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BOOK REVIEW: DYING TO LIVE HERE (ESTATE SALES MYSTERY, #1) by Shelley Marsh

Aba to Open in Dallas’ Design District at The Seam in Late 2026

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Benefits of Renting an Apartment in Frisco, TX

Lakewood BubbleLife iReporter 2/20 7:30A Culver Public Relations

In a fast-growing city like Frisco, renting an apartment offers more than just a place to live. It provides flexibility, convenience, and a lifestyle designed for todays pace. Whether you are new to...

BOOK REVIEW: DYING TO LIVE HERE (ESTATE SALES MYSTERY, #1) by Shelley Marsh

Lakewood BubbleLife iReporter 2/20 7:09A KAREN SIDDALL

Dying to Live Here Estate Sales Mystery, #1 by Shelley Marsh Murder, romance, and Mother Nature combine in this intriguing Florida-set cozy mystery! Dying to Live Here is the first book in author...

Dallas Downtown Connection Expands Capacity for Citywide Events

Lakewood BubbleLife iReporter 2/20 4:46A Culver Public Relations

DALLAS - February 17, 2026 - Sheraton Dallas Hotel is proud to announce that The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas has officially joined the Dallas Downtown Connection , expanding the...

Texas A&M University College of Dentistry is accepting applications for BIBS summer research...

Lakewood BubbleLife iReporter 2/13 4:38A Stephanie Patrick

Planning a career in dentistry, Christine Tran searched for a research program at a dental college to fill the summer lull between her junior and senior years while a student at the University of...

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Dallas ISD News: Dallas ISD News Briefing: Feb. 20

Dallas ISD 2/20 9:00A

Dallas ISD News: Dallas ISD News Briefing: Feb. 20 The Dallas Independent School District View this email in your browser NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release: Feb. 20, 2026...

Dallas ISD Trustees unanimously approve proposed $6.2 billion bond

Dallas ISD 2/17 8:13A

Dallas ISD Trustees unanimously approve proposed $6.2 billion bond The Dallas Independent School District View this email in your browser SUBMITTED STORY For Immediate...

9 to 5 - Dress Rehearsal 2.4.26

Woodrow Wilson High School Photos 2/15 7:09P woodrowwildcats

woodrowwildcats updated gallery ' 9 to 5 - Dress Rehearsal 2.4.26 '

Dallas ISD News: Six Irma Rangel seniors earn prestigious full-ride scholarships

Dallas ISD 2/10 4:00A

Dallas ISD News: Six Irma Rangel seniors earn prestigious full-ride scholarships The Dallas Independent School District View this email in your browser SUBMITTED STORY For...

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Papa Murphy’s Turns Up the Heat With Jalapeño Popper Pizza, a Limited-Time Addition to Papa’s Picks

Restaurant News 2/23 2:58A RestaurantNews.com

A crave-forward, flavor-packed pizza joins Papa Murphy’s everyday take-n-bake value lineup, offering bold taste at a great price for a limited time. Vancouver, WA (...

Bending Branch Hits the Mark Again!

Texas Wine Lover 2/20 1:53A Neal Addy

Dr. Bob Young and the team at Bending Branch Winery in Comfort will soon be releasing a special sparkling rosé you do not want to miss the 2023 Estate Crimson Cabernet Rosé....

Aba to Open in Dallas’ Design District at The Seam in Late 2026

Crave DFW 2/17 11:17A Steven Doyle

Mediterranean sunshine is headed to Dallas. Aba , the breezy, California-inflected restaurant from Chicago-based hospitality powerhouse Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants , will debut its first Dallas...

Mr. Cajun’s Daiquiri & Cajun Food for Soul Food Magic

Crave DFW 2/17 10:25A Steven Doyle

If you’re looking for a lively Cajun escape in Southeast Dallas, Mr. Cajun’s Daiquiri & Cajun Food ( website ) delivers bold flavors and an unapologetically social atmosphere. The Lake June Road...

Montlake Cut Brings a Seafood Experience

Crave DFW 2/17 9:54A Steven Doyle

Montlake Cut , located in University Park, Dallas, is a seafood gem that reflects the culinary creativity of acclaimed chef Nick Badovinus , known for his successful ventures like Brass Ram, Town...

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HOW TO WEAR BLACK IN SPRING: EASY CHIC TRANSITIONAL OUTFITS FOR WOMEN OVER 50

The Middle Page 2/20 5:21A Cathy Williamson

Why Wearing Black Is the Easiest Style Choice as We Slip Into Spring Every spring, I stand in my closet and hesitate. Do I pack away the black? Should I suddenly reach for florals? And yet, every...

JUST FOR YOU!❤️

The Sister Studio 2/13 4:22A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Friday my friends! It has been a busy week around here, and I m very much looking forward to the long weekend! Do y all have anything fun planned this weekend? If anyone has any good...

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Middleton scores 25 points as Mavericks snap 10-game losing streak with 134-130 win at Indiana

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/23 3:28A Associated Press

Dallas led most of the game but struggled to put this one away.

Texas' MLS teams kick off season this weekend

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/20 4:02A Mike D'Alonzo

Austin FC, FC Dallas and Houston Dynamo FC will all host season openers at home on Saturday.

Big 12 bristles at a respect gap after only TCU makes the NCAA’s initial Top 16

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/17 2:50A Associated Press

TCU, Baylor, West Virginia and Texas Tech all in The AP Top 25. Yet the conference only had the Horned Frogs in the initial Top 16 reveal by the NCAA.

Bad Bunny and a lone Olympian — from Texas — are waving Puerto Rico's flag on the world stage

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/13 3:04A Associated Press

Bad Bunny, a six-time Grammy award winner, keeps Puerto Rican culture at the forefront of his music.

Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg sidelined by left midfoot sprain, out for NBA's Rising Stars

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/12 3:40A Associated Press

The injury occurred in their 120-111 loss at Phoenix a night earlier, the Mavericks announced Wednesday.

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3 cases of measles reported in North Texas county

Spectrum Local News Health 2/13 4:35A Katharine Finnerty

The first case of measles was identified on Feb. 5 and then two additional cases were reported on Feb. 12.

Mexico state steps up health screening in schools as measles cases grow nationwide

Spectrum Local News Health 2/10 2:52A Associated Press

Through Feb. 6, there were 2,143 confirmed measles cases nationwide and nearly 6,000 suspected cases.

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McDonald’s and 19 More Restaurant News Headliners of the Past Week

Restaurant News 4/6 12:36A RestaurantNews.com

McDonald s, Prince St. Pizza, Gong cha, The Melt, and Wendy s lead RestaurantNews.com s Top 20 stories for the week ending April 5, 2026. 1) McDonald s USA Introduces New...

Pan Seared Scallops Recipe

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/5 11:00P Krista

This pan seared scallops recipe delivers tender, golden scallops nestled on top of a bright, smoky corn relish for a dish that s both elegant and effortless. And if you ve never cooked scallops...

Weekly Meal Plan #14

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/3 11:00P Krista

This healthy weekly meal plan has 5 days of easy breakfast and dinner recipes made from real, wholesome ingredients and a high protein focus in mind. Grab the free printable shopping list to make meal...

Release: Cynthia Hayes Memorial Scholarship Now Accepting Applications

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 4/3 2:42A Laura Zaks

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Release: Cynthia Hayes Memorial Scholarship Welcomes...

USDA Pauses Rural Energy Grants Amid Anti-Renewables Push

Civil Eats 4/2 10:23A Rebekah Alvey

April 2, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has paused processing applications for a popular rural energy program, further delaying funds to farmers as high...