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12 essential Fort Worth restaurants

These long-running restaurants have earned enthusiastic followers for their food, ambiance, and flare.

While Fort Worth’s culinary scene is bursting at the seams with excellent new additions and novel fare, this city still loves tradition. Whether you’re a Funky Town newcomer or a proud lifelong citizen, these are 12 restaurants you’ll want to keep returning to, time and time again. Think of this as your quick-hit starter list when you’re thinking of recommendations for your next night out or coworker lunch. 


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Where to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in DFW

People will honor Dr. King’s legacy throughout North Texas.

Each year, on the third Monday in January, the nation celebrates one of the most famous civil rights activists, Martin Luther King Jr., whose contributions to the Civil Rights Movement and enduring legacy continue to shape American society. Across the Metroplex on Jan. 15, there are opportunities to celebrate and honor the principles of Dr. King as communities gather for rallies, events, parades, and more. The day is also federally recognized as the National Day of Service, and local groups offer plenty of ways to give back. Read below to find out how you can mark this momentous day.

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4 ways to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Atlanta

Honor Dr. King's dream with service, self-education, and community solidarity.

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