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North Texans Dealing With Downed Power Lines, No Electricity From Ice Storm

As many as 50 narcotics cases in jeopardy after Plano police officer loses job

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Carrollton Couple Arrested After Lethal Fentanyl Overdoses

Local Profile 2/7 4:00A Virginia Mingorance

On February 6, a Carrollton couple was federally charged with conspiracy to distribute fentanyl. police investigation allegedly linked them to ten overdoses, of which three...

Missed recycling collection scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 11

City of Allen Headline News 2/7 3:38A

Community Waste Disposal (CWD) will collect recycling missed Tuesday through Friday of last week on Saturday, Feb. 11. CWD asks residents to have their carts out by 7 a.m. on...

New legislation seeks to change Texas Constitution, legalize casino gambling, sports betting

Local News - CBS Dallas Fort Worth 2/6 12:35P Jack Fink

NORTH TEXAS (CBSDFW.COM) Texas could ultimately be home to seven casino destination resorts, including two in the Dallas-Fort Worth area under new legislation filed by State...

City Of Frisco Tries To Reduce Concerns From Residents

Local Profile 2/6 9:36A Virginia Mingorance

As previously reported by Local Profile , Frisco’s plan for a new Universal theme park stirred concerns among its residents. Following a town-hall-style meeting held on Jan....

Governor Abbott Announces Plan Prohibiting TikTok On State-Issued Devices

Local Profile 2/6 7:00A Karl Morgan

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced a plan that would effectively ban social media app TikTok from all state-issued devices. This week, Gov. Abbott shared a statewide...

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Dallas Children’s Theater Adds Six New Members To Its Board Of Trustees

My Sweet Charity 2/7 3:30A Jeanne Prejean

Even days of freezing temperatures can’t slow down the news of new board members to area non-profits. The latest is Dallas Children’s Theater’s (DCT) board of trustees. Board President Jim Markus has...

To Stem a Rising Tide of Fentanyl Overdoses, These Texas Paramedics Are Going Door-to-door

Texas Monthly 2/7 3:00A Jeff Winkler

The knock on his door came less than 24 hours after Christopher Flakus was raised from the dead. It had been more than six years since he d overcome his longtime addiction to heroin and prescription...

Six Great Ski Spots for Texans

Texas Monthly 2/7 3:00A Pam LeBlanc

Every winter, Texans flock like migrating geese to higher elevations, where we strap on skis or snowboards and point ourselves down snow-slickened mountain slopes. So many of us hit the slopes at some...

Library Board

City of Allen Event Calendar 2/6 6:00P

Event date: February 7, 2023 Event Time: 06:30 PM - 11:59 PM Location: 300 N. Allen Drive Allen, TX 75013

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Faith Lutheran Church & School of Plano hosts presentation by Dr. Gene Edward Veith

Allen BubbleLife iReporter 1/31 4:59A Amy Crawford

Faith Lutheran Church and School in Plano, Texas hosted a presentation by renowned author Dr. Gene Edward Veith on Thursday, January 26, 2023. Dr. Veith discussed his book Postmodern Times: A...

Chicago Event Draws International Musicians

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Allen ISD will be Closed Friday, Feb. 3

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Winter Weather Update for Friday, Feb. 3

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District Campuses, Offices Closed Wednesday

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Krystal Launches New Brand Taglines, Seeks Deeper Connection with Fans

Restaurant News 2/6 10:07P RestaurantNews.com

For one week only, fans can vote for Krystal s next tagline Atlanta, GA ( RestaurantNews.com ) This week Krystal , the home of the original slider, is launching new brand...

CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR WITH TWO NEW TREATS FROM DAIRY QUEEN

Allen BubbleLife iReporter 2/6 6:09A Mary Jane Coker

Its not too late to ring in the New Year or restart the whole thing entirely by celebrating with two new great tastes, only at DQ restaurants in Texas. Say hello to the Triple Truffle Blizzard ®...

Cedar Hollow Winery & Vineyard Set to Celebrate 1-Year Anniversary

Texas Wine Lover 2/4 2:44A Eric C. Sigmund

February 2023 marks the one-year anniversary of Cedar Hollow Winery & Vineyard . One of the newest additions to the burgeoning north Texas wine scene, Cedar Hollow is conveniently located just off...

A Taste of Texas and South Africa

Texas Wine Lover 2/2 1:09P Laurie Ware

After you’ve been drinking wine for a while, it’s fun to get to know more about it. It’s fun to find out how your favorite wine from your favorite area compares to the same wines from other areas...

Crowds are Clamoring for Soulmans Bar-B-Que on Super Bowl Sunday

Allen BubbleLife iReporter 2/2 7:01A Dana Cobb

North Texans are preordering in record numbers for The Big Game Parties are currently being planned for Super Bowl Sunday, the second largest food holiday in the United States, on February 12 th ....

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FAIL PROOF OUTFITS FOR VALENTINE’S DAY // GOING OUT OR STAYING IN

Style of Sam 2/6 4:41A Sam

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BLAZER/ DENIM COMBO WITH CHIC AT EVERY AGE

The Middle Page 2/4 4:40P Cathy Williamson

BLAZER/ DENIM COMBO WITH CHIC AT EVERY AGE Natalie // Samantha // Heather Happy weekend, ladies! Boy, I am off this week, but I have a great reason. I became a grandmama for the fourth time on...

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ALL THINGS AMAZON

The Sister Studio 1/30 9:52P Jennifer Reed

It s HERE and it is GOOD! My All Things Amazon roundup for January! I hope this is a great resource for you and that you find it helpful. Love y all and wishing you all a wonderful Tuesday! Top...

GALENTINE’S DAY LOOK

The Middle Page 1/30 4:52P Cathy Williamson

GALENTINE S DAY LOOK Hello, ladies! How are you all? I did not get around to posting on Friday because I flew to LA on Thursday for the new baby countdown. My daughter is scheduled to go in tomorrow...

DON’T MISS THIS ONE!

The Sister Studio 1/29 12:15A Jennifer Reed

Hi, friends! I m so EXCITED about this Newsletter because it is FULL of GREAT FINDS! Bonus, I also have a Living Proof Promo for us today! We can use code SisterStudio for 20% OFF orders over $50!...

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Americans Weekly

Allen Americans News 2/6 11:25A Tommy Daniels

Allen, Texas – The Allen Americans, ECHL affiliate of the Ottawa Senators (NHL), and Belleville Senators (AHL), swept a three-game series from the Utah Grizzlies last week,...

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The Week Ahead, Oldest Hockey Rinks in Saskatchewan and Minnesota, Best ECHL Special Teams and More

Allen Americans News 2/6 5:12A Barry Janssen

The Allen Americans won t return to practice until tomorrow to start preparing for yet another important week in the quest to make the playoffs. This week Allen fans will get...

Allen Alone in 3rd Place, Game Recap, Video Highlights, Gens Comments, Series Stats, Another Rant,...

Allen Americans News 2/5 5:50A Barry Janssen

It was the most impressive game of the most impressive series of the season for the Allen Americans as they smoked the Utah Grizzlies 8-1 last night before a crowd of 6415 at...

Sidekicks Drop Points to Florida Tropics

Dallas Sidekicks Professional Arena Soccer 2/4 4:00P Caitlin Reilly

Allen, Texas (February 4, 2023)- The Sidekicks faced the Florida Tropics for the first-time season at home for Youth Soccer Night. The first quarter of the game was filled...

AMERICANS EXPLODE FOR SIX GOALS IN A 6-2 WIN OVER UTAH

Allen Americans News 2/3 10:25P Tommy Daniels

Americans Box Score Salt Lake City, Utah – The Allen Americans ECHL affiliate of the Ottawa Senators (AHL), and Belleville Senators (AHL) won their second in a row over...

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Baseball Icon Albert Pujols’ Kansas Mansion Hits the Market for $2.3M

realtor.com® Real Estate News 2/7 3:00A Jennifer Kelly Geddes

Getty Images / Realtor.com Recently retired Major League Baseball legend Albert Pujols is ready to walk off from his time in the Sunflower State. After finishing his 22-year career back where it began...

How To Revive a Lawn That Took a Beating This Winter

realtor.com® Real Estate News 2/7 12:00A Ana Durrani

Getty Images Between the parade of cyclones that pummeled California and the record-breaking frigid temperatures in the northeastern United States, the weather this winter has challenged many...

Super Bowl Showdown: Kansas City vs. Philadelphia Real Estate, by the Numbers. Which Is the Hotter...

realtor.com® Real Estate News 2/6 11:00P Evan Wyloge

Photo-Illustration by Realtor.com; Photos: Getty Images (4) As the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs prepare for their clash in Super Bowl LVII, NFL fans have visions of Jalen Hurts and...

Ready for Its Close-Up: Gabor Estate in Palm Springs Slinks Onto the Market for $3.8M

realtor.com® Real Estate News 2/6 11:00A Lisa Johnson Mandell

Realtor.com Does the idea of owning a fabulous, flamingo-pink, luxury home appeal to you? Then run, don t walk, to Palm Springs, CA. Intrigued? Well, there s more: It once belonged to the Kardashians...

Buyer Beware of Mortgage Wire Fraud: Here’s How To Not Get Scammed

realtor.com® Real Estate News 2/6 10:00A Lisa Marie Conklin

Getty Images After what seems like an eternity, you re finally ready to close on your dream home. You re excited, stressed, and chomping at the bit to sign on the dotted line. But during this time it...

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'It's an exciting time': Children's Health opens new specialty center in Prosper

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 2/6 10:00P David Moreno

The three-story, 30,000-square-foot center will expand access to care for children and families in Collin and Denton counties.

Ironside HR CEO reflects on shifting his career from finance sector to health care staffing

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 2/6 8:09A David Moreno

Ironside Human Resources CEO Doug Carter spoke with the Dallas Business Journal about his decision to shift from working in the finance sector to health care staffing.

Medical City Green Oaks appoints Krysla Karlix to CEO

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 2/6 7:50A David Moreno

In her new role, Karlix will oversee all patient operations at the Green Oaks facility, two outpatient clinics in Dallas and Plano and 24-hour psychiatric crisis stabilization...

With fresh capital raise, CityVet's CEO is pointing to expansion

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 2/6 2:42A Davie Nguyen

CityVet CEO and President David Boguslawski discusses the fast-growing company's plans for strategic expansion, his background and more in this interview with the Dallas...

Inclement Weather Update 2/3/2023

Health Care Associates 2/3 1:30A Alysen Vilhena

Certain HCAT clinics will be open for in-person visits today at 10:00 AM. Others will be closed or will open later. Refer to the list below to see the opening hours of your...

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Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

Love and Lemons 2/7 3:05A Jeanine Donofrio

This air fryer buffalo cauliflower is the ULTIMATE game day snack. It s saucy, spicy, and crispy, the kind of finger food that packs a ton of flavor into a single bite. If you still need snack recs...

Green Chili Recipe

The Healthy Maven 2/6 10:38P Davida Lederle

Looking for a delicious and hearty dish to warm you up on a chilly winter night? Look no further than this green chili recipe! Made with tender chunks of pork, spicy green...

30 Best Hawaiian Roll Sliders: All Are Small But Big In Flavors ??

Cooking Chew 2/6 12:16P Renee Groskreutz

Check out these 30 best Hawaiian roll sliders in this epic collection; these sandwiches might be small, but they're big on flavors. The post 30 Best Hawaiian Roll Sliders: All...

45 Best Italian Side Dishes To Complete Your Feast!

Cooking Chew 2/6 11:55A Andi Reis

There are so many great Italian side dishes here for you to choose from; find delicious Italian sides like Caprese salad, ratatouille, and more. The post 45 Best Italian Side...

Let’s Make Valentine Puppy Chow Snack Mix! ??

Cooking Chew 2/6 9:26A Andi Reis

Let’s make some easy and yummy Valentine Puppy Chow snack mix with just a few simple and inexpensive ingredients! ?? The post Let s Make Valentine Puppy Chow Snack Mix! ??...