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Dallas Local News
Cracker Barrel with new location in North Texas as the state currently has the second highest number of Cracker Barrel locations nationwide
Prosper, Texas – Acclaimed American eatery, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, renowned for its soothing, traditional fare, has made known its strategic blueprint for an avant-garde dining establishment set to grace North Texas. This announcement follows their recent liaison with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, a cooperative endeavor…
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Community
The city of Mesquite needs community help for recently launched summer Spread the Love Campaign
Mesquite, Texas – In an effort to bolster nutritional support for children during the long summer period, the city of Mesquite has launched an altruistic initiative, called “Spread the Love Campaign”. This commendable project, bridging the gap between food insecurity and children’s access to nutrition, invites community participation through donations…
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Dallas Local News
Grapevine’s Marshall Grain Co. announces moving sale, closure on June 18 and temporary location opening
Grapevine, Texas – In a transformative development for a local business landmark, Marshall Grain Co., just over a week following its revelation to transition from Grapevine to Colleyville, has now disclosed the address of its impending new base of operations. Slated to open its doors in the early months of…
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Education
Texas Workforce Commission and the U.S. Department of Labor provided huge grant for specialized training in the healthcare industry
Dallas, Texas – In a joint partnership aimed at advancing workforce development, Dallas College and Gainwell Technologies have recently been the recipients of combined grants, totaling $1,045,269. These substantial financial contributions have been generously provided by the Texas Workforce Commission and the U.S. Department of Labor. Their purpose is to…
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Texas News
Dallas based discount retailer Tuesday Morning is closing all remaining 59 stores in Texas
Dallas, Texas – In a staggering move marking the end of an almost half-century-long commercial odyssey, Tuesday Morning, the stalwart discount retailer headquartered in Dallas, Texas, has issued a declaration of imminent closure for their remaining outlets. This disheartening announcement follows in the wake of an extensive series of closures…
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Fort Worth Local News
Dallas Area Rapid Transit’s Silver Line project is in early stages, but City of Plano wants locals’ input
Plano, Texas – Aiming to shape the future of transportation in North Texas, the city of Plano is actively soliciting public perspectives on the design plans for its two proposed stations, part to the Dallas Area Rapid Transit’s (DART) ambitious Silver Line project. The Silver Line, a regional commuter train…
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Community
Allen City Council to decide on two pickleball courts approval after Armor Brewing Co.’s official request set to be filed later this month
Allen, Texas – On the horizon of the 27th of June, a significant meeting is poised to occur as Armor Brewing Company is scheduled to stand before the governing body of Allen City Council. The company is making a bid to secure approval for the establishment of two pickleball courts,…
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Community
The City of McKinney to organize a celebration on June 17 to mark 100th Habitat home
McKinney, Texas – In a significant milestone for community development, Habitat for Humanity of Collin County has partnered with the City of McKinney and the McKinney Community Development Corporation (MCDC) to commence construction of their 100th Habitat home in McKinney. The project will break ground at 913 Hamilton St. on…
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Education
Nonprofit “Texans care for Children” opens preschool in Grapevine to combat childcare crisis in North Texas
Grapevine, Texas – Diminished enrolment, a reduction in personnel, and deserted classrooms paint a stark image of the current landscape of many Texan childcare facilities. This pressing circumstance has underscored the urgency of the ongoing childcare crisis in the state, rendering it a topic of keen public concern. David Feigen,…
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Education
Arlington ISD receives coveted Best Communities for Music Education designation for the 17th time
Arlington, Texas – Echoing an all too familiar tune, yet one that continues to harmonize with excellence, the Arlington Independent School District has yet again demonstrated their unwavering dedication to music education. The NAMM Foundation, for the seventeenth consecutive time, has bestowed upon them the coveted Best Communities for Music…
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Dallas Local News
Nearly 50 solar-powered cameras to be added in Prosper; they will scan license plates
Prosper, Texas – In a proactive maneuver to bolster security measures and streamline law enforcement, Prosper Police have confirmed plans to augment their surveillance capabilities with an additional forty-eight Flock cameras strategically installed around the town. This innovative technology, primarily aimed at identifying stolen cars and other vehicles involved in…
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Texas News
Unofficially, the architecture firm Gensler will design the Universal Studios kids-geared theme park in Frisco
Frisco, Texas – Renowned architectural giant Gensler has reportedly been commissioned to devise the blueprint for Universal Studios’ newest venture, a $550 million children-centric theme park destined for a prime location along the Dallas North Tollway in northwest Frisco. The details, though yet to be officially confirmed, come from trusted…
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Community
About 20 children signed up to learn more about food insecurity on Monday during a camp organized by the North Texas Food Bank
Dallas, Texas – The North Texas Food Bank spearheaded its inaugural summer camp for children this past Monday. Approximately twenty youthful participants enlisted to receive an enlightening education on the critical subject of food scarcity. “In North Texas, we have one of the highest rates of food insecurity in children,”…
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Dallas Local News
DEC Network in the Shops at Red Bird in Dallas is preparing for a major expansion, to move to a space three times larger
Dallas, Texas – In an ambitious initiative aimed at providing a substantial arena for aspiring entrepreneurs and fledgling enterprises, a community-based nonprofit is on the verge of implementing a considerable expansion to their existing facilities. The DEC Network, prominently situated in the vibrant Shops at Red Bird, is in the…
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Fort Worth Local News
Fort Worth Botanical Garden is offering free admission on Monday, June 19 in honor of Juneteenth
Fort Worth, Texas – The Fort Worth Botanical Garden, a lush sanctuary sprawling over 120 acres, has announced complimentary admission for Monday, June 19th, as a commemoration of the profound historical significance of Juneteenth. “The significance of Juneteenth spans our nation, but we are proud to celebrate this day in…
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Politics
Tarrant County residents think property taxes are too high. That’s changing now after Tarrant County commissioners pass tax relief
Tarrant County, Texas – In an unprecedented move on June 6, the Tarrant County Commissioners voted in favor of a measure providing some much-needed tax respite to beleaguered homeowners. The significant vote marks a seminal moment in the history of the county, signaling the first glimmers of economic relief for…
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Dallas Local News
Quartino Ristorante and Wine Bar, a Chicago-based authentic Italian restaurant, is coming to North Texas
Dallas, Texas – In a tantalizing fusion of traditional Italian fare and Chicago’s culinary ingenuity, Quartino Ristorante and Wine Bar is embarking on a noteworthy gastronomic expedition, expanding its horizon from the Windy City to Texas. This authentic Italian neighborhood dining establishment, known for its pizzeria and wine bar, is…
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Texas News
Health food chain Flower Child is opening a new location in Plano later this year
Plano, Texas – In an advance that solidifies the burgeoning restaurant scene in Plano, Flower Child, the dynamic fast-casual dining establishment, has recently announced plans to unveil its sixth North Texas locale. The venture, a brainchild of Sam Fox’s distinguished culinary empire, Fox Restaurant Concepts, anticipates extending its presence in…
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Community
Denton City Council chose to ignore the will of the voters regarding marijuana
Denton, Texas – In a stunning dismissal of the public will expressed over six months ago, the Denton City Council elected to bypass the directive of its constituents, effectively perpetuating the criminal status of certain marijuana possession cases. This decision was finalized on a late Tuesday council gathering, which was…
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Dallas Local News
Frisco, McKinney rank 8 and 13 respectively on the safest suburbs in the US list
Frisco, Texas – In a recently published study by SmartAsset, Frisco and McKinney emerge among the 15 most secure suburban territories in the United States, despite not clinching the highest ranks. SmartAsset, renowned for its comprehensive analysis, designated these locales as premier spots on its safest city hierarchy, although they…
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Education
Dallas billionaire Kelcy Warren donates $12 million to UT Arlington, the biggest single donation ever to the school
Dallas, Texas – Renowned Dallas magnate Kelcy Warren, whose legacy has long been punctuated by an unwavering dedication to philanthropy and an ardent desire to invigorate the institutions and communities he holds dear, continues to illustrate the potency of resolute determination and tireless work ethic through his professional journey. From…
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