"Colonial Showdown, Antique Toy Mecca, and Measles Precautions in Fort Worth"

Good morning, this is Fort Worth Local Pulse for Thursday, May 22, 2025. The Charles Schwab Challenge tees off today at Colonial Country Club, running through Sunday. Fresh off his PGA Championship victory, hometown favorite Scottie Scheffler headlines the tournament, seeking his first win at Colonial after finishing as runner-up the past two years. Other major champions in the field include Jordan Spieth, Hideki Matsuyama, and Brian Harman. Tickets are still available starting at $50. The Antique Toy Collectors of America has descended on Fort Worth for their annual conference, with members particularly excited about their private tour of the DFW Car & Toy Museum. Industry experts are calling it "likely the largest antique toy museum in the world," housing over 3,000 vintage toys in its 150,000 square foot facility. At City Hall, construction updates have been announced to improve water service reliability by replacing old cast iron water mains and a sewer main. The city's website has posted the projected construction schedule and anticipated street closures, so plan your commute accordingly. In a developing story from Washington D.C., two Israeli Embassy staffers were fatally shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum early this morning. We'll continue to follow this breaking news as more details emerge. The Fort Worth ISD board recently approved a controversial school closure plan with minimal discussion, surprising many parents. The decision comes at a critical time, as the district faces potential state intervention after one school has failed state standards for eight consecutive years. Looking for weekend activities? Fort Worth Animal Care & Control will host an adoption event at the AWAL Mafia Car Show this Saturday from noon to 3 PM at 5400 Sandshell Drive. They'll have adoptable dogs and information about fostering and volunteering. On Sunday, the English as a Second Language program will offer classes for those looking to strengthen their English skills in a supportive environment. Check the city website for location details. In public health news, officials are urging residents to ensure their measles vaccinations are up to date following potential exposure incidents in other parts of the country. Health experts remind us that measles is highly contagious but preventable. Today's forecast calls for warm temperatures with clear skies, perfect weather for the opening round of the golf tournament or exploring our city's many outdoor attractions. This has been Fort Worth Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.