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BOOK REVIEW: LEFT (TERRAN INCOGNITA, #1) by Paul McGrath

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Top Stories: ➊ – 2025 TEXSOM Awards – Texas Results (Thursday), ➋ – Stray Grape Urban Winery (Thursday), ➌ – Best Wines to Accompany a Poker Night (Thursday), ➍ – The Final Jasper’s Steakhouse Is Gone Forever, Plus More Dallas Restaurant Closings (Thursday), ➎ – Alcon to buy Lensar in deal worth up to $430M (Thursday)

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South Dallas YMCA building nears renovation completion

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 3/28 3:52A Alanna Quillen

The much-anticipated new Park South Family YMCA is on track to open early this summer, marking a major milestone in the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas’ strategic growth plan....

Dallas nonprofit pushes for bills supporting youth in crisis as legislative deadline nears

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 3/25 3:44A Alanna Quillen

With just over two months left in the Texas legislative session, lawmakers are considering several bills aimed at improving mental health and substance use treatment for...

Dallas County inmates hospitalized after transport van accident, police say

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 3/19 8:10A Lauren Harper

Investigations are underway after an accident involving a Dallas County Sheriff s Office transport van hospitalized 11 inmates on Tuesday morning, according to police. At...

Related: Dallas County inmate van involved in crash, sheriff's office says CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News

U.S. 75 in North Dallas reopens hours after pedestrian fatally struck by vehicle

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 3/19 7:16A Hannah Jones

Police are investigating a crash in Dallas where a pedestrian was fatally struck by a car on Highway 75 on Wednesday morning, officials say. According to the Dallas County Sheriff s Office, the...

Candidates jump into Texas comptroller race 18 months before election

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 3/17 7:12A Steven Rosenbaum

The 2026 Texas elections are are already underway, at least in one race. One of the top statewide offices, the Texas comptroller, will not have an incumbent running for...

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Everyday Looks I’ve Been Wearing

Brighton the Day 3/28 9:39A Brighton

If you’re anything like me, you want everyday looks that feel just as good as they look. Whether I’m heading out for errands, meeting a friend for coffee, or working from home, I always try to reach...

BOOK REVIEW: LEFT (TERRAN INCOGNITA, #1) by Paul McGrath

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 3/25 8:51P KAREN SIDDALL

Left Terran Incognita, #1 by Paul McGrath Delightful, with unexpectedly perfect plot twists. Left is the first book in author Paul McGraths new science fiction series, Terran Incognita, and...

KEEP IRVING BEAUTIFUL SEEKS NOMINATIONS FOR ANNUAL AWARDS

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 3/24 10:14P kibjulie17

KEEP IRVING BEAUTIFUL SEEKS NOMINATIONS FOR ANNUAL AWARDS Mayor and KIB Awards Honor Irvings Difference Makers (IRVING, TEXAS) - Keep Irving Beautiful is asking for nominations to be submitted for...

2025 Mansfield High School Tiger Volleyball Camp - Registration is OPEN!

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 3/24 10:06P Julie Price

Registration for our 2025 Mansfield Tiger Volleyball Camp is open - sign your kiddos up now so they don't miss out on all the fun!!!! 2025 Mansfield Tiger Volleyball Camp June 16th - 19th @ Mansfield...

BOOK REVIEW: COPS & ROBBERS (PARKER CITY MYSTERY, #5) by Justin M. Kiska

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 3/24 7:40P KAREN SIDDALL

Cops & Robbers Parker City Mystery, #5 by Justin M. Kiska Another intriguing mystery with its roots in the past. Cops & Robbers is the fifth outing for Parker Citys crack detective team, Sgt. Ben...

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The Final Jasper’s Steakhouse Is Gone Forever, Plus More Dallas Restaurant Closings

Eater Dallas 3/27 3:03A Courtney E. Smith

Farewell to the Zodiac Room in Neiman Marcus. | Joe Schildhorn/Patrick McMullan Meddlesome Moth is also among the spots saying goodbye to Dallas this month In a fast-paced city like Dallas,...

2025 TEXSOM Awards – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 3/26 9:05P Jeff Cope

The 2025 TEXSOM Awards have been announced, and these are the results for Texas wineries. The TEXSOM Awards judging took place February 15 18, 2025 at Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas. There...

Stray Grape Urban Winery

Texas Wine Lover 3/26 8:00P Jeff Cope

More and more wineries are opening around the San Antonio area, but Stray Grape Urban Winery has been in San Antonio since 2008. It started as a Water 2 Wine franchise by the...

Best Wines to Accompany a Poker Night

Texas Wine Lover 3/26 7:54P Gus Hall

Even though wine has actually been a staple of social gatherings for a long time, people no longer use it just for fancy dinners or romantic evenings. According to recent data...

Kenny's Restaurant Group to Reward Most Loyal Fans with Free Food

Farmers Branch BubbleLife iReporter 3/23 11:12P Kelly Hunter

All the restaurants founded by noted chef and restaurateur Kenny Bowers have grown with the premise that every day is a holiday and every meal a feast. The restaurants care and dedication to their...

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March Amazon Finds—on SALE!

The Sister Studio 3/27 3:24A Jennifer Reed

Happy Thursday, my friends! May your coffee be nice and strong today we re sooo close to Friday! Amazon is doing a big Spring Sale this week so I wanted to round up all of my March favorites, several...

A Colorful Table Setting For 10 or Just Two!

Color and Chic 3/26 4:35A Hoang-Kim

Spring is here and it s time to host! Whether you re inviting 10 people over or just one or two, I think it speaks volume to set the table and pull out the pretty napkins. Not only will it make things...

STRIPES: THE TIMELESS TREND FOR EFFORTLESS SPRING AND SUMMER STYLE

The Middle Page 3/23 5:57A Cathy Williamson

STRIPES: THE TIMELESS TREND FOR EFFORTLESS SPRING AND SUMMER STYLE Hello ladies! How is everyone today? I have been in Ojai Valley since Wednesday to see my daughter. She had an emergency surgery on...

LIVE NOW: Target’s MASSIVE SALE!?

The Sister Studio 3/23 4:54A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Sunday everyone! We are home after spending the week in Colorado for Spring Break let s just say my snowboarding isn t going to be winning awards anytime soon, but we had SO much fun all...

Fresh Finds for YOU!✨?

The Sister Studio 3/17 4:36A Jennifer Reed

Good morning and happy Monday, my friends! My kids are on Spring Break this week, so we re in Colorado and I m so, so excited to spend quality time all together as a family! Wish me luck snowboarding...

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March Madness: How to watch the women's Elite Eight and who's now favored to win the NCAA...

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/29 5:50A Associated Press

The second half of the Sweet 16 is Saturday, with UConn, TCU and Southern California among the teams vying for a spot in the Elite Eight.

The Texas Longhorns' success this season has come without the 3-point shot that shapes today's game

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/28 8:17A Associated Press

Vic Schaefer's team showcases how winning big doesn’t always require a heavy reliance on 3-point shooting.

Notre Dame ready for rematch with TCU, as is Tennessee, which will face SEC foe Texas in Birmingham

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/28 7:34A Associated Press

Notre Dame prepares to face TCU in the Sweet 16 on Saturday in the Birmingham 3 Regional.

Texas Tech rallies from 16 points down to beat Arkansas 85-83 in first OT game in March Madness

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/28 3:27A Associated Press

Darrion Williams didn't miss when it mattered most, sending Texas Tech to an improbable spot in the Elite Eight.

Mavericks star Kyrie Irving has surgery for torn ACL in his left knee

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/27 2:10A Associated Press

The team said Wednesday night further medical updates on Irving would be provided “as appropriate.”

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Alcon to buy Lensar in deal worth up to $430M

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/27 1:23A Sydney Asher

The companies will come together to advance robotic laser technology in cataract surgery; improving precision, reducing patient comfort, and providing faster recovery time....

Texas measles outbreak expected to last for months, though vaccinations are up from last year

Spectrum Local News Health 3/21 6:54A Associated Press

Pharmacies across the U.S., especially in Texas, are seeing more demand for MMR shots.

Nestlé recalls some Lean Cuisine, Stouffer's meals

Spectrum Local News Health 3/19 3:15A Lydia Taylor

The company is asking consumers to return the products to the retailer from where it was purchased.

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Morento MR5866 smart air purifier review

Live Science 4/2 6:00A

If you type "air purifier" in Amazon's search bar, chances are you will see the Morento MR5866 Smart Air Purifier as one of your top choices. This unassuming appliance has...

Op-ed: How Trump’s Tariffs Could Impact Your Local Restaurant

Civil Eats 4/1 11:00P Clare Reichenbach

Independent restaurants—establishments owned and operated by an individual, family, or small group rather than a larger chain or franchise—are more than places to eat. They’re...

Brisket Recipe

The Healthy Maven 4/1 11:00P Davida Lederle

This classic Jewish brisket recipe is perfect for any celebration including Passover or Rosh Hashanah! It's tender, sweet and juicy and slow cooked in a caramelized onion and...

Timeless Wheels & Vintage Steel: The Village Shops Spring Car Show Returns

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 4/1 4:49A Liz McGathey

Take a timeless ride at the Classic Car & Truck Show at the Castle Hills Village Shops from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 13. The event is FREE for spectators, and everyone is welcome! The...

Restaurant Franchise News from Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, la Madeleine, Teaspoon, and More!

Restaurant News 4/1 2:55A RestaurantNews.com

Catch up on the latest restaurant franchise news from Dickey s Barbecue Pit, la Madeleine, Teaspoon, Cork s Cajun Fried Fish and Shrimp, The Big Biscuit, and Teriyaki Madness....