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Rodeo Goat's latest location draws a crowd for good burgers, a great happy hour and an elevated rodeo vibe
Imagine peeking behind the scenes at a local rodeo. A group of teens from Future Farmers of America are grooming cattle in the livestock pens, while cowboys resin their saddles close by. The smell of burgers on the grill lingers by the carnival games. This is the concept behind Rodeo Goat burger restaurant, which opened last September on the I-35 frontage road south of Loop 288 between Denton and Corinth.
Blenders and Bowls to offer smoothie bowls at first North Texas location in Prosper
Blenders and Bowls will open its first North Texas location in Prosper. (Courtesy Blenders and Bowls) The business will open inside the Kroger Marketplace. Blenders offers smoothie bowls. This will be the sixth brick and mortar shop for the business and the first in North Texas. The company started as...
Denton’s Longtime Record Store Is a Collector’s Haven
Growing up, my father’s records were like siblings. I competed with them for his attention, if not his affection. When I left for college, they moved into my old room and eventually every room in my parents’ house in Abilene. My father, Joe, began to mail newspaper clippings...
Frisco teen raises $30,000 for Eagle Scout project to make garden ADA-accessible
FRISCO, Texas - A 15-year-old received tens of thousands of dollars in donations for his Eagle Scout project to make a Frisco community garden more accessible. Jonathan Eaton's project, which started with just one ADA-compliant garden bed, quickly grew into a complete transformation of the Harvest Community Garden in Frisco Commons Park.
Kenny’s Burger Joint announces rib-eating challenge, crowns first winner
Kenny's Burger Joint will host a rib-eating challenge every Tuesday starting this week. Diners will attempt to eat 30 ribs in 30 minutes. Everything is bigger in Texas, and barbecue and ribs are no exception. Kenny’s Burger Joint is pushing the limits on the Lone Star favorite with a new rib-eating challenge to be held every Tuesday starting this week.
For San Marcos Band Nesting Doll, Denton Was a Big Music Destination
It’s no secret that Denton is one place in Texas that attracts up-and-coming rockers. Plenty of venues are booking fresh talent, and the scene is foaming at the mouth with a craving for new music. All it takes is a good tune at the right house gig, and word of mouth will do the rest.
University alumna’s ‘dreams come true’ through exhibition
Before university alumna and local artist Lori Rohloff-Peek was diagnosed with Huntington’s disease at 30, she would express her emotions through paintings with intircate details and execution. Upon the condition deteriorating the fine motor skills that allowed her to hold a variety of artist tools, she continued to paint,...
III FORKS Plans Panhandle To Table Dinners Aug. 20 & 22
Texas Steakhouse to benefit Panhandle Proud with Austin and Frisco dinners. III Forks is proud to be among the finest steakhouses in Texas, and yet it recognizes that it owes much of its heritage to the grit and determination of those farmers and ranchers in the Texas Panhandle who provide much of the meat and produce served in the acclaimed restaurants. In recognition of that commitment, III Forks locations in Austin and Dallas are partnering with Garrison Brothers, William Chris Vineyards and Texas Rep. Ken King to host Panhandle to Table, a dinner benefiting Panhandle Proud, a charity that helps those affected by the spring 2024 Texas Panhandle wildfires. The dinners will be held in Austin on Aug. 20 and in Frisco on Aug. 22. Reservations for the dinner are required, and $400 from each $500 ticket will go to the charity.
Kiln Krafters: The People Behind the Ceramics
The Kiln Krafters club, dedicated to the art of ceramics, is thriving, with over 50 members. The club’s activities range from mold pouring and firing to glazing and painting of various items. Behind the scenes, the Kiln Krafters Board members ensure everything runs smoothly. President Cindy Parker, the backbone...
Photos: BYE BYE BIRDIE is Now Playing at the Argyle Theatre
The Argyle Theatre is presenting Bye Bye Birdie, Directed and Choreographed by Jen Wineman, with Musical Direction by Jonathan Brenner, and Associate Director and Choreographer Rebecca Frazier. The production began performances on July 11, 2024 and will run through September 1, 2024. Check out all new photos below!. A loving...
Sarah Kay's Nashville News, 7/17/24
Next year’s 60th Academy of Country Music Awards will take place on Thursday, May 8, 2025, from Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, TX. Reba McEntire will return as host. Additional details, including nominees, performers, ticket sale details, and additional ACM Awards week events, will be confirmed in the months ahead.
Rachel’s Kitchen Continues Growth in First Half of 2024
Rachel’s Kitchen is celebrating the first half of 2024 with remarkable achievements and continued growth. The brand is thrilled to announce several key milestones that underscore the brand’s commitment to serving more communities great tasting food with a gourmet touch at affordable prices. This year, Rachel’s Kitchen is...
Alternative indie rock band ForEach Loop prepares first album
Chris Lam, an associate professor at the university, is the lead vocalist and guitarist in local alternative indie rock band, ForEach Loop. Lam said he has been playing music in some sort of way since he was 10 years old. Lam is the lead vocalist and bass player in his...
Denton Enterprise Airport Launches Aviation Exploring Program for Youth
Your browser does not support the audio element. Denton Enterprise Airport is set to introduce a new Aviation Exploring program this fall, targeting young individuals aged 14-20. This initiative, developed in collaboration with Learning for Life and Scouting America, aims to provide participants with hands-on experiences and insights into the aviation industry, potentially paving the way for future careers in the field.
Russo’s New York Pizzeria serves up scratch-made pizza in north Frisco
The pizza place has a wide variety of pizza dishes for diners to choose from, according to its website. (Courtesy Russo’s New York Pizzeria) The location offers a variety of pizzas, including pepperoni, Italian Works and New York Village as well as Hawaiian and vegetarian. Guests can also enjoy soups, salads, pastas, calzones and desserts such as cannolis and cheesecake.
Rustic Warehouse brings home furnishings to downtown Prosper
The Rustic Warehouse opened in Prosper in July. It offers home furnishings, and this is the second location. (Courtesy The Rustic Warehouse) The furniture store offers couches, tables and other furnishings. The business was founded by a husband-and-wife duo, and they also have a location in Rockwall. Prosper is The...
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