Star-T entertainment reporter, MUTTS closes, why you can't buy a car on Sundays
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram’s service journalism team covered a range of news last week, from a newsroom announcement to a business closure and an explainer on a long-standing Texas law. Here’s what to know.
- Brayden Garcia has been named the Star-Telegram’s new full-time entertainment reporter after four years on the newsroom’s service journalism team. He will cover film and television production across Fort Worth and North Texas, including major productions and projects from local filmmakers.
- From reporter Ella Gonzales: MUTTS Canine Cantina permanently closed all of its DFW locations on Monday, June 29, including the Clearfork spot that opened in 2018. The dog park and bar concept, owned by Free Range Concepts, also shut down its Dallas and Allen locations. See our list of eight dog-friendly spots owners can take their furry friends now that MUTTS is no more.
- From reporter Tiffani Jackson: A decades-old Texas blue law dating back to 1961 prohibits car dealerships from selling vehicles on both Saturdays and Sundays. Because Saturday is typically the busiest day for car sales, most dealerships stay open then and close on Sunday, with violations carrying fines ranging from $500 to $5,000.
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Jake Harris
Fort Worth Star-Telegram