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What would happen if fluoride were removed from the water supply under a Trump presidency?

Former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed that if President-elect Donald Trump appointed him to a health leadership position, the first thing he would work on would be removing fluoride from water.

Fluoride was first introduced to U.S. water in 1945 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Scientists saw a direct impact of positive tooth health for those who drink water with fluoride, aiding in preventing tooth decay. Since then, 75% of Americans have access to fluoridated tap water, accord...
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Donald Trump will be back in the White House. How to see the inauguration ceremony in D.C.

President-elect Donald Trump won the general election on Tuesday, Nov. 5, to clinch a second White House term.

The electoral vote will now take place in December, and he will be sworn into office on Jan. 20, 2025.

A presidential inauguration is when “ the president-elect and vice-president-elect are sworn in and take office,” according to USA.gov. The event is organized by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, which allows a certain number of tickets to Congress to distrib...
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The food at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth’s restaurant is a work of art, too

I’d never been to the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth until I went for this article. But I didn’t go for the art; I went for the food.

The museum’s restaurant, Café Modern, is owned by Wolfgang Puck Catering and operated by head chef Jett Mora.

The elevated dining experience looks out at the Modern’s sparkling reflection pond and sterling trees.

The menu rotates depending on the season. Its sophisticated palate reflects the modern, high-end art that the museum showcases. In my opinion, Mora’s...
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Tired of the typical Tex-Mex? This taco place does things differently for only $6 a pop

Move aside, Tex-Mex. Mexi-Terranean is the new top dog.

It’s not that I won’t ever have margaritas with brisket queso ever again; it’s just that sometimes the classic steak fajitas get a little old.

My colleague, Fort Worth Star-Telegram columnist Bud Kennedy, brought Tacos Y Rocky to my attention, and it was exactly what I was looking for.

Jissis Villogas and Bo Armendarez, the owners of Tacos Y Rocky, previously worked out of a food truck until they moved their business into various ghost k...
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Why does Texas have 40 electoral votes? How the state could decide next US president

Amid the presidential election coming up on Nov. 5, it’s important to know how the voting system works.

Starting off with the Electoral College. It’s not an actual place, it’s a process.

According to the National Archives, “The Electoral College process consists of the selection of the electors, the meeting of the electors where they vote for president and vice president, and the counting of the electoral votes by Congress.”

In layman’s terms, the Electoral College is responsible for choosing...
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Abortion was a big topic during VP debate. Could a new president change the Texas law?

Former President Donald Trump says the states should adjudicate abortion, while current Vice President Kamala Harris says it should be a national right.

The topic of abortion has torn America in two, especially amid the 2024 presidential election.

Roe v. Wade, the 1973 Supreme Court decision allowing a woman’s right to abortion, was overturnedin 2022, sending the issue back into the control of each state.

In Texas, abortion became completely banned in 2022, “with certain exceptions,” accordin...
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Date night or family fun: Unlimited arcade games for only $12 in Fort Worth

I don’t care what age you are, arcades are fun for everyone.

Especially an arcade with a full bar, food and $12 admission for unlimited games.

My partner and I wanted something nonchalant for a weekday date night. And it had to be under $20, of course. Well, Free Play Arcade checked all the boxes.

Before I went, I of course did my internet sleuthing to see if this place was really worth it. Free Play Arcade labels itself as “The best thing to do in DFW,” so I needed to either prove it wrong o...
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‘Yellowstone’ star Cole Hauser had a cup of joe in Fort Worth as part of ‘dream’ project

Cole Hauser stopped by a Fort Worth Walmart at 6 a.m. Tuesday morning, and it wasn’t to grocery shop.

At 3 a.m., a line the length of the building started to form, full of “Yellowstone” fans who were excited to meet the lead star and get coffee bags autographed.

The 49-year-old actor doesn’t just act. Hauser also co-owns Free Rein Coffee, which is launching a line of products in 1,700 Walmart locations across the country. He showed up in classic Free Rein fashion by “getting up and getting aft...
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A rare glimpse inside the Eagle Mountain Lake site where a long-gone base helped win WWII

Just beyond the gates of the sprawling Kenneth Copeland Ministries complex on Eagle Mountain Lake, a lonely strip of airplane runway slices through empty fields and a scattering of gas pads.

Small planes occasionally come or go — mostly connected to Copeland, who bought the rural expanse on the east side of the lake decades ago. Closer to the water, at the end of a cracked concrete ramp, a weathered Quonset hut sits near the woodline.

There are few clues that survive here to what this site use...
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A rare glimpse inside the Eagle Mountain Lake site where a long-gone base helped win WWII

Just beyond the gates of the sprawling Kenneth Copeland Ministries complex on Eagle Mountain Lake, a lonely strip of airplane runway slices through empty fields and a scattering of gas pads.

Small planes occasionally come or go — mostly connected to Copeland, who bought the rural expanse on the east side of the lake decades ago. Closer to the water, at the end of a cracked concrete ramp, a weathered Quonset hut sits near the woodline.

There are few clues that survive here to what this site use...
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This Fort Worth Chinese restaurant has endless options for $20 and under

Szechuan Chinese has an overwhelming amount of options that fit into our $20 budget.

Parking should be no problem for those who want to go. It is located in the “Locke Blocke” strip mall off Camp Bowie with parking out front. On a Thursday night, you can walk in for dinner with no wait. However, based on Yelp reviews and word of mouth, lunch is the best time to go because of the restaurant’s lunch specials.

They are known for serving Sichuan, a specific type of Chinese cuisine that is hot and...
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Take a look inside the Grand Prairie BBQ joint that takes a spin on your smokey favorites

Ever heard of a Brisket Philly Cheesesteak? Or Pork Belly Burnt ends? Forget the classics; this spin on BBQ will make you forget about plain old pulled pork.

I took a small drive out to Loop 9 BBQ, and boy, was it worth the 30 miles of gas. The joint sits in a newer part of Grand Prairie at the Epic Central Mall. Neighboring restaurants like Chicken N Pickle and Vidorra all have a view of the Illuvia light and water show.

When I walked into Loop 9, not only was I greeted by the smiley operatio...
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If a police officer knocks on your door in Texas, are you required to answer it?

If anyone knocks on the door of your home these days, you’re most likely skeptical to answer it.

Having unexpected visitors is jarring. But having a police officer show up to your door? That’s a whole other thing.

If you are not anticipating an officer to come and ring your doorbell, you can legally do the same thing you’d normally do: not answer.

The Fourth Amendment protects citizen’s rights to unreasonable searches and seizures. This means that if police knock on your door, they are not al...
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Take an inside look at the new Pan-Asian restaurant in Loews Hotel in Arlington

Say hello to Arlington’s new hottest restaurant: Soy Cowboy.

From the name, you would think its just another Texas barbecue joint. But really, the moniker comes from a famous street in Thailand — Soi Cowboy, known for its vibrant nightlife. This restaurant incorporates all your favorite dishes from different Asian countries, like Japan, China, Korea, Vietnam and Thailand.

Arlington locals, D-FW influencers and media gathered at the Loews Hotel in Arlington for a first look at the pan-Asian r...
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An inside look at ‘Destination Oaxaca,’ a limited-time menu at a Fort Worth steakhouse

Toro Toro, a fine dining restaurant in downtown Fort Worth, boasts locations worldwide, including Morocco, Dubai and Qatar. But for a limited time, the steakhouse is bringing Fort Worth a taste of Mexico.

You have to go now. The limited “Destination Oaxaca” menu is only available until July 28, compliments of world-renowned Chef Richard Sandoval. And, spoiler alert: I walked away from my lovely two-hour dinner in a good mood, with a full stomach.

Toro Toro’s traditional cuisine combines the cu...
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Is it moonshine this Fort Worth distiller is ‘experimenting’ with? Here’s what we found

On the lush grounds of what used to be the Glen Garden Country Club, Whiskey Ranch found its home with clear views of downtown Fort Worth. All 112 acres of the former golf course has been transformed to showcase the TX Whiskey brand for bourbon-curious novices to the aficionados.

“We’ve crafted a modern distillery where guests can enjoy the quality, charm, and hospitality of Texas,” it’s website claims.

Leonard Firestone & Troy Robertson, owners of TX Whiskey, saw the opportunity in 2018 to tu...
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Eagles partied in this Fort Worth lake home. HGTV renovated, now it can be yours for $2.59M

This neighborhood tucked away in a corner of Eagle Mountain Lake with million-dollar views has history as rich as some of the homes currently on the market.

Just ask Realtor Robby Carson, also known as “Mayor of Dickson,” as in the Road.

“The DNA of Eagle Mountain Lake is superb. Lechner, Dickson, and Boat Club roads are the deepest and richest streets in Eagle Mountain Lake,” Carson told the Star-Telegram during a recent tour of Dickson Road — arguably one of the most historic streets in the...
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Can’t beat this Fort Worth craft beer deal on a budget: $20 for four 8-ounce pours

Martin House Brewing Company is a Fort Worth fan favorite. We know because you voted it as one of your favorites in the Star-Telegram Readers Choice poll for local craft beer.

And after a recent visit to the brewery’s 220 S. Sylvania Ave. location, it’s on my favorites list as well.

The main highlights of my date night at Martin House were the excellent hospitality, top-notch beer and wonderful people — all at an affordable price.

The brewery has a taproom where they brew all their signature...
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Want to romp in the woods buck naked? This North Texas nudist RV resort has you covered

Imagine a spring stroll down a Texas trail in the buff bracketed by wildflowers under a warm sun and a cool breeze. No, this is not fiction.

An honest-to-goodness nudist retreat sits a mere 45 minutes from Fort Worth. Wildwood Naturist Resort — a 98-acre RV park in Decatur with all the amenities of a campground — recently landed on Outdoorsy’s list of America’s 17 top nudist parks to visit. And this place is unlike a clothing-optional venue — guests must be bare, unless they have a health condi...
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Is this 50-acre Fort Worth ranch really worth $15.9M? See for yourself. We have photos

This ranch home, fit for Cowtown royalty, also has a Texas-sized price tag.

Between Rivercrest and Tanglewood, Fort Worth has its fair share of expensive homes. However, Lazy H Ranch takes the cake for being the most expensive home currently on the market in Fort Worth at a whopping $15.9 million dollars.

Located at 319 Verna Trail Lane, this property sits on 50 acres, 26 minutes from downtown.

Joe Howe, current owner Sherry Chamberlin’s third child and only son, built the 6,500-square-foot,...
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Exclusive look inside the luxurious $50M remodel of the downtown Fort Worth Sheraton hotel

Sheraton’s downtown Fort Worth hotel just got a $50 million glow up. A makeover so thorough guests won’t recognize that it’s the same hotel.

Opening up the hotel meant letting more light in. A bright and polished space lined with floor-to-ceiling windows now greet guests as they walk in.

As you walk through the automatic sliding doors, the first thing you see is the front desk and the silhouette of a horse — one of many touches of style that scream Fort Worth throughout the Sheraton’s new look...
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Meet the chefs at Fort Worth’s favorite food trucks in our Readers’ Choice 2024 poll

Fort Worth has hundreds of fantastic food trucks, most of them small mom-and-pop operations whose owners pour their hearts and souls into dishing up creative, inspired cuisines in their four-wheel kitchens.

With so many to choose from, the Star-Telegram set out to discover Fort Worth’s most popular food trucks with our Readers’ Choice poll. We took your nominations — more than 300 of them — and launched five rounds of voting on star-telegram.com.

After more than 78,000 total votes, we have our...
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How a six-pack of beer, $100 got 11 rescuers in North Texas to drag a pig out of the thorns

Here’s a little story Heide Cooper got to tell, about a fat little pig she found unwell. He was stuck in acres of thorny brush, Cooper had to ask for help in a rush. A six-pack of beer and a hundred bucks was the bounty, and 11 souls responded from all over Parker County.

Pojo is his name, and by Cooper’s telling, the saga of this 6-month-old pig has rallied her rural hamlet of Springtown into an unlikely quest.

“If you told me a week ago that I would spend all of my time taking care of a pig,...

Ukrainian refugees navigate the DFW job market

Not only have their homes and families left behind, Ukrainian refugees also leave behind their income and job security as they seek shelter in the U.S. This has led to an employment issue for Ukrainian refugees as few companies are willing to hire refugees because of issues like language barrier or possession of correct licensing.

Families travel a long way and are oftentimes emotionally drained when they arrive to safety in North Texas. They need jobs in order to continue residing here and pro
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