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In North Texas, 1 in 6 people (around 774,000 residents) face food insecurity, meaning they’re unsure of when they’ll have their next meal.

The North Texas Food Bank knows it takes a community to combat hunger

by Sam Cohen

| February 20, 2026

Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW-hardgate | Empty Bowls fundraiser | FAMILY | food & drink | food and drink | food assistance | food insecurity | FORT WORTH | live entertainment | North Texas Food Bank | plano
The 26th annual North Texas Food Bank Empty Bowls Fundraiser is scheduled for Feb. 26. Here are all the details.
The “Spirit of the Wittliff in 40 Objects” exhibit includes items from Cormac McCarthy and Stevie Ray Vaughan.

TXST’s Wittliff Collections celebrates its legacy with ’40 Objects’ exhibit

by Sam Cohen

| February 19, 2026

Art | arts | celebrities | central texas | CULTURE | EDUCATION | ENTERTAINMENT | family friendly | free things to do | fun | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | LITERATURE | Local news | locals | News | recreation | TEXAS | TEXAS HISTORY | texas state university | THINGS TO DO | Wittliff | Wittliff museum
The “Spirit of the Wittliff in 40 Objects” exhibit includes items from Cormac McCarthy and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Here are all the details.
Whether it’s Black History Month or any other time of year, supporting Black-owned businesses is a great way to put money directly into the hands of entrepreneurs who have historically faced workplace disadvantages.

10 Black-owned businesses to support in San Antonio

by Dorothy Scott

| February 13, 2026

A New Day Pediatric Psychology | BLACK OWNED BUSINESS | Community | CULTURE | food and drink | J’Jireh’s Salon and Hair Restoration Center | Nome’s Catering and Event Planning Services | SA-hardgate | San Antonio Ballet School | SATX | Southern Roots Vegan Bakery | Sweet Yams | Tank’s Pizza | The Jerk Shack | THINGS TO DO | Tony G’s Soul Food | Trices Restaurant
San Antonio has many Black-owned businesses, from bakeries to a ballet school. Check out 10 that you should support in February and beyond.
Luckily, you don’t have to travel to New Orleans to get the full Mardi Gras experience, as there are plenty of ways to party in Dallas-Fort Worth in 2026.

7 ways to celebrate Mardi Gras in DFW

by Sydni Ellis

| February 11, 2026

Affordability | Arlington | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW Lead Story | DFW-hardgate | ENTERTAINMENT | FAMILY | fat tuesday | food & drink | food and drink | HOLIDAYS | king cake | LIFESTYLE | mardi gras | plano
From bar crawls and parades to authentic New Orleans’ Cajun food, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Mardi Gras in DFW.
Valentine’s Day is all about romantic gestures, like showing your loved one how well you know them with a thoughtful gift or treating them to an unforgettable date.

10 Black-owned businesses in DFW for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day

by Britteny Dee

| February 6, 2026

Black-owned businesses | Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW Lead Story | ENTERTAINMENT | food & drink | food and drink | HOLIDAYS | LIFESTYLE | valentine's day
Good food, creative cocktails, and unique gifts—find what you need to make this Valentine’s Day special at these Black-owned businesses in Dallas-Fort Worth.
The NBA season is humming along nicely, and the San Antonio Spurs have been one of the top teams in the league.

Your unofficial San Antonio Spurs watch party guide

by Joey Held

| February 5, 2026

Community | CULTURE | ENTERTAINMENT | LIFESTYLE | SA-hardgate | San Antonio Lead Story | san antonio spurs | SATX | SPORTS | TEXAS | THINGS TO DO
Looking to catch a game or learn more about the top sports team in town? Dive into our San Antonio Spurs watch party guide and embrace the team’s traditions.
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