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Texas News
Frisco police officer accused of inappropriate relationship with a student has been arrested and fired from the department
Frisco, Texas – In a shocking development of events in Frisco, a former police officer, Kendal Augustus, 34, has found himself on the wrong side of the law. An arrest was made following allegations of his involvement in a disturbingly inappropriate relationship with an underage student. The case against Augustus,…
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Dallas Local News
Visit Dallas Zoo this summer at just $1 per ticket – this is how to catch the promotion
Dallas, Texas – As summer descends upon the city, Dallas Zoo once again eagerly anticipates its annual tradition of ‘Dollar Day’ events. The dates for these eagerly awaited occurrences were confirmed by the zoo administration on Thursday. Unveiling a bonanza for visitors, the zoo allows entry at a meager sum…
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Community
Distress signals in Plano: Short-term rentals draw widespread criticism
Plano, Texas – In a survey spearheaded by the City of Plano, discomfort has been found to prevail among a significant portion of the populace regarding the vicinity of short-term rentals. The city’s exploration into public sentiment, conducted between April and May 17, involved collaboration with Gap Strategies, an expert…
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Education
Richardson ISD is expanding their cell-phone free pilot program for next student year following good results
Richardson , Texas – In a recent discourse delivered on June 8, the Board of Trustees for the Richardson Independent School District (RISD) convened to assess the success of the inaugural cellphone-free policy for students that spanned the 2022-23 academic term. The examination involved an array of evidence, encompassing both…
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Education
Arlington ISD is hosting a Career Expo this Saturday, looking to hire workers for multiple positions
Arlington, Texas – Aspiring professionals seeking to forge a fulfilling career path are being presented with a remarkable opportunity, courtesy of Arlington Independent School District (AISD). Setting the stage for a broad career exposition, AISD extends an open invitation to interested individuals for its meticulously planned event slated to take…
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Dallas Local News
Something interesting is coming to Dallas’ Deep Ellum early next year
Dallas, Texas – In an innovative fusion of sports and dining, a unique entertainment concept encapsulating surfing, a restaurant, a bar, and a beer garden is poised to debut in Dallas’s historic Deep Ellum neighborhood within the first quarter of 2024. Referred to as Goodsurf Dallas and located at 317…
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Education
Mesquite ISD updates starting hours for schools after parents of students and employees expressed concerns
Mesquite, Texas – In response to heightened unease among families and staff members regarding the early morning start of elementary schools, Mesquite Independent School District (MISD) has instigated immediate action to address the matter, harnessing the expertise of its Transportation Department to devise an effective and pragmatic solution. The central…
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Fort Worth Local News
Juneteenth museum in Fort Worth, set to start construction later this year, given $3 million for infrastructure improvements
Fort Worth, Texas – In a promising development for cultural enrichment in Fort Worth, the proposed National Juneteenth Museum is poised to secure up to $3 million for key infrastructure upgrades, courtesy of the Regional Transportation Council. This governing body, an arm of the North Texas Council of Governments focused…
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Fort Worth Local News
The popular fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept Chicken Salad Chick opens location in Tarrant County
Fort Worth, Texas – In the bustling city of Southlake, the metropolis welcomes the newest addition to its culinary landscape: Chicken Salad Chick, a fast casual dining brand dedicated exclusively to chicken salad, whose roots have grown strong in the nation. Making its grand entrance into the city’s dining scene,…
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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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