Monday, September 14, 2026
BREAKING NEWS
Benbrook Percussion Section Marches Forward with Community Support.
A little rain could not stop the rhythm. Despite a drizzly Saturday morning last month, the Benbrook Percussion Section drew an impressive crowd for their car wash fundraiser. The group says the community’s support struck a major chord, helping them raise enough to purchase much-needed equipment and upgrades.
Is the State Fair of Texas Losing Its Spark?
Videos circulating online have sparked debate over whether the State Fair of Texas has seen a decline in its usual crowds this year. Some clips show empty walkways and short lines, leaving many wondering if the fair’s decades-long draw is starting to fade.
South Benbrook Residents Press FEMA on Flooding Concerns.
A group of Benbrook neighbors recently held a significant discussion with FEMA officials, marking a rare instance where the federal agency initiated outreach to residents. The conversation came after months of persistent emails, letters, and calls from citizens concerned about ongoing floodplain and development issues in the city.
Western Hills High Opens Nominations for Athletics Hall of Fame.
Western Hills High School is calling on alumni and the community to help honor those who left their mark on Cougar athletics. Nominations are now open for the Western Hills Athletics Hall of Fame, giving former student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and volunteers the recognition they deserve.
Key Dates to Know for Texas’ Constitutional Amendment Election.
Texas voters will soon head to the polls to decide on 17 proposed amendments to the state constitution. From property tax relief to infrastructure and education funding, this year’s ballot includes a wide range of measures that could shape policies across the state.
A Global Journey Through Cemeteries Comes to Benbrook Library.
Benbrook Public Library is hosting a unique evening with author Tui Snider, who will take guests on an extraordinary tour of the world’s cemeteries through her program Around the World in 80 Graves.
What Purple Paint Really Means in Texas.
In Texas, purple paint on fence posts, trees, or property lines is not a nod to TCU pride or a splash of country décor. It is the law.
Get Ready to Sweat and Spook at HIGH Fitness Halloween Bash.
If you missed the last big HIGH Fitness event, here’s your second chance, and it promises to be even better.
Benbrook Library Unlocks Free Access to Star-Telegram Archives.
Big news for Benbrook readers: your library card now unlocks access to decades of Fort Worth history and current headlines.
Remembering Dr. Jane Goodall’s Lasting Legacy.
The world is mourning the loss of Dr. Jane Goodall, whose groundbreaking work forever changed the way we understand and care for the natural world.
