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State Fair of Texas Generates up to $680 Million Economic Impact for North Texas
September 25, 2024 – The State Fair of Texas is proud to announce its significant contribution to the North Texas economy, generating up to $680 million last year. This impressive impact underscores the State Fair’s vital role not only as a beloved cultural event but also as a major economic driver for the region.
Military and Overseas Voters: Register and Make a Plan to Vote Today!
KAUFMAN COUNTY - With the 2024 Presidential Election fast approaching, the Kaufman County Elections Department would like to remind all active military and overseas voters of their registration and voting options and encourage all voters to make a plan to vote today. If you are a voter under the Uniformed...
State Fair of Texas, Oktoberfest and Weezer | Things to do this weekend in DFW
DALLAS — It's finally fall in North Texas. Better yet, it actually feels like it!. With this cool weather, you can finally get out for some fresh air without drowning in sweat. It's a good thing there are plenty of events going on this weekend. Some of them are...
ForwardDallas 2.0 Land Use Plan Adopted, Will Guide ‘How and Where’ City Should Grow
The ForwardDallas 2.0 comprehensive land use plan has been adopted — but the implementation phase has only just begun. In an 11-4 vote Wednesday evening, the Dallas City Council approved ForwardDallas, a plan that has been through numerous iterations, committees, and amendments over a three-year period. It was a long road and not everybody was happy with the finished product.
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