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Top Stories: ➊ – Stuffed Spaghetti Squash: A Healthy Take on a Classic Dinner ? (Thursday), ➋ – Texas Rangers sign former All-Star catcher to minor league deal (Sunday), ➌ – Copycat Chipotle Corn Salsa (Monday), ➍ – Phillies add veteran reliever David Robertson to bullpen, calling him up from Triple-A (Sunday), ➎ – CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW: GRANDMA YOGINI by Raven Howell, illustrated by Alexander Santos (Monday)

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Uber driver becomes Dallas 311 app power user after losing tire to pothole

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 8/14 10:40A David Goins

Adam Sharkey estimates that he drives anywhere from 1,000 to 1,500 miles per week on roads across North Texas. The sales professional says many of those miles are spent traversing Dallas city streets....

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CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW: GRANDMA YOGINI by Raven Howell, illustrated by Alexander Santos

Lakewood BubbleLife iReporter 8/11 3:00A KAREN SIDDALL

Grandma Yogini by Raven Howell Illustrated by Alexander Santos This talented grandma is full of surprises! Grandma Yogini is a new childrens picture book by Raven Howell and illustrated by...

Summer to Fall Transitional Styles Under $100

Tanya Foster 8/5 3:00A Tanya Foster

Today let's talk summer to fall transitional styles. We are entering into that tricky season where it's hard to know what to wear. Let's take a look at some transitional pieces that are not only chic,...

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Dallas ISD News: Empowering students to lead and leave a legacy

Dallas ISD 8/12 8:18A

Dallas ISD News: Empowering students to lead and leave a legacy The Dallas Independent School District View this email in your browser SUBMITTED STORY For Immediate Release: Aug. 12, 2025 Empowering...

Dallas ISD News: Irma Rangel students embrace the world through study abroad

Dallas ISD 8/5 6:00A

Dallas ISD News: Irma Rangel students embrace the world through study abroad The Dallas Independent School District View this email in your browser SUBMITTED STORY For Immediate Release: Aug. 5, 2025...

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Chop House Burger: Downtown’s Gold Standard

Crave DFW 8/14 12:54P Steven Doyle

In a city full of burgers, Chop House Burger sets the bar. The signature build—a juicy, medium-cooked Black Angus patty, white truffle sauce, shaved red onion, vine-ripened tomato, and crisp...

Rock N’ Roll Sushi Signs Area Development Agreement to Return to Dallas-Fort Worth

Restaurant News 8/12 6:16A RestaurantNews.com

Franchisees plan three locations, eye Waxahachie and the surrounding cities Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Rock N Roll Sushi is set to make its long-awaited return to...

Carter Creek and South Coast Wineries Win Medals at 2025 Sunset International Competition

Texas Wine Lover 8/12 12:31A Jeff Cope

Press Release Carter Creek Winery and South Coast Winery , both owned by family-operated Carter Hospitality, earned distinction among the best in the West, bringing home...

Urban Cookhouse Now Open in Prosper

Crave DFW 8/11 9:31A Steven Doyle

Urban Cookhouse is set to debut its first Texas outpost at the Gates of Prosper on Monday, August 11. The popular “Buy Local. Eat Urban,” concept was originally introduced in Alabama. Owned and...

Bam’s Vegan is Comfort Food Reinvented

Crave DFW 8/11 7:23A Steven Doyle

Bam s Nachos Bam’s Vegan has emerged as one of the most thoughtful and flavorful forces in North Texas’ plant-based dining scene, and its growth tells a story of passion, community, and a clear vision...

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Your Weekly Dose of Outfit Inspo!??

The Sister Studio 8/8 1:24A Jennifer Reed

TGIF, my friends! I can t believe the end of summer (at least for us!) is here. My kids start school next week and I feel like this summer has truly gone by in the blink of an eye. I ve been trying to...

WHY EVERY WOMAN OVER 50 NEEDS A GREAT T-SHIRT DRESS

The Middle Page 8/6 8:50A Cathy Williamson

Why Every Woman Over 50 Needs a Great T-Shirt Dress (Now and Into Fall) Let s talk about one of the most underrated pieces in a woman s wardrobe: the t-shirt dress . If you re over 50 and living in...

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Insane 5-team NBA trade idea sends Antetokounmpo to Lakers, LeBron James to Mavericks

https://sports.yahoo.com/nba/teams/dallas/rss/ 8/15 8:55A Dallas Mavericks On SI

Trade speculation ran rampant this offseason about Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James. Antetokounmpo reportedly considered his future with the Milwaukee Bucks for the...

Nuggets Sign Former Kings, Mavericks Forward to Bolster Frontcourt Depth

https://sports.yahoo.com/nba/teams/dallas/rss/ 8/15 8:48A Athlon Sports

The Denver Nuggets have reportedly signed a former Sacramento Kings and Dallas Mavericks forward to upgrade their frontcourt depth.

NBA reveals Cooper Flagg, Mavericks' marquee matchups with Celtics

https://sports.yahoo.com/nba/teams/dallas/rss/ 8/15 8:04A

The Dallas Mavericks are gearing up for a deep postseason run after a disappointing 2024-25 campaign in which they missed the playoffs. Following the trade of Luka Doncic to...

Luka Doncic Has His Sights on ‘Revenge,’ NBA Scout Makes Two Bold Predictions for Next Season

https://sports.yahoo.com/nba/teams/dallas/rss/ 8/15 7:53A Athlon Sports

For the rest of his NBA career, Luka Doncic will be linked to the Dallas Mavericks. Harrison cited Doncic s lack of conditioning as the reason behind the trade, and Doncic...

Why Anthony Davis could dominate the NBA in 2025–26

https://sports.yahoo.com/nba/teams/dallas/rss/ 8/15 7:40A The Sporting News

Anthony Davis missed most of last season in Dallas — now he’s back, healthy, and ready to prove he’s still one of the NBA’s best. MVP run? DPOY campaign? Don’t count him out.

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Best Neighborhoods in Keller, Texas

VIP Realty 8/14 4:29A rs@viprealtyinfo.com (VIP Realty

Best Neighborhoods in Keller, Texas Keller, Texas—a picturesque suburb in the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex—offers a small-town charm with all the amenities of a big city...

JUST LISTED: Modern Home for Rent in Dallas at 1277 Clifftop Near Bishop Arts District

DFW Urban Realty 8/8 8:54P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

JUST LISTED: Modern Home for Rent in Dallas at 1277 Clifftop Near Bishop Arts District If you’ve been looking for the perfect mix of style, comfort, and location, the newly...

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North Texas hospitals spent billions on uncompensated care in 2024

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 8/15 1:51A Davie Nguyen

Dallas-Fort Worth's strong and diverse health care sector is on full display in the new edition of our hospitals list — along with its caring nature. Dive into the data and...

Sticker shock is coming for employer health plans in 2026. Here's why.

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 8/14 8:43A Andy Medici

An increasingly popular class of drugs is just one of the factors fueling the sticker shock.

Advocates worry drug overdoses will rise due to federal cuts

Spectrum Local News Health 8/12 4:15A Geraldine Torrellas

Overdose deaths declined between 2023 to 2024 and advocates attribute this to naloxone distribution.

Tips for easing back to school anxiety in kids

Spectrum Local News Health 8/10 7:32A Nicole Clark, PhD

For many kids, going back to school triggers anxiety and even depression. But for parents, there are strategies to help your kids adjust.

North Texas area's largest hospitals, 2025

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 8/8 12:00A

ABOUT THE LIST: DBJ combined multiple data sources for this list, including hospital surveys; Texas Acute Care Hospital Utilization Reports from 2023 and 2024 from the Texas...

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CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW - SPOONS: A FAMILY STORY OF ENDURING LOSS by J. Corn

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 8/15 3:00A KAREN SIDDALL

Spoons by J. Corn Colorful, simple, and comforting story about missing and remembering our loved ones who have passed on. Spoons by J. Corn is a helpful childrens picture book about how we can...

Creamy Potato Salad with Bacon

Joyful Healthy Eats 8/14 11:00P Krista

Don t let the creamy dressing fool you! This Potato Salad with Bacon is a lightened up recipe, but it packs in lots of big, bold flavor with bacon, hardboiled eggs, fresh chives, and a creamy mustard...

Stuffed Spaghetti Squash: A Healthy Take on a Classic Dinner ?

Cooking Chew 8/14 11:54A Renee Groskreutz

A hearty and healthy take on a classic spaghetti dinner, this stuffed spaghetti squash is roasted until tender, filled with a savory meat sauce, and topped with gooey cheese....

BBQ Kielbasa Appetizer Recipe (Sweet & Glazed Bites!)

Cooking Chew 8/14 8:53A Renee Groskreutz

Learn how to make this easy BBQ kielbasa appetizer with just 6 ingredients. These sweet, glazed bites are perfect for parties, game day, or any gathering where you want to...

Easy 5-Minute White Bean Dip Recipe (Healthy & Creamy)

Cooking Chew 8/14 8:34A Andi Reis

Learn how to make this creamy white bean dip in just 5 minutes using simple pantry ingredients. This healthy appetizer is protein-rich and perfect for any occasion. The post...