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Orphan Outreach Children's Hope Dinner Raises More than $500,000 for Vulnerable Children

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Orphan Outreach Children's Hope Dinner Raises More than $500,000 for Vulnerable Children

Lakewood BubbleLife iReporter 5/16 9:00A Margo Isbell

DALLAS - Orphan Outreach raised more than $500,000 for orphaned and vulnerable children it serves in nine countries worldwide at its Childrens Hope Dinner on May 3, 2022. The event held at AT&T...

Hope Cottage Names Stephanie Bohan as New CEO

Lakewood BubbleLife iReporter 5/16 6:48A Juliette DC

Hope Cottage , a North Texas nonprofit that transforms lives with the love of family through adoption, foster care, education and parenting support, has named Stephanie Bohan as its new CEO. A proven...

Equest Blue Ribbon Ball KickOff Hosted by Samuel Lynne Galleries

Lakewood BubbleLife iReporter 5/15 12:28P Kristi Bare

Co-chairs Carol and Bill Huckin, Finley and Eric Konrade, and Elsa Norwood, with honorary chairs Leslie and Hawkins Golden, were joined by nearly 60 host committee members and guests at the Blue...

Second Saturday Shoreline Spruce Up

For the Love of the Lake Events 5/13 10:00P Deborah Finger

Come out early every Second Saturday. Stop by the office located at the northeast corner of Buckner and Garland Rd to pick up supplies, and help us keep the shores of White...

Group raising funds for makeover

White Rock Lake Weekly 5/12 7:50A whiterocklakeweeklyadmin

By Heather Tomlin The White Rock Lake Foundation (WRLF) plans to raise upwards of $400,000 to restore, repair and refresh the historic event venue Winfrey Point. Making aesthetic improvements to the...

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2022 Father’s Day Gift Guide

Brighton the Day 5/16 8:10A megan hopkins

JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. I can t believe it s already time to shop for Father s Day gifts! It truly feels like we...

The Warren Center Launches a Young Professional Group with a Night of Bites, Beverages and Beats

Lakewood BubbleLife iReporter 5/16 3:00A Dana Cobb

More than 70 young philanthropists from industries as diverse as investment banking to software development, gathered at On The Levee for The Warren Centers Young Professionals kickoff event. Those in...

Summer Looks I’m Loving | May LTK Round-Up

Tanya Foster 5/16 1:00A Tanya Foster

Happy Monday! Did everyone have a good weekend? I am currently in Germany and having a fabulous time! Be sure and follow me on Instagram to see the highlights of my trip. Don't worry, I will be...

JUST IN: 2022 Mad Hatter’s Tea Breaks Both Net $$$And Attendance Records

My Sweet Charity 5/13 12:30P Jeanne Prejean

Sure, it’s Friday the 13 th , but there’s still nothing “gross” about ending the week with a record-breaking net amount. And this time it s for the recent Mad Hatter’s Tea’s “Dallas” on Wednesday,...

Outfits from Palmetto Bluff

Brighton the Day 5/13 10:07A Brighton Keller

Last week, we met my parents in one of my favorite vacation spots in the world: Palmetto Bluff. It is truly the cutest little town in South Carolina, about 30 minutes outside...

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2022 Honor Society Induction

Lakehill Preparatory School Photos 5/13 4:33A lakehillprep

lakehillprep updated gallery ' 2022 Honor Society Induction '

AVID Showcase 5.10.22

Woodrow Wilson High School Photos 5/11 6:31A woodrowwildcats

woodrowwildcats updated gallery ' AVID Showcase 5.10.22 '

Ms. K Mad Hatter Tea Party

Woodrow Wilson High School Photos 5/11 6:30A woodrowwildcats

woodrowwildcats updated gallery ' Ms. K Mad Hatter Tea Party '

Woodrow Ranked a Top School by US News

Lakewood BubbleLife iReporter 5/10 6:06P J. Kyle Rains

U.S. News and World Report has ranked Woodrow one of the nations top high schools for seven years in a row. We finished very high in college readiness (top six percent), determined by the proportions...

State Track and Field Meet

Lakehill Preparatory School Photos 5/10 5:34A lakehillprep

lakehillprep updated gallery ' State Track and Field Meet '

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2022 Great American International Wine Competition – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 5/16 1:21P Jeff Cope

The 2022 Great American International Wine Competition was held April 23-24, 2022, in Rochester, NY. All the results can be seen on their website . These are the Texas wineries that were awarded...

1900 Winery at The Heart of Art

Texas Wine Lover 5/13 12:22A Jim Baker

On our last trip to the Hill Country, we wanted to spend a day focused on the new wineries that have opened in the Mason County area since our last visit. We weren’t able to visit them all, but we...

May is National Bar-B-Que Month Soulmans Bar-B-Que Celebrates the Tradition of Meat on the Menu

Lakewood BubbleLife iReporter 5/11 6:26A Dana Cobb

For more than 45 years, mouth-watering meat cooked low-and-slow has been the crown jewel on the menu at Soulmans Bar-B-Que . May is the time to celebrate the 2022 Bar-B-Que season launching in the...

2022 Rootstock Wine Festival

Texas Wine Lover 5/7 11:29A Neal Addy

April 30, 2022 After a two-year hiatus, the Rootstock Wine Festival was back! Rootstock is an annual wine festival held in Waco that celebrates Texas wines. This year s festival was coordinated by...

Dallas on the Cheap

Crave DFW 5/6 3:08A Steven Doyle

by Steven Doyle Been entertaining more than usual and caught behind the budget? Looking for something on the sly and need a hot deal? We have some solutions for you, and found great meals under ten...

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casual outdoor summer tablescape

Krystal Schlegel 5/15 8:27A krystal

Found these beautiful (non-breakable) acrylic glasses on Bloomingdales and am so excited to use them for Summer. They are perfect for outdoor dinners, by the pool and are kid friendly. Shirt / shorts...

CHIC AT EVERY AGE // THE BEST WEDDING GUEST DRESS

Style of Sam 5/13 2:11A Sam

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FARM RIO DRESS

The Middle Page 5/10 3:07A Cathy Williamson

Hello, everyone! I hope you had a great weekend and a Happy Mother s Day! Man, oh man, do I have some wild women in my family! I mentioned that some of my family members were out of town for Mother s...

OVERSIZED BLAZERS

The Middle Page 5/8 3:47A Cathy Williamson

OVERSIZED BLAZERS Happy Mother s Day! I hope you all have had a great weekend so far! I hope you have something nice planned to do today. We are headed to dinner tonight with the family. Some are out...

Spring Outfits with My Favorite Dresses

Color and Chic 5/5 6:54A Quincy

As soon as warm weather hits, which doesn’t take long in Texas, I transition into my spring outfits. Most of them include dresses! I love the ease of being able to put on one item and immediately feel...

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After Game 7 win, Mavericks will enjoy, prepare for Warriors

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/16 8:13A Associated Press

Now it's off to the Western Conference finals for the first time since 2011.

Drake picks Mavs, says he’s $2.6 million richer after hitting sports bet parlay

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/16 7:02A Craig Huber

Also bet on two NHL Game 7s.

Gaudreau’s OT goal gives Flames 3-2 win over Stars in Game 7

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/16 1:08A Associated Press

This is the Flames' second playoff series win in the last 17 years.

Doncic leads Dallas Mavs over Phoenix Suns 123-90 in Game 7 blowout

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/16 12:43A Associated Press

The Mavs advance to the Western Conference finals for the first time since 2011.

García, Calhoun each hit 2 homers, Rangers beat Red Sox 7-1

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/16 12:37A Associated Press

Rangers begin a three-game home series against the Angels on Monday.

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Moving from New York to Texas - Pros & Cons

VIP Realty 5/14 5:32A cecilia@viprealtyinfo.com (Cecil

The adage that everything is bigger in Texas is true. The vast Texas landmass is bigger than some developed countries such as France, Germany, and New Zealand. From its...

3 Reasons You Should Move to Garland TX

DFW Urban Realty 5/12 3:08P info@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenneth

If you’re looking for a new North Texas home and are open to various locations around the DFW area, Garland is one city you should seriously consider. Perfect located just...

ICYMI: Construction Resumes For High-Profile Development in Downtown Dallas

DFW Urban Realty 5/11 12:37P info@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenneth

In case you missed it, the brand new development slated for 2200 Jackson Street that has been in the works for years is finally moving forward, according to new reports. ...

Ebby Halliday Companies Name Dawn Redmond Sales Leader of 190 – Richardson Office

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 5/10 6:35A nicholemoreno

Dawn Redmond has been named Sales Leader of Ebby Halliday Realtors’ 190 Richardson Office. Chris Kelly , president and chief executive officer of the Ebby Halliday Companies, and Malinda Howell ,...

Texas Best City - Dallas vs Austin Where to Live in 2022

VIP Realty 5/5 12:13P cecilia@viprealtyinfo.com (Cecil

When comparing Dallas vs Austin, both cities share one thing—they stand out as Texas' most desirable destinations. Locals and transplants from other states all desire to own a...

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Dallas hospital can temporarily resume gender-affirming care

Spectrum Local News Health 5/12 12:12P Spectrum News Staff

The ruling comes as part of a legal case the clinic’s founder, Dr. Ximena Lopez, filed against Children’s Health of Dallas.

Texas joins multi-state amicus brief to ban child gender-affirming procedures

Spectrum Local News Health 5/12 4:14A Craig Huber

Supports Alabama’s Vulnerable Child Protection Act.

New year, new PPE? COVID-19 products could be expiring

Spectrum Local News Health 5/11 9:35A Spectrum News Staff

With the pandemic going into its third year, much of the Personal Protective Equipment purchased at the beginning of the pandemic will expire soon.

For one active duty leader, addressing the Army’s high suicide rate is personal

Spectrum Local News Health 5/4 1:44P Olivia Levada

For one active duty leader, addressing the Army’s high suicide rate begins with using her own experience to prevent further loss.

Princeton Equity Group adds to its franchise-focused portfolio with mental health company...

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 5/4 9:32A Catherine Leffert

The Dallas firm targets rapidly growing, franchise-model investments, said co-founder and Managing Director Doug Kennealey.

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Enjoy a Spring Fling with Bennigan’s New Handcrafted Cocktails

Restaurant News 5/16 7:55A RestaurantNews.com

Cucumber Garden Breeze, Blooming Sangria, Irish Spring and Southern Twisted Tea now available at iconic restaurant brand Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Bennigan’s has...

Mountain Mike’s Pizza Signs Two More Multi-Unit Expansion Deals in Texas

Restaurant News 5/16 2:06A RestaurantNews.com

Mountain Mike s Pizza is Developing Rapidly in Texas Leading Family-Style Pizza Chain Now Has Nine Dallas-Area Locations in Development Newport Beach, CA ( RestaurantNews.com...

22 Of The Best Baby Blankets To Swaddle Your Little One In

Huffington Post 5/15 11:45P

Comforting baby blankets made from organic cotton, jersey, flannel and more.

Shrimp Avocado Mango Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing

Joyful Healthy Eats 5/15 11:00P Krista

This wholesome Shrimp Avocado Mango Salad is a remarkably refreshing meal you ll want to whip it up whenever you re hosting friends or family! Tangy cilantro lime dressing is drizzled over a dreamy...

Op-ed: Food Price Spikes Are About Much More than Ukraine

Civil Eats 5/15 10:00P Jennifer Clapp

Today, a new generation is facing mounting food insecurity sparked by the third food price crisis in 15 years. But this crisis is not caused by a lack of food. The issue is...