Grand Prairie offers first city-sponsored "Quiet Zone" for 4th of July
The City of Grand Prairie is offering a "Quiet Zone" at its Main Library on July 3rd and 4th, providing a free, calm alternative for residents sensitive to Fourth of July fireworks.
What's open and closed on July 4th?
From Costco and Trader Joe’s to post offices and banks, here’s what’s open and closed on the Fourth of July 2025.
July 4th Fireworks 2025 in Dallas-Fort Worth
Here’s a list of Fourth of July 2025 festivals, fireworks shows, parades and other events happening in North Texas to celebrate Independence Day.
Fort Worth prepares for massive 4th of July fireworks celebration
Fort Worth's Fourth is set to light up Panther Island with one of DFW's biggest fireworks displays on July 4th, offering free entry to a festival with live music, kids' activities, and river recreation, though coolers are prohibited and paid parking is required.
Klyde Warren Park hosts Fourth of July fireworks event Saturday
Klyde Warren Park held an Independence Day Celebration and fireworks show on Saturday night.
Opal's Walk for Freedom: Annual Juneteenth walk in Fort Worth
The walk is a symbolic gesture recognizing the 2 1/2 years it took for news of freedom to reach enslaved people in Texas after the Emancipation Proclamation.
Juneteenth pioneer Opal Lee's Walk for Freedom: Will she attend?
Opal Lee, the 98-year-old "Grandmother of Juneteenth," will not physically lead this year's Walk for Freedom in Fort Worth due to recent health issues, though the community is still urged to attend and honor her legacy.
Juneteenth 2025: What's open and closed
Juneteenth, observed on June 19, marks the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in the United States were informed of their freedom in Galveston, Texas.
Kroger free ice cream coupon: How to download yours
The popular grocery chain is kicking off summer with a sweat deal. Here’s how to get your coupon.
Juneteenth 2025: Events, commemorations across North Texas
Juneteenth is this Thursday. Several events are being held across North Texas to commemorate the day slaves in Texas learned that they had been freed.
Bruce Willis' wife confesses she 'wants it all back' in raw Father's Day tribute to actor
A Father's Day tribute to the Hollywood star celebrates how he teaches 'resilience and unconditional love' despite frontotemporal dementia.
Opal Lee returns to Fort Worth after Ohio hospitalization
Opal Lee, the grandmother of Juneteenth, is back in Fort Worth after being admitted to the hospital in Ohio.
'Grandmother of Juneteenth' Opal Lee hospitalized in Ohio
The North Texas woman known as the “Grandmother of Juneteenth" was hospitalized over the weekend in Ohio.
North Texans gather to honor the fallen on Memorial Day
Despite rain, North Texans honored fallen service members at various Memorial Day ceremonies, including the 96th annual Fort Worth service.
Majority of Americans say Memorial Day has lost its meaning, new poll finds
A new survey finds that 52% of Americans believe Memorial Day has lost its original meaning, even as many still associate the holiday with honoring fallen military members.
Memorial Day 2025: What’s open, closed
The vast majority of retailers will be open, with many trying to lure customers with big promotional sales.
These events in DFW honor the true meaning of Memorial Day
In between gathering with family and friends this Memorial Day weekend, it is important to pause and remember what Memorial Day is all about – honoring our nation’s heroes.
Dallas City Council working to prevent traffic from viral Christmas decor
After a Dallas home went viral for its Christmas lights display, Dallas city council members are working on a plan to help prevent internet-generated traffic jams from clogging residential streets.
Top Easter candy by state and other 2025 holiday trends, according to Google
From Peeps to chocolate eggs, here are the top Easter candy Google searches for 2025.
Which stores are open and closed on Easter?
Here’s a list of which stores will be open and closed on Easter this year.