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Irving City Council to vote on next step that could allow construction of casino, resort

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth (Local News) 3/20 2:47A Trevor Sochocki

The Irving City Council is set to talk about a contentious issue Thursday night whether or not to allow the construction of a destination resort. During Monday's meeting, the...

Rezoning for potential Irving resort casino wins initial OK

Dallas Business Journal 3/18 5:00A Holden Wilen

The Irving Planning and Zoning Commission approved the rezoning proposal in a split decision during a meeting that began on March 17 but ended early the following morning...

Christina Mathis Appointed CEO of Medical City Las Colinas

Irving Weekly 3/17 5:29P

Christina Mathis was named chief executive officer (CEO) forandnbsp;Medical ...

HelloFresh to lay off all employees at Grand Prairie warehouse

Dallas Business Journal 3/14 1:57A Sydney Asher

The meal-kit distribution company announced the closure of its Grand Prairie facility days after its 2024 earnings report fell short.

Southwest responds to bag policy change: ‘It's not like we traded Luka'

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Top Stories) 3/13 9:00A Sasha Richie | The Dallas Mornin

It is hard to make a more controversial decision in Dallas than trading Luka Doncic , and now Southwest Airlines is evoking the blockbuster trade as it tries to soothe customers upset by its latest...

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Dallas Academy Students Explore the Wonders of Costa Rica

Las Colinas BubbleLife iReporter 3/19 1:00A Lisa Loera

The Dallas Academy high school class has returned from their world travels! Ten high school students, led by Ms. Cooper and Mr. Hooper, spent their spring breaks on a unique...

Sneaker Haven Celebrates Grand Opening in Watters Creek Village with Free Event Featuring Dallas...

Las Colinas BubbleLife iReporter 3/19 12:46A Kathy Beazley

Sneaker Haven , the ultimate destination for sneaker enthusiasts, is celebrating its newest location, a brand-new store in Watters Creek Village in Allen, with a grand opening event on Sunday, March...

Spring Favorites Under $50

Tanya Foster 3/16 5:00A Tanya Foster

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Today is your LUCKY day because I have an amazing special offer for you! Recently, I have been loving all of my pieces from Pink Lily . They have such cute spring pieces at an...

Easter Egg Hunts and Activities North DFW

Las Colinas Family eGuide 3/16 2:15A Valerie

2025 Easter Egg Hunts and Activities North DFW Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Mostly-Free Egg Hunts, Pictures with the Easter Bunny, and Other Easter Activities for kids in Flower Mound,...

Spring Capsule Collection

Tanya Foster 3/13 12:00P Tanya Foster

We all have our favorite items in our closet. The items that no matter what, we wear them again and again. These are the must-haves that help you build your wardrobe and create outfits. I have a fall...

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Easy Bars and Restaurants for a First Date in Dallas

Eater Dallas 3/21 3:56A Courtney E. Smith

It’s time to date, but in a fun way. | Cidercade Suggestions for a classic drinks or coffee first date, places to play games and eat, and even some sit-down restaurants if you’re ready to commit...

Land of Promise Comes to Fredericksburg

Texas Wine Lover 3/21 12:05A Jeff Cope

Land of Promise is a family-owned winery that has established itself as a producer of exceptional, estate-grown wines in Sonoma County with its Terra de Promissio vineyard ....

Happy 14th Anniversary to Texas Wine Lover!

Texas Wine Lover 3/20 12:11A Jeff Cope

Fourteen years. Wow! The Texas Wine Lover (TWL) blog was founded on March 20th, 2011, and it’s still growing strong. There aren’t many weeks that go by without a new blog post...

Tacos and Tequila Festival Adds Hip-Hop Heavyweights to its Lineup!

Las Colinas BubbleLife iReporter 3/19 12:56A Kathy Beazley

The ultimate fusion of hip-hop, tacos, and tequila just got even hotter! The 4th annual Tacos and Tequila Festival at Panther Island Pavilion on May 17 is turning up the heat with four legendary new...

Culinary Delights Abound this Spring at These North Texas Food and Wine Festivals

Eater Dallas 3/18 4:33A Courtney E. Smith

Time to line up for entry to the Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival. | Nancy Farrar Events such as Savor and food and wine festivals at the Dallas Arboretum and in Fort Worth offer great eats and drinks...

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Fresh Finds for YOU!✨?

The Sister Studio 3/17 4:36A Jennifer Reed

Good morning and happy Monday, my friends! My kids are on Spring Break this week, so we re in Colorado and I m so, so excited to spend quality time all together as a family! Wish me luck snowboarding...

NEW Spring? + Sales on Sales!?

The Sister Studio 3/10 4:18A Jennifer Reed

Happy Monday my friends! I hope everyone has had a restful weekend and is ready to take on the week ahead! I have a jam packed newsletter today, including our Life in Lilac Spring launch , some really...

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Texas A&M coach Buzz Williams addresses online hate after guard Jace Carter reveals death threats

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/22 7:23A Associated Press

Carter said “it's hard” especially because the messages are “coming from your own fan base.”

Sochan, Johnson fuel Spurs rally past injury-depleted 76ers, 128-120

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/22 7:08A Associated Press

Stephon Castle added 17 points and a season-high 14 assists for San Antonio, which won consecutive games for the first time since Jan. 3.

VanVleet scores 37 as surging Rockets beat sliding Heat 102-98

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/22 6:48A Associated Press

Houston snapped a nine-game skid against Miami, which lost its 10th straight.

Dinwiddie and Washington lead Mavericks past Pistons 123-117, ending 4-game losing streak

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/22 6:16A Associated Press

Klay Thompson scored 20 and Naji Marshall had 19 points and 11 rebounds for the Mavericks, who snapped a four-game losing streak.

Goncalves scores decisive goal in shootout to give the Lightning a 3-2 win over the Stars

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/21 2:31A Associated Press

Goncalves scored his first shootout goal this season after Vasilevskiy made a glove save on Mikko Rantanen.

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What to Look for in Apartment Investments

VIP Realty 3/14 7:31A rs@viprealtyinfo.com (VIP Realty

What to Look for in Apartment Investments Investing in apartment buildings and multi-family properties can be a lucrative venture for real estate investors looking to generate...

Top Things to Do in Plano, Texas

VIP Realty 3/11 5:52A rs@viprealtyinfo.com (VIP Realty

Top Things to Do in Plano, Texas Plano, Texas, is a thriving city known for its excellent quality of life, great shopping and dining options, and numerous recreational...

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Texas measles outbreak expected to last for months, though vaccinations are up from last year

Spectrum Local News Health 3/21 6:54A Associated Press

Pharmacies across the U.S., especially in Texas, are seeing more demand for MMR shots.

Nestlé recalls some Lean Cuisine, Stouffer's meals

Spectrum Local News Health 3/19 3:15A Lydia Taylor

The company is asking consumers to return the products to the retailer from where it was purchased.

Inc. 5000 standout Archer Review taps new CEO

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/14 5:20A Alexa Reed

The McKinney-based provider of medical and nursing exam prep, which ranks near the top of the Inc. 5000, has a new leader at the helm.

Lamar County reports 4 measles cases linked to West Texas outbreak

Spectrum Local News Health 3/14 4:11A Christine Sanchez

The individuals had traveled to Gaines County, health officials say.

Trump administration withdraws nomination of David Weldon for CDC director

Spectrum Local News Health 3/13 4:13A Associated Press

The Senate Health Committee announced Thursday morning that it was canceling a planned hearing on Weldon's nomination because of the withdrawal.

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First-Rate Restaurants in Richardson

Eater Dallas 4/18 3:31A Courtney E. Smith

Dim sum for days at Kirin Court. | Kirin Court Because eating well doesn’t need to mean leaving the ‘burbs Gone are the days when suburbanites had to trek out to the city for good food. Take...

Strawberry Spinach Salad

Love and Lemons 4/17 2:21A Jeanine Donofrio

This strawberry spinach salad is perfect for spring and early summer. It starts with a base of fresh spinach—one of the first vegetables to appear at my farmers market each...

Waldorf Chicken Salad

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/16 11:00P Krista

Waldorf chicken salad is all about contrasts: crispy, crunchy, and creamy textures, and sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Perfect for lunches, picnics, meal prep or even a light dinner, this recipe is...

USDA’s Regional Food Business Centers Caught in Federal Funding Freeze

Civil Eats 4/15 10:00P Lisa Held

For the past five years, Patra and David Wise have been growing their farm business, Native Wise , to sell vegetables, wild rice, and honey to their local community in...

Crab Eggs Benedict

Life at the Table 4/15 3:46A Chef Sandra Lewis

Crab Eggs Benedict: A Coastal Twist on a Brunch Icon What do you get when a New York classic takes a seaside vacation? You get crab eggs Benedict—brunch elegance with a...