Bud Kennedy
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Texan at large. Star-Telegram since 1981, digital since 12/21/92; wrote at FW Press, Statesman, Times Herald, Dallas News. bud@budkennedy.com 817-390-7538
In an unsigned newsletter after Chairman Bo French’s resignation to run for RRC, the Tarrant GOP says the March primary will offer only local precinct voting—no vote-anywhere countywide sites—and results will be hand-counted. Chair elec Nov 22 between Tim Davis, Shellie Gardner
November 15, 2025 at 3:44 PM
In an unsigned newsletter after Chairman Bo French’s resignation to run for RRC, the Tarrant GOP says the March primary will offer only local precinct voting—no vote-anywhere countywide sites—and results will be hand-counted. Chair elec Nov 22 between Tim Davis, Shellie Gardner
This would be a great day to come to the Greek Food Festival before it ends at 3. The lunch line is indoors out of the cold, and they still have chocolate baklava, Greek bread and spanakopita. One of the best foodie experiences in Fort Worth. (NW 21st at Jacksboro Hwy) www.fortworthgreekfestival.com
November 9, 2025 at 5:57 PM
This would be a great day to come to the Greek Food Festival before it ends at 3. The lunch line is indoors out of the cold, and they still have chocolate baklava, Greek bread and spanakopita. One of the best foodie experiences in Fort Worth. (NW 21st at Jacksboro Hwy) www.fortworthgreekfestival.com
Talking a Dallas transit revolt, Houston homeless and the week’s elections w/@MattMackowiak at 9am on WFAA “Inside Texas Politics” w/@JasonWhitely plus @AshleyG_KVUE Goudeau & @RenzoDowney or anytime on WFAA+
November 9, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Talking a Dallas transit revolt, Houston homeless and the week’s elections w/@MattMackowiak at 9am on WFAA “Inside Texas Politics” w/@JasonWhitely plus @AshleyG_KVUE Goudeau & @RenzoDowney or anytime on WFAA+
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incredible photo that's definitely worth at least 1,000 words from Andrew Harnik of Getty
November 6, 2025 at 6:10 PM
incredible photo that's definitely worth at least 1,000 words from Andrew Harnik of Getty
Here's Leigh Wambsganss' comment to KSKY's Mark Davis about Tarrant County Democrats and Democrat Taylor Rehmet’s 48% showing agsinst her in the #sd9 #txlege election going into a Jan runoff: "You know, the Democrats work, and Republicans should take no race for granted."
November 5, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Morning update: At 48%, Taylor Rehmet was about 3,000 votes short of winning outright. The last Democrat in this race drew 40%, and Harris drew 42%, so Rehmet improved Dem turnout. However, he would need independents to win the Jan runoff and then the Nov general. (Rehmet in blue.) #sd9 #txlege
November 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM
A memorial for late journalist and publicist Betty Bob Buckley on what would have been her 100th birthday included a message from longtime Casa Manana performer Ruta Lee. (Read here by Cathy Brighenti, assistant to Betty Bob’s daughter, Broadway star Betty Buckley.)
November 1, 2025 at 4:39 PM
A memorial for late journalist and publicist Betty Bob Buckley on what would have been her 100th birthday included a message from longtime Casa Manana performer Ruta Lee. (Read here by Cathy Brighenti, assistant to Betty Bob’s daughter, Broadway star Betty Buckley.)
Saw @MayorMattie Parker this morning out leading North Hi Mount Elementary kids’ neighborhood walk to celebrate the school’s 90th year
October 17, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Saw @MayorMattie Parker this morning out leading North Hi Mount Elementary kids’ neighborhood walk to celebrate the school’s 90th year
The @startelegram Editorial Board endorses a candidate in #sd9 #txlege Texas Senate District 9 who shows the same kind of independence as former Sen. @KHancock4TX. www.star-telegram.com/opinion/elec...
Star-Telegram endorsement: Tarrant election to fill state Senate seat | Opinion
John Huffman, Taylor Rehmet and Leigh Wambsganss are running to replace Sen. Kelly Hancock in Texas Senate District 9. | Opinion
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October 17, 2025 at 12:08 PM
The @startelegram Editorial Board endorses a candidate in #sd9 #txlege Texas Senate District 9 who shows the same kind of independence as former Sen. @KHancock4TX. www.star-telegram.com/opinion/elec...
Members of Congress Jake Ellzey, Beth Van Duyne and Marc Veasey talk shutdown Sunday at 9 on WFAA on inside Texas Politics with Teresa Woodard. Also Ashley Goudeau, Ayan Mittra on the Roundtable (shown). Or watch anytime on the WFAA+ app
October 5, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Members of Congress Jake Ellzey, Beth Van Duyne and Marc Veasey talk shutdown Sunday at 9 on WFAA on inside Texas Politics with Teresa Woodard. Also Ashley Goudeau, Ayan Mittra on the Roundtable (shown). Or watch anytime on the WFAA+ app
In his weekly email, Chairman Bo French acknowledges that no Chloe Cole Turning Point USA event was ever booked at TCU and there was no cancellation, unlike what Cole and others spread in viral social media attacks. (The event was always listed as “TBD.” It's at Birchman Baptist Oct 7.)
October 4, 2025 at 1:39 PM
In his weekly email, Chairman Bo French acknowledges that no Chloe Cole Turning Point USA event was ever booked at TCU and there was no cancellation, unlike what Cole and others spread in viral social media attacks. (The event was always listed as “TBD.” It's at Birchman Baptist Oct 7.)
Oishii Sushi is open at 1664 S University near ihop. Sorry for the tiny blurry menus
October 3, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Oishii Sushi is open at 1664 S University near ihop. Sorry for the tiny blurry menus
California speaker Chloe @ChoooCole says @TCU won’t let her speak, but from what I can tell the rental was never confirmed. The site has always been listed as “TBA,” now at @birchmanorg Oct 7. Looks like a @kenpaxtontx stunt. www.star-telegram.com/news/politic...
Texas AG Ken Paxton to investigate TCU’s handling of Turning Point USA event
The move to investigate came after the event’s speaker, detransition activist Chloe Cole, called the university out on social media.
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October 1, 2025 at 9:59 PM
California speaker Chloe @ChoooCole says @TCU won’t let her speak, but from what I can tell the rental was never confirmed. The site has always been listed as “TBA,” now at @birchmanorg Oct 7. Looks like a @kenpaxtontx stunt. www.star-telegram.com/news/politic...
Uncle Julio’s, which was bought out of foreclosure and now belongs to Freebirds and Taco Bueno, is closed and under repair on Camp Bowie Boulevard after a horrendous inspection — 43 demerits, one of the worst scores I’ve ever seen. Details lower in story— www.star-telegram.com/entertainmen...
Sewage runs onto patio at Fort Worth restaurant closed by health inspector
This Fort Worth restaurant was temporarily closed after sewer discharge ran from a wall through its patio dining area, the city reported.
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October 1, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Uncle Julio’s, which was bought out of foreclosure and now belongs to Freebirds and Taco Bueno, is closed and under repair on Camp Bowie Boulevard after a horrendous inspection — 43 demerits, one of the worst scores I’ve ever seen. Details lower in story— www.star-telegram.com/entertainmen...
More on Bluebonnet’s new baby calf, a bundle of joy at @FortWorthZoo and for elephant lovers worldwide www.star-telegram.com/news/local/f...
September 26, 2025 at 8:35 PM
More on Bluebonnet’s new baby calf, a bundle of joy at @FortWorthZoo and for elephant lovers worldwide www.star-telegram.com/news/local/f...
Miguel Ángel García of Arlington, a house painter from Mexico, is hanging to life after the shooting at the Dallas ICE office. We still do not know the person killed or the other person shot, but thanks to those sending prayers just as for all victims. www.univision.com/local/dallas...
Mexicano en estado crítico tras tiroteo en oficinas de ICE: "la máquina es la que lo mantiene con vida"
Miguel Ángel García recibió entre 3 y 4 disparos durante el ataque a las instalaciones de ICE en Dallas. Su hermano revela que su estado es crítico tras dos cirugías y que su madre, deportada hace dos...
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September 26, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Miguel Ángel García of Arlington, a house painter from Mexico, is hanging to life after the shooting at the Dallas ICE office. We still do not know the person killed or the other person shot, but thanks to those sending prayers just as for all victims. www.univision.com/local/dallas...
We are a dangerously angry and resentful nation.
September 10, 2025 at 8:42 PM
We are a dangerously angry and resentful nation.
New lion cubs at @FortWorthZoo
September 9, 2025 at 4:00 PM
New lion cubs at @FortWorthZoo
Found another one besides the beloved Bigotes: At Beto’s in Grand Prairie on Thursdays
September 7, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Found another one besides the beloved Bigotes: At Beto’s in Grand Prairie on Thursdays