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Lawyer by Day, Novelist by Night: Dee Kelly Jr.

The evite went out quietly to some of Fort Worth’s most prominent West Siders: come to a private book signing Wednesday night by the virtually unknown Fort Worth novelist Landon Wallace, just releasing...

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Consultant Kasey Pipes' Office Could Double as a History Classroom

Kasey Pipes serves as a public affairs specialist, but he is also a historian. He has a lot of neat stuff in his office. Take a look.

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Tarrant County Celebrates Fort Worth’s 173rd Birthday with a New Ripley...

A historical collection of the major general’s belongings, including his sword, was brought “home” by the county and a benefactor, the Fash Foundation.

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Sandman Signature Hotel Grand Opening Fit for Building with Grand History

The regal W.T. Waggoner Building, opened in 1920, given new purpose in the 21st century.

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The Hurley Building Once Looked Over Fort Worth's Downtown Business District

A fire in 1898 brought down its seven stories. The first in an occasional series.

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Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo: The History Is Legendary

Wild horse races, cowboy football, dog-riding monkeys, and even a singalong breakfast with a former president, they all have a place in the history of this illustrious event.

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Leonard's Department Store History Is on the Move Again

“Leonard's was definitely part of the history of Fort Worth for a lot of years. ... I know I can't last forever, so I wanted to make sure that it did.”

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Bryce Building Stands as Monument to Fort Worth Giant

The Bryce Building Company was responsible for the construction of many of the city's oldest buildings, including the Stock Exchange Building.

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Fort Worth History: Legacy of Sen. Charles Culberson and His Stand Against...

Culberson’s 30-year career in public life includes his role in making boxing illegal in Texas circa 1895. He is buried in Oakwood Cemetery on the North Side.

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