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Dallas Local News
Collin County Rides program extended by 4 more months following DART board decision
Dallas, Texas – In an unambiguous reaffirmation of its commitment to sustaining public transit infrastructure, the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) has resolved to prolong the life cycle of the Collin County Rides program. The extension, a temporal span of four months, commences on October 1, which was initially marked…
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Texas News
Forney City Council approves 4-day workweek starting this coming October to boost life balance to its staff
Forney, Texas – In an audacious policy revamp aimed at simultaneously elevating quality of life for its citizens and fostering a more flexible work environment for its staff, the Forney City Council has ratified a resolution to transition the city’s operational regimen to a four-day workweek, slated to commence this…
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Fort Worth Local News
All aboard again: Forest Park Miniature Trains return near Fort Worth Zoo after 18-month hiatus
Fort Worth, Texas – After an 18-month hiatus precipitated by debilitating mechanical issues, the iconic Forest Park Miniature Trains in Fort Worth are poised for a resounding resurgence, resuming operations this Friday. Originally unveiled to the public in 1959, the locomotive’s five-mile journey—distinguished by the Guinness Book of World Records…
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Dallas Local News
DART introduces two EV charging stations in Dallas, free to use for a whole year
Dallas, Texas – In a strategic move that underscores its commitment to sustainability, the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) has inaugurated a series of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at two previously unaccommodated DART Rail locations. DART installed the EV chargers in Glenn Heights Park & Ride and Illinois Station…
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Community
Green power on the house: Mesquite provides free electric vehicle charging in two locations through August 2024
Mesquite, Texas – In a landmark initiative designed to augment the adoption of sustainable transport modes, the City of Mesquite has recently inaugurated complimentary electric vehicle charging stations at two locations, a move scheduled to remain in effect for the ensuing year. Free electric vehicle charging program in Mesquite was…
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Education
This is Dena Dutchover, Dallas ISD educator that champions risk management excellence and helps students
Dallas, Texas – In her tenure of nearly a decade with the Dallas Independent School District (Dallas ISD), Dena Dutchover has ascended to a pivotal role as a coordinator within the Risk Management Department, a specialized unit operating under the aegis of Financial Services. Her remit encompasses the astute identification…
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Texas News
Prosper’s 35-acre Pradera development to redefine urban living, the project expected to be finished by 2043
Prosper, Texas – In a seminal decision, the Prosper Town Council has sanctioned the zoning prerequisites for an ambitious 35-acre development project, christened “Pradera.” This expansive venture will not merely incorporate multifamily residential space, but will also pave the way for a variety of commercial enterprises, as well as upscale…
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Education
Dallas parents and teachers speak up for equity
Dallas, Texas – In an ostensibly routine gathering characterized by the perusal of district reports and the bestowal of commendations upon educators and pupils alike, the DISD Board of Trustees found themselves navigating a landscape of both triumph and challenge. Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde assuaged public concerns by affirming that despite…
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Community
Fort Worth’s Waterwheels initiative gains green momentum
Fort Worth, Texas – In a concerted effort to bolster environmental sustainability and advance waste management in waterways, Fort Worth’s Trinity River Waterwheels Initiative is gaining remarkable momentum. Financial backing is an amalgam of contributions from the City’s coffers, public stakeholders, and philanthropic donations from the private sector. Waterwheels are…
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Texas News
Texas DPS driver license division closed for major update, operations will resume on Tuesday
Texas – In an unexpected but critical move to modernize and upgrade its infrastructure, the Texas Department of Public Safety‘s Driver License Division has announced a comprehensive cessation of operations statewide this coming Friday, September 1, 2023. This abrupt interlude in service is precipitated by essential system updates aimed at…
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Fort Worth Local News
Brain-eating amoeba forces Arlington to shut pools and splash pads
Arlington, Texas – In a sweeping move dictated by an overabundance of caution, the City of Arlington has indefeasibly suspended the operations of all municipal swimming pools and splash pads until an unspecified future date, following the tentative identification of the virulent Naegleria fowleri amoeba in a water sample procured…
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Dallas Local News
Three people arrested in connection to Dallas veteran officer shooting
Dallas, Texas – According to an arrest warrant affidavit obtained by Dallas Metro News, Dallas police have successfully apprehended three individuals implicated in the August 9th shooting and carjacking of a veteran Dallas police officer, Nathaniel Chapman. Nathaniel Chapman was part of Dallas Police Department since 1999 Chapman, who has…
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Fort Worth Local News
Labor Day in Fort Worth: What’s working and what is not
Fort Worth, Texas – In observance of the upcoming Labor Day holiday on September 5th, a multitude of municipal establishments, inclusive of City Hall, will cease operations for the duration of the day. It should be duly noted that emergency services will remain unaffected by this temporal hiatus, persisting in…
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Texas News
The Owl Bar and Boards: The hottest spot for drinks and artisan pizzas in Frisco
Frisco, Texas – In a remarkable revelation that may defy initial assumptions, aficionados of alcoholic beverages will find the most expansive repository of spirits and liquors not in the heart of Dallas, but rather in its suburban fringes. The Owl Bar & Boards, situated just north of Dallas proper, distinguishes…
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Texas News
Twin Peaks unveils spectacular sports bar haven in Plano, 11th location in Dallas-Fort Worth area
Plano, Texas – In a highly anticipated move that underscores the company’s enduring commitment to expanding its footprint, Twin Peaks ceremoniously unveiled its latest establishment on August 21, situated at 3312 N. Central Expressway in the city of Plano. This momentous occasion was confirmed via an official announcement issued by…
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Dallas Local News
From California to Texas, Thermomix moves headquarters in Dallas
Dallas, Texas – In a strategic pivot emblematic of shifting corporate landscapes, Thermomix, a vanguard in the manufacturing of Wi-Fi-enabled kitchen appliances, disclosed plans last Friday to translocate its global headquarters from Thousand Oaks, California, to an unspecified location in Dallas, Texas. Company’s relocation decision was announced in Austin last…
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Community
Federal judge clears path for Dallas to tackle panhandling problem with new ordinance
Dallas, Texas – In a recent legal decision, a U.S. Federal Judge has issued a ruling that paves the way for the City of Dallas to implement a contentious ordinance designed to curtail panhandling within municipal boundaries. The law prohibits individuals from either walking or standing on the majority of…
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Texas News
Plano City Council approved the development agreement for a $70 million apartment project in Plano
Plano, Texas – In an intricate interplay of public and private sectors, the architects behind The Link—a colossal, $1 billion mixed-use endeavor situated adjacent to the PGA of America Headquarters in Frisco—have unveiled intricate plans for a forthcoming residential community in West Plano. The project is called Haggard Farms The…
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Politics
Failure to show ID to police after pull over now a misdemeanor in Texas, law goes into effect September 1
Texas – In a legislative move set to take effect on September 1, the State of Texas has enacted Senate Bill 1551, amplifying the legal ramifications for individuals who fail to accurately identify themselves to law enforcement officials during a vehicular stop. Senate Bill 1551 will require drivers in Texas…
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Dallas Local News
Dallas drives into the future as Cruise self-driving cars set to hit streets in 2024
Dallas, Texas – In a paradigm-shifting announcement poised to redefine urban transportation in Dallas, Cruise, a cutting-edge ridesharing enterprise headquartered in California, has confirmed plans to introduce its fleet of autonomous vehicles to the city’s roads by the first quarter of 2024. A subsidiary of General Motors, Cruise has already…
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Community
Raising Cane’s aims for $100,000 in 24-hour charity push for Kidd’s Kidds donation, to take place August 30
Fort Worth, Texas – In a remarkable demonstration of corporate philanthropy converging with culinary passions, Raising Cane’s— an illustrious fast-food chain known for its exponential growth and delectable Chicken Finger meals— has redoubled its long-standing commitment to community engagement. For over a dozen years, the brand has ardently backed Kidd’s…
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