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McKesson completes $850M majority stake purchase in eye care company

Dallas Business Journal 4/2 5:59A Plamedie Ifasso

The Irving-based health care company purchased about 80% of an eye services organization, adding another large deal to the health care giant's portfolio.

Toyota Music Factory adds lounge channeling flavors, energy of Asia

Dallas Business Journal 3/27 8:39A Alexa Reed

The lounge blends Indian cuisine and Chinese flavors with a splash of live music to "add something truly unique to the area," said its CEO. Read on to read more about the new...

Dallas nonprofit pushes for bills supporting youth in crisis as legislative deadline nears

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Top Stories) 3/25 3:44A Alanna Quillen

With just over two months left in the Texas legislative session, lawmakers are considering several bills aimed at improving mental health and substance use treatment for...

Former AT&T dorms could be redeveloped

Dallas Business Journal 3/24 9:55A Plamedie Ifasso

Former AT&T corporate dormitories in Irving could be demolished and the site turned into a high-end multifamily residential complex. Learn more in this story about the deal...

Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis upgraded to questionable against Nets after 6-week injury...

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth (Local News) 3/24 8:20A CBS Texas

Anthony Davis appears on the verge of returning to the Dallas Mavericks after a six-week injury absence, with the star forward upgraded to questionable against the Brooklyn...

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Easy Home Decor Updates

Tanya Foster 4/3 8:14A Tanya Foster

Do you ever wonder if your house needs a little refresh? The answer is YES and this is the perfect time to focus on some home decor updates. Today I want to share a few home pieces and some tips on...

5 Bible Verses I Keep Coming Back to When I Need Encouragement

Brighton the Day 4/2 6:34A Brighton

A while back, I shared these Bible verses on stories—and so many of you screenshotted them that I knew I needed to elaborate. These are the verses I return to again and again when I need the reminder...

Timeless Wheels & Vintage Steel: The Village Shops Spring Car Show Returns

Las Colinas BubbleLife iReporter 3/31 11:49P Liz McGathey

Take a timeless ride at the Classic Car & Truck Show at the Castle Hills Village Shops from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 13. The event is FREE for spectators, and everyone is welcome! The...

Park Place Lexus Plano Recognizes Frisco ISD Teachers of the Year

Las Colinas BubbleLife iReporter 3/31 12:34A Mary Jane Coker

Park Place Lexus Plano recognized Frisco Independent School District Teachers of the Year, Robert Fitzgerald and Sarah Dickerson. Fitzgerald was named Elementary Teacher of the Year and Dickerson was...

Dwell with Dignity Announces the Return of Thrift Studio, Presented by Amazon

Las Colinas BubbleLife iReporter 3/30 9:36P Juliette DC

Dwell with Dignity , a nonprofit dedicated to transforming lives through design, announces the return of its largest fundraiser, Thrift Studio, presented by Amazon. The event kicks off with an...

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Charleston Taylor to Open in Johnson City

Texas Wine Lover 4/3 4:35A Jeff Cope

Press Release Set to soft open on April 11, Charleston Taylor winery is more than just a brand, it’s a generational experience. Named for the owners children, the winery is...

Y Knot Vineyard Grower Profile

Texas Wine Lover 4/2 9:13A Laurinda Thomas

With the looming threat of water shortages in the Texas High Plains, many row crop farmers are shifting to also growing grapes, since grapes require less water. In this...

5 Things You Need to Know about Wines in Texas

Texas Wine Lover 4/2 6:20A Gus Hall

Texas is one of the most attractive parts of the world to taste wines and have the best time. With its century-long history of winemaking, a rich selection of wines, and excellent service, the area...

5 Budget Places to Travel for Wine

Texas Wine Lover 4/2 6:19A Gus Hall

Taking wine trips is considered luxury entertainment. Logically, it is associated with high cost and inaccessibility for trips on a limited budget. Yet, this is not...

2025 TEXSOM Awards – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 3/26 9:05P Jeff Cope

The 2025 TEXSOM Awards have been announced, and these are the results for Texas wineries. The TEXSOM Awards judging took place February 15 18, 2025 at Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas. There...

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Such good SAVINGS!!!?

The Sister Studio 4/4 3:21A Jennifer Reed

Cheers, my friends we made it to Friday! I hope everyone has had a great week so far and has fun weekend plans. It s supposed to rain here most of the weekend, so I m just hoping for some sunshine at...

WHY FRINGE IS A MUST-HAVE TREND FOR SPRING

The Middle Page 4/2 3:49A Cathy Williamson

WHY FRINGE IS A MUST-HAVE TREND FOR SPRING Hello ladies! Are you in full Spring fever mode? I am so excited about Spring. However, it s been super rainy this month and already pretty darn warm. That s...

March Amazon Finds—on SALE!

The Sister Studio 3/27 3:24A Jennifer Reed

Happy Thursday, my friends! May your coffee be nice and strong today we re sooo close to Friday! Amazon is doing a big Spring Sale this week so I wanted to round up all of my March favorites, several...

A Colorful Table Setting For 10 or Just Two!

Color and Chic 3/26 4:35A Hoang-Kim

Spring is here and it s time to host! Whether you re inviting 10 people over or just one or two, I think it speaks volume to set the table and pull out the pretty napkins. Not only will it make things...

STRIPES: THE TIMELESS TREND FOR EFFORTLESS SPRING AND SUMMER STYLE

The Middle Page 3/23 5:57A Cathy Williamson

STRIPES: THE TIMELESS TREND FOR EFFORTLESS SPRING AND SUMMER STYLE Hello ladies! How is everyone today? I have been in Ojai Valley since Wednesday to see my daughter. She had an emergency surgery on...

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Oettinger makes 28 saves, Stars beat the Predators 5-1 for their 7th straight win

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/4 4:22A Associated Press

Stars captain Jamie Benn sat out, with coach Pete DeBoer saying before the game it was for “maintenance.”

Sam Ryder takes only 21 putts for a 63 and leads Texas Open

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/4 4:17A Associated Press

Ryder had to withdraw from the pro-am Wednesday when he felt a twinge at the base of his neck.

Women's Final Four brings powerhouses UConn, UCLA, Texas and South Carolina to Tampa

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/4 2:58A Associated Press

Texas (35-3) and South Carolina (34-3) are scheduled to face each other for the fourth time this season in the first of two semifinals on Friday.

Barnes and Paul lead Spurs past the short-handed Nuggets 113-106

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/3 2:59A Associated Press

The Spurs, playing without injured stars Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox, caught a big break when the Nuggets sat all five of their starters.

Denver Broncos sign former Colts QB Sam Ehlinger as their third quarterback

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/3 2:59A Associated Press

The Denver Broncos added former University of Texas and Indianapolis Colts quarterback Sam Ehlinger to their QB room Wednesday.

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Healthcare finance trends for 2025

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 4/3 3:32A Commerce Bank

Healthcare leaders enter 2025 facing a host of pressing imperatives. They need to promote sustainable financial health, address patient affordability and financial experience,...

Alcon to buy Lensar in deal worth up to $430M

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/27 1:23A Sydney Asher

The companies will come together to advance robotic laser technology in cataract surgery; improving precision, reducing patient comfort, and providing faster recovery time....

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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...

Hollandaise Sauce

Life at the Table 4/15 3:21A Chef Sandra Lewis

Meet Hollandaise the Queen of Brunch Sauces In the court of sauces, which one wears the brunch crown? There’s one sauce that reigns supreme at the brunch table, and her name...