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McKinney mosque faces continued opposition to expansion ahead of council vote

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 06:37:35 Z

(NBC DFW Local News) Two years after the McKinney Islamic Association halted plans for a larger mosque in response to opposition from neighbors and city officials, the organization is once again seeking approval for an expansion in Collin County. But again, the group is...

Off The Hook and 19 More Restaurant News Headliners of the Past Week

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:46:10 Z

(Restaurant News) Off The Hook, Summit Hospitality Group, Beyond Juicery + Eatery, Mountain Mike s Pizza, and BUMPERS lead RestaurantNews.com s Top 20 stories for the week ending August 2, 2026. 1) Off The Hook Restaurants Announces Expansion into Hattiesburg,...

Police Intern's State Trooper Dreams #shorts

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 02:00:23 Z

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Police K9 Stories #shorts

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:14:33 Z

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The future of addiction treatment is personal

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:00:00 Z

(Dallas Business Journal (Health Care)) For many people, the phrase "addiction treatment" still conjures images of sterile, institutional facilities built around rigid rules and one-size-fits-all programs. But as the behavioral health industry has evolved, so have expectations around what...

Oak Cliff mural, honoring apartment complex explosion victim, to be unveiled

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:30:57 Z

(NBC DFW Local News) A community mural is taking shape in Oak Cliff at the corner of Clarendon Drive and Hollywood Ave. It depicts familiar faces and images from the neighborhood, such as street vendors, lowriders, and roosters. It will honor activist Sylvia Collins, who...

Texarkana Pleasant Grove player wins top honors on Texas 4A all-state baseball team

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 06:48:01 Z

(NBC DFW Local News) The Blue Bell/Texas Sports Writers Association Class 4A all-state baseball team, distributed by The Associated Press: FIRST TEAM Pitchers — Hunter Rose, Texarkana Pleasant Grove, sr.; Collier Carroll, Calallen, sr.; Evan O’Connor, Brock, sr. Relief...

Dak Prescott setting high expectations for Dallas Cowboys and their offense

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:51:54 Z

(NBC DFW Local News) When Dak Prescott arrived at training camp Tuesday, he wore a vintage T-shirt celebrating the Dallas Cowboys’ last Super Bowl win as a statement of intent. After 10 years in the NFL without a meaningful playoff run for an organization that has not...

Blue Goose Cantina Celebrates 24th Annual Hatch Chile Fest

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 04:36:20 Z

(Allen BubbleLife iReporter) The arrival of Hatch chile season is one of the Southwest's most anticipated culinary traditions, and Blue Goose Cantina is celebrating the annual harvest with the return of its 24th Annual Hatch Chile Fest. For more than two decades, the festival...

Blue Goose Cantina Celebrates 24th Annual Hatch Chile Fest

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:36:20 Z

(Allen BubbleLife iReporter (Food & Dining)) The arrival of Hatch chile season is one of the Southwest's most anticipated culinary traditions, and Blue Goose Cantina is celebrating the annual harvest with the return of its 24th Annual Hatch Chile Fest. For more than two decades, the festival...

The Smoking Woodys Playing Live

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:22:14 Z

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Shark Club Sports Bar & Grill Expands Texas Presence With Northlake Opening

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 03:10:35 Z

(Restaurant News) Second U.S. location joins Children s Health StarCenter Multisport complex, bringing an elevated sports viewing experience to North Texas families, teams and fans Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Shark Club will open its second U.S. location on...

Farmer Boys Celebrates 45 Years of Farm Fresh Fare With a Big Burger Hunt, Birthday Deals, and More!

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:45:14 Z

(Restaurant News) Burger lovers are invited to follow clues shared on social media to track down Farmer Boys Giant Burger and iconic Red Truck as part of the Big Burger Hunt for Farmer Boys Big 4-5 The West Coast burger chain invites fans to a month-long celebration...

Allen Fire Department - Steady Together

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 06:55:27 Z

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Restaurant Menu News from Papa Murphy’s, Bonchon, Detroit Wing Company, and More!

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 02:35:27 Z

(Restaurant News) In this week s restaurant menu news , Papa Murphy s has launched the sweet and spicy Hulapeño Pizza topped with DOLE pineapple, pepperoni, jalapeños, and a Thai chili sauce drizzle. Meanwhile, Bonchon introduced its savory Bonchon Gold Dust dry rub...

Leap Distributors Levels Up in Dallas: Names Dave Ascani Chief Financial Officer

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 22:00:00 Z

(Allen BubbleLife iReporter (Lifestyle)) Leap Distributors has named Dave Ascani chief financial officer (CFO). As CFO, Ascani will manage the companys finances and serve as an integral part of the executive management team. Dave Ascani is a seasoned financial executive with a long and...

Zepeda Vineyard & Winery: Muscadines, Memories, and Great East Texas Hospitality

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 03:12:10 Z

(Texas Wine Lover) Discover Zepeda Vineyard Winery located in Pittsburg, Texas. The family-run winery is led by Mary and Julio Zepeda. Read More

Cheba Hut and 19 More Restaurant News Headliners of the Past Week

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:51:17 Z

(Restaurant News) Cheba Hut, Wild Bill s, Papa Murphy s, Layne s Chicken Fingers, and Juice It Up! lead RestaurantNews.com s Top 20 stories for the week ending July 26, 2026. 1) Cheba Hut Plants Its Flag in Nebraska With First-Ever Lincoln Joint Cheba Hut Toasted...

Why Certain Wines Keep Appearing at Casino Tables

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 01:34:01 Z

(Texas Wine Lover) Find out what dictates wine at casino tables, focusing on practicality over marketing in casino beverage selections. Read More

More Texas student loan borrowers are falling behind on payments. Here's why

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 06:36:47 Z

(NBC DFW Local News) The number of Texas borrowers who have fallen far behind on paying back their federal student loans has doubled in less than a year, data shows. Between September 2025 and March 2026, the number of Texans who have defaulted on student loans jumped...

City Council Meeting (7.28.26)

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:09:10 Z

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THE RICH RED TREND THAT’S CARRYING SUMMER STRAIGHT TO FALL

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 04:40:59 Z

(The Middle Page) The Rich Red Trend That s Carrying Summer Straight Into Fall If you re already dreaming about fall fashion—but you re still melting in 100-degree weather—you don t have to choose. Rich berry tones and tangy reds are one of the biggest color trends of...

Dallas tennis player returns to competition following quadruple amputation

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 03:35:31 Z

(NBC DFW Local News) Ron Rosas has tennis in his blood playing as a kid in El Paso, a star player at Notre Dame, then becoming a pro, raising a family of tennis players, and coaching others. It all changed in 2023 when pneumonia progressed to sepsis shock and the...

AUDIOBOOK REVIEW: WHITEOUT by R.S. Burnett

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 03:00:00 Z

(Allen BubbleLife iReporter) Whiteout by R.S. Burnett A riveting psychological thriller set in Antarctica as the world teeters on the edge of destruction. Whiteout by R.S. Burnett is the riveting tale of a researcher who leaves her husband and toddler daughter at home in...

Jason Robertson set for 1 more season with Dallas Stars, who hope for more after $12M deal

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 03:58:00 Z

(Spectrum Local News Sports) Without a contract extension, Robertson next summer could become an unrestricted free agent for the first time.

Tickets for Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival Now on Sale

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 03:44:09 Z

(Texas Wine Lover) Get your early bird ticket prices now for the Fredericksburg Wine Festival that will be held October 22-25. Enjoy four days of food and wine in the Texas Hill Country. Read More

Alvarez and Paredes hit back-to-back homers in Astros' 5-2 win over Marlins

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 03:15:00 Z

(Spectrum Local News Sports) After Jeremy Peña's leadoff single in the eighth, Alvarez hit his major league-leading 34th homer to give Houston a 4-2 lead.

Job Search Workshop in Allen Stresses Successful Career Strategies Need Ongoing Technology Updates

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 04:00:00 Z

(Allen BubbleLife iReporter) The St. Jude Career Alliance, a faith-based ministry that offers hope, guidance, and practical tools for job seekers, will offer its next quarterly job search workshop on Saturday, August 1, 8:45 AM to 3:00 PM, at St. Jude Catholic Church, 1515 North...

Jason Robertson signs $12 million deal with Dallas Stars to avoid arbitration hearing

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 03:30:00 Z

(Spectrum Local News Sports) He was a restricted free agent until his arbitration filing by the July 5 deadline.

Texas Womans University to unveil permanent sculpture by artist Bianca Beck

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:17:21 Z

(Allen BubbleLife iReporter (Lifestyle)) In celebration of its 125th anniversary, Texas Womans University has selected Portland-based artist Bianca Beck to create a site-specific, permanent outdoor installation marking the universitys 125th anniversary and the culmination of its Dream Big...

Job Search Workshop in Allen Stresses Successful Career Strategies Need Ongoing Technology Updates

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(Allen BubbleLife iReporter (Lifestyle)) The St. Jude Career Alliance, a faith-based ministry that offers hope, guidance, and practical tools for job seekers, will offer its next quarterly job search workshop on Saturday, August 1, 8:45 AM to 3:00 PM, at St. Jude Catholic Church, 1515 North...

AUDIOBOOK REVIEW: THE NIGHTMARE (KILLER INSTINCT/JOONA LINNA, #2) by Lars Kepler

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 03:00:00 Z

(Allen BubbleLife iReporter) The Nightmare Killer Instinct/Joona Linna, #2 by Lars Kepler Narrated by Saul Reichlin Two seemingly unrelated murders and a professional hit man, who is stalking a young political activist, make for a twisty, intricate tale. The Nightmare is the...

Wild Bill’s Franchise Reaches 20 Operators, Expands Presence at Major Convention Centers

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 02:15:56 Z

(Restaurant News) The company expanded into Cleveland, Las Vegas and Salt Lake City while growing its presence at major convention centers and event venues nationwide. Allentown, PA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Wild Bill s Craft Beverage Co. , the mobile beverage...

Papa Murphy’s Turns Up the Sweet Heat with New Hulapeño Pizza

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 02:09:45 Z

(Restaurant News) The latest limited-time offering joins the Papa s Picks menu, combining DOLE® pineapple, jalapeños and Thai chili sauce for a bold flavor experience at an everyday value. Vancouver, WA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Papa Murphy s Take n Bake Pizza is...

Layne’s Chicken Fingers Signs 24 Franchise Agreements, Reaches 50 Units Open in First Half of 2026

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 02:03:35 Z

(Restaurant News) The Soon to be Famous chicken finger franchise awarded two dozen new deals representing a blend of both internal and external development and significantly expanded its operating footprint. Frisco, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Layne s Chicken Fingers...