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Lenten Season Menu Options at Aw Shucks and Big Shucks Oyster Bar

Rodeo Celina Returns to Southfork Ranch May 30 - June 1

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Top Stories: ➊ – Check out these 5 DFW events, April 3-5 (Monday), ➋ – Texas Rangers open investigation into East Plano Islamic Center amid scrutiny (Monday), ➌ – Texas Senate bill would overhaul how agencies prepare for, respond to wildfires (Tuesday), ➍ – Garages of America adds more luxury car condos in affluent suburb (Wednesday), ➎ – Video shows Plano ISD teacher allegedly abusing student with disability; police investigating (Wednesday)

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Patty Lou’s Smashburger to open in Ice House in downtown Plano

Community Impact (Plano) 3/12 7:00P kchaney@communityimpact.com (Kar

Patty Lou’s Smashburger is slated to open in downtown Plano in the space that was formerly Starbucks Plano Icehouse, which closed Sept. 27.

North Texas man sentenced to 15 years in prison after stalking, attacking multiple women

CBS Dallas-Ft.Worth 3/12 6:40A Briauna Brown

A 27-year-old man was sentenced to 15 years in prison following a series of sexual assaults and predatory attacks on women in Collin County, District Attorney Greg Willis...

Enjoy 6 events around DFW for St. Patrick's Day weekend

Community Impact (Plano) 3/11 7:00P hmccullough@communityimpact.com

Check out comedians, shopping at a local farmers market, watching basketball or learning how to mold glass with these six events around Dallas-Fort Worth.

GUIDE: Check out expert tips to decluttering your home, donating items

Community Impact (Plano) 3/11 4:00A hmccullough@communityimpact.com

Check out this guide with tips on decluttering your space and donating items to organizations in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Q&A: Meet the candidates running for Plano ISD Board of Trustees Place 3

Community Impact (Plano) 3/10 7:00P dbutler@communityimpact.com (Dus

Learn more about the candidates running for Plano ISD Board of Trustees Place 3 ahead of the May 3 election.

Related: Q&A: Meet the candidates for Plano City Council Place 4 Community Impact (Plano), Q&A: Meet the candidates in the race for Collin College Board of Trustees Place 4 Community Impact (Plano)

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Spring Capsule Collection

Tanya Foster 3/13 12:00P Tanya Foster

We all have our favorite items in our closet. The items that no matter what, we wear them again and again. These are the must-haves that help you build your wardrobe and create outfits. I have a fall...

Trump administration withdraws nomination of David Weldon for CDC director

Spectrum Local News Health 3/13 4:13A Associated Press

The Senate Health Committee announced Thursday morning that it was canceling a planned hearing on Weldon's nomination because of the withdrawal.

Top U.S. health agency makes $25,000 buyout offer to most of its employees

Spectrum Local News Health 3/9 4:46A Associated Press

The offer is part of President Donald Trump’s government cuts. The workers have until 5 p.m. on Friday to submit a response.

West Texas reports nearly 200 measles cases. New Mexico is up to 30

Spectrum Local News Health 3/7 8:39A Associated Press

Most of the cases across both states are in people younger than 18 and people who are unvaccinated or have an unknown vaccination status.

Texas health officials still unsure of the cause of the measles outbreak

Spectrum Local News Health 3/5 10:00A Kaila Garrett

The number of cases has risen to 159 as of Tuesday, according to the state health commissioner.

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Plano ISD Celebrates Student Growth with Inaugural Powered by Learning Caravan

Plano ISD 3/7 7:01A

March 7, 2025

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The Best Bars in Dallas

Eater Dallas 3/13 5:52A Courtney E. Smith

Cheers it up at Rayo in Fair Park. | Kathy Tran Where to drink, from highbrow to lowbrow and everywhere in between Dallas is blessed with bars for every type of drinker, from those who desire...

Wine & Wildflower Journey Passport 2025 Available Now from Texas Hill Country Wineries

Texas Wine Lover 3/13 12:13A Jeff Cope

Tickets are now on sale for the 2025 Texas Hill Country Wineries’ (THCW s) Wine & Wildflower Journey Passport . The Passport event will take place from March 24th to April...

Patrick Kennedy’s Irish Pub For a Bit of the Irish

Crave DFW 3/12 5:57A Steven Doyle

Patrick Kennedy s Irish Pub , located in downtown Dallas, brings a modern touch to the classic Irish pub experience. It’s the perfect spot for those looking to enjoy a drink or a meal in a more...

Carter Creek Winery Announces Release of Estate Wine Made with New Disease Resistant Vines

Texas Wine Lover 3/12 12:05A Jeff Cope

Adopting a more sustainable, proactive approach to winemaking, Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa has released its first-ever estate wine, the 2023 Estate Red. Crafted from...

The Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings in DFW for Spring and Summer 2025

Eater Dallas 3/11 4:22A Courtney E. Smith

A preview of Frenchie’s, coming to the Park Cities. | Travis Street Hospitality An all-star team join a mysterious spot, plus an all day cafe focused on French fare and a croquette and cocktails bar...

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NEW Spring? + Sales on Sales!?

The Sister Studio 3/10 4:18A Jennifer Reed

Happy Monday my friends! I hope everyone has had a restful weekend and is ready to take on the week ahead! I have a jam packed newsletter today, including our Life in Lilac Spring launch , some really...

THE POWER OF MATCHING SETS: FASHION MADE EASY

The Middle Page 3/4 4:06A Cathy Williamson

THE POWER OF MATCHING SETS: FASHION MADE EASY Hello, ladies, it s finally March! January seemed to last so long, and February was a blink! I, for one, am so glad the days are getting longer and the...

Did Someone Say AMAZON!??

The Sister Studio 3/1 3:27A Jennifer Reed

Happy Friday, y all! I can t believe today is the last day of February January felt like an eternity and this month has just flown by! I rounded up all of my Amazon favorites from the month here for y...

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Top Things to Do in Plano, Texas

VIP Realty 3/11 5:52A rs@viprealtyinfo.com (VIP Realty

Top Things to Do in Plano, Texas Plano, Texas, is a thriving city known for its excellent quality of life, great shopping and dining options, and numerous recreational...

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Jaquan Brisker responds to CeeDee Lamb calling Bears trash

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 3/13 10:00A Bears Wire

Bears safety Jaquan Brisker issued a warning to Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb after he called the team trash.

Cowboys bringing back $30 million WR using 3% of their cap is a no-risk, no brainer move

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 3/13 8:01A Cowboys Wire

If a player is already costing a team, the wise thing to do would be see if he could be useful on the field. Enter Michael Gallup.

Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb gets real on how Mavericks' Luka Doncic trade crushed Dallas

Dallas Mavericks News Yahoo! Sports 3/13 7:30A ClutchPoints | Dallas Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks Luka Doncic trade has crossed multiple barriers, having been referenced unprompted by fellow NBA players, on late-night talk shows, and now, even by one...

Bobby Belt rants on the report that the Cowboys are 'not in the mix right now' for Cooper Kupp

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 3/13 7:25A

The Dallas Cowboys need a No. 2 receiver, but they are not in the mix right now for former Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp after being released by Los Angeles on Wednesday,...

Jason Garrett admits he wanted Michigan State QB over Cowboys' Dak Prescott

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 3/13 7:20A ClutchPoints | Dallas Cowboys Ne

Jason Garrett s time with the Dallas Cowboys had its ups and downs, but at the end of the day, he didn t have much to show for his time there. When it was time to select a...

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Kennedy and Rollins Highlight Healthy School Food After USDA Slashes Funds for Those Efforts

Civil Eats 4/4 10:36A Lisa Held

April 4, 2025 – Yesterday, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited a Virginia elementary school to call...

Grilled Beef Kabobs

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/3 11:00P Krista

These juicy, balsamic beef kabobs are marinated in a sweet-and-savory sauce, grilled till charred perfection with sweet peppers, onions, tomatoes, and mushrooms are the perfect meal. Why You ll Love...

USDA Begins Releasing Frozen REAP Funding

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 4/3 10:14A Laura Zaks

On January 20, 2025, President Trump’s executive order on American energy led to the freezing of projects funded by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), including stopped payments to recipients of the...

77 Pizza Hut Restaurants Transition to New Ownership Following Auction Led by National Franchise...

Restaurant News 4/3 8:36A RestaurantNews.com

Successful auction leads to recovery of nearly $12 million for bankruptcy estate Newport Beach, CA ( RestaurantNews.com ) National Franchise Sales (NFS) is pleased to...

Hollandaise Sauce

Love and Lemons 4/3 7:24A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

Have you ever made homemade hollandaise sauce? I won t judge if you say no. This classic French sauce is an emulsion of egg yolks, melted butter, lemon juice, and cayenne...