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Dallas Zoo hatches endangered baby Rüppell's griffon vulture

NBC DFW Local News 3/31 8:04A Lauren Harper

The Dallas Zoo welcomed its newest addition, a Rüppell’s griffon vulture chick, on March 15. The baby bird hatched to vulture parents Jordan and Sassafras, who the zoo said are loving and devoted to...

South Dallas YMCA building nears renovation completion

NBC DFW Local News 3/28 3:52A Alanna Quillen

The much-anticipated new Park South Family YMCA is on track to open early this summer, marking a major milestone in the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas’ strategic growth plan....

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Timeless Wheels & Vintage Steel: The Village Shops Spring Car Show Returns

Oak Cliff BubbleLife iReporter 4/1 4:49A Liz McGathey

Take a timeless ride at the Classic Car & Truck Show at the Castle Hills Village Shops from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 13. The event is FREE for spectators, and everyone is welcome! The...

Park Place Lexus Plano Recognizes Frisco ISD Teachers of the Year

Oak Cliff BubbleLife iReporter 3/31 5:34A Mary Jane Coker

Park Place Lexus Plano recognized Frisco Independent School District Teachers of the Year, Robert Fitzgerald and Sarah Dickerson. Fitzgerald was named Elementary Teacher of the Year and Dickerson was...

Dwell with Dignity Announces the Return of Thrift Studio, Presented by Amazon

Oak Cliff BubbleLife iReporter 3/31 2:36A Juliette DC

Dwell with Dignity , a nonprofit dedicated to transforming lives through design, announces the return of its largest fundraiser, Thrift Studio, presented by Amazon. The event kicks off with an...

BOOK REVIEW: LEFT (TERRAN INCOGNITA, #1) by Paul McGrath

Oak Cliff BubbleLife iReporter 3/26 1:51A KAREN SIDDALL

Left Terran Incognita, #1 by Paul McGrath Delightful, with unexpectedly perfect plot twists. Left is the first book in author Paul McGraths new science fiction series, Terran Incognita, and...

KEEP IRVING BEAUTIFUL SEEKS NOMINATIONS FOR ANNUAL AWARDS

Oak Cliff BubbleLife iReporter 3/25 3:14A kibjulie17

KEEP IRVING BEAUTIFUL SEEKS NOMINATIONS FOR ANNUAL AWARDS Mayor and KIB Awards Honor Irvings Difference Makers (IRVING, TEXAS) - Keep Irving Beautiful is asking for nominations to be submitted for...

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Dallas ISD News: W.T. White High School selects Bryson Lewis as athletic coordinator, head football...

Dallas ISD 3/31 6:58A

Dallas ISD News: W.T. White High School selects Bryson Lewis as athletic coordinator, head football coach The Dallas Independent School District View this email in your browser NEWS RELEASE For...

Dallas ISD News: Dallas ISD educator helps shape the future in STEM

Dallas ISD 3/20 8:07A

Dallas ISD News: Dallas ISD educator helps shape the future in STEM The Dallas Independent School District View this email in your browser SUBMITTED STORY For Immediate Release: March 20, 2024 Dallas...

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Restaurant Franchise News from Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, la Madeleine, Teaspoon, and More!

Restaurant News 4/1 2:55A RestaurantNews.com

Catch up on the latest restaurant franchise news from Dickey s Barbecue Pit, la Madeleine, Teaspoon, Cork s Cajun Fried Fish and Shrimp, The Big Biscuit, and Teriyaki Madness....

FB Society Names Christine Magrann President and COO

Restaurant News 3/31 9:38A RestaurantNews.com

Christine Magrann Dynamic hospitality leader tapped to fuel brand evolution Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) FB Society , the award-winning hospitality brand known for...

BIGGBY COFFEE and 19 More Restaurant News Headliners of the Past Week

Restaurant News 3/31 12:26A RestaurantNews.com

BIGGBY COFFEE, Dickey s Barbecue Pit, Pepper Lunch, Logan s Roadhouse, and Wahlburgers lead RestaurantNews.com s Top 20 stories for the week ending March 30, 2025. 1)...

Dickey’s Barbecue Expands in Texas with New Canton Location

Restaurant News 3/29 3:44A RestaurantNews.com

Continued collaboration with Road Ranger Travel Centers brings authentic Texas barbecue to even more travelers Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Dickey’s Barbecue...

Pesca Expanded Hours; Lunch Menu

Crave DFW 3/27 7:04A Steven Doyle

Since its debut in December, Pesca has quickly become a must-visit spot for dinner and brunch, offering coastal-inspired seafood in a laid-back, stylish setting at Trinity Groves. Now, the restaurant...

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March Amazon Finds—on SALE!

The Sister Studio 3/27 3:24A Jennifer Reed

Happy Thursday, my friends! May your coffee be nice and strong today we re sooo close to Friday! Amazon is doing a big Spring Sale this week so I wanted to round up all of my March favorites, several...

A Colorful Table Setting For 10 or Just Two!

Color and Chic 3/26 4:35A Hoang-Kim

Spring is here and it s time to host! Whether you re inviting 10 people over or just one or two, I think it speaks volume to set the table and pull out the pretty napkins. Not only will it make things...

STRIPES: THE TIMELESS TREND FOR EFFORTLESS SPRING AND SUMMER STYLE

The Middle Page 3/23 5:57A Cathy Williamson

STRIPES: THE TIMELESS TREND FOR EFFORTLESS SPRING AND SUMMER STYLE Hello ladies! How is everyone today? I have been in Ojai Valley since Wednesday to see my daughter. She had an emergency surgery on...

LIVE NOW: Target’s MASSIVE SALE!?

The Sister Studio 3/23 4:54A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Sunday everyone! We are home after spending the week in Colorado for Spring Break let s just say my snowboarding isn t going to be winning awards anytime soon, but we had SO much fun all...

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Flores homers and drives in 4 to lead Giants over Astros 7-2

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/1 3:42A Associated Press

Giants starter Jordan Hicks, who grew up in suburban Houston, allowed only a first-inning single and struck out six in six innings.

Nets beat Mavericks 113-109 to win consecutive games for the first time since the All-Star break

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/1 2:27A Associated Press

The Mavericks are ninth in the West, a half-game ahead of 10th-place Sacramento.

Hailey Van Lith is grateful for her long, well-traveled college career after it ends in Elite Eight

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/1 2:17A Associated Press

TCU soared to new heights after adding Van Lith, advancing past the second round of March Madness for the first time.

Duchene, Johnston score 45 seconds apart in Stars' 3-1 win over Kraken

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/1 2:11A Associated Press

Dallas has won six straight games.

Madison Booker helps Texas reach its first women's Final Four since 2003 with 58-47 win over TCU

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/1 1:39A Associated Press

The Longhorns forced 21 turnovers and had nine steals and six blocks.

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Alcon to buy Lensar in deal worth up to $430M

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/27 1:23A Sydney Asher

The companies will come together to advance robotic laser technology in cataract surgery; improving precision, reducing patient comfort, and providing faster recovery time....

Texas measles outbreak expected to last for months, though vaccinations are up from last year

Spectrum Local News Health 3/21 6:54A Associated Press

Pharmacies across the U.S., especially in Texas, are seeing more demand for MMR shots.

Nestlé recalls some Lean Cuisine, Stouffer's meals

Spectrum Local News Health 3/19 3:15A Lydia Taylor

The company is asking consumers to return the products to the retailer from where it was purchased.

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Balsamic Vinaigrette

Joyful Healthy Eats 5/29 11:00P Krista

I call this recipe for Balsamic Vinaigrette the staple because I make it so often, it s definitely a staple in my home! It s easy to whip up and the sweet, tangy flavor brings out the best in any...

Challenge Butter Ditches Traditional Sticks for Pre-Portioned Cubes

Cooking Chew 5/29 9:49A Andi Reis

Challenge Butter is revolutionizing the dairy aisle with individually wrapped, cube-shaped portions containing exactly four tablespoons each - a response to research showing...

Nina Dobrev Just Bought You a Drink—Here’s the Finnish Summer Sip Everyone’s Buzzing About

Cooking Chew 5/29 9:33A Wil Vistal

Nina Dobrev went full baller this Memorial Day, dropping $500K to treat 50,000 fans to Finnish Long Drinks. Missed it? Here’s why this drink’s still the summer MVP. The post...

Easy Mixed Berry Pastries Recipe – Flaky Puff Pastry with Fresh Summer Berries ?

Cooking Chew 5/29 9:01A Andi Reis

I'm sharing my foolproof mixed berry pastries recipe that transforms simple puff pastry and fresh berries into bakery-worthy individual desserts. The post Easy Mixed Berry...

How to Make Iced Coffee

Love and Lemons 5/29 3:08A Jeanine Donofrio

Iced coffee is my favorite way to start a warm spring or summer day. Sorry, hot coffee—when the temps are high enough, only the iced stuff will do. In the last few years, iced...