This week in Fort Worth: Sports legend Jerry Jones’ impact; Keller ISD under scrutiny
This week in Fort Worth: How Jerry Jones has changed North Texas sports; Keller ISD draws national criticism for canceling a play.
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones turns 82 this year with an in-depth biography and Netflix documentary in the works. Star-Telegram sportswriter Mac Engel looks into how since 1989, Jones has turned the Dallas Cowboys into North America’s most valuable franchise and North Texas into a sports, entertainment, and event destination.
Also, Keller ISD has drawn national criticism for cancelling Timber Creek High School’s plans to perform the Laramie Project.
The school district said in an emailed statement to the Star-Telegram: “The decision to move forward with another production at Timber Creek High School was based on the desire to provide a performance similar to the ones that have created much excitement from the community, like this year’s Keller ISD musical productions of Mary Poppins and White Christmas. The decision was a collaborative one made by many stakeholders. Students will still be studying, discussing, and analyzing The Laramie Project script at school.”
This story was originally published March 2, 2024 at 12:00 AM.
