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Second Chance for Dallas Solar Eclipse Glasses: Warby Parker Accepts Donations

Lake Highlands BubbleLife iReporter 4/10 2:13A Bubble Life

The awe-inspiring sight of the total eclipse here in Dallas might be a memory, but those amazing eclipse glasses you used don't need to gather dust! Here's the easiest way for you to recycle them and...

Forest Forward Breaks Ground on Historic Forest Theater in Sunny South Dallas

Lake Highlands BubbleLife iReporter 4/9 5:54A Taylor Mayad

Taking a giant step toward growth and prosperity in South Dallas, leaders from the nonprofit Forest Forward and members of the community gathered April 4 to break ground on the historic 75-year-old...

The Eugene McDermott Foundation Gifts Turtle Creek Chorale $100,000 Through Rhapsody Gala

Lake Highlands BubbleLife iReporter 4/8 1:00A Culver Public Relations

Turtle Creek Chorale is proud to announce that the Eugene McDermott Foundation has presented a generous donation of $100,000 to the organization through its annual benefit gala, Rhapsody. I first...

Sephora Spring Savings Event 2024 Must-Haves

Lake Highlands BubbleLife iReporter 4/8 12:16A Tanya Foster

Happy Solar Eclipse Day! I know all of my Dallasites will see it today, but are any of my other subscribers in the path of totality? We have family in town to see it so it has been fun to have them...

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Top 5 Texas Motorcycle Lawyers

Lake Highlands BubbleLife iReporter 4/18 2:05A Bubble Life

The physical and mental anguish from a Texas motorcycle crash can lead to a bankruptcy, divorce, or even a suicide. Are you looking for an experienced motorcycle accident...

Grovel Alert: 2024 Equest Blue Ribbon Gala

My Sweet Charity 4/18 6:30A Jeanne Prejean

With less than ten days until the big fundraiser, the Equest Blue Ribbon Gala Co-Chairs Calvert Collins-Bratton and Melissa Oates have passed the word that the hoedown is nearing a sold-out status....

The Globe Collector Who Can’t Sleep Until He Checks eBay

Texas Monthly 4/18 5:53A Laura Mallonee

The collection104 globes.The rarest itemAn eighteenth-century pocket globe in its original sharkskin case in its day, a status symbol for those who could afford a fairly useless thing. The tiniest...

The Texanist: Can You Explain to My Frito Pie–Hating Husband Why He’s So, So Wrong?

Texas Monthly 4/18 5:49A David Courtney

Q: When I introduced my English husband to Frito pie, I was surprised to find him less than enthused. Could you explain the origins of this ingenious meal, and why Texans find it so tasty?Mary Lowry,...

New Markers Remember Enslaved People Brought to Texas by Sea

Texas Monthly 4/18 4:39A Patrick Michels

In April of 1836, around the time of other well-memorialized events in Texas, a ship sailed through Sabine Pass in Port Arthur, at the state s southeast tip. It carried a group of at least eight Black...

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MS vs Burton

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Grand Rounds

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Middle School Spring Pep Rally

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Varsity at Shelton

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Did You Know? Diving Into the Texas Wine Lover Menu – Fun Stuff

Texas Wine Lover 4/18 12:03A Jeff Cope

There are a lot of features on the Texas Wine Lover website, and we started writing about them so you can learn about them and be able to use the many resources available. We’re moving across the...

Amsler Hills Winery

Texas Wine Lover 4/17 12:04A Jeff Cope

Located one hour from downtown Houston in Sealy on the way to Austin is Amsler Hills Winery . Amsler Hills Winery is owned by Kevin and Lisa Lange, and the winery had its Grand Opening on October 21,...

Southfork Ranch to Host Lavish Mother's Day Brunch May 12th

Lake Highlands BubbleLife iReporter (Food/Dining) 4/16 2:14A Kelly Hunter

For Mothers Day, Mom certainly deserves the best, and the most luxe and festive Mothers Day brunch this year will be held on the lawn at the famed Ewing mansion at Southfork Ranch. This iconic...

Michelle Snider Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 4/16 12:02A Jeff Cope

Kiepersol has always been a go-to winery in East Texas because of its award-winning wines made only from its estate vineyard. Besides wine, they also make wonderful spirits and they have more than...

Run for the Roses as Barrel & Bones Celebrates Derby Day May 4th

Lake Highlands BubbleLife iReporter 4/15 4:28A Kelly Hunter

Since the Kentucky Derby first ran in 1875, the traditional beverage associated with the 10-furlong race has been the mint julep. And there is no better place in North Texas to sip that...

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Finds I’m LOVING this week!

The Sister Studio 4/13 10:29P Jennifer Reed

Happy Sunday to you, my friends!! May your coffee be strong and your house be nice and quiet this morning! We had a busy day of kids soccer and basketball yesterday, so I m enjoying this morning when...

You had me at Pastels! Cabi Spring 2024 Outfit Ideas

Style of Sam 4/6 10:46A Sam

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With no 1st-round pick, this year's draft lacks buzz for Houston Texans

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/18 8:16A Associated Press

The Houston Texans won last year’s NFL draft by taking C.J. Stroud.

Netflix announces new documentary series on the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/18 4:34A Katharine Finnerty

The show will follow the personal stories behind the uniforms through the 2023-24 season, from auditions to the NFL playoffs.

Stars beat Blues 2-1 in shootout after clinching No. 1 seed in Western Conference playoffs

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/18 12:30A Associated Press

The last time Dallas was the top seed in the West was 2016.

Caitlin Clark’s first WNBA game will be in Texas as Indiana Fever take on Dallas Wings

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/17 3:47A Katharine Finnerty

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark and her new team, the Indiana Fever, will tip off against the Dallas Wings in Arlington for their first preseason game.

Urshela puts Detroit ahead in the 8th, Tigers hold on for 4-2 win over Rangers

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/17 12:49A Associated Press

The Rangers, who beat Detroit 1-0 in the series opener on Monday, haven’t won back-to-back games since a three-game win streak April 3-5.

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JUST LISTED: Luxury Home Sale in Allen, TX at 1617 Whirlaway Court

DFW Urban Realty 4/13 7:38P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Luxury Living in the Heart of Lovejoy ISD: 1617 Whirlaway Court, Allen TX 75002 Discover unparalleled elegance and sophistication at 1617 Whirlaway Court, Allen, TX. This...

What’s So Grand About Grand Prairie Life?

VIP Realty 4/13 2:55A tom@57realty.com (Thomas Heinz)

If searching for a new spot in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Grand Prairie deserves a good look. It offers a sweet mix of affordability, location, and community, making it a...

The Tribute Features New Luxury Townhomes For Sale at Chelsea Green in The Colony, TX

DFW Urban Realty 4/9 10:47A broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Discover Luxury Lakeside Living at Chelsea Green in The Colony Experience the epitome of lakeside luxury living at Chelsea Green, nestled on the picturesque shores of Lake...

JUST LISTED: Completely Remodeled Home in Grapevine, TX

DFW Urban Realty 4/5 10:10P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Just Listed: 1507 Country Forest Court in Grapevine TX Tiffany Forest Addition Indulge in the allure of a positively gorgeous home, nestled in an absolute oasis in North...

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Judge fines Texas HHSC $100,000 per day over foster care failures

Spectrum Local News Health 4/16 4:38A Craig Huber

Allegations include abuse, neglect.

Houston hospital halts liver and kidney transplants after learning a doctor manipulated some...

Spectrum Local News Health 4/12 4:09A Associated Press

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is aware of the allegations, and an investigation is underway.

Ag commissioner says chickens destroyed to prevent bird flu spread being replaced

Spectrum Local News Health 4/11 5:48A Erin Davis

The disease struck about 40% of dairy cows in the Panhandle.

Study ranks Texas among worst states for quality of children’s health care

Spectrum Local News Health 4/10 5:16A Tanya Velazquez

Texas ranked 49th, following Wyoming and Mississippi, for the quality of children’s health in all 50 states.

Cariloop raises $20M with benefits for workers who care for family members

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 4/9 2:00A Holden Wilen

This Richardson-based company has developed a platform that helps caregivers. Now it has fresh capital to grow thanks to a $20 million round led by a Washington, D.C.-based...

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Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Love and Lemons 4/18 4:11A Jeanine Donofrio

Let s make lemon poppy seed muffins! These classic muffins are bursting with fresh citrus flavor, and they have a moist, tender texture that s punctuated by the poppy seeds crunch. I love them plain...

Chicken Caprese with Balsamic Reduction

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/17 11:00P Krista

This juicy, baked chicken caprese is drizzled with balsamic reduction for a savory meal you ll love! Each bite is filled with fresh basil, melty mozzarella, and sweet roasted tomatoes for a...

Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew

The Healthy Maven 4/17 11:00P Davida Lederle

This Copycat Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew recipe tastes just like your favorite Starbucks drink! It s the perfect creamy and The post Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew appeared...

EASY Cheesy Panko Oven Roasted Zucchini Rounds

Cooking Chew 4/17 7:18A Renee Groskreutz

We love to roast zucchini in the oven as a quick and easy side dish. One of the reasons we are such fans of zucchini The post EASY Cheesy Panko Oven Roasted Zucchini Rounds...

The 15 Top Tacos in Dallas

Eater Dallas 4/17 4:27A Courtney E. Smith

A little bit of everything delicious at Revolver Taco. | Kathy Tran Soft or crunch, meaty or veggie, here’s where to order up the best tacos in the Metroplex There are so many great spots to get them...