
A quiet Friday morning was shaken just before 10 a.m. when a loud explosion echoed across parts of Benbrook and southwest Fort Worth, from Winscott Road to Hulen and into Ridglea.

Spring break may have slowed things down around town, but the Benbrook Lady Bobcats have stayed locked in.

A new shopping option is on the way for Benbrook area residents, as BJ’s Wholesale Club prepares to open just east of Benbrook in Fort Worth later this spring.

The Benbrook Public Library is introducing a new storytime experience designed especially for neurodivergent children.

The Benbrook City Council met on March 5 for a focused session that highlighted the city’s financial position and ongoing community efforts.

There was a real sense of belief in the air Thursday night as Benbrook’s boys soccer team stepped into postseason play at Chisholm Trail High School.

As spring settles into North Texas, more people in Benbrook are stepping outside, getting active, and making the most of longer days and warmer weather. Sidewalks are busier, trails are filling up, and more bikes are rolling through neighborhoods that have felt quieter in recent months.
BENBROOK, TX — Laura Frances Melrose (Orr) Friedrich Klendworth passed away on February 27, 2026, at the age of 94, at her home in rural Independence, Iowa. She died of natural causes, closing out a long life marked by resilience and enduring family roots.

For many who grew up on the West Coast, Thrifty Ice Cream holds a special memory. The square scoops, the bright counters, the simple joy of picking a favorite flavor after a long day. Now, that familiar treat has made its way to Texas.

A growing number of residents in Benbrook are stepping in and up, getting informed, and working together ahead of an important decision that could shape the area for years to come.