💭 And if you haven’t checked out my recent op-ed about our culture’s prioritization of politics over people and how we should have handled the flood rhetoric in the first days, give it a read here. A lot of you have strong opinions on the topic, either way, and I want to hear them. Reply to this email with your take.
The coolest tattoo shops in Texas — from Dallas to El Paso
What is a better way to memorialize a time in your life than by getting a tattoo? The buzz of a tattoo needle etching permanent art into skin is a therapy for many. Thirty-two percent of Americans currently have a tattoo, and 22% have more than one tattoo.
People end up getting tattoos for a multitude of reasons. Whether it’s to honor loved ones or declare personal identity and self-expression, tattoos have become a way several generations have chosen to create their own style, since the early 2000s. However, where you go and who does it can be just as important as the actual tattoo. The experience of the shop, the skill of the artist, and the trust you need to feel are all important factors. After all, tattoos are forever.
🌮 Fish & books: Apparently, a Dallas bookstore is serving tacos and whole, fried branzino amongst the bestsellers. Learn more here. (Dallas Observer)
🫶 Musician raises money for victims: Fort Worth’s Josh Weathers and his band hosted a benefit concert this week to raise money for Central Texas flood victims, garnering over $300,000 in support in just a few hours. Read more. (KXT)
🔆 Solar street lights: Several Fort Worth neighborhoods will see solar street lights installed, an initiative aimed at addressing high energy costs and aging infrastructure. (Fort Worth Report)
Here are some things to do around the metroplex this weekend.
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