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GARRISON BROTHERS DISTILLERY Announces the Launch of RANCH RESERVE SERIES
Source excerpt: Hye, Texas – Garrison Brothers Distillery, the first and oldest legal whiskey distillery in Texas, and the first distillery outside of Kentucky to produce authentic, handcrafted, corn-to-cork bourbon whiskey, is proud to announce Ranch Reserve Series. It’s a n
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House of Rare Tequila launched House Blanco ($69.99) and Reposado ($89.99)
Source excerpt: JALISCO, MX – June 2, 2026 – House of Rare Tequila, the small batch, experimental tequila brand coveted by collectors, is proud to announce the launch of its core range – House Reposado (40% ABV, 750ml, $89.99 SRP) and House Blanco (40% ABV, 750ml, $69.99 SRP)
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DPS Unveils New Aircraft; Strengthens Airborne Law Enforcement Support
Source excerpt: AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has acquired its first Bell 407 helicopter since the 1980s, marking a significant investment in the agency’s aviation capabilities and its ongoing efforts to modernize and expand airborne law enforcement ope
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Tequila Don Julio 1942 Reveals Port of Champions Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final
Source excerpt: NEW YORK, NY — June 4, 2026 — As the world turns its attention to New York and New Jersey for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final, Tequila Don Julio 1942 is redefining the art of celebration with Port of Champions, a week-long luxury waterfront takeover. Centered a
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NCTCOG shares travel strategies to reduce delays, ease congestion during World Cup
Source excerpt: June 3, 2026 (Arlington, Texas) – North Texas is gearing up to welcome the world this summer. Arlington will soon host nine matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, including a semifinal – more than any other host city in the tournament. The matches, to be held Ju
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Adult Getaways in Grapevine, Texas
Source excerpt: GRAPEVINE, TEXAS (June 4, 2026) – Grapevine is the ideal destination in North Texas for refreshing adult getaways and day trips this Summer. Located on the shores of Lake Grapevine and home to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, this Vintage Texas destina
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Horseshoe Bay Child Predator Named Featured Fugitive for June
Source excerpt: AUSTIN – Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender Victor Ramos Jr. – a child predator with ties to Llano and Burnet counties – is this month’s Featured Fugitive. The reward for information leading to his arrest is increased to $4,000 during June if the tip is receive
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DPS Advises Public to Download iWatchTexas Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
Source excerpt: AUSTIN – As Texas prepares to host matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds everyone about the iWatchTexas program — a critical resource for reporting suspicious activity or behavior and enhancing safety during Wo
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Primark’s Texas Takeover Accelerates: The Parks Mall at Arlington Store Arriving June 25
Source excerpt: June 1, 2026 — Primark, the international clothing retailer that offers amazing quality fashion at value prices, today announced it will open its sixth store in the Lone Star State at The Parks Mall at Arlington on June 25. This opening follows the recent open
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African American Museum, Dallas Unveils Major Renovations
Source excerpt: The African American Museum, Dallas and Dallas City officials celebrated major renovations, new investments and partnerships at the Fair Park cultural institution. The multi-million-dollar enhancements extend from the soaring rotunda to a fully renovated audit
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Kaleidoscope Park Partners With NFL Players to Host “For The Family Day” Community Event
Source excerpt: FRISCO, Texas (June 1, 2026) – Kaleidoscope Park, in partnership with the Ascendancy Group, is teaming up with current NFL player Sam Williams and former NFL player Charles Haley to host a free, family-friendly community event on Sunday, June 28, from 10:00 AM
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Visit Dallas Launches FIFA World Cup 26 Dallas™ Margarita Mile Cup
Source excerpt: DALLAS, — As Dallas prepares to welcome a global audience for nine World Cup matches in 2026, Visit Dallas and the North Texas FWC Organizing Committee is proud to introduce the FIFA World Cup 26 Dallas™ Margarita Mile Cup. This limited-time, bracket-style com
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TEA launches Educator Misconduct Dashboard and Student Protection Resource Center
Source excerpt: AUSTIN, Texas – June 2, 2026 — The Texas Education Agency (TEA) today announced the launch of the Educator Misconduct Dashboard, a comprehensive, interactive tool that provides access to misconduct reports submitted to TEA, agency investigations, State Board f
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DQ’s June Blizzard of the Month Is the Drumstick Blizzard
Source excerpt: BEDFORD, Texas (June 2, 2026) – School is out for summer and DQ restaurants in Texas have the perfect reason to add a sweet treat to your summer plans. This June, the fan-favorite Drumstick® Blizzard Treat returns as the June Blizzard of the Month for a limite
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Alzheimer’s Association Encourages Texas Residents to Take Charge of Their Brain Healt
Source excerpt: Nearly 9 in 10 Americans say brain health is important — but only 1 in 10 know how to maintain it, according to the newly released 2026 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts & Figures report. This June, during Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, the Alzheimer’s Associati
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Hat Creek Burger Company & Terry Black’s Barbecue Team Up for LTO
Source excerpt: Who could refuse an invitation to sample Hat Creek Burger Company’s LTO offering of a Texas-sized burger combined with Terry Black’s legendary chopped brisket and sweet-and-tangy BBQ sauce? Certainly not my burger-loving spouse, who deserved a special reward f
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Ellafair 2026 at BloomFest Music and Arts Festival in Duncanville
Source excerpt: Ellafair 2026 at BloomFest Music and Arts Festival, sponsored by the City of Duncanville and Duncanville Arts Commission and presented in cooperation with the Duncanville Arts Foundation, drew enthusiastic community support in its second year. Sculptor Cristi
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Nic Nicosia: Everyday Surreal Now Open at the Nasher in Dallas
Source excerpt: Nic Nicosia: Everyday Surreal, a survey of the last 25 years of one of the city’s most celebrated living artists, is now open at the Nasher Sculpture Center in Dallas through Aug. 16. The stunning exhibition offers a fresh focus the Dallas native’s turn to scu
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DSO Adds Three Free Parks Concerts
Source excerpt: The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is kicking off summer with three free parks concerts in Downtown Dallas. The DSO invites families, neighbors, and music lovers to enjoy an evening of live symphonic music in the heart of their own communities. The month’s line-up
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Yardbird Brings Southern Style Food and Hospitality to Dallas
Source excerpt: Yardbird Southern Table & Bar’s team greet their guests with real Southern-style, downhome warmth and hospitality. From the moment you enter Yardbird’s spacious premises in the downtown Dallas Park District, you’ll feel right at home. This delightful restauran
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Marlon Goff Named Duncanville Director of Economic Development
Source excerpt: The City of Duncanville has selected Marlon Goff as its new Director of Economic Development, effective Monday, May 4, 2026. Goff brings more than 25 years of experience in local government and economic development, including service over the past year as the
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Broadway Dallas Brings Wicked Back to Fair Park
Source excerpt: Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America (BAA) bring WICKED, Dallas’s most popular musical, back to the Music Hall at Fair Park May 6–June 14, as part of the 2025/2026 Broadway Series presented by Broadway Dallas. Tickets for the return engagement are avail
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Elevate Your Cinco de Mayo with Craft Tequila Cocktails
Source excerpt: Cinco de Mayo is basically the official kickoff to “Patio Season,” and a mediocre mixer simply won’t cut it when the sun is out and the vibes are high. Whether you’re throwing a full-blown fiesta or just looking for an excuse to salt a rim on a Taco Tuesday, a
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Moms Deserve More Days in May
Source excerpt: Moms deserve more than just one day in May, and some local venues are offering a way to make it a month-long celebration. Hotel 1928, a boutique property renovated and designed by Chip & Joanna Gaines, is turning May into the Month Of Moms by offering an easy,
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Teacher Arrested in Connection With Voyeurism Investigation Involving Student
Source excerpt: DUNCANVILLE – The Duncanville Police Department has arrested Garrett Davis following an investigation into allegations of voyeurism involving an educator and a student. On April 13, 2026, Duncanville ISD Police Department was made aware of allegations of an im
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Kyrie Irving Brings the Uncle Drew Circuit to Dallas This Weekend
Source excerpt: DALLAS, TX — April 30, 2026 — The Uncle Drew Circuit by Kyrie Irving will tip off its Dallas stop this week at Lancaster High School, bringing a high-level youth basketball experience focused on craft, competition, and community to North Texas. Set for May 1–3
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Visit Dallas Celebrates “Dallas Can-Do Spirit Day,” Showcasing the Power of Tourism
Source excerpt: DALLAS (April 29, 2026) — Visit Dallas will host the second annual Dallas Can-Do Spirit Day on May 7, 2026, bringing together the city’s tourism and hospitality community for a morning of service, civic pride and community engagement in celebration of National
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The Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive Saturday May 9
Source excerpt: TEXAS — Saturday, May 9th marks the 34th anniversary of the largest one-day food drive in the nation – the National Association of Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive. Letter Carriers are in the communities they serve every day and often come face to
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Look, Don’t Touch — Leave Baby Wildlife Where You Find Them
Source excerpt: AUSTIN — Warmer weather across Texas means more time outdoors and more encounters with wildlife. Spring and early summer are also when many species give birth and raise their young, which can lead to confusion when animals appear to be alone. Each year, well-m
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Midlothian Pet Owners: Hollywood Feed Opens May 2
Source excerpt: Great news for local Midlothian pet owners, Hollywood Feed recently announced the opening date for its newest location in Texas. The healthy and holistic pet food and supply retailer will open its next Dallas-area location on Saturday, May 2 at 150 Nicolette C
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Hawaiian Falls to Opens 2026 Season On May 9
Source excerpt: Parks Invested $1 million in enhancements, new events, and special experiences ROANOKE, Texas (April 24, 2026) — Hawaiian Falls, North Texas’ family‑friendly water parks, announced opening dates for its 2026 season, along with a lineup of new park enhan
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Multi-Agency Investigation Dismantles Multi-Million Dollar Gift Card Tampering Ring
Source excerpt: BUDA, TX – The Texas Financial Crimes Intelligence Center (FCIC), in collaboration with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), the Hays County District Attorney’s Office, and the Hays County Proactive Unit, successfully dismantled a sophisticated organiz
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Exciting New Exhibitions Open at the Cedar Hill Museum of History
Source excerpt: The Cedar Hill Museum of History, a small history museum dedicated to community learning through the preservation of cultural and natural heritage in Cedar Hill, recently opened two new permanent exhibits. The installation of the exhibits coincides with the ce
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Celebrating 40th Anniversary of Yellow Rose Gala Foundation (YRGF)
Source excerpt: The 40th Anniversary Gala of the Yellow Rose Gala Foundation (YRGF) brought a delightful mix of creatively costumed celebrants to “Party Like It’s 1986” at the Renaissance Dallas April 18. The annual YRGF event is the nonprofit’s major fundraiser for the fight
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Health Science Students Attend Methodist Midlothian Symposium
Source excerpt: Health science students from Midlothian High School and Midlothian Heritage High School recently participated in a hands-on medical symposium at Methodist Midlothian Medical Center, providing them a unique opportunity to explore careers in healthcare. During t
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2026 USA Film Festival (USAFF) at Angelika Film Center, Dallas
Source excerpt: 2026 USA Film Festival (USAFF) returns for its 56th edition April 22-26 to the Angelika Film Center in Dallas. Warren Elgort’s “Authur Elgort: Models & Muses” with Arthur Elgort in attendance kicks off the festival. The USAFF’s Centerpiece Screening will be Re
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The Stewpot Invites Dallas Community Service April 19-25
Source excerpt: The Dallas community is invited to serve at The Stewport during Love Your Neighbor Week April 19–25. During National Volunteer Month, the Dallas community is invited to participate in more than 650 volunteer opportunities, serving neighbors experiencing povert
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Kinky Boots Struts Into Dallas April 23-25
Source excerpt: KINKY BOOTS struts back into Dallas with a limited engagement of the multi-award-winning Broadway musical at Winspear Opera House April 23-25. Tickets for the North American Touring production of Kinky Boots are avalable now at attpac.org. Leading the tour wil
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Cinco de Mayo Celebrations in DFW
Source excerpt: Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexico’s 1862 victory over the second French Empire each year on May 5, marking the event with colorful parades, fiestas, and special restaurant offers. As Cinco de Mayo approaches, Cotton Patch Cafe in Cedar Hill (and other locations)
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Friends of the Dallas Public Library Presents Literary Lions Luncheon
Source excerpt: The Friends of the Dallas Public Library (FoDPL) will hold its annual Literary Lions Luncheon on Wed., April 22, marking more than 75 years of championing the Dallas Public Library. Held during National Library Week, an annual celebration organized by the Amer
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Dallas Art Fair Returns April 16-19 with 90+ Art Dealers
Source excerpt: Dallas Art Fair returns April 16-19, offering collectors, arts professionals, and the public an opportunity to engage with a rich selection of modern and contemporary artworks, presented by leading national and international galleries. The thoughtfully curated
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Duncanville Shooting April 12: One Dead, One Injured, Suspect in Custody
Source excerpt: From posted Duncanville PD report: Duncanville police officers were dispatched to Red Bird Lanes, located at 1114 S Main Street, at approximately 12:03 a.m. April 12, in reference to a reported shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering f
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Perry’s Steakhouse Puts Romance on Anniversary Celebration Menu
Source excerpt: Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille invites diners to celebrate their romance with the new Anniversary Celebration Menu, available at all Perry’s locations. Intrigued by the idea, colleague Chris Waits and I recently tried the Anniversary Celebration Menu at Perry’s i
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The Historic Lancaster Theatre Hosts Reopening Events
Source excerpt: The Historic Lancaster Theatre (THLT) brings an eclectic variety of shows and events to celebrate its highly anticipated grand reopening. The historic venue’s opening events started with a special reception and tours of the building Wed., April 8. This Sat., A
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Meadows Museum Hosts Celebrate Spain 2026
Source excerpt: Meadows Museum celebrates the spirit of Spain deep in the heart of Texas with their free annual event featuring live music, artmaking, a bustling mercado, and Spanish cuisine. The event is set within one of the largest collections of Spanish art in the U.S. St
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The Samurai Collection, Dallas, Samurai to the Imperial Court at DMA
Source excerpt: The Samurai Collection, Dallas, Samurai to the Imperial Court is the fascinating new exhibition at Dallas Museum of Art, on display now through Sept. 6. The exhibition is compiled through more than 90 works of art drawn from the DMA’s significant holdings and
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Dallas Symphony Orchestra (DSO) Celebrates America250
Source excerpt: The Dallas Symphony Orchestra celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with a weekend of concerts April 10-12 at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. The special concerts invite DSO audiences to experience a jubilant musical celebration with America250. The c
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Big Tex Urban Farms Celebrates Ten Year Anniversary in 2026
Source excerpt: Big Tex Urban Farms, the innovative agricultural initiative of the State Fair of Texas, is celebrating a major milestone in 2026: Ten years of growing fresh food and giving back to the community. Since its founding in 2016, the program has provided more than t
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Andrea Davis Daffron Obituary (June 11, 1939-March 14, 2026)
Source excerpt: Andrea Davis Daffron passed away at home in Rockwall, Texas, surrounded by her family in the early morning hours of March 14, 2026. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and a lifetime of taking care of everyone else before herself. Born in Tom Bean, T
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Hunt Slonem Bunnies, Birds & Butterflies at Dallas Arboretum April 20-Sept. 30
Source excerpt: Hunt Slonem: Bunnies, Birds & Butterflies exhibit opens at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden April 20, transorming the 66-acre garden into the largest outdoor gallery of the globally recognized artist’s work ever produced. The exhibit features 28 installat
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Popular Eataly Pizza Fest – Dallas Returns to NorthPark April 19
Source excerpt: The popular Eataly Pizza Fest – Dallas returns to NorthPark April 19, for the second annual event. Pizza Fest brings together 25 of DFW’s best pizza spots to celebrate one of the world’s favorite foods. The Eataly Pizza Fest lineup also features over 30 bevera
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Some Like It Hot Musical Returns to Dallas March 31
Source excerpt: Some Like It Hot, the song and dance spectacular musical, returns to Dallas March 31-April 12, presented by Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America (BAA). Tickets to all performances at the Music Hall at Fair Park are on sale now at BroadwayDallas.org or b
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Festival of Joy Returns to Klyde Warren Park in Dallas
Source excerpt: A Festival of Joy returns to Klyde Warren Park for the seventh year on Sat. April 18 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. with a kaleidoscope of colors, flowers, music, dancing and more. Inspired by a global Indian tradition celebrated in cities around the world, the free f
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Special Easter Offers Bring DFW Families Together
Source excerpt: Easter is a special time for families, and DFW restaurants and venues offer a variety of activities, brunches, and other events that all ages can celebrate together. From backyard egg hunts to Easter brunch and baskets for loved ones, Nothing Bundt Cakes is gi
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Bad Seed Continues at Duncanville Community Theatre
Source excerpt: Bad Seed, a drama by Maxwell Anderson adapted from the novel by William March, continues its run at Duncanville Community Theatre this weekend, March 19-21. The play is directed by Kevin Paris, and performances are at 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. To reserve ticke
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Roland Parrish Honored with Oak Cliff Lions Humanitarian Award
Source excerpt: Roland Parrish will by honored with the 2026 Oak Cliff Lions Club Bill Melton Humanitarian Award Wed., April 22. The award lunch will start at 11:30 a.m. in Hitt Auditorium, Methodist Hospital Dallas (1441 N. Beckley Avenue). The 2024 Linz Award Winner, Parris
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The STUDIO Benefits Dwell with Dignity April 10-May 9
Source excerpt: The STUDIO (formerly Thrift Studio), presented by Amazon, benefits Dwell with Dignity. The organization’s flagship annual fundraiser is a longstanding spring event within Dallas’ design and philanthropic communities. The VIP Party is April 9 (ticketed), and th
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A New Wave of Luxury: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Reveals the First of Its Reimagined Water Villas
Source excerpt: Malé, Maldives – Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has unveiled the first phase of its resortwide design transformation, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of the property under Sun Siyam’s newly launched Luxury Collection. The five-star resort introduces a re
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New Duncanville Assistant Police Chief Robert “Bobby” Byrd
Source excerpt: The Duncanville Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of Lieutenant Robert “Bobby” Byrd to the position of Assistant Chief of Police. The promotion was effective March 8. Assistant Chief Byrd brings eight years of dedicated service to the Duncan
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Mansfield Summit Gets Free Burgers at Hat Creek
Source excerpt: Mansfield Summit and other Texas high school basketball teams are headed to the Men’s State Basketball tournament in San Antonio this weekend. Hat Creek Burger Company is tipping off the big weekend with a slam dunk deal for the Mansfield players, coaches, tea
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Dallas Whiskey Riot Returns to Fair Park March 14
Source excerpt: Dallas Whiskey Riot festival returns to Fair Park’s Tower Building Sat., March 14, with over 150 whiskies on tap. Local, regional, national, and international brands are featured, along with creative whiskey cocktails, opportunities to meet master distillers,
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Equest Holds Run for the Roses Blue Ribbon Gala April 25
Source excerpt: Equest’s 45th Annual Blue Ribbon Gala April 25 is inspired by Run for the Roses. The gala honors 45 years of perseverance, progress, and powerful breakthroughs achieved through Equest’s programs. Individual tickets for the Gala are available for $400 each at e
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The Music Man at AT&T Dallas Broadway at the Center
Source excerpt: The Music Man is presented by AT&T Broadway at the Center series at the Winspear Opera House for four performances only, March 12-14. Broadway at the Center is presented by Vivent and Reliant. There’s trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his
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Dallas Theater Center Presents Ragtime at Wyly Theater March 27-April 19
Source excerpt: Dallas Theater Center (DTC) presents the sweeping musical Ragtime at the Wyly Theatre March 27-April 19. The production is presented in partnership with SMU Meadows School of the Arts and the Sexton Institute for Musical Theatre. Based on E.L. Doctorow’s accla
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Duncanville Starts National Search for New City Manager
Source excerpt: The City of Duncanville has started a nationwide search for its next City Manager. They have hired T2 Professional Consulting, LLC to help lead the process. T2 works with cities and other public agencies on executive hiring, leadership development, and organiz
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Saint Patrick’s Celebrations in DFW
Source excerpt: Saint Patrick’s Day is March 17, and DFW venues are putting out the shamrocks and brewing green beer to welcome all their Irish and wanna-be Irish guests to the celebration. It’s Bennigan’s 50th anniversary, just in time for everyone’s favorite Irish holiday.
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Scarborough Renaissance Festival in Waxahachie April 4-May 24
Source excerpt: Scarborough Renaissance Festival returns to Waxahachie fairgrounds April 4, with artisans, family fun, fair-style food, and lots of pageantry on the Medeival menu. A Texas institution for 45 years, Scarborough has welcomed generations of families, travelers an
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Yellow Rose Gala Invites Guests to Party Like It’s “1986” on April 18
Source excerpt: The Yellow Rose Gala Foundation (YRGF) celebrates its 40th Anniversary Gala with a throwback to “1986” (its inaugural year), at the Renaissance Dallas Hotel April 18. The 1986 Gala evening will honor four decades of courage, community, and legacy in the fight
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A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical Opens in Dallas March 10
Source excerpt: A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical will be presented by Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America March 10-22. Performances of the musical, produced by Ken Davenport, Bob Gaudio, and NETworks Presentations, will be at the Music Hall at Fair Park. Th
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Bread Zeppelin-the Easy Way to Eat Your Veggies
Source excerpt: What exactly is a Bread Zeppelin? To find out, colleague Chris Waits and I recently visited a Bread Zeppelin in Dallas to learn more about this easy way to eat our veggies. General Manager Ashton welcomed us to her bustling Bread Zeppelin location at 3001 Knox
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Duncanville Library Seeks Community Input through Survey
Source excerpt: The City of Duncanville Public Library seeks community input to help guide the future of the organization and its services. They launched a comprehensive community engagement effort that invites residents to help shape the future of library services by creatin
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Irish Festival Returns to Dallas Fair Park March 6-8
Source excerpt: The North Texas Irish Festival returns to Dallas’ historic Fair Park March 6–8. The festival brings three days of live Celtic music, Irish dance, cultural demonstrations, food, shopping and interactive experiences to the North Texas region as one of the larges
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Penelope–a New Musical Onstage at Theatre Three
Source excerpt: Penelope, the faithful wife of Greek hero Odysseus in Homer’s The Odyssey, steps into the spotlight in this new musical at Theatre Three. Written by Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean, and Eva Steinmetz with music and lyrics by Alex Bechtel, Penelope is a story about
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Black Photojurnalism Exhibit Opens at The Carter Museum March 15
Source excerpt: Black Photojournalism exhibit opens at The Amon Carter Museum of American Art (the Carter) March 15. Organized by Carnegie Museum of Art, this exhibition brings together the work of over 60 photographers working across the United States between 1945 and the mi
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Methodist Midlothian Offers Mako SmartRobotic Joint Replacement
Source excerpt: Methodist Midlothian Medical Center is the latest healthcare provider in the region to offer Mako SmartRobotic for total knee and hip replacement, transforming how these surgeries are performed by helping surgeons know more and cut less. Coupling the precision
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Free Bread & Jam Treats la Madeleine Lunch Guests
Source excerpt: Lunching at la Madeleine is always a special treat, and one I try to repeat as often as possible. Thankfully, there’s a la Madeleine just a few minutes away so I can satisfy my craving for their incredible, freshly-made chicken salad. There’s also aromatic Fre
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Stewpot “Soup’s On” Luncheon and Art Show Raises Funds for Homeless
Source excerpt: Stewpot Soup’s On Luncheon and Art Show brought almost 700 attendees together to raise funds for the homeless.The 18th annual Soup’s On luncheon was held at the Thompson Dallas Feb. 2, and presented by H-E-B/Central Market. The program featured an art show inc
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Galentine’s and Valentine’s Day Offers in DFW
Source excerpt: There’s no excuse not to celebrate Galentine’s and/or Valentine’s Day in DFW, with so many offers from area restaurants, museums, and other venues. Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner for two, or fun with your BFF or family, these DFW venues have you cov
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THE GREAT GATSBY ROARS INTO DALLAS FEB. 17 – MARCH 1
Source excerpt: The Great Gatsby, the smash hit Broadway musical based on F. Scott Fizgeralds’s beloved novel, wows Dallas audiences Feb. 17-March 1 at the Music Hall at Fair Park. The North American Tour is presented by Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America (BAA), as p
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You Can’t Beat the House Opens in Duncanville
Source excerpt: “You Can’t Beat the House,” a comedy written by Pat Cook, opened this week at Duncanville Community Theatre. Directed by Amy Jackson, the play runs weekends through Valentine’s Day Feb. 14. The Sunday, Feb. 7 matinee is sold out, but tickets ($16) are availabl
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Best Super Bowl Cocktails 2026: Easy Recipes for Your Watch Party
Source excerpt: For Super Bowl LX in 2026, the drink menu should be as exciting as the action on the field, or at least able to bring some of the heat we anticipate Bad Bunny will bring at halftime. Elevate your watch party with a lineup of signature cocktails that covers eve
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Rocco x Moët & Chandon Debut Limited-Edition Collection
Source excerpt: New York, NY (February 3, 2026) — The ultimate Valentine’s Day gift is here. Rocco, the brand behind the viral Super Smart Fridge, has partnered with the iconic Champagne house Moët & Chandon to launch an ultra-limited-edition collaboration that is a harmony o
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Texas Shatters Record for Student Applications in New School Choice Program
Source excerpt: (AUSTIN) — Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced today that more than 42,000 students applied for Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) on Feb. 4, the first day of the program’s launch. The total represents a nationwide record for most enrollments
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DPS Increases Enforcement for Sunday’s Super Bowl
Source excerpt: AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds football fans and anyone out on the roads to drive responsibly during this Super Bowl LX weekend. As the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots compete for the Lombardi Trophy on Feb. 8, DPS will
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Update on Bob’s Bags Ministry in Duncanville
Source excerpt: Visiting with Bob Cawthon, who started Bob’s Bags–a ministry to help the homeless–was inspirational last fall. We reported on the mission, now sponsored by First Christian Church of Duncanville, in an article published in Focus Daily News last October. Today I
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Governor Abbott, Texas DPS Release the Texas Homeland Security Strategic Plan for 2026-2030
Source excerpt: AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) today released the Texas Homeland Security Strategic Plan 2026-2030. The strategy provides the state’s framework for setting homeland security priorities and directing its wide range
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Red Velvet Cake Takes Over February – A Blizzard Treat Worth Falling In Love
Source excerpt: BEDFORD, Texas – Flowers fade and poems are forgotten but this Valentine’s Day, DQ® restaurants across Texas are offering something sweeter. February is officially Red Velvet Cake Blizzard® Treat Month, giving Texans a delicious way to celebrate that’s rich, i
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Valentine’s Day Offers in North Texas
Source excerpt: We’ve rounded up a few more Valentine’s Day special offers in North Texas for anyone looking for a fun (and tasty) way to celebrate their favorite Valentine on Feb. 14. Revel Patio Grill This Valentine’s Day, couples are invited to celebrate with more than jus
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Elm & Good Brings Chef-crafted Menus to Deep Ellum
Source excerpt: Colleague Chris Waits and I recently tried brunch at Elm & Good, a delightful pub-style restaurant led by Executive Chef JV Hernandez and tucked inside the Pittman Hotel in Deep Ellum. Centered on Texas beef, wild game, fish and seasonal produce, the chef-craf
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Disney’s Frozen the Musical at Family Music Theatre in Dallas
Source excerpt: Photo by Angela Germany Photography + Sydney Cornelius.Family Music Theatre is proud to present Disney’s Frozen the Musical February 27 – March 14. Set in the enchanting kingdom of Arendelle, the story follows sisters Anna and Elsa as they navigate fear, love,
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Journey North Exhibit Opens at Latina Cultural Center Jan. 30
Source excerpt: Journey North: Hope, Labor and Culture, an exhibit by artist Jorge Dominguez Cruz, opens Jan. 30 at the Latino Cultural Center in Dallas. The exhibit invites us to step into a world where every brushstroke tells a story of courage, every sculpture embodies a d
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GARRISON BROTHERS DISTILLERY Announces Their First-Ever Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon Release
Source excerpt: Distilled in Fall 2019, Six-Year-Old Bourbon Will be 10th in the Portfolio HYE, TX (January 27, 2026) – Founded in 2006, Garrison Brothers Distillery, the first and oldest legal whiskey distillery in Texas, and the first distillery outside of Kentucky to produ
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Winter storm puts critical chill on Texas blood supply
Source excerpt: DALLAS-FORT WORTH – Jan. 28, 2026 – The winter storm took a toll on the local blood supply. Inclement weather forced Carter BloodCare to cancel mobile blood drives and close donor centers for four days across 59 counties in North, Central and East Texas. Carte
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I-30 CLOSES, DETOURS BETWEEN I-35E, I-45/US 75 IN DALLAS STARTING JANUARY 30
Source excerpt: DALLAS – Weather permitting, all lanes of east and westbound I-30 will be closed between the I-35E and I-45/US 75 interchanges from 10 p.m. Friday, January 30 to 5 a.m. Monday, February 2 as part of the ongoing I-30 Canyon corridor improvement project. A signe
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Fat Ham Opens at Dallas Theater Center Jan. 30
Source excerpt: Fat Ham will be presented by Dallas Theater Center January 30-Feb. 8. The Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy by James ljames, co-produced by Stage West, will be directed by Vicki Washington at the Kalita Humphreys Theater. Fat Ham Plot Synopsis Juicy’s got a lot on
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DFW Valentine’s Day Menu Offers Sweet Treats
Source excerpt: A wide variety of sweet treats and savory dinners are on the Valentine’s Day menu for DFW restaurants and venues Feb. 14. Here are just a few of them, all promising to satisfy your sweet tooth with a side of romance. Valentine’s Day specials for maman’s From F
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Nothing Bundt Cakes Named No. 1 Food Brand in Nation
Source excerpt: Nothing Bundt Cakes, the nation’s largest specialty cake brand, has once again earned the title of America’s #1 Food Brand, as recognized by Technomic and Nation’s Restaurant News. This back-to-back distinction highlights the devotion of guests across the coun
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Cowboys & Culture Presented by Fort Worth Opera at the Kimbell
Source excerpt: Fort Worth Opera will present Cowboys & Culture, a multimedia concert celebrating the music, stories and spirit of the American West, on Thursday, February 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Kimbell Art Museum’s Renzo Piano Pavilion. Presented during the closing week of th
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Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza + Terry Blacks BBQ Brisket Pizza Now on Menu
Source excerpt: Award-winning Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza has teamed up with Texas barbecue legend Terry Blacks BBQ to create an unforgettable new menu item: Terry Black’s Brisket Pizza. This perfect mashup of Italian flair and Texas smoke is something that pizza and barbec
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Equest Needs Dallas Volunteers
Source excerpt: The New Year brings new opportunities to volunteer with Equest, a leading equine-assisted therapeutic center in Dallas that relies on hundreds of volunteers each year to support its life-changing programs. Equest will host Volunteer Training sessions on Januar
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