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Light Up the Sky at One of These Fourth of July Celebrations
The team at CandysDirt.com rounded up some of our favorite fireworks festivities in North Texas. Scroll down to find an event in the community closest to you and let the fun begin. Fair Park Fourth. Celebrate the Fourth of July at Fair Park Fourth, presented by Regions Bank, on Thursday,...
Miss Texas 2024 crowned
Richardson, Texas. - Annette Addo-Yobo from Southlake was crowned Miss Texas 2024 Saturday night at the Charles W. Eisemann Center for Performing Arts in Richardson Texas. Addo-Yobo has a passion and desire to educate people across the country on Autism safety through her platform called "The SPARK Project".
10 Best Places To See Fourth of July Fireworks in Dallas
A proper Fourth of July celebration just isn’t complete without fireworks. Drones, sparklers and laser light shows can try as they may, but nothing compares to the authentic bangs, whizzes and thuds of the colorful nighttime firework spectaculars. Name a more American way to celebrate the birth of our nation than setting off exceptionally loud explosions in the sky.
These North Texas cities are being evaluated for 'aerial gondala' transportation system
DALLAS — Swyft Cities, in partnership with local transportation officials, is evaluating five potential cities to host its "elevated cable and rail system." Five North Texas cities - Dallas, Plano, Arlington, Frisco and DeSoto - have expressed interest in being home to the alternative public transportation. The transportation system, known as Whoosh, uses electric vehicles that look like aerial gondolas but use technology to move independently on an aerial network of cables and rails, according to a press release from Swyft Cities.
Tens of thousands expected at Klyde Warren Park Independence Day Celebration
DALLAS - The Fourth of July is still days away, but you can celebrate early Saturday evening at the Klyde Warren Park Independence Day Celebration.The event will include live music, food trucks and fireworks from two locations, synced to music. It starts at 7:00 p.m., with fireworks scheduled to begin at 9:40 p.m.Tens of thousands of people are expected at Klyde Warren Park for the festivities. It's free and open to the public. Seating will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis. Blankets and lawn chairs are allowed.Among the musical acts — two Texans."We have Grace Tyler from Frisco, we have Angel White, who's also a Texas native," Klyde Warren Park resident Kit Sawers said. "They're two amazing acts who are actually back by popular demand."CBS News Texas anchor Steve Pickett will emcee the event.
Tarrant County Rescues Puppies Abandoned In 100-Degree Heat
Eight puppies were rescued from a perilous situation in the scorching Texas heat just in time. On Monday the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call about puppies abandoned in a carrier without water in a field, with temperatures soaring to 100 degrees. According to a County Sheriff’s...
Texas school board approves 'parenting classes' as discipline option in new student code of conduct
DALLAS — The Dallas Independent School District board of trustees voted to approve a student code of conduct that would give campus leaders and parents the option to send misbehaving children to six-hour "Saturday school" or community service instead of alternative school -- provided their parents also take a three-hour parenting class.
Whoop it Up For The Red, White, And Blue at These Tarrant County Independence Day Events
In case anyone’s searching for a way to mark America’s 248 years of independence, there’s a lot of celebrating to look forward to in Tarrant County. And for those who really want to celebrate, there’s no reason to limit it to just July 4. Check out...
Texas Republicans Put Trans, Nonbinary Teachers in the Crosshairs
On April 19, Governor Greg Abbott spoke at the Young Conservatives of Texas gala at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, voicing an opinion that would later become enshrined in the Texas Republican Party platform and spreading misinformation spawned by a far-right influencer whose posts have repeatedly incited threats against the subjects of her ire.
Famous People From Irving Texas
Irving, Texas, was incorporated in 1914 and is home to over 250,000 people. Known as a significant business hub, Irving hosts the headquarters of several Fortune 500 companies and is adjacent to DFW International Airport, one of the busiest airports in the world. The city features the Toyota Music Factory, a vibrant entertainment complex with live music, dining, and a movie theater. The area also hosts various sports events and is close to AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Park.
Old, run-down Arlington motel could be transformed into $54M upscale hotel
ARLINGTON, Texas — this story and more North Texas business news from our partners at the Dallas Business Journal. An independent hotel management company wants to transform a run-down former motel and used car shop in Arlington into a $54 million upscale hotel. The city is putting dollars down to help with the endeavor.
Soulman’s Bar-B-Que Holds Rib-Eating and Ribbon Cutting with City of Hurst
North Texas’s Beloved Bar-B-Que Brand Celebrates Opening the 20th North Texas Location. is open for business at its 20th North Texas location at 480 Grapevine Highway, Hurst Texas 76054. North Texas’ favorite bar-b-que is now serving up its award-winning smoked meats and sides in its second Hurst location In celebration of the newest location, on Saturday, June 1st, competitors in the Soulman’s signature rib-eating contest vied for both bragging rights and a charity donation. The Mayor of Hurst, Henry Wilson, won the contest securing a donation for 6 Stones, the HEB non-profit that has been serving area families and individuals in need since 2009, by providing emergency assistance with food, clothing and resources, revitalizing homes, giving backpacks, school supplies, Christmas gifts and dinner or mentoring people out from poverty. The mayor’s win represents his second victory as he also won the rib eating contest at Soulman’s opening of the Hurst location on Bedford-Euless Road.
4th of July Events Dallas Fort Worth to Celebrate Independence Day
5/5 - (2 votes) Celebrate Independence Day with a bang in Dallas-Fort Worth! This vibrant metroplex offers an array of exciting events to mark the 4th of July, from spectacular fireworks displays to lively parades and family-friendly activities. Whether you want to experience the thrill of a concert under the...
Cook Children’s Health Plan Sues Texas Over Medicaid Contract, Impacting 125,000 Recipients
Cook Children’s Health Plan Sues Texas Over Medicaid Contract Dispute, Threatening Healthcare Access. Legal Battle: Cook Children’s Health Plan Challenges Texas Medicaid Contract Decision. Cook Children’s Health Plan has escalated its battle against the state of Texas by filing a lawsuit over a disputed Medicaid contract decision a...
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