-cousins-bbq-will-open-an-upscale-new-american-restaurant-in-fort-worth Tue, 27 Aug 2024 17:34:49 +0000 https://www.papercitymag.com/?p=540729 The lavish residential community of Montserrat, on Fort Worth’s far west side, has been fronted by a few upscale amenities in recent years. Now, residents and nearby neighbors can avail themselves of The Salons at Volterra and Keehan Dermatology. Next ...

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