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Several law enforcement agencies respond to Dallas County neighborhood for stolen car suspect hiding...

WFAA.com (Local News) 3/30 3:52P

DPS said the suspect did have a gun and shot toward deputies, who returned fire. It was unclear if the suspect was hit, officials said

Taylor Swift Makes Generous Donation to Tarrant Area Food Bank

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 3/30 3:21P Dominga Gutierrez

Musician Taylor Swift made a generous donation to the Tarrant Area Food Bank ahead of her AT&T Stadium concerts this weekend, according to TAFB. Swift has made other sizable...

New FBI Dallas Leader and Native Texan Says Priorities Include Fight on Cyber Attacks, Fentanyl and...

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 3/30 3:02P Sophia Beausoleil

Chad Yarbrough, a native Texan, has been named as the new Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Dallas field office. Having been born and raised and a native of the Dallas area,...

Related: Violent Crime Down in Dallas, Police Chief Says NBC Dallas-Fort Worth

Ribbon Cutting Day at Historical Longhorn Ballroom in Dallas

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 3/30 12:04P Ken Kalthoff

They cut the ribbon Thursday to reopen the 72-year-old Longhorn Ballroom in Dallas after years of abandonment and decay. Dallas city leaders see a revival of the historic...

Fans can take photo at 'Taylor Swift Way' in Arlington during concert weekend

WFAA.com (Local News) 3/30 11:12A

Swift also made a "generous donation" to the Tarrant Area Food Bank, according to officials.

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MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Advisory Board Reception

My Sweet Charity 3/30 12:30P Jeanne Prejean

The 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Advisory Board reception on Thursday, March 9, seemed like a simple operation for hostess Michelle Collins . The attendance was going to be around 70 of board members...

Easy Home Decor Updates

Tanya Foster 3/30 12:00P 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 spring home pieces and some...

How Texas Drag Queen Brigitte Bandit Exposed the Absurdity of Proposals to Criminalize Drag...

Texas Monthly 3/30 11:22A Dan Solomon

This week, the Texas Senate Committee on State Affairs advanced two bills that would criminalize many drag performances. The bills, both filed by Republican Bryan Hughes of Mineola, take aim at men or...

Attack of the Loan Sharks, Texas Lege Edition

Texas Monthly 3/30 7:51A Forrest Wilder

Ten years ago, the eighty-third Texas Legislature had a chance to prove it wasn t hopelessly corrupted by even the sleaziest of industries. That year, lawmakers considered modest reforms to the payday...

Terra Saunders, Skimpy-Clothes Magnate, Dresses All the Biggest Names in Boobs

Texas Monthly 3/30 7:43A Susan Elizabeth Shepard

Uniforms, short on fabric and tight on fit, worn by attractive young women, are one of the reasons why brands such as Southwest Airlines and Twin Peaks feel so Texan. America s sweethearts made crop...

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UNT Dallas to host Trailblazer 360 event for prospective students Saturday, April 1

Grand Prairie BubbleLife iReporter 3/29 5:37A Taylor Mayad

The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) is opening its campus to high school juniors, seniors and college students considering a transfer so they can design the...

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3/29/2023 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Special Education Transition Clinic

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3/28/2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Parent Workshop: Escape the Vape - Parent Edition

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Why Does DFW Love Gumbo so Much?

Eater Dallas 3/30 4:00A Terrance Porter

Good gumbo starts with the trinity. | Kathy Tran From Restaurant Beatrice to H-E-B, Texans are embracing the Louisiana dish and its culture February 2023 marked 10 years of me living in Texas. For the...

These DFW Restaurants, Chefs, and Bakeries Are 2023 James Beard Award Finalists

Eater Dallas 3/29 7:20A Courtney E. Smith

Restaurant Beatrice in North Oak Cliff. | Kate Voskova Including Eater Dallas’s 2022 Restaurant of the Year When it dropped in January, a longlist from the James Beard Awards honored several Dallas...

The 9 Best Restaurants Near AT&T Stadium

Eater Dallas 3/29 5:12A Courtney E. Smith

AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. | Greg Nelson /Sports Illustrated/Getty Images For concerts and football games, there are great spots to grab a bite before you go It’s the home of the Dallas...

Preview of some April 2023 Texas Wine Festivals

Texas Wine Lover 3/28 12:45A Amie Nemec

These are some of the Texas wine festivals happening in April 2023 Read More

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Discover Texas Wines – Sommly – Part 3

Texas Wine Lover 3/23 12:42A Amie Nemec

Amie tells how you can Discover more Texas wines by using Sommly Read More

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Amazon’s BEST New Arrivals!

The Sister Studio 3/29 7:47P Jennifer Reed

March s ALL THINGS AMAZON post is HERE! You guys have been loving these posts and it makes me so happy! They re a labor of love, but, honestly, I get so excited looking for new Amazon finds to share...

TRENDING-CARGO PANTS

The Middle Page 3/28 3:12A Cathy Williamson

TRENDING-CARGO PANTS Good Morning, everyone! I hope you all are doing well. I am so heartsick this Morning about what happened in Nashville yesterday. It hit really home for me for two reasons. One,...

3 Fashion Girl Approved Easter Outfit Ideas

Style of Sam 3/24 2:55A Sam

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CURRENTLY IN MY CART

The Middle Page 3/24 2:42A Cathy Williamson

ONE // TWO // THREE // FOUR // FIVE // SIX // SEVEN // EIGHT // NINE // TEN Here we are again, ladies! Another week has come and gone, and we re THAT much closer to some sunshine and...

JUST IN: Target, Walmart & Amazon

The Sister Studio 3/22 10:17P Jennifer Reed

Happy *almost* Friday, friends! I hope everyone is having a great week! I m headed to Nashville tomorrow so I ll be spending most of my day getting packed up. Speaking of, I ll be sure to share...

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Women's Final Four secondary ticket market outpaces men's

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/30 1:49P Associated Press

Ticket prices on the secondary market are substantially higher for the women’s Final Four than for the men.

Saweetie to headline free concert during women’s Final Four weekend

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/30 8:49A Spectrum News Staff

Several free events are taking place this weekend to celebrate.

NCAA women's Final Four set to tip off in Dallas

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/30 5:15A Justin Honore

NCAA women's Final Four set to tip off in Dallas

Thursday is opening day for Houston Astros, Texas Rangers

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/30 5:00A Antoinette Odom

MLB will soon kick off its new regular season on opening day with defending World Series Champions the Houston Astros at the Minute Maid Park.

Women making case in tourney for own March Madness TV deal

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/30 4:45A Associated Press

There were record-setting attendance at the two sites — Greenville, South Carolina and Seattle — along with record numbers for TV ratings.

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Deep Ellum in Dallas, Texas Tour

VIP Realty 3/26 7:07A info@viprealtyinfo.com (Richard

Deep Ellum in Dallas, Texas should be on your radar if you're looking for a lively neighborhood with a diverse range of things to do. The established neighborhood which dates...

Living in Coppell, Texas Pros & Cons 2023 - Best Dallas Suburb

VIP Realty 3/24 12:04P info@viprealtyinfo.com (Richard

Are you looking for the best Dallas suburb to call home? You have come to the right place as this blog will discuss the pros and cons of living in Coppell in 2023. Coppell is...

Living in Dallas' Uptown Pros & Cons - Most walkable live-work-play community

VIP Realty 3/22 12:37P info@viprealtyinfo.com (Richard

Are you considering living in Dallas’ Uptown? In this blog, we'll discuss the pros and cons of living in the most walkable live-work-play community in the Big D. Over the...

Pros and Cons of Living in Frisco, Texas 2023 - Texas Best Suburbs

VIP Realty 3/21 10:34A info@viprealtyinfo.com (Richard

Are you considering a move to Texas in 2023 and beyond? You might want to take a closer look at Frisco, Texas. As one of Texas' best suburbs, Frisco has plenty to offer...

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CVS set to close on $8 billion Signify Health acquisition this week

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/28 8:37A Mary Serreze

The acquisition is part of a strategy by CVS to grow its primary care footprint.

Texas Rangers broadcaster to miss beginning of season for mental health treatment

Spectrum Local News Health 3/23 5:14A Sunny Tsai

Nadel said he is dealing with anxiety, depression and insomnia.

Michigan-based Build Senior Living to construct new Fort Worth facility this April

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/22 8:51A David Moreno

Detroit-based Build Senior Living plans to begin construction on its first Fort Worth care facility this April.

Intuitive Health founder teases ‘strategic opportunity’ for urgent care, emergency room growth...

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/20 8:52A David Moreno

Dr. Jay Woody sat down with the Dallas Business Journal to discuss Intuitive Health's growth in the past decade and tease future expansion across Texas.

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Does Blue Cheese Go Bad?

Cooking Chew 3/30 1:09P Andi Reis

You may be wondering if blue cheese goes bad, considering it's already got mold in it. Stop by for all the answers you need! The post Does Blue Cheese Go Bad? appeared first...

35 BEST Just Egg Recipes | Sweet & Savory Recipe Ideas

Cooking Chew 3/30 1:05P Renee Groskreutz

From a simple omelet to a roasted veggie frittata, these Just Egg recipes will make you want ‘eggs’ for every meal. The post 35 BEST Just Egg Recipes | Sweet & Savory Recipe...

13 BEST Red Quinoa Recipes Your Whole Family Will Love

Cooking Chew 3/30 1:03P Renee Groskreutz

We’ve gathered all the best red quinoa recipes online, from vibrant quinoa salads to delectable breakfast bowls. The post 13 BEST Red Quinoa Recipes Your Whole Family Will...

What To Serve With Fried Catfish: 42 Best Side Dishes

Cooking Chew 3/30 1:00P Renee Groskreutz

If you’re looking for great ideas on what to serve with fried catfish, this roundup of the best sides for catfish is the perfect place to start! The post What To Serve With...

What Is A Good Substitute For Rotel Tomatoes?

Cooking Chew 3/30 10:35A Andi Reis

You're probably wondering if we have a few ideas for what to substitute for Rotel Tomatoes. Yep, we sure do! Thanks for coming by. The post What Is A Good Substitute For Rotel...