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Who's rising fast in Dallas-Forth Worth business? Nominate them here
Do you have an influential friend in Dallas-Fort Worth you think is worthy of celebrating?We're taking nominations for people to be considered a 2024 Power Player.The big picture: Axios Dallas Power Players 2024 celebrates local rising leaders — the next generation of founders, executives, influencers and innovators.How it works: Nominate yourself or someone else to be considered a 2024 Power Player. It's easy. Just complete this free survey by Aug. 2.We're looking for Gen Z and Millennial professionals (born 1981-2012) who are rising fast in their field, across all local industries. Sorry to our 65+ friends.They should live and work in North Texas.The bottom line: These are the locals everyone should be watching, and we want your help finding them!
Texas Is The Number One Worst State In Nation For Pests
There are many animals in the state of Texas. With so much surface area covered by the state, you're bound to see one animal you've never seen before. I mean, some of us have seen a fox run past us in Texas right?. Not all animals are friendly to humans...
Flower Mound to conduct mosquito spraying July 22-23
The Town of Flower Mound Environmental Health Services Division has confirmed a mosquito sample collected in the 3800 block of Raintree Drive has tested positive for West Nile Virus. This is the ninth positive mosquito sample found in town this year. The Town of Flower Mound has scheduled spraying operations...
2 Major Texas Grocery Store Companies Set To Merge, Prices Could Lower
It appears that two major chain grocery stores will be merging, and it might even have a positive impact on the cost of your grocery bill moving forward. A while back it was announced that Albertsons and Kroger would soon be merging, well it looks like that will certainly be the case. We've got everything you should know about the merger and what it could mean for your grocery bill moving forward...
A Tragedy in Texas: Buc-ee’s Burns as Smoke Billows into the Sky
Texas residents and visitors alike have come to love Buc-ee’s as a must-visit destination. Its popularity has even led to expansion beyond state borders, with locations now found in other states. It’s not surprising that this Texas staple has become a beloved experience that people want to share with others.
Fort Worth’s Bowie House Adds Personal Styling By Saks Fifth Avenue To It Slate of Five-Star Amenities
Bowie House by Auberge adds personal styling by Saks Fifth Avenue to its line-up of five-star amenities. When Bowie House opened less than a year ago, it brought all of the perks you’d expect from Fort Worth’s first five-star property, including fine dining, a spa, the fantastical rotating art collection, and an event venue ― not to mention the lobby bar and billiards room, which instantly became a favorite living room for the locals. While Fort Worth has never had its own Saks Fifth Avenue, as of Monday, July 22, we’ll gain access to the historic brand in this boutique venue when the Auberge resort reveals an installation of The Fifth Avenue Clubs by the luxury retail giant.
Not Too Early Big XII Hoops Predictions: No. 11, TCU
TCU basketball is at an historical apex. Under the direction of Jamie Dixon, the Horned Frogs have reached the NCAA tournament three straight seasons, and made four out of the last six Big Dances. Prior to this stretch, TCU had reached the NCAA tournament only seven other times and had done so in consecutive seasons only once. Having a good coach helps. So does competing in college basketball's premiere conference.
Going for gold: TCU athletes head to Paris to compete in 2024 Summer Olympics
For TCU women’s basketball player Hailey Van Lith, playing in the Olympics was never an impossible dream. “I always saw myself as an Olympian. I would look up and I would watch Diana (Taurasi) and Sue (Bird) play, and I saw myself there,” Van Lith said during a recent press conference inside TCU’s arena. “I just had to be patient.”
Homicide at 9800 Bruton Road
On July 21, 2024, at about 9:00 PM, Dallas police responded to a shooting call in the 9800 block of Bruton Road. The preliminary investigation determined when officers arrived, they found 44-year-old Keeman Bowens shot lying on the ground. Dallas Fire Rescue responded, and Bowens died at the scene. Further investigation identified the suspect as 25-year-old Iyanna Wells.
Flash flooding closed portion of I-635 in Dallas
DALLAS – Flash flooding Monday morning caused a portion of I-635 to shut down. Westbound I-635 at Garland Road in Dallas was shut down because it was completely flooded. Between 1.5 and 4 inches of rain fell in a three-hour time frame on Monday.Two vehicles were disabled in the middle of the road. At one point, water was up to the windshield of the vehicles.As of 9 a.m. Monday, far right lanes were getting by while crews were working in the road.Texas Department of Transportation cameras showed traffic backed up about five miles. Delays were an estimated hour and a half. Alternate routes included Northwest Highway.
A Century of History Eradicated: Texas Megachurch Destroyed in Fire
The red brick walls of First Baptist Dallas Church's historic sanctuary are soot-singed and intact, but only devastation and ashes are found within. At 6:05 pm, the Dallas Fire-Rescue received a call for 1717 San Jacinto street in the heart of downtown Dallas. A second alarm was requested at 6:20 pm. The fire was contained until 7:35 pm when the roof partially collapsed and a third alarm was called. Finally, a fourth alarm was called at 8:14 pm, according to CBS5 News.
Homicide at 3300 W. Pentagon Parkway
On July 21, 2024, at about 3:55 AM, Dallas police responded to a shooting call in the 3300 block of W. Pentagon Parkway. The preliminary investigation determined when officers arrived, they found 31-year-old Patrick Lee Island II lying shot on the ground. Dallas Fire Rescue responded, and the victim died at the scene. This remains an ongoing investigation that will be documented under case number 111594-2024.
Christmas in July Aquatic Event
Get ready for a splash of holiday cheer at Pleasant Glade Pool! We’re turning up the festive spirit with our Christmas in July event, the perfect way to beat the summer heat. There will be crafts, themed activities, food trucks, and of course, plenty of Christmas music to get you in the the spirit. Don’t miss out on this merry celebration for the whole family! All ages.
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