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U.S. Women’s Volleyball + Major League Cricket Headed for North Texas
North Texas is Sports Central this week, with the Dallas Mavericks and Dallas Stars both playing championship games. And, there’s more on the way! The U.S. Women’s National (Volleyball) Team (three time VNL champions, reigning Olympic Champs) will compete in Arlington May 28-June 2, and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and second season of Major League Cricket take over Grand Prairie Stadium in June and July.
Notice of Request for Qualifications RFQ 23-24-08 Construction Manager at Risk
DUE: Monday June 17, 2024 2:00 PM. (CST) Pursuant to Local Government Code 2269, Subchapter G, Cedar Hill Independent School District is Requesting Qualifications (RFQ) for Construction Manager at Risk. RFQ specifications are available at Cedar Hill Independent School District located at 285 Uptown Blvd. – Building 300., Cedar Hill, Texas 75104; Attn: Patricio Valdez-Contreras. Instructions to access the proposal package from the District website are as follows: Website www.chisd.net; go to Services & Departments; go to Business Office on the left; go to Purchasing on the left; go to Current Bids; Download RFQ 23-24-08 – Construction Manager at Risk. Qualifications will be received at 285 Uptown Blvd., Bldg. 300, Cedar Hill, TX 75104 or at Purchasing@chisd.net until Monday June 17, 2024 2:00 PM. (CST). The District reserves the right to reject any and/or all proposals or any part thereof and to waive any formalities in the best interest of the district.
CITY OF LANCASTER ORDINANCE NO. 2024-02-09
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LANCASTER, TEXAS GRANTING TWO (2) SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS (M24-22) TO THE LANCASTER DEVELOPMENT CODE TO: 1) NOT PROVIDE THE REQUIRED HORIZONTAL ARTICULATION PER SECTION 14.504 (a) (4) (A) (1); AND 2) NOT PROVIDE THE REQUIRED VERTICAL ARTICULATION PER SECTION 14.504 (a) (4) (A) (2), FOR THE PROPERTY ADDRESSED AS 2543 BALOMEDE, CITY OF LANCASTER, DALLAS COUNTY, TEXAS; PROVIDING FOR THE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE LANDSCAPING BEING IN SUBSTANTIAL CONFORMANCE TO EXHIBIT “1”, ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN FOR ALL PURPOSES; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING A PENALTY OR FINE NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND ($2,000) DOLLARS FOR EACH OFFENSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Lancaster Town Hall Comprehensive Plan open house set for June 1
LANCASTER – The City of Lancaster will hold its community-wide Town Hall meeting update regarding its Comprehensive Plan on Saturday, June 1. Residents and stakeholders are invited to join the community-wide open house to learn more about the city’s proposed future and to offer input. The event is...
What’s New In RTD Cocktails, From Fancy to Fun
Ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails have come a long way since their humble beginnings, evolving into a sophisticated and diverse category of beverages. Initially, RTD cocktails were mostly straightforward mixes, often overly sweet and lacking the depth of freshly made cocktails. However, recent innovations have dramatically transformed this market, bringing in new elements like sparkling and nitro-infused options that elevate the drinking experience. Check out some of what we’ve tried recently.
Symphony in the Heights with DSO’s renowned concert truck
GLENN HEIGHTS – The City of Glenn Heights is thrilled to be part of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s Symphony in the Parks this Saturday, May 25 at 8:15 at Glenn Height’s City Center. The concert is free and open to the public. “The year 2024 marks the...
Duncanville Bids Farewell to Mayor Gordon, Installs New Mayor and Councilmembers May 21
An engaged community filled the auditorium May 21, to bid a fond farewell to Duncanville Mayor Barry L. Gordon and First Lady Marlyse Gordon and applaud new Mayor Greg Contreras and First Lady Karen Contreras. Emotions were running high, as the outgoing and incoming Mayors each wiped away tears while praising their wives and thanking the city staff and community for their support. Standing ovations slowed the proceedings several times, but no one seemed to mind.
Celebrity Cruises Elevates The Suite Experience With New Changes
MIAMI, May 23, 2024 — When cruising restarted following the pandemic, many cruise lines implemented changes big and small. In a move that disappointed many, including us, Celebrity removed butlers from Sky Suites. Fortunately, Celebrity Cruises® listened to their loyal cruisers and continues to evolve based on feedback.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING June 11, 2024 CITY OF CEDAR HILL CITY COUNCIL
Notice is hereby given that the City Council for the City of Cedar Hill, Texas will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the T.W. “Turk” Cannady/Cedar Hill Room located in the Cedar Hill Government Center, 285 Uptown Blvd. Bldg. 100, Cedar Hill, Texas 75104 for the consideration and adoption of the proposed budget for the Cedar Hill Crime Control and Prevention District fiscal year 2024-2025.
DFW Airport Gears Up for Record-Breaking Summer Travel Season
School’s out for summer and the heat is on the way both literally and figuratively as Mother Nature and travel season heat up. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is set to kick off its busiest summer ever with a Memorial Day weekend expected to bring a total of 1.5 million travelers. You’re going to want to be prepared by allowing extra time and packing your patience, as delays and snafus are just part of the process these days.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED BUDGET CRIME CONTROL AND PREVENTION DISTRICT
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED BUDGET CRIME CONTROL AND PREVENTION DISTRICT CITY OF CEDAR HILL, TEXAS. Notice is hereby given to all interested persons including without limitation the Taxpayers, Property Owners, Residents and Citizens of the City of Cedar Hill, Texas that the Cedar Hill Crime Control and Prevention District Board of Directors will hold a public hearing at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 in the T.W. “Turk” Cannady/Cedar Hill Room located in the Cedar Hill Government Center, 285 Uptown Blvd. Bldg. 100, Cedar Hill, Texas 75104 to consider the proposed budget for the Cedar Hill Crime Control and Prevention District fiscal year 2024-2025.
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