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Body found near pond in Glenn Heights
The Glenn Heights police are investigating the death of a man who was found near a pond on Tuesday. The Glenn Heights Police Department was called to the scene at the 1600 block of Waters Edge Drive after reports of a body found. Family had reported the man, who was...
Local dealerships want to bring holiday magic this summer
Most people are not thinking about December or Christmas during July but a local dealership hopes to change your mind. Some toy shopping this month will mean something good for kids. Huffines Auto Dealerships invites North Texans to stop by and drop off a toy. The goal of the monthlong...
Addison Kaboom Town celebrates 40 years of fireworks
More than half a million people will head to Addison on Wednesday for the annual Kaboom Town fireworks show. Only a limited number of tickets are still available at the gate. But families can still enjoy the show from other areas in the city.
Newly opened Lacrosse Barn wants to become epicenter for sport in Dallas area
ADDISON, Texas — this story and more North Texas business news from our partners at the Dallas Business Journal. The Dallas area is a hotbed for lacrosse in Texas, something a new business in Addison hopes to capitalize on in a big way. The Lacrosse Barn opened June 1...
Dallas Sizzles Under Heat Advisory as Officials Urge Caution Amid Triple-Digit Temperatures
As the sun scorches the Dallas landscape, the National Weather Service in Fort Worth extends a heat advisory that has locals seeking shade and respite from conditions that flirt with triple-digit temperatures. A relentless high-pressure system camped over North and Central Texas shows no signs of giving ground until at least Thursday, according to the National Weather Service. Despite the celebratory spirit of Independence Day, citizens are advised to curb their outdoor activities, replacing them with indoor traditions, air-conditioned and away from the merciless sun that promises a high near 102 degrees, a forecasted peak that fails to account for humidity's heavy hand, which can push the heat index to a perilously high 108.
Jake Allyn Wants to Help Celebrate and Preserve Cowboy Culture
The actor and Jesuit Dallas grad makes his directorial debut with a rodeo drama set in Texas. He was raised in Dallas, but actor and filmmaker Jake Allyn has always been enamored with life away from the big city — from working ranches to dusty prairies. “Growing up in...
Plans for Medical District transformation revealed
DALLAS — this story and more North Texas business news from our partners at the Dallas Business Journal. A long-term mixed-use transformation is underway in Dallas' Southwestern Medical District, starting with a recently launched streetscape and park project. Texas Trees Foundation and the folks behind the district recently completed...
Minor league update for 7/2/24
David Davalillo started for Down East, going five innings, striking out six, walking two and allowing no runs. Kai Wynyard allowed three runs in 2.1 IP with three walks and three Ks. Eduardo Mejia was 3 for 3 with a triple and a walk. Jojo Blackmon was 2 for 4...
FISH CITY GRILL AND HALF SHELLS NAMES MOLLY WINKLER AS EXECUTIVE CHEF
As it prepares to celebrate its thirtieth year in operation, Fish City Grill has named Molly Winkler as its new Executive Chef. Winkler comes to Fish City Grill most recently from Imperial Fizz, where she served as Executive Chef for TJ’s Seafood in Dallas. Following her culinary education at the Art Institute of Dallas, Winkler did a stint training at Walt Disney World before moving to a variety of culinary leaders. In North Texas, she’s also served as a Corporate Chef for Lombardi Family Concepts and as Executive Chef at Happiest Hour.
Readers Respond: Sleeping Outside Is Illegal in Dallas
Earlier this week, we published a story about the recent Supreme Court ruling that allows municipalities to criminalize sleeping in public. The ruling was split along party lines, with the conservative majority opinion stating that an ordinance enacted in an Oregon town that makes sleeping in public a fineable offense is, in fact, constitutional. You might be thinking this all sounds familiar, right? That’s because the city of Dallas has already been doing that for decades now.
100 Days to Football Time in Oklahoma 2024: #58 Ethan Lane
Previous School: Jesuit College Prep. School of Dallas. Ethan Lane went to Jesuit College Prep School of Dallas in high school, holding down the long snapper spot. Ranked a 5* by Rubio Long Snapping (check out the link for an evaluation), Lane committed to the Sooners in early 2020. https://rubiolongsnapping.com/player-rankings/profile?player=8720.
Alamo Drafthouse to reopen five previously closed theaters after recent Sony investment
Weeks after being acquired by Sony Entertainment, Alamo Drafthouse has announced that it will be reopening five previously closed theaters in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The theaters were closed last month after a franchisee — Two Is One, One is None LLC — that operated all the North Texas theaters filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and immediately closed the locations.
Poteet VFW members attend 104th Texas VFW State Convention
Many gathered together in Dallas for the 104th Texas VFW State Convention in June. Among those attending from VFW Post 6970 in Poteet were John E. Shipley, Commander; Herman Hood, Senior Vice Commander; John Pat Clark, Service Officer and Jim Koutny, Historian. Members took part in meetings, elections, installation of...
Rising Rental Rates and Landlord Profiteering Prompt Dallas Council Review of State, Federal Legislation
Landlords across the country are facing lawsuits for profiting off inflated rent prices, and the Dallas City Council is lending its support to state and federal legislation to protect tenants. Legislative Director Clifford Sparks reviewed a Jan. 8 memorandum about the city’s legislative priorities related to housing and homelessness at...
American National Bank to Open South Dallas Loan Office to Help Residents With Affordable Housing Options
Dallas Housing and Neighborhood Revitalization Director Cynthia Rogers-Ellickson told us last month that city officials can’t provide affordable housing on their own. They need partners in private industry, the building community, and financial institutions. Dallas Housing Director: ‘We Will Never be Able to Fix Affordable Crisis Alone’. American...
Dallas Public Works hosts new inspector training for North Texas workers
DALLAS, Texas — Municipal employees from across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex packed more than 70 seats in the Eco Park building's conference room this June to learn the finer details of construction inspection. The City of Dallas Department of Public Works hosted this new two-day training seminar in partnership...
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