Calling all homeowners who think they’ve got the ugliest kitchen in need of a transformation! Expo Home Improvement has launched the Ugly Kitchen Makeover Sweepstakes, giving participants a chance to win up to $20,000 toward a cabinet refacing project. 

A cabinet refacing is one of the easiest ways to upgrade a home kitchen without having to commit to an entire remodel. Instead of ripping out cabinets, the Expo Home Improvement team will replace doors, drawer fronts, and hardware, while reinforcing the existing structure. A refacing will leave an outdated kitchen looking brand-new in significantly less time than a full remodel.

“We have been in the business of transforming lives through home renovations for nearly two decades,” said Paul Dietzler, CEO of Expo Home Improvement. “This special sweepstakes showcases our team's commitment to providing top-tier service and gives one lucky homeowner a chance to experience a life-changing renovation at no cost to them.”

The winner of the sweepstakes will be chosen by a random drawing after the entry window closes and will be notified by the Expo Home team if selected.

Think your kitchen can be crowned the ugliest in Texas? Enter today by visiting Expo Home Improvement Sweepstake’s page. May 4th is the last day to enter. 

Expo Home Improvement is a privately held company headquartered in Farmers Branch, Texas. With a focus on bath and shower remodels, door and window replacements, and kitchen cabinet refacing, Expo Home Improvement is committed to helping Texans create beautiful, safe, and energy-efficient homes.

Serving Dallas-Fort Worth, Central Texas, San Antonio, and Houston, Expo Home goes above and beyond to provide exceptional service that will help a homeowner enhance their home. The company offers Veterans, senior citizens, public servants, and first responders discounts on all products they offer as an opportunity to serve those who serve others. For more information about Expo Home Improvement, visit expohomeimprovement.com.

DQ fans in Texas have a delicious reason to celebrate this winter! The Reese's Pieces Cookie Dough Blizzard® Treat, a decadent blend of creamy vanilla soft serve, Reese's Pieces candies, and rich cookie dough pieces, is now available at participating Dairy Queen® locations across Texas. But hurry – this fan-favorite Blizzard Treat is only available through the end of January.

The Reese's Pieces Cookie Dough Blizzard Treat is the perfect combination of sweet, crunchy, and chewy textures, delivering a one-of-a-kind dessert experience. Whether you’re sharing moments with friends, enjoying a family outing, or indulging in a solo treat, this limited-time offering is the ultimate way to make your winter moments even sweeter.

“We’re always looking for ways to surprise and delight our guests with innovative and delicious treats,” said Lou Romanus, CEO of the Texas Dairy Queen Operators’ Council. “The Reese's Pieces Cookie Dough Blizzard Treat is a must-try dessert for the season, and we’re excited to share it with Blizzard fans across the Lone Star State.”

In addition to this limited-time treat, DQ restaurants in Texas offer a wide range of delicious menu items, including classic favorites like the Hunger-Buster® burger, steak fingers, and tacos, all served with the signature Texas hospitality.

Don’t miss out on the Reese's Pieces Cookie Dough Blizzard Treat! Visit your nearest Dairy Queen restaurant in Texas today to enjoy this irresistible winter treat before it’s gone.

For more than 75 years, DQ restaurants in Texas have been friendly, gathering spots where fans enjoy delicious treats and eats and create fond memories. To be the first to learn about Blizzard of the Month flavors, new product news from the Texas Dairy Queen Operators’ Council or find a store location, follow us on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook or visit dqtexas.com.

About Texas Dairy Queen Operators’ Council 
There are few brands as iconic as the DQ brand. Innovative DQ treats and eats, along with the unique DQ restaurant concepts, have positioned DQ restaurants in Texas as a leader in the quick service restaurant industry. The Texas Dairy Queen Operators' Council is a nonprofit organization made up of DQ franchisees operating in Texas. The Council develops the advertising and marketing program for DQ franchisees in Texas and controls the Texas Country Foods menu along with managing supply/distribution for the nearly 600 DQ restaurants in Texas. The DQ restaurants in Texas are franchised by American Dairy Queen Corporation and the DQ franchise system includes approximately 7,000 franchised locations in the United States, Canada, and more than 20 other countries, including the nearly 600 DQ restaurants in Texas. 

WITH THE PEPPERMINT HOT COCOA BLIZZARD TREAT AND THE DQ FROZEN HOT CHOCOLATE 

Here’s a holly, jolly grand finale to 2024, the Peppermint Hot Cocoa Blizzard® Treat. This festive treat for the holiday season is available exclusively as the Blizzard Treat of the Month for December. 

The Peppermint Hot Cocoa Blizzard Treat is a merry blend of DQ signature world-famous soft serve, real peppermint candy cane pieces, chocolate chunks and cocoa fudge and then garnished with whipped topping and candy cane sprinkles. Every spoonful delivers a cozy, creamy burst of holiday flavor guaranteed to make the season bright.

"Texans love their Blizzard Treats, and the Peppermint Hot Cocoa Blizzard is a fan favorite during the holidays," said Lou Romanus, CEO of the Texas Dairy Queen Operators’ Council. "It's the perfect way to add a little sweetness to your celebrations."

Available at participating DQ locations throughout Texas, the Peppermint Hot Cocoa Blizzard Treat is available through January 6. 

Another delicious treat is the Frozen Hot Chocolate which will be available through February 24. This delicious drink blends hot cocoa fudge with the DQ world-famous vanilla soft serve and the signature Misty® Slush, garnished with a whipped topping and a chocolaty drizzle. 

Whether you're celebrating the season with friends, picking up dessert for a family gathering, or simply treating yourself, the Peppermint Hot Cocoa Blizzard Treat and Frozen Hot Chocolate are holiday must-haves.

To be the first to learn about Blizzard of the Month flavors, new product news from the Texas Dairy Queen Operators’ Council or find a store location, follow us on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook or visit dqtexas.com.

About Texas Dairy Queen Operators’ Council 
There are few brands as iconic as the DQ brand. Innovative DQ treats and eats, along with the unique DQ restaurant concepts, have positioned DQ restaurants in Texas as a leader in the quick service restaurant industry. The Texas Dairy Queen Operators' Council is a nonprofit organization made up of DQ franchisees operating in Texas. The Council develops the advertising and marketing program for DQ franchisees in Texas and controls the Texas Country Foods menu along with managing supply/distribution for the nearly 600 DQ restaurants in Texas. The DQ restaurants in Texas are franchised by American Dairy Queen Corporation and the DQ franchise system includes approximately 7,000 franchised locations in the United States, Canada, and more than 20 other countries, including the nearly 600 DQ restaurants in Texas. 

“SPOONS FOR SMILES” BENEFITING CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS® RETURNS TO DQ RESTAURANTS IN TEXAS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 

Dallas Restaurants to Support Children’s Health and Fort Worth Restaurants to Support Cook Children’s Medical Center

DQ® restaurants in Texas are spreading smiles through a special initiative for Texas kids benefiting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Spoons for Smiles is set for Saturday, October 19 at participating DQ restaurants in Texas and participation is easy. 

Fans simply order a Blizzard® Treat of any size at their favorite DQ restaurant in Dallas or Fort Worth and $1 will be donated by Texas Dairy Queen Operators’ Council to the local member children’s hospital for each Blizzard Treat purchased with up to $50,000 donated.

"Spoons for Smiles is more than just an event—it's a way to make a lasting impact on the lives of Texas children,” Lou Romanus, CEO of Texas Dairy Queen Operators' Council. “By supporting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, we’re helping to ensure that kids across Texas receive the care they need. It’s an honor to be part of a community effort that brings joy and hope to so many families."

The DQ Fall Blizzard Treat menu is available at participating locations for a limited time and includes the Pumpkin Pie Blizzard Treat; French Silk Pie Blizzard Treat; NEW! Caramel Java Chip Blizzard Treat; OREO® Fudge Brownie Blizzard Treat; REESE’S PIECES® Cookie Dough Blizzard Treat; and the Royal NY Cheesecake Blizzard Treat. 

Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals in Texas include:

-       Hendrick Children’s Hospital (Abilene – Sweetwater)

-       Dell Children’s Medical Center (Austin)

-       Harrington Cancer and Health Foundation (Amarillo)

-       CHRISTUS Southeast Texas Jasper Memorial (Beaumont-Port Arthur)

-       Driscoll Children's Hospital (Corpus Christi)

-       Children's Health (Dallas)

-       El Paso Children's Hospital Foundation (El Paso)

-       Cook Children's Medical Center (Fort Worth)

-       Texas Children's Hospital (Houston)

-       UMC Children's Hospital (Lubbock)

-       Medical Center Health System Foundation (Odessa-Midland)

-       Shannon Medical Center (San Angelo) 

-       CHRISTUS Children's (San Antonio)

-       CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System (Tyler-Longview)

-       Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center (Waco-Temple-Bryan)

-       United Regional Health Care System (Wichita Falls)

Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals serve kids and their families across Texas including Nolan and his family who turned to CHRISTUS Children’s in San Antonio when Nolan’s mom noticed something strange in his eye during playtime. By the end of the week, Nolan was diagnosed with retinoblastoma, a form of cancer that develops in the retina. To remove the tumor in its entirety, Nolan’s left eye was surgically removed and immediately following the surgery, an orbital implant was placed to keep Nolan’s eye muscles in shape while he healed. Eight weeks after surgery, Nolan was fitted for a prosthetic eye, his “superhero eye”, as he likes to call it.

Today, Nolan loves reading and hanging out with his little brother. He enjoys playing baseball, doing karate and is still partial to superheroes. Although Nolan is cancer-free, he enjoys going to his six-month check-ups at the “big hospital” and seeing his friends in the Child Life Zone.

For more than 75 years, Texans have been drawn to DQ restaurants for the delicious frozen treats and the unique, Texas-centric food menu featuring food items that can’t be enjoyed anywhere outside of Texas. There’s the Dude® CLASSIC Chick’n Fried Steak Sandwich and the Hungr-Buster, the BeltBuster® with two quarter-pound patties, and the truly awesome Triple-Buster®. 

About Texas Dairy Queen Operators’ Council 
There are few brands as iconic as the DQ brand. Innovative DQ treats and eats, along with the unique DQ restaurant concepts, have positioned DQ restaurants in Texas as a leader in the quick service restaurant industry. The Texas Dairy Queen Operators' Council is a nonprofit organization made up of DQ franchisees operating in Texas. The Council develops the advertising and marketing program for DQ franchisees in Texas and controls the Texas Country Foods menu along with managing supply/distribution for the nearly 600 DQ restaurants in Texas. The DQ restaurants in Texas are franchised by American Dairy Queen Corporation and the DQ franchise system includes approximately 7,000 franchised locations in the United States, Canada, and more than 20 other countries, including the nearly 600 DQ restaurants in Texas. 

For more information about the Texas Dairy Queen Operators’ Council, visit dqtexas.com or follow us on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.

About Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals was founded more than 40 years ago with the vision to Change Kids’ Health, Change the Future. The organization has raised over $8.5 billion for 170 children’s hospitals by empowering and engaging with local communities and businesses. All donations benefit local member hospitals to fund what’s needed most, like critical life-saving treatments and healthcare services, innovative research, vital pediatric medical equipment, child life services that put kids’ and families’ minds at ease during difficult hospital stays, and financial assistance for families who could not otherwise afford these health services. 

Together, we can change kids’ health. Together, we can change the future. To learn about Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and your local member children’s hospital, visit cmnhospitals.org.

Event Benefits The Children's Tumor Foundation and Children's Advocacy Center

Porsche afficionados had a rare treat recently when Park Place Porsche Dallas hosted a Porsche Exclusive event featuring artist Costa Christ’s fine art photography printed on vintage Porsche hoods. Costa Christ is a Porsche Dallas client and his magnificent black Porsche 911 Carrera 4S was also on display alongside his art.

Costa Christ’s artworks included classic and modern Porsches in front of everyday locations such as a convenience store and McDonald’s and In-N-Out Burger restaurants. He also showcased Porsches in front of iconic Dallas landmarks like Campisi’s Restaurant. Guests even had the opportunity to commission custom artwork by Costa Christ with sales benefitting The Children’s Tumor Foundation and Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center.

The event featured exquisite cuisine and fabulous cocktails from Thompson Dallas Chef Jeramie Robison and his team who created a delicious charcuterie bar with crudites, pickles, olives, shaved broccoli slaw, tabbouleh, grilled garlic-herb pita, lavash, hummus, baba ganoush, and tzatziki ranch. An ice sculpture seafood display offered poached shrimp and crab claws, with ceviche sauces: remoulade, cocktail sauce and mignonette. On the service drive, guests enjoyed a Yakitori grill cooked up cumin-chile lamb lollipops, Zatar filet tips and Harissa chicken.

Meanwhile, the dessert station offered an array of sweet delights including Pomelo Rosemary Shortbread Sandwich Cookies, Chocolate Pot de Crème, and Pistachio, Mango and White Chocolate Macaroons. Guests also enjoyed custom Socorro margaritas and sampled Soledad Tequila.

Porsche Dallas gifted each guest with a leather mousepad embossed on-site with the iconic Porsche logo and a swag bag with Porsche and Costa Christ branded items.

Porsche Dallas is the only Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur in North Texas which allows for unlimited personalization options for clients to build a Porsche that is unique to the owner.

Park Place Dealerships was founded in 1987 and has been engaged in the community through its support of the arts, medical research, children’s advocacy, and education. Park Place employs more than 1,400 members and operates nine full-service dealerships representing luxury brands including Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Volvo, Land Rover, Acura, and Sprinter Vans. Park Place BodyWerks Collision Centers in Fort Worth, Dallas, and Plano and the Park Place Auto Auction, round out the company’s offerings. For more information, visit parkplace.com.