This semester reporters from The Shorthorn took to the streets of the Metroplex in search of a few unique experiences to share with fellow Mavericks. Roaming the streets of Fort Worth, a gourmet food truck park and a human maze were found. In Dallas, a saloon that infused its own vodka and bourbon was discovered. In Arlington, a museum dedicated to the history of bowling was discovered.
There were some hidden gems and a few places that were a disappointment. Becoming a tourist in your own city is an experience we challenge anyone to take part in.
Metro
Worth their weight in gasoline: Browse the best D-FW venues featured in ‘Gas or Pass’
- Wednesday, 02 May 2012 17:14
- Bianca Montes and Jason Barry, The Shorthorn features editor and staff
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A sweet walk from campus: Yummee Yogurt provides a students with unique flavors
- Wednesday, 02 May 2012 17:04
- William Johnson, The Shorthorn staff
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Nizza Pizza has a brand new sister eatery. It’s a frozen yogurt and shaved ice shop called Yummee Yogurt.
Both the pizzeria and yogurt shop are within walking distance from the university on the corner of Cooper Street and Park Row Drive.
After being postponed, students take their cues to ooze
- Wednesday, 25 April 2012 18:03
- Michelle Tyer, The Shorthorn staff
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Oozeball is unquestionably different from regular volleyball.
“It’s a whole different ballgame,” said Yessenia Navarro, a bilingual early education sophomore.
Graduate students hope to revive heart of Arlington
- Wednesday, 25 April 2012 17:34
- Ashley Bradley, The Shorthorn staff
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For the first time, Urban and Public Affairs graduate students are putting together an event to bring an atmosphere to downtown Arlington that other large cities such as Dallas, Fort Worth and Austin have.
“The idea is taking an under-utilized space and turning it into something that is aesthetically pleasing,” said Megan O’Neal, a city regional planning graduate student. “We want to show what downtown Arlington could be like.”
Lola’s features live music and a relaxed atmosphere behind West Seventh Street
- Wednesday, 25 April 2012 17:26
- Nicole Luna, The Shorthorn staff
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Behind the modern nightlife of West Seventh Street in Fort Worth, there is an old-fashioned saloon standing alone on Sixth Street maintaining a certain “hole-in-the-wall” charm.
Lola’s is a bar and live music venue that owner Brian Forella opened in January 2008 after closing his other venue, the Wreck Room on West Seventh Street because of city development. He said Lola’s is a place for customers of the Wreck Room to call home, and it serves as a place for community.


