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Thousands without power across Texas as winter storm sweeps through state

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 1/25 3:27A Briauna Brown

Thousands of Texans are without power Sunday after a winter storm bringing snow, sleet and freezing rain swept through Saturday. As of 9:30 a.m., over 25,000 Texas Oncor...

What is "puffing"? Why North Texas drivers can be fined up to $500 for warming up their cars

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 1/24 12:25A Sergio Candido

Drivers across North Texas could face fines of up to $500 for a common winter habit known locally as "puffing," law enforcement officials and county authorities warn as...

Student fatally shot at park near Woodrow Wilson High School

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 1/23 3:12A Dallas Morning News

A shooting on Thursday afternoon at a Dallas park near Woodrow Wilson High School killed a student and put hundreds more on lockdown. According to NBC 5 s media partners at...

Deadline to pay Texas property taxes is Jan. 31, here's everything to know

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 1/19 7:25A Alexis Garcia

Heads up, homeowners, the deadline to pay for property taxes not already paid through escrow accounts or partial payment plans is Saturday, Jan. 31. Those who own property...

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A Heart-Healthy Life Starts with Everyday Choices

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 1/31 6:00P Liz McGathey

Februarys American Heart Month is a timely reminder that caring for your heart isnt just about responding to emergencies its about the small, intentional choices we make every day. As the season of...

Best Valentine’s Date Night Ideas in Fort Worth (A Local’s Guide)

A Cowboys Life 1/31 5:34A Chastity Velasquez

When Valentine’s Day rolls around, I’m all about experiences — not just dinner reservations. Fort Worth does romance right when you know where to go, whether that means...

CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW: ZIVA THE GREAT by Cindy J. Vanous

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 1/28 8:00P KAREN SIDDALL

Ziva the Great by Cindy J. Vanous Illustrated by Rebeckah Gerstner Lovely story with unexpected emotional depth. Ziva the Great is the name of a beautiful Maine Coon cat and the title of this...

FORUM MEAT AT HOME OFFERS ROSEWOOD WAGYU HEART-SHAPED RIBEYE STEAKS

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 1/21 6:30P Brynn Bagot Public Relations

A date night at home is often the best kind. No reservations, no crowds, just great food and good company. Whether youre cooking together or planning a surprise, Forum Meat At Home makes it easy to...

BOOK REVIEW: THE STRANGER DIARIES (HARBINGER KAUR, #1) by Elly Griffiths

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 1/18 10:00P KAREN SIDDALL

The Stranger Diaries Harbinger Kaur, #1 by Elly Griffiths Unusual multi-narrator thriller and detective story. The Stranger Diaries is the first book in award-winning mystery author Elly...

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New ‘Texas Fine Wine Club Share’ Offers Members Access to Texas’ Premier Wineries

Texas Wine Lover 1/30 2:57A Jeff Cope

Press Release Texas Fine Wine introduces the first Texas Fine Wine Club Share , a reciprocal membership program that extends wine club perks and discounts across four of Texas’ top wineries. Beginning...

Hotel Dax in Addison Names Dustin Lee as Executive Chef

Crave DFW 1/27 5:47A Steven Doyle

Hotel Dax , which will bring a new era of boutique hospitality to Addison when it opens in the coming weeks, has hired a restaurant veteran to lead its culinary program....

A New Favorite Winery on the Wine Road: CC Farms

Texas Wine Lover 1/27 12:52A Laurinda Thomas

As I think about writing this article, my thoughts are all over the place, as there is so much to say about the newest addition to my “local” wine area. I use the term local...

Get Your Tickets Now for the Wine Lovers Celebration Passport 2026

Texas Wine Lover 1/23 3:41A Jeff Cope

Love is in the air, wine is in your glass, and the Texas Hill Country is calling. From January 26 through February 27, 2026, the Texas Hill Country Wineries’ (THCW s) Wine...

Texas Hill Country Wine Weekend Itinerary for First Timers

Texas Wine Lover 1/21 8:00A Gus Hall

This guide is for 21+ visitors (legal drinking age in the U.S.). Texas Hill Country is one of those places where a weekend can feel full without feeling packed. The secret is...

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?This Month’s Winners Are….

The Sister Studio 1/31 3:24A Jennifer Reed

Happy Saturday, my friends! I hope everyone is staying warm this week, and has some fun things planned for the weekend! We don’t have too much on the agenda this weekend and I’m so, so looking forward...

BRRRRR…IT’S COLD (AND 75 VALENTINE’S DAY GIFT IDEAS)

The Middle Page 1/28 4:51A Cathy Williamson

BRRRRR IT S COLD (AND 75 VALENTINE S DAY GIFT IDEAS) Well, January 2026 is off to an explosive start (if you live in the line of the snow/icestorm). I m not sure where you live, but I have major cabin...

Deals, Workwear, and MORE!??

The Sister Studio 1/23 3:06A Jennifer Reed

TGIF, my friends!! May your to-do list be nice and short today! I found some really great items this week and I have an Aerie code this weekend, too! JEN20 will take 20% off nearly everything on their...

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Patrick Kane passes Mike Modano for the most NHL points by a U.S.-born player

Spectrum Local News Sports 1/30 1:33A Associated Press

Kane scored his 1,375th point on an assist Thursday night in Detroit.

Stars win 5-4 in shootout after blowing 3-goal lead to Golden Knights

Spectrum Local News Sports 1/30 1:22A Associated Press

Mavrik Bourque scored twice for the Stars, who have won four of their past five games.

Cooper Flagg breaks NBA teen record with 49 points in Mavs' loss to Hornets

Spectrum Local News Sports 1/29 11:00P Associated Press

As Dallas rookie, Cooper Flagg also broke the franchise rookie scoring record he shared with Mark Aguirre.

Mavericks' flights grounded by winter storm as NBA postpones games in Memphis and Milwaukee

Spectrum Local News Sports 1/26 1:42A Associated Press

The schedule changes come after dozens of games were moved around earlier in the week in anticipation of the storm.

Hagel scores 6th winning goal, Vasilevskiy stops 19 shots to lead Lightning past Stars 4-1

Spectrum Local News Sports 1/19 1:34A Associated Press

Tampa Bay is a league-best 18-4-4 on the road and 20-1-0 when leading after two periods.

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JUST LISTED: Home For Sale in Benbrook, TX at 4010 Bendale Road in Palomino Estates

DFW Urban Realty 1/19 10:03P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Just Listed: Modern 3-Bedroom Home for Sale in Palomino Estates, Benbrook TX A beautiful home has just hit the market at 4010 Bendale Road in Benbrook, TX 76116, located in...

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SEC charges Dallas health care CEO with multimillion-dollar fraud

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 1/22 12:53A Plamedie Ifasso

The Securities and Exchange Commission complaint filed in the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts alleges that Cancer Labs CEO Sumit Rai...

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The US Farmers Saving Palestinian Seeds

Civil Eats 2/2 9:00P Jennifer Cole

Article Summary • Conflict has long threatened the survival of traditional Palestinian crops, and Israeli attacks since 2023 have destroyed nearly all the farmland in Gaza. • The West Bank-based...

Love & Lemons Cooking Club – February!

Love and Lemons 2/2 5:09A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

Our Cooking Club is a fun way to celebrate the Love & Lemons community of readers. The concept is super simple—each month, I choose a recipe. You make it, and you leave a...

Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust

Joyful Healthy Eats 2/1 10:00P Krista

Add some extra protein to your next pizza night with this Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust! Chewy with crisp edges, it s so delicious, you ll never guess this easy recipe is healthy! Have you hopped on the...

Fighting Hunger in Fayetteville, Arkansas

Civil Eats 2/1 9:00P Elena Valeriote

Article Summary • Arkansas has had the highest food insecurity rate in the nation for three years in a row, according to data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). • In the town of...

Tiramisu

Love and Lemons 2/1 2:45A Jeanine Donofrio

Is there anything more delicious than tiramisu? This Italian dessert consists of decadent layers of espresso-dipped ladyfingers and plush mascarpone cream. It s perfectly...

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