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Welcome to The Fort Worth Newsletter!

In today’s edition:

• Upcoming Andrew Conn stand-up

• Texas A&M’s Fort Worth expansion updates

• Fort Worth in movie scenes

• And much more…

Quote of the Week

"Stay afraid, but do it anyway. What's important is the action. You don’t have to wait to be confident. Just do it and eventually the confidence will follow.”

— Carrie Fisher

News & Updates

🎶 Music

Cliburn Sessions partners with Chef Tim Love to enhance the Fort Worth Stockyards concert series with unique culinary experiences. (link)

Fort Worth native Leon Bridges teases a new album on Instagram, capturing his journey from his upbringing to present life. (link)

📽️ Film & Media

Fort Worth Little League Film: "You Gotta Believe," a new film, chronicles the Fort Worth Little League team's remarkable journey to the 2002 World Series. (link)

🎓 Education and Development

Texas A&M’s downtown Fort Worth campus expansion progresses as the second building receives approval, with construction underway. (link)

Upcoming Events

Here are some events that are happening in our city this week. There is a good mix between sports, entertainment, conferences, concerts, and more.

Fort Worth In Film

Movie of the Week: Pure Country (1992)

Fort Worth Filming Locations: Cowtown Coliseum and Billy Bob’s Texas.

In Pure Country (1992), significant scenes were filmed at two iconic locations in Fort Worth, Texas: the Cowtown Coliseum and Billy Bob’s Texas. The Cowtown Coliseum, known for its historic rodeo events, provides a rustic and authentic backdrop that symbolizes the protagonist Dusty Chandler's quest for a return to genuine country roots. Here, Dusty finds himself performing in a more intimate and sincere setting, contrasting sharply with the commercialized venues he has grown accustomed to.

Additionally, Billy Bob’s Texas, the world’s largest honky-tonk, plays a pivotal role in the film. This renowned venue, famous for its live country music, dance floors, and rodeo arena, serves as a place where Dusty can reconnect with his passion for music in a more relaxed and down-to-earth atmosphere. These Fort Worth locations are crucial in illustrating Dusty’s journey towards rediscovering his love for music and connecting with his audience on a more personal level, without revealing any plot spoilers.

Fort Worth In Music

Song of the Week: "Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind"

"You left me without warning, now I'm heartbroken and crying. Does Fort Worth even cross your mind?"

Artist: George Strait

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