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Dallas Local News
Due to extreme heat, Cedar Ridge Preserve is closing at noon
Dallas, Texas – In an effort to safeguard the well-being of its patrons amidst soaring temperatures, Cedar Ridge Preserve, a favored hiking retreat situated to the southwest of Dallas, has decided to modify its standard operating hours. Ordinarily welcoming visitors from the break of dawn until twilight, the Preserve has…
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Community
Study: Plano ranks second in the entire country for best places to rent in 2023
Plano, Texas – In a comprehensive study that brought together a raft of diverse metrics, Plano emerged as the second most desirable city in the United States for rental accommodation in 2023, demonstrating its robust appeal among discerning tenants across the nation. RentCafe study involved 136 cities, each possessing at…
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Texas News
Town of Prosper, the City of Celina and Collin County to celebrate the grand opening of the newly expanded Frontier Parkway
Collin County, Texas – In an epoch-making event to honor years of persistent collaboration, meticulous planning, and seamless execution, Town of Prosper, City of Celina, and Collin County are poised to unveil the grand inauguration of the recently expanded Frontier Parkway. This momentous expansion, a symbol of inter-governmental harmony and…
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Fort Worth Local News
Mercy Clinic plans to build new clinic on the spot of Fort Worth’s landmark Berry Theater
Fort Worth, Texas – In an unexpected move that has caught some community leaders off-guard, a historic movie theater, a South Fort Worth relic from the 1940s, is slated for demolition to pave the way for a new health center. The faith-driven healthcare organization Mercy Clinic is behind the project…
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Dallas Local News
A law enforcement strategy that started in Boston decades ago is now part of the Dallas Police toolbox, Dallas PD chief explains
Dallas, Texas – Taking a page out of the playbook of Boston’s law enforcement strategies dating back several decades, the Dallas Police Department has now implemented an innovative tactic known as “focused deterrence” as a pivotal weapon in their crime-fighting arsenal. Dallas Police Department uses the strategy to help offenders,…
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Community
Arlington City Manager Trey Yelverton has appointed Bret Stidham as new fire chief and director of emergency management
Arlington, Texas – In a decisive move demonstrating progressive urban governance, Arlington City Manager, Trey Yelverton, announced the appointment of Bret Stidham, a seasoned firefighter boasting 30 years of experience with Dallas Fire-Rescue, as the new Chief of the Fire Department and Director of Emergency Management. Bret Stidham is experienced…
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Dallas Local News
Dallas man is facing murder charges for deadly shooting incident that stemmed from an altercation
Dallas, Texas – In the wake of a fatal altercation, a man is set to face charges for alleged murder, as disclosed by the Dallas Police Department. The incident, spiraling from a dispute into a fatal shooting, transpired on Hartsdale Drive on the 24th of June, 2023. Officers from the…
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Dallas Local News
U.S. Department of Transportation grants $25 million to DART for building trails along Silver Line
Plano, Texas – In a bid to bolster the infrastructure of Dallas, the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is set to harness a generous $25 million grant sanctioned by the U.S. Department of Transportation. This financial backing will serve as the backbone for the construction of trails along the Silver…
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Texas News
After a mosquito pool tested positive for West Nile Virus, the City of McKinney to spray area for mosquitoes
McKinney, Texas – In a decisive measure aimed at controlling the mosquito population, the City of McKinney is preparing to disperse insecticide in a designated areas following the detection of West Nile Virus in a local mosquito pool. This operation, subject to the vicissitudes of the weather, started at 10…
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Fort Worth Local News
Dallas, Fort Worth area has just reached 3-year high home sales as average home prices are on the rise
Dallas, Texas – In a significant stride forward, North Texas’ new home sales soared to a three-year apex in the previous month, with the average cost of new residences experiencing a notable resurgence. Meanwhile, pending sales remained fundamentally steady. An analytical review of the Dallas-Fort Worth residential real estate market…
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Politics
Part of $103 million Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant to be used by DART for fleet modernization
Dallas, Texas – In an exciting stride toward urban sustainability, the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is set to witness a significant overhaul of its bus fleet, thanks to a monumental grant of $103 million bequeathed by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). The crucial financial endorsement comes as a result…
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Education
Plano ISD back-to-school event to take place on July 26. Free school supplies and additional resources to be provided for families in need
Plano, Texas – In an initiative by the Plano Independent School District, in collaboration with the City of Plano, enrollment is presently ongoing for an imminent back-to-school fair. This benevolent endeavor is primarily intended to distribute essential school supplies and sundry resources to families grappling with challenging circumstances, in anticipation…
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Texas News
Elderly man died in hospital following traffic incident in Arlington on Sunday
Arlington, Texas – In a tragic turn of events, an elderly man of 89 years succumbed to his injuries following a horrific collision on Sunday morning in Arlington, involving his electric bicycle and a pickup truck, as stated by Arlington Police Department. At approximately 11:25 a.m., police units were dispatched…
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Dallas Local News
No museum entrance fee this coming weekend in Dallas-Fort Worth for Bank of America cardholders
Dallas, Texas – Are you in search of a budget-friendly cultural excursion this weekend? Bank of America, Merrill, and Bank of America Private Bank are presenting their cardholders an opportunity to immerse themselves in two distinctive cultural landscapes in Dallas-Fort Worth area. ‘Museums on Us’ initiative to offer free admission…
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Fort Worth Local News
The City of Fort Worth has been hacked, hackers targeted internal systems
Fort Worth, Texas – The City of Fort Worth has recently been thrust into the unenviable spotlight as the latest victim of a cyber-attack, allegedly carried out in response to the state’s positioning on the issue of gender-affirming care. The cyber malefactors, authorities believe, surreptitiously breached and siphoned off data…
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Dallas Local News
Swimming lessons offered in Dallas and Fort Worth for children during the summer
Dallas, Texas — The golden halcyon days of summer 2023 have descended upon us, accompanying a surge of warmth that invites carefree indulgence in aquatic leisure. With this season, throngs of North Texans are anticipated to seek respite in the cool embrace of local water parks, both public and private…
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Community
Non-profit Taste Project, active since 2017, will soon expand their services in Arlington
Arlington, Texas – Imbued with a robust faith and an unyielding commitment to combating food insecurity, the non-profit Taste Project has carved out a unique niche in the Texan landscape of Fort Worth. Their ingenious culinary endeavor, a pay-as-you-feel community eatery tucked away on South Main Street, close to the…
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Texas News
Frisco Chamber of Commerce names Christal Howard interim president and CEO after President Tony Felker announces retirement
Frisco, Texas – In a recent revelation marking the end of a significant era, Tony Felker, the stalwart President of the Frisco Chamber of Commerce, has declared his intent to retire. The announcement came to light on June 20, establishing the end date of his impressive 19-year tenure to be…
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Community
Mesquite Mayor Daniel Aleman joins city’s annual Spread the Love campaign
Mesquite, Texas – As the sweltering summer months roll in, the seemingly inevitable rise in grocery bills looms large over families, particularly when children swap school meals for home dining. However, a laudable initiative in the heart of Mesquite is fervently striving to address this concern, especially for households grappling…
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Fort Worth Local News
Late Wednesday night shooting in Fort Worth fatal for one person, three victims injured
Fort Worth, Texas – In the wake of a devastating late-night shooting on Wednesday, the Chief of Police for Fort Worth, Neil Noakes, is passionately urging any potential witnesses to break their silence and assist authorities in their ongoing manhunt. The dreadful incident, which resulted in the loss of one…
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Fort Worth Local News
Tarrant County officials shut down notorious strip club Temptations, citing zoning violation
Tarrant County, Texas – In a recent resolution that will reverberate through Tarrant County’s nocturnal landscape, a special board has unanimously decided on the revocation of the business permit of a notorious strip club, renowned for its dangerous atmosphere. Temptations Cabaret, an adult entertainment venue, found itself in the crosshairs…
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