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Operation Kindness Hosts Kitten Care Training, Prepares Volunteers for Busy Season

Dallas Cinco de Mayo Parade & Fiesta to fill the streets Saturday, May 4, in Oak Cliff

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4th person arrested in connection to Irving double murder, suspect still wanted

CBS DFW News 5/1 10:05A S.E. Jenkins

IRVING Irving police arrested a fourth person in connection to a deadly double shooting investigation . Escarleth Mejia is accused of hindering the apprehension of a known...

Texas AG Ken Paxton sues to block rule requiring background checks in private gun sales

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 5/1 7:00A Phil Prazan

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is once again in a legal battle with the federal government. This time the issue is over requiring background checks for private-owner gun...

Restaurant chain Steak and Ale postpones North Texas comeback

Dallas Business Journal 5/1 6:57A Krista Summerville

The restaurant chain had said it was returning to the area in 2024 with a location in Grand Prairie some time in 2024. But now those plans have been altered.

Dallas Cinco de Mayo Parade & Fiesta to fill the streets Saturday, May 4, in Oak Cliff

Uptown BubbleLife iReporter 4/30 9:11A Taylor Mayad

Celebrating Hispanic heritage and tradition, the Dallas Cinco de Mayo Parade & Fiesta presented by the Oak Cliff Coalition for the Arts (OCCA) will get underway Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in...

Goodsurf set to bring waves, food, drinks to Deep Ellum this summer

Dallas Business Journal 4/30 12:12P Mitchell Parton

There are new new updates on this highly anticipated project in Deep Ellum, including a timeline for opening. Goodsurf represents an alluring but far out entertainment element...

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Frontiers of Flight Museum to Host Fundraising Luncheon on Oct. 1

Uptown BubbleLife iReporter 5/1 6:01A Kelly Hunter

Frontiers of Flight Museum , Texas premier air and space museum, is celebrating the impact of women in aerospace in a powerful luncheon event at the museum on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Titled Women Take...

Operation Kindness Hosts Kitten Care Training, Prepares Volunteers for Busy Season

Uptown BubbleLife iReporter 5/1 5:39A Samantha Van Dyke

On Saturday, April 27, Operation Kindness brought together its esteemed Kitten Nursery staff and dedicated volunteers for an enriching training session aimed at equipping individuals with the skills...

The Storehouse of Collin County Names Kathy Jascott 2024 Volunteer of the Year

Uptown BubbleLife iReporter 5/1 5:11A Elizabeth Lenart

Jascott, who has volunteered since 2009, was the guest of honor at the Storehouses 2024 volunteer appreciation event at Riders Field, where she threw out the first pitch before a Frisco RoughRiders...

TWU Stroke Center - Dallas offers tips for Stroke Awareness Month

Uptown BubbleLife iReporter 5/1 3:48A Kathy Beazley

Minutes count when someone is having a stroke, and many strokes are preventable. Those are key takeaways for National Stroke Awareness Month, according to Jyutika Mehta , PhD, director of the Texas...

JUST IN: 2024 Partners Card Leadership, Dates And Sponsorships And Retailers Signups Revealed

My Sweet Charity 5/1 8:30A Jeanne Prejean

The Family Place is kicking off May with plans for its 2024 Partners Card shopathon. Word has just arrived that Elizabeth Ward Creel and Tiffany Moon are serving as the co-chairs. Elizabeth Ward...

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Table 13 Offers an Impressive Mothers Day Dining Experience

Uptown BubbleLife iReporter 5/1 6:18A BRN Media

Toast Mom this Mothers Day with an impressive dining experience at Table 13, North Dallas fine supper-club inspired restaurant. The exclusive Prix Fixe Mothers Day brunch menu is offered at $49.99 per...

Celebrate Mom, Dad, and Grads with Ono Hawaiian BBQ!

Restaurant News 5/1 9:08A RestaurantNews.com

( RestaurantNews.com ) WHAT: Looking for the perfect gift for Moms, Dads, and Grads? From May 1st until June 16th, Ono Hawaiian BBQ is gifting customers a $10 bonus...

Chick N Max Headed to Southwestern Missouri Thanks to Multi-Unit Deal with Subway Veteran

Restaurant News 5/1 8:46A RestaurantNews.com

Home of the Better Chicken Sandwich to enter the Springfield market with three restaurants Wichita, KS ( RestaurantNews.com ) Chick N Max – a next generation fast casual...

Juice It Up! Introduces Three Hydration-Boosting Blends as Temperatures Heat Up

Restaurant News 5/1 8:00A RestaurantNews.com

Juice It Up! Launches Mango Lychee, Blueberry Pomegranate, and Strawberry Guava Blends Leading Smoothie, Juice and Superfruit Bowl Chain Releases Delightful Blends Line...

Back By Popular Demand, Ruby Slipper Reintroduces Fan Favorites

Restaurant News 5/1 7:16A RestaurantNews.com

New Orleans-style brunch brand introduces limited-time menu items celebrating beloved flavors New Orleans, LA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Today marks the 16th anniversary of the...

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TEN OF THE BEST SPRING SHIRTS

The Middle Page 4/27 4:49A Cathy Williamson

Hi, ladies! I hope you have had a great week! It s been a hectic one for sure around here! I am running a few errands today and packing because I head out tomorrow for a week. I am flying to...

MOTHER’S DAY GIFT IDEAS

The Middle Page 4/22 3:14A Cathy Williamson

MOTHER S DAY GIFT IDEAS Happy Monday, ladies! I hope you have had a great weekend! I have never seen as much rain, lightning, and thunder as we had on Saturday. It was wild, and it lasted all day...

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Luka set to power through injury, sickness in Game 5

Dallas Mavericks 5/1 8:46A Eddie Sefko

LOS ANGELES – Luka Doncic banked in a half-court at the end of the Mavericks’ morning shootaround, then declared himself ready to roll for Game 5 at Crypto.com Wednesday...

Golden Knights goalie Adin Hill will start Game 5 against the Stars

Dallas Stars on Yahoo! Sports 5/1 8:19A Associated Press

The Golden Knights made a change at goalie, and Adin Hill will receive his first start of this year s NHL playoffs when Vegas visits the Dallas Stars for Wednesday night s...

Would the LA Clippers or Dallas Mavericks be a More Advantageous Matchup for OKC?

Dallas Mavericks News Yahoo Sports 5/1 7:11A Sports Illustrated Oklahoma City

Would the LA Clippers or Dallas Mavericks be a More Advantageous Matchup for OKC? Both teams battling it out in the first round have immense talent, and stack up pretty well...

Terms for Mike Tyson's fight with Jake Paul include heavier gloves, shorter rounds

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/1 5:57A Associated Press

The fight has been sanctioned as a competitive boxing match rather than an exhibition, and the rounds will be shorter and the gloves will be heavier.

Mavericks awaiting big game from Luka Doncic as series shifts to L.A.

Dallas Mavericks News Yahoo Sports 5/1 5:49A wfaa.com

The Dallas Mavericks enter a new month facing their biggest challenge yet as they look to finally crush a longtime playoff rival while trying to survive the attrition of a...

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Protect Your Investment: Hire a Buyer’s Agent

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 4/29 10:16A Steve Smith

In these challenging times, when making one of your most important financial decisions, it’s more important than ever to align yourself with a trusted real estate agent who can provide the necessary...

The Texas Heat is Coming

VIP Realty 4/27 4:09A tom@57realty.com (Thomas Heinz)

Welcome to the Lone Star State Whether you're moving from the bustling streets of New York or the sunny coasts of California, one thing you'll notice pretty quickly is the...

When’s the Best Time to Buy a House in Dallas-Fort Worth?

VIP Realty 4/21 3:01A tom@57realty.com (Thomas Heinz)

Hey there If you’re thinking about buying a house in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and wondering when to make your move, you’re not alone. It’s one of the big questions we get...

JUST LISTED: Luxury Univeristy Park Home in Highland Park ISD at 8415 Turtle Creek

DFW Urban Realty 4/19 4:10A broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Luxury University Park Home in University Heights, Highland Park ISD: 8415 Turtle Creek Blvd - University Park, TX Located in the prestigious Park Cities neighborhood of...

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Homelessness counts in Dallas, Collin counties at lowest levels since 2015

Dallas Business Journal 5/1 9:51A Rachel Snyder

The levels were at their lowest since 2015, according to Housing Forward, the nonprofit agency that leads the response to homelessness in the counties.

Crop of new office towers coming to Frisco Station

Dallas Business Journal 5/1 9:48A Noor Adatia

Situated between Warren Parkway and John Hickman Parkway, the Towers at Frisco Station is expected to include up to five office buildings, adding potentially up to 3 million...

Unity Partners reportedly targets $300M for debut private equity fund

Dallas Business Journal 5/1 9:37A Holden Wilen

Unity Partners, founded in 2022, is reportedly looking to raise a few hundred million for its initial fund. Learn more about the firm's strategy and its investments so far in...