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Grant Halliburton Foundation Launches Young Professionals Organization

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Take a look at Rose Petal by Jodie Beck / NEW ARTIST to GIDDENS GALLERY

Lakewood BubbleLife iReporter 8/11 7:24A Giddens Gallery of Fine Art in G

Blue Water Lily Pond by Jodie Beck Gallery Wrap 36 x 36 Acrylic on canvas Details in the petals of a rose are both intense and delicate in beauty. One of the worlds most beloved florals, up close and...

Crime Watch — Vol. 13, No. 32

White Rock Lake Weekly 8/11 5:47A whiterocklakeweeklyadmin

August 2 – 12 a.m. 3800 Block, Ruidosa Ave. (75228) Property Theft: Unknown suspect stole property from a patio inside a fenced backyard. August 2 – 4:58 a.m. 5100 Block,...

Free physicals, shots available to all

White Rock Lake Weekly 8/11 5:42A whiterocklakeweeklyadmin

Photo courtesy of Church of the Incarnation Located at 3966 McKinney Ave., just north of Blackburn Street, Church of the Incarnation Episcopal will host a Back to School Immunization Clinic and free...

‘We read’ book fair returns to Museum

White Rock Lake Weekly 8/11 5:40A whiterocklakeweeklyadmin

Photo courtesy of Tulisoma After a two-year hiatus, the Tulisoma South Dallas Book Fair — the Southwest African American experience in books and story — returns on Saturday, Aug. 20 from noon-4 p.m....

Public art vital component of community

White Rock Lake Weekly 8/11 5:35A whiterocklakeweeklyadmin

By Marie Earley Dallas artists Brad Oldham and Christy Coltrin have made and donated a stainless-steel owl sculpture named Wise in memory of long-time neighborhood resident Belva Becker, who died...

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Grant Halliburton Foundation Launches Young Professionals Organization

Lakewood BubbleLife iReporter 8/12 6:14A Juliette DC

Grant Halliburton Foundation recently launched Grant Halliburton Foundation Young Professionals or GHF YP, a personal and professional development organization. Open to young professionals in their...

Tips for Traveling with Just a Carry On

BubbleLifestyles 8/12 10:03A

It is possible to travel with just your carry on. Here are some travel hacks to packing light. CHECK THE WEATHER Research what the weather will be like in the place you are traveling to. Packing for...

MySweetCharity Opportunity: Grant Halliburton’s The Hope Party

My Sweet Charity 8/12 8:30A Jeanne Prejean

According to The Hope Party Co-Chair Jennifer Burns and Diana Hamilton , Jennifer Burns (File photo) Diana Hamilton (File photo) “Are you ready to start the party? We ve kicked off the 2022 Hope Party...

2023 Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Debs Were Introduced Despite A Dark Moment

My Sweet Charity 8/12 4:30A Jeanne Prejean

While the annual Dallas Symphony Orchestra League s announcement of the debs can usually take a bit of time, this year s event at Stanley Korshak on Thursday, May 26, was not a long-term affair. After...

What is the Margarita Mile?

Dallas Now Blog 8/11 7:00P

As the Official Home of the Frozen Margarita, Dallas has a reputation to uphold. The margaritas here can't just be great. They have to be absolutely fantastic. Luckily, our...

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Proud to Pumpkin at Dunkin

Lakewood BubbleLife iReporter 8/12 5:29A Bubble Life

Proud to Pumpkin at Dunkin: Introducing Smooth Pumpkin Sippin, Limited-Time Bakery Line-Up, and Brand-New Dunkin Refresher DALLAS/FORT WORTH (August 12, 2022) Fall isnt just a season, its a lifestyle,...

Lavaca Bluffs Vineyard & Winery Revisited (Again)

Texas Wine Lover 8/12 1:29A Jeff Cope

I always love doing a Revisited blog post from before so we can see how a winery has changed since I last visited. This time the post is revisiting Lavaca Bluffs Vineyard & Winery located in Lolita....

The Biggest Patio in Preston Hollow Will Open This Winter Serving Tex-Mex

Eater Dallas 8/11 4:40A Courtney E. Smith

Tex-Mex is coming to Preston Hollow in the biggest way. | Eater Plus brunch all day in Plano, a new brewpub in the Cedars, and Lakewood Brewing gets a makeover in your AM dining intel Jon Alexis, the...

Summer Revival Wine Co.

Texas Wine Lover 8/11 12:35A Jeff Cope

The Summer Revival Wine Co. is located in Dripping Springs and is owned by Ian and Becky Atkins. The winery also has a sister winery called Flat Brim Wines with 100% Oregon and Washington-grown...

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Coordinates Vineyards

Texas Wine Lover 8/10 12:36A Jeff Cope

Coordinates Vineyards is owned by brothers Austin and Mahlon Kerr and the tasting room is located in Fredericksburg. The winery opened in 2021. Austin Kerr has worked around the world in the wine...

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BURGUNDY AND TAN

The Middle Page 8/12 3:01A Cathy Williamson

ONE // TWO // THREE // FOUR // FIVE // SIX // SEVEN // EIGHT // NINE // TEN BURGUNDY AND TAN Happy Friday! This week went by so fast! Guess what happened to me yesterday? I...

Cozy Fall Aesthetic Shopping Checklist

Color and Chic 8/11 2:00A Quincy

Even though it s still in the high 90s outside here in Texas, once the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale ends I m always immediately ready for fall. I think it has something to do with shopping and styling...

Modern Living Room Ideas

Color and Chic 8/9 2:00A Quincy

I haven t made a mood board since my parents house was being built! I ve actually missed them, so I wanted to bring them back starting with modern living room ideas. Our living room is one of my...

Why I Love the Goyard St Louis PM Tote Bag! An Honest Review

Color and Chic 8/7 10:00P Hoang-Kim

As I get older, I want to start investing in designer bags that are timeless and will withstand the test of time. Every time the Goyard St Louis PM tote makes an appearance on my IG, I get questions...

FAVORITE SUMMER PANTS

The Middle Page 8/5 3:29A Cathy Williamson

FAVORITE SUMMER PANTS Happy Friday, everyone! I hope you all had a great week! We were in Montana until yesterday with the family, but I cut it short and returned with the kids. I was supposed to stay...

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Lightning suspected in blaze that destroyed former Longhorn, NFL safety Earl Thomas' Texas home

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/12 6:27A Craig Huber

Thomas was home at the time but managed to escape the fire.

New York stays in playoff chase after 91-73 win over Wings

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/11 1:41A Associated Press

The New York Liberty stayed in the playoff race with a 91-73 victory over the Dallas Wings on Wednesday night.

Taveras career-high 5 RBIs, Rangers beat Astros 8-4 in 10

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/11 12:47A Associated Press

The Texas Rangers beat the Houston Astros 8-4 on Wednesday night.

Deshaun Watson starting Browns' preseason opener as suspension looms

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/10 10:48A Associated Press

Deshaun Watson will start Cleveland’s exhibition opener at Jacksonville while waiting to learn if the NFL will succeed in keeping him off the field.

NBA diversity study finds job gains by minorities, women

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/10 9:02A Associated Press

The report examines hiring for positions with franchises and in league leadership, with this study using data from the 2021-22 season.

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8 Energy-Saving Tips for Energy-Efficient Homes

Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate 8/1 4:44A nicholemoreno

With energy costs rising every year, making quick and easy energy-efficient home improvements is more important than ever. Save money on your monthly energy bill with these 8 tips from American Home...

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Father of 2 battles cancer, hopes to encourage families to vaccinate

Spectrum Local News Health 8/11 12:34P Lourdes Vazquez

Texas has the largest number of U.S. teens not protected against HPV.

Blood pressure project could hold keys to better health

Spectrum Local News Health 8/10 3:47P Dylan Scott

Using advancements in modern technology, researchers are developing a first-of-its-kind graphene e-tattoo.

Biden signs bill expanding health care for veterans exposed to toxins

Spectrum Local News Health 8/10 11:00A Justin Tasolides

President Biden called the bill the most significant expansion ever of benefits for veterans exposed to toxins.

Austin Public Health confirms 9 cases of monkeypox in Travis County

Spectrum Local News Health 8/6 11:45A Ashley Valenzuela

The Austin-Travis County Health Authority has confirmed there are nine confirmed monkeypox cases here in Travis County.

Medical marijuana becomes focal point in race for Texas Agriculture Commissioner

Spectrum Local News Health 8/4 2:47P Marissa Mizroch

Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller opponent questions his timing for backing medical marijuana.

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I Scream Gelato Strikes Sweet Franchise Deal for First Units in North Dallas

Restaurant News 8/12 9:48A RestaurantNews.com

The brand is expanding quickly since its start in 2019 and is still accepting franchise partners. Prosper, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Gelato fans in Texas have reason to...

Release: Cynthia Hayes Scholarship Awarded to Rising Stars in Sustainable Agriculture

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 8/11 11:29A Laura Zaks

For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition lzaks@sustainableagriculture.net Tel. 347.563.6408 Release: Cynthia Hayes Scholarship...

Managed Grazing Champions Celebrate Funding Announcement for GLCI

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 8/11 10:23A Laura Zaks

Editor’s Note: This is a guest blog post written by Margaret Krome, Policy Program Director at the Michael Fields Agricultural Institute, an NSAC member based in East Troy, WI. Champions of managed...

Dallas food company Better Balance secures first vendor partnership with the Frisco RoughRiders

Dallas Business Journal 8/11 9:33A DBJ staff

Through the partnership, the plant-based brand and the minor league team are able to offer more inclusive versions of game-day snacks to vegan, vegetarians, and plant-curious...

Whipped Feta Dip

Love and Lemons 8/11 5:28A Jeanine Donofrio

I love serving this creamy whipped feta dip at parties and gatherings because it always surprises people. It looks like any other creamy white dip, maybe a ranch-y sort of thing made with cream cheese...