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3 DISD Students Win NFTE STEM BizCamp Pitch at UNT Dallas
A 16-year-old junior at Woodrow Wilson High School in Dallas won a “Shark Tank”-style pitch competition sponsored by the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship and hosted by the University of North Texas at Dallas last week. Mars Ratliff’s winning pitch for her proposed business, Interio Interiors, features an app...
The Last Word: Style Advice from the North Texas Winner of the ‘Stuck at Prom’ Duct Tape Contest
…offering his style advice as the winner of the international “Stuck at Prom” Duct Tape Design Scholarship Contest. He designed a prom tuxedo that isn’t just totally awesome—it’s waterproof, too. And now Isaac Cervantes has won two international awards and $16,000 in scholarships in the 2024 “Stuck at Prom” Scholarship Contest presented by Ohio-based Duck Tape.
Dallas woman says she shot, killed man who wouldn't stop following her: affidavit
A woman is facing murder charges after she told Dallas police she shot and killed a man because he refused to stop following her in the Pleasant Grove area this past weekend. Iyanna Wells, 25, is charged with murder in the shooting death of 44-year-old Keeman Bowens, according to the Dallas Police Department.
July forum attendees mostly oppose ‘Texas A&M University-Dallas’ nomenclature
A&M-Commerce President Dr. Mark Rudin said he has asked the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents to postpone action on a name change until after the July 31-Aug. 2 meeting. The month of July, normally a placid time in Commerce, has this year been marked by a controversy over...
Dallas PE Firm NGP Launches $500M Fund to Invest in Clean Energy Platforms
Dallas-based private equity firm NGP announced the closing of NGP Sustainable Real Assets LLC with roughly $500 million of capital commitments from NGP’s dedicated energy transition fund, NGP Energy Transition IV LP, and co-investors. The firm said that NGP SRA was formed to invest in real asset development platforms...
The Church's 30th Anniversary Party Brought Out the Coolest Freaks
Dallas' legendary freaks-and-freaks haven of a club, The Church, has been a hub for the finest in kink, alternative, dark and goth culture for 30 years. The Church celebrated this milestone on Sunday at its new home at It'll Do club on Elm Street — after losing its longtime home when legendary dance club Lizard Lounge closed.
H-E-B is opening its 15th storefront in North Texas. Here's when and where it will open
FRISCO, Texas — H-E-B's North Texas expansion continues with an opening date set for their second Frisco location. The Texas-based grocer will open a location at 899 University Drive (at Highway 380 and FM 423) in Frisco on August 7. Their first Frisco location at 4800 Main Street opened in September 2022.
North Texas leaders seek funds to plan development near Trinity Railway Express stations
A lakeside promenade could one day be filled with people as they visit shops and restaurants near the Trinity Lakes train station in northeast Fort Worth. That’s the transit-related development goal for a proposed master-planned retail and residential community that would occupy about 1,600 acres just east of the crossroads of Interstate 820 and State Highway 121.
DART riders organize against proposed budget cuts
Transit riders and advocates are pushing back on proposed cuts to Dallas Area Rapid Transit's funding. More than two dozen North Texas residents packed a small room in a downtown Dallas office building on Saturday to organize and discuss the future of DART. At least half of DART’s member cities...
Park Cities Crime Reports July 15-21
SKULDUGGERY OF THE WEEK: BAD INTENTIONS, WORSE SKIN. A thief who may have had bad intentions and even worse skin stole 17 items from CVS on Mockingbird Lane before 11:31 a.m. on July 18, including Starface and CeraVe acne control, and La Roche-Posay lip care products. UNIVERSITY PARK. 16 Tuesday.
A Century of History Eradicated: Texas Megachurch Destroyed in Fire
The red brick walls of First Baptist Dallas Church's historic sanctuary are soot-singed and intact, but only devastation and ashes are found within. At 6:05 pm, the Dallas Fire-Rescue received a call for 1717 San Jacinto street in the heart of downtown Dallas. A second alarm was requested at 6:20 pm. The fire was contained until 7:35 pm when the roof partially collapsed and a third alarm was called. Finally, a fourth alarm was called at 8:14 pm, according to CBS5 News.
Shake Shack and Tide Cleaners are Keeping You Stain-Free
DALLAS (KDAF) — Shake Shack and Tide Cleaners are bringing the smoke this summer by teaming up to keep your clothes fresh and clean this month while you enjoy the best BBQ flavors of the summer. From July 22 – July 31, Shake Shack and Tide Cleaners will offer...
Plano Nears End of Massive Storm Cleanup Effort, Final Sweep Underway
Plano, a city in North Texas, is on the verge of restoring its neighborhoods after a string of 'unprecedented' storms hit the area back in late May and early June. The fierce weather left a trail of over 1,000 downed trees and scattered debris vast enough to match what the city normally collects in a year. As reported by NBC 5, the city's environmental waste services department has gathered approximately 100,000 cubic yards of debris over eight weeks.
Grapevine Community Unites for Pet Welfare: Free Vaccines and Food Pantry Support Local Animal Owners
Residents and their furry friends have a reason to wag their tails with the recent collaboration between a local outreach center and Grapevine Animal Services. The team-up offered essential services to the pet community, including a food pantry and vaccine clinic. The outreach endeavors resulted in numerous pets receiving rabies vaccinations and microchip implantations. Additionally, supplies such as cat litter, and both dog and cat food were distributed to animal owners in need.
The Dallas Foundation Awards $700,000 to 26 Local Organizations
DALLAS (KDAF) — The Dallas Foundation has awarded over $700,000 in grants to 26 local organizations, set to benefit thousands across Greater Dallas. The grants, averaging just over $28,000 per organization, are part of the Foundation’s Spring Grants Cycle and are supported by endowed funds tailored to match a donors’ specific interests. The funds, established by and named for their founding donors, support a diverse array of causes, including the arts, animal welfare, domestic violence, and health-related causes, and prioritize programs that address today’s urgent needs while paving the way for a brighter future for our neighbors across Greater Dallas.
MySweetOpportunity: Recovery Resource Council’s 21st Annual Power Of Prevention
According to Recovery Resource Council Board Vice-President Rosa Maria Berdeja,. “On Thursday, September 5, Recovery Resource Council will host its 21st Annual Power of Prevention breakfast fundraiser at Howell and Dragon, located at 1130 Dragon Street, Suite 120, Dallas. The event promises to be an inspiring morning dedicated to honoring and advancing prevention and recovery efforts in our community. Guest check-in begins at 7:00 a.m., followed by the breakfast program from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00a.m.
Indulge in an Exquisite Cain Vineyards Wine Dinner at Monarch
DALLAS (KDAF) — Monarch will present an exclusive dining experience featuring the celebrated Cain Vineyards Wine. With Guests of Honor Chris Howell and Katie Lazar in attendance, the winegrower and co-managers of Cain Vineyards & Winery, the dinner will take place on Tuesday, August 13, and will offer an opulent six-course meal paired with 8 hand-selected wines for $350 per person. Get your tickets here.
All-Inclusive Indoor Playground Opens In Dallas, Texas
Down to Play (DTP) recently opened in Dallas, offering indoor play, sensory development and socialization for those of all abilities. DTP, located at 6464 Northwest Hwy Suite 138, boasts a spacious 3,500-square-foot playground featuring engaging play structures and a custom sensory room for kids who need a break. While the playground is designed with special needs in mind, its inclusive environment celebrates and welcomes every child. The playground caters to children from infancy through elementary school, offering three distinct zones to ensure safety and enjoyment for all age groups. The playground includes dedicated toddler and baby zones, designed specifically to provide a safe and...
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