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Everything to Know About New Steakhouse Evelyn, Plus March’s Other Splashy Openings

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Texas Rangers open investigation into East Plano Islamic Center amid scrutiny

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 3/31 8:25A Alanna Quillen

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is directing the Texas Rangers to launch a criminal investigation into the East Plano Islamic Center (EPIC), marking the latest in a series of state-led...

25 Years Later: Deadly tornado rocks Fort Worth

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 3/28 4:03A Larry Collins

For many in Fort Worth, 25 years passed in the blink of an eye. Looking at its busy and bustling downtown area, you’d never know it was heavily damaged 20 years ago during a...

South Dallas YMCA building nears renovation completion

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 3/28 3:52A Alanna Quillen

The much-anticipated new Park South Family YMCA is on track to open early this summer, marking a major milestone in the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas’ strategic growth plan....

Tesla owner seeks $1 million in damages after car keyed in Dallas; suspect arrested

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 3/27 3:10A Robbie Owens

With protests against Tesla and its CEO, Elon Musk , erupting across the country and reports of vandals damaging cars, the EV brand is taking a beating. Rafael Hernandez Tarrant County Sheriff's...

Dallas, TX, is an epicenter for healthcare. SMU Cox has played a role in fostering industry...

Dallas Business Journal 3/26 11:00P SMU Cox School of Business

As the population in Dallas and North Texas continues to surge, so does the need for health systems to meet the challenge of providing care while, at the same time, focusing...

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

Grand Prairie 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...

Everyday Looks I’ve Been Wearing

Brighton the Day 3/28 9:39A Brighton

If you’re anything like me, you want everyday looks that feel just as good as they look. Whether I’m heading out for errands, meeting a friend for coffee, or working from home, I always try to reach...

BOOK REVIEW: LEFT (TERRAN INCOGNITA, #1) by Paul McGrath

Grand Prairie BubbleLife iReporter 3/25 8:51P KAREN SIDDALL

Left Terran Incognita, #1 by Paul McGrath Delightful, with unexpectedly perfect plot twists. Left is the first book in author Paul McGraths new science fiction series, Terran Incognita, and...

KEEP IRVING BEAUTIFUL SEEKS NOMINATIONS FOR ANNUAL AWARDS

Grand Prairie BubbleLife iReporter 3/24 10:14P kibjulie17

KEEP IRVING BEAUTIFUL SEEKS NOMINATIONS FOR ANNUAL AWARDS Mayor and KIB Awards Honor Irvings Difference Makers (IRVING, TEXAS) - Keep Irving Beautiful is asking for nominations to be submitted for...

2025 Mansfield High School Tiger Volleyball Camp - Registration is OPEN!

Grand Prairie BubbleLife iReporter 3/24 10:06P Julie Price

Registration for our 2025 Mansfield Tiger Volleyball Camp is open - sign your kiddos up now so they don't miss out on all the fun!!!! 2025 Mansfield Tiger Volleyball Camp June 16th - 19th @ Mansfield...

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Everything to Know About New Steakhouse Evelyn, Plus March’s Other Splashy Openings

Eater Dallas 4/1 3:15A Courtney E. Smith

Evelyn serves a whole Maine lobster with linguine in a unique presentation. | Chase Hall Other notable Dallas openings include a four-story restaurant Downtown and a Mexican grill on Lower Greenville...

Pesca Expanded Hours; Lunch Menu

Crave DFW 3/27 7:04A Steven Doyle

Since its debut in December, Pesca has quickly become a must-visit spot for dinner and brunch, offering coastal-inspired seafood in a laid-back, stylish setting at Trinity Groves. Now, the restaurant...

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...

Stray Grape Urban Winery

Texas Wine Lover 3/26 8:00P Jeff Cope

More and more wineries are opening around the San Antonio area, but Stray Grape Urban Winery has been in San Antonio since 2008. It started as a Water 2 Wine franchise by the...

Best Wines to Accompany a Poker Night

Texas Wine Lover 3/26 7:54P Gus Hall

Even though wine has actually been a staple of social gatherings for a long time, people no longer use it just for fancy dinners or romantic evenings. According to recent data...

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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...

LIVE NOW: Target’s MASSIVE SALE!?

The Sister Studio 3/23 4:54A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Sunday everyone! We are home after spending the week in Colorado for Spring Break let s just say my snowboarding isn t going to be winning awards anytime soon, but we had SO much fun all...

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Flores homers and drives in 4 to lead Giants over Astros 7-2

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/1 3:42A Associated Press

Giants starter Jordan Hicks, who grew up in suburban Houston, allowed only a first-inning single and struck out six in six innings.

Nets beat Mavericks 113-109 to win consecutive games for the first time since the All-Star break

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/1 2:27A Associated Press

The Mavericks are ninth in the West, a half-game ahead of 10th-place Sacramento.

Hailey Van Lith is grateful for her long, well-traveled college career after it ends in Elite Eight

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/1 2:17A Associated Press

TCU soared to new heights after adding Van Lith, advancing past the second round of March Madness for the first time.

Duchene, Johnston score 45 seconds apart in Stars' 3-1 win over Kraken

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/1 2:11A Associated Press

Dallas has won six straight games.

Madison Booker helps Texas reach its first women's Final Four since 2003 with 58-47 win over TCU

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/1 1:39A Associated Press

The Longhorns forced 21 turnovers and had nine steals and six blocks.

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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....

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.

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No-Bake Avalanche Cookies with White Chocolate & Peanut Butter

Cooking Chew 4/7 6:14A Renee Groskreutz

These no-bake Avalanche Cookies are loaded with white chocolate, peanut butter, crispy rice cereal, and marshmallows. An easy treat that’s perfect for parties and...

How One of LA’s Most Talented Chefs Injected Life Into Dallas’s Fine Dining Scene

Eater Dallas 4/7 3:09A Courtney E. Smith

Caviar is always on the menu at the Mansion, and chef Charles Olalia serves it with lumpia. Chef Charles Olalia looked to the Mansion’s history, and Filipino five-spice mix, to reimagine the...

Crispy Salmon Bites

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/6 11:00P Krista

Whether you add them to a salad or pair them with some easy sides for dinner, these Crispy Salmon Bites are sure to be a win! They re easy to make and the sweet-and-tangy Asian marinade makes them...

Eggs Benedict

Love and Lemons 4/6 1:58A Jeanine Donofrio

This eggs Benedict recipe is guaranteed to impress. It consists of crisp English muffins topped with perfectly poached eggs, creamy, dreamy homemade hollandaise sauce, and...

Kennedy and Rollins Highlight Healthy School Food After USDA Slashes Funds for Those Efforts

Civil Eats 4/4 10:36A Lisa Held

April 4, 2025 – Yesterday, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited a Virginia elementary school to call...