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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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Dallas Local News
North Texas nonprofit Hope Cottage announced plans Thursday for a new maternal health clinic opening in Dallas
Dallas, Texas – In an endeavor to address the critical maternal healthcare needs of North Texas, Hope Cottage, a prominent local nonprofit organization, has declared its intention to inaugurate a novel maternal health clinic. This initiative is set to be realized in conjunction with HHM Health, a Federally Qualified Health…
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Dallas Local News
Dallas man arrested out of state weeks after he removed his ankle monitor just before his trial
Dallas, Texas – Emerging from the latticework of law enforcement activity, authorities in Dallas revealed that a suspect implicated in a capital murder case, who had audaciously shed his electronic tracking device and vanished mere days prior to his trial, has been apprehended on Oklahoma soil. Dallas law enforcement, in…
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Community
Just 12 miles north of Dallas downtown, Dallas-based JPI has started construction of luxury-apartments project
Dallas, Texas – JPI, a seasoned Dallas real estate developer, has initiated construction of the five-story Jefferson Addison Heights, an exclusive, 290-unit luxury apartment community located in Texas. This residential complex will grace the Southeast Quadrant of Airport Parkway and Addison Road, nestled in the charming town of Addison, which…
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Fort Worth Local News
The city of Arlington is conducting target ground spraying this week after confirming four positive West Nile Virus (WNV) mosquito samples
ARLINGTON, Texas — There is another ground-spraying operation in Arlington this week in response to the detection of four West Nile Virus (WNV) positive mosquito samples. This initiative follows an earlier instance, almost a month ago, when the city discovered a single WNV positive mosquito in the vicinity of Forest…
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Dallas Local News
H-E-B made a $5,000 donation to the Plano ISD Robotics Club at the opening of the eCommerce fulfillment center in Plano
Plano, Texas – Prominent Texas-based grocery retailer, H-E-B, has broadened its dedication to integrating state-of-the-art technologies and boosting omnichannel growth with the launch of a new eCommerce fulfillment center in Plano. This strategic move is designed to provide a superior and more convenient shopping experience for Texas residents. H-E-B’s eCommerce…
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Dallas Local News
Largest Asian grocery chain in the U.S. H Mart to invest $28M in new Dallas location
Dallas, Texas – In a landmark decision, the Dallas City Council has approved $3.5 million in incentives to support the establishment of an H Mart store within city limits, signaling a significant boost to the local economy and the Asian grocery retail landscape. The implication of this move is profound;…
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Texas News
Community Coffee launches Bosque Ranch Craft coffee brand
Community Coffee, the nation’s #1 family-owned premium retail coffee brand, announces the launch of a new craft coffee brand in partnership with writer and director of the modern western, Taylor Sheridan. Bosque Ranch Craft Coffee, named after Sheridan’s Brazos River, Texas-based premiere equine facility is a collection of whole-bean, ground and…
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Texas News
Redesign of Lucas Boulevard in Mesquite to improve traffic and trail system
Mesquite, Texas – The Mesquite City Council approved a contract with Zachry Construction Corp. to reconstruct Faithon P. Lucas Sr., Boulevard. The roadway will be realigned and reconstructed from the existing two-lane section to a four-lane divided section from McKenzie Road to East Cartwright Road. The estimated total cost of…
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Education
The University of Texas at Arlington is looking to find permanent hires for several open job positions
Arlington, Texas – The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) has initiated a thorough search for the fulfillment of three prominent positions: the Dean of UTA Libraries, the Dean of Social Work, and the Dean of Education. These prestigious roles, crucial for the institution’s functioning and growth, are presently occupied…
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Dallas Local News
Brazos Residential has purchased The Thread Apartments, a 606-unit multifamily community in Dallas
Dallas, Texas – In a recent real estate deal in Dallas, the multifamily housing company, Brazos Residential, has purchased The Thread Apartments, an expansive 606-unit residential compound. Expert brokerage for this complex transaction was provided by Northmarq‘s Taylor Snoddy, while Kevin Leamy performed the necessary orchestration of acquisition financing. The…
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Texas News
Parlor Doughnuts set to open store in Flower Mound as soon as this summer
Flower Mound, Texas – Renowned for its innovative twist on traditional pastries, Parlor Doughnuts is set to expand its footprint into Flower Mound. The celebrated brand, having first unfurled its banner in Evansville, Indiana in 2019, has made a name for itself by dishing out an enticing variety of croissant-doughnut…
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Fort Worth Local News
Fort Worth-based firm plans to bring the Fort Worth Public Market building into life
Fort Worth, Texas – Drawing inspiration from its resplendent past, the once-thriving Fort Worth Public Market on Henderson Street, a stone’s throw southwest from downtown, is poised to resuscitate its long-dormant vibrancy. This architectural gem, engraved into the city’s history in 1930, beckoned to a myriad of visitors from across…
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Dallas Local News
The city of Dallas to receive $90 in funding thanks to a new agreement with DART
Dallas, Texas – Following months of contentious negotiation, a breakthrough agreement has been struck between Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) and the City of Dallas, paving the way for a windfall injection of millions into vital transportation infrastructure developments. This sizeable funding allocation is earmarked for key projects, among them…
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Texas News
Collin County Association of Realtors report: Median home price is down, increased closed sales in recent months
Collin County, Texas – In a captivating display of market dynamics, the Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) has released a report chronicling the developments in the local real estate industry. The latest figures reveal an intriguing five-month pattern of surging closed sales while concurrently signaling a downward trajectory in…
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Texas News
Lee Glover, Frisco’s interim fire chief, was promoted to Frisco Fire Chief on Monday
Frisco, Texas – In an announcement on Monday, it was confirmed that Lee Glover, the provisional head of the fire department, will be ascended to the prestigious position on a full-time basis. The transition from interim to official Chief of the Frisco Fire Department for Glover, whose dedicated stewardship commenced…
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Community
City of Lewisville offers help to seniors in overcoming high rent
Lewisville, Texas – In a noteworthy attempt to alleviate the debilitating pressure of escalating rental prices on some of its most defenseless inhabitants, the city nestled in North Texas, Lewisville, has initiated an innovative strategy. As the burgeoning population of Denton County breaches the one million mark, the soaring cost…
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