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An Austin Pitmaster Takes a Deep Dive Into Sausage History

Texas Monthly 4/25 4:00A Daniel Vaughn

At InterStellar BBQ, outside Cedar Park, owner John Bates has just begun a year-long exploration into the roots of Texas barbecue sausages. He first chose to survey the origins of Polish sausage in...

How TikTok Made Line Dancing Cool Again

Texas Monthly 4/25 4:00A Rose McMackin

The dance steps come in on the lyric, Did your boots stop workin ? : Right heel, left heel, right heel, lift and tap the right foot forward then back, pivot turn, and swirl an arm overhead like a...

Mistrial declared for man accused of stalking and killing his romantic rival

NBC DFW Local News 4/24 10:19A NBCDFW Staff

A Dallas County judge granted a mistrial Wednesday for a man accused of stalking and killing his romantic rival. According to our partners at The Dallas Morning News , Judge...

Foxtrot alternatives to get your coffee fix

NBC DFW Local News 4/24 6:19A Lucy Ladis

With the sudden closing of all Foxtrot locations in Dallas, coffee lovers are looking for a replacement. We gathered similar cafes and markets in DFW to help fill that...

Bringing Stories to Life

Texas Monthly 4/24 5:14A Dan Goodgame

No matter how enterprising its reporting may be, or how lyrical its writing, a magazine hasn t earned a spot on your coffee table unless its stories are enlivened with handsome photography and...

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McKinney leaders award nearly $16M construction contract for SH 5 project

Community Impact 4/25 5:00A shamilton@communityimpact.com (S

The Texas Department of Transportation has plans to reconstruct SH 5 in McKinney as well as in parts of neighboring cities, including Melissa and Anna.

Tax-free emergency supply sales run April 27-29

Community Impact 4/25 4:00A acutshall@communityimpact.com (A

Texans can buy the approved supplies tax-free from 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, April 27 through midnight on Monday, April 29.

Sauce'd Pizza and BYOB receives conditional-use permit to sell beer, wine in Grapevine

Community Impact 4/25 3:00A cthorn@communityimpact.com (Cody

The company has been serving pizza at corner of Main Street and Northwest Highway since 2019.

Pagoda Asian Grill to open in McKinney

Community Impact 4/25 3:00A dbutler@communityimpact.com (Dus

Pagoda Asian Grill, a new concept from P.F. Chang’s, is coming soon to McKinney.

Harvest Coffee to take over Native Coffee + Kitchen location in north Fort Worth

Community Impact 4/24 7:00P mfadden@communityimpact.com (Mar

Native Coffee + Kitchen will reopen soon as Harvest Coffee at the same location in north Fort Worth near Alliance Town Center.

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Texas Womens Foundation's April 30 Event Features ABC's Deborah Roberts, Cynt Marshall & Honorees

Oak Cliff BubbleLife iReporter 4/23 6:34A Juliette DC

Texas Womens Foundation has announced its Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration on April 30, 2024, at the Omni Dallas Hotel (555 S. Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202). This day of learning, leadership and...

Dallas ISD News: Dallas ISD student awarded Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship

Dallas ISD 4/16 10:21A

Dallas ISD News: Dallas ISD student awarded Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship The Dallas Independent School District View this email in your browser SUBMITTED STORY For Immediate Release: April 16,...

The Shelton School Installs an Urban Bee Colony

Oak Cliff BubbleLife iReporter 4/12 4:04A Lisa Kresl

The Shelton School beehive installation occurred on Tuesday, March 25, introducing a colony of 10,000 bees to the campus. In order to enrich students' learning experiences and promote...

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Layne’s Chicken Fingers Coming to Wyoming With New One-Unit Deal

Restaurant News 4/25 2:27A RestaurantNews.com

The Soon to be Famous chicken franchise recently signed a Multi-unit deal with Michael Hickerson, an OG Layne s Chicken Fingers Employee. Cheyenne, WY ( RestaurantNews.com ) ...

Bar Ditch Winery

Texas Wine Lover 4/25 12:11A Laurinda Thomas

Have you ever wondered what recording a podcast episode is like, especially one that is being recorded at one of your favorite places…a winery? Yeah, me too! I recently had the pleasure of watching...

Celebrate a Cajun Cinco de Crawfish at Cajun Market at Bourbon Street Bar & Grill

Oak Cliff BubbleLife iReporter 4/24 9:07A Kelly Hunter

Celebrate the calendars most spicy holiday, Cinco de Mayo at North Texas most beloved Cajun outpost. The Cajun Market at Bourbon Street Bar & Grill in Bedford is bringing a bit of the bayou to a...

Celebrate Cinco in Style at Cantina Laredo

Oak Cliff BubbleLife iReporter 4/24 8:55A Kelly Hunter

Cantina Laredo realizes that Cinco de Mayo celebrations can happen anywhere. So while the restaurant will be resplendent in its party best, it is also preparing a collection of tasty treats that can...

Dickey’s Barbecue in the Lineup for Dallas Cowboys Draft Party Presented by Miller Lite

Restaurant News 4/24 7:27A RestaurantNews.com

World s largest barbecue brand to celebrate draft day on April 25th Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Calling all barbecue and football fans! Come celebrate draft day with...

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A DRESS FIT FOR AN ISLAND TRIP OR POOL PARTY

The Middle Page 4/16 1:46A Cathy Williamson

A DRESS FIT FOR AN ISLAND TRIP OR POOL PARTY Hello, ladies! Do you all know much about Mercury in Retrograde? An explanation is that the planet Mercury appears to travel backward across the sky three...

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...

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Rangers star Corey Seager hit by pitch, leaves game because of shin contusion

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/25 12:53A Associated Press

The 2023 World Series MVP was struck on the back leg by an 0-2 pitch from reliever Austin Voth that bounced in the dirt in front of the plate.

García and Carter hit back-to-back homers and Rangers beat Mariners 5-1

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/25 12:38A Associated Press

The homer snapped Texas’ 25-innings home scoreless streak. The Rangers were shut out by the Mariners on three hits on Tuesday.

Defending champion Golden Knights beat Stars 3-1 to take 2-0 series lead home to Vegas

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/25 12:08A Associated Press

Jack Eichel and defending Stanley Cup champion Vegas got exactly what they anticipated, and withstood that early hard push in Game 2 by the Stars.

The WNBA's Dallas Wings are planning a move downtown from the suburbs in two years

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/24 8:50A Associated Press

The Dallas Wings are planning a move to the WNBA club’s namesake city under a 15-year deal approved by the Dallas City Council.

Tauchman homers twice as Cubs win 7-2, drop Astros 10 games under .500 for first time since 2016

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/24 2:10A Associated Press

At 7-17, the last-place Astros are 10 games under .500 for the first time since an 18-28 start in 2016.

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When’s the Best Time to Buy a House in Dallas-Fort Worth?

VIP Realty 4/21 3:01A tom@57realty.com (Thomas Heinz)

Hey there If you’re thinking about buying a house in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and wondering when to make your move, you’re not alone. It’s one of the big questions we get...

JUST LISTED: Luxury Univeristy Park Home in Highland Park ISD at 8415 Turtle Creek

DFW Urban Realty 4/19 4:10A broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Luxury University Park Home in University Heights, Highland Park ISD: 8415 Turtle Creek Blvd - University Park, TX Located in the prestigious Park Cities neighborhood of...

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...

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Delta 8, Delta 9 products under legislative scrutiny in Texas

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 4/25 1:00A Sahar Chmais

Thousands of retailers are licensed to sell hemp products in Texas. A proposed Delta 8 and Delta 9 ban could impact the billion-dollar industry in the state.

Gov. Greg Abbott announces behavioral health campus to be built in Uvalde

Spectrum Local News Health 4/23 6:13A Christine Sanchez

Construction will begin this summer and the facility is expected to open in 2025.

Seattle hospital won't turn over gender transition records in lawsuit settlement with Texas

Spectrum Local News Health 4/23 12:10A Associated Press

The hospital filed the lawsuit in response to Paxton appearing to go beyond state borders to investigate gender transition.

Emergency rooms refused to treat pregnant women, leaving one to miscarry in a lobby restroom

Spectrum Local News Health 4/19 1:11A Associated Press

Complaints that pregnant women were turned away from U.S. emergency rooms spiked in 2022 after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.

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.

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20 Great Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Love and Lemons 4/25 3:59A Jeanine Donofrio

Mother s Day is right around the corner! If you need gift ideas—especially for a mom who likes to cook—you re in the right place. Below, I ve rounded up my picks for the best Mother s Day gifts. They...

Layne’s Chicken Fingers Coming to Wyoming With New One-Unit Deal

Restaurant News 4/25 2:27A RestaurantNews.com

The Soon to be Famous chicken franchise recently signed a Multi-unit deal with Michael Hickerson, an OG Layne s Chicken Fingers Employee. Cheyenne, WY ( RestaurantNews.com ) ...

Copycat Panda Express Kung Pao Chicken

The Healthy Maven 4/24 11:00P Davida Lederle

Enjoy this delicious copycat recipe for Panda Express Kung Pao Chicken a flavorful and veggie-packed entree that honestly tastes The post Copycat Panda Express Kung Pao...

Banana Chocolate Chip Bread

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/24 11:00P Krista

This freshly baked banana chocolate chip bread is everything you need start your mornings on a sweet note. It s fluffy, warmly spiced with cinnamon, and pairs perfectly with your favorite cup of...

Giant prehistoric salmon had tusk-like teeth, just like a warthog's

Live Science 4/24 8:00A

A massive prehistoric salmon had tusk-like teeth that protruded from either side of its snout, a new study finds. Capable of reaching 8.8 feet (2.7 meters) in length by some...

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32 Fun Sea Animals That Start With L [Plus Facts]

Confessions of Parenting- Fun Games, Jokes, and Mo 4/25 5:49A Michele Tripple

Today, we re launching into a luminous journey to learn about the lovely and lively sea animals that start with L. The ocean s layers are filled ... Read more The post 32 Fun...

Fun Owl Facts for Kids to Print & Play

Kids Activities Blog 4/24 7:37P Monica S

We put together a list of facts about owls in two printable pages; each owl drawing corresponds to the owl The post Fun Owl Facts for Kids to Print Play appeared first on Kids...

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21 Silly, Wacky & Easy Crazy Hair Day Ideas for School

Kids Activities Blog 4/24 7:32P Arena

You ve got to see these crazy hair day ideas for school! From unicorns to mermaids to bug-infested grass, we ve found some The post 21 Silly, Wacky Easy Crazy Hair Day Ideas...

Toilet Roll Octopus Craft For Kids – Wiggly Octopus Friends

Kids Activities Blog 4/24 7:31P Michelle McInerney MollyMoo

This toilet paper roll octopus craft is fun and easy to make. It s great for younger kids and older kids. The post Toilet Roll Octopus Craft For Kids Wiggly Octopus Friends...