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Grant Halliburton Foundation Raises $300,000 at 16th Annual Beacon of Hope Luncheon

Allen police celebrate milestone in youth boxing program

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Plano commission OKs plan to convert Legacy West roadway into outdoor stage

Community Impact (Plano) 4/2 5:47A mcrouchley@communityimpact.com (

Water Street within Legacy West is set to become a new outdoor stage, pending approval from Plano City Council.

Video shows Plano ISD teacher allegedly abusing student with disability; police investigating

CBS Dallas-Ft.Worth 4/2 4:57A Erin Jones

A Plano Independent School District family believes their daughter, who has a disability, was physically abused by a high school teacher. Police are investigating. Lestia...

Garages of America adds more luxury car condos in affluent suburb

Dallas Business Journal 4/2 1:31A Aayush Gupta

Responding to increasing demand for luxury storage space, Garages of America has expanded its footprint in Collin County. Unlike traditional storage rentals, the company...

Scratch Golf Club to offer simulated courses, lessons in Plano

Community Impact (Plano) 4/1 7:00P dbutler@communityimpact.com (Dus

Scratch Golf Club is coming soon to Plano, a company representative said.

Texas Senate bill would overhaul how agencies prepare for, respond to wildfires

Community Impact (Plano) 4/1 5:58A hnorton@communityimpact.com (Han

Senate Bill 34 would create a statewide database of firefighting equipment, increase funding for volunteer fire departments and streamline communication among first...

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Grant Halliburton Foundation Raises $300,000 at 16th Annual Beacon of Hope Luncheon

Plano BubbleLife iReporter 4/2 8:06A Juliette DC

Grant Halliburton Foundation hosted its 16th annual Beacon of Hope Community Luncheon on March 25 at the Omni Dallas Hotel. Nearly 600 guests gathered in support of the Foundations mission, helping to...

III Forks to Open New Flagship Location in Addison's Village on the Parkway on Tuesday, April 8

Plano BubbleLife iReporter 4/2 7:14A Kelly Hunter

III Forks is working to reinvent the steakhouse, and the new iteration of the brand will debut in Addisons Village on the Parkway when the restaurants new flagship location opens on Tuesday, April 8,...

BOOK REVIEW: WHEN THE ACTOR INSPIRED CHAOS AND BLODDSHED by Nicholas Litchfield

Plano BubbleLife iReporter 4/2 3:00A KAREN SIDDALL

When the Actor Inspired Chaos and Bloodshed by Nicholas Litchfield The riveting tale of an actor unwittingly drawn into an obsessed directors dangerous vision for an action/adventure cult film. ...

5 Bible Verses I Keep Coming Back to When I Need Encouragement

Brighton The Day 4/2 6:34A Brighton

A while back, I shared these Bible verses on stories—and so many of you screenshotted them that I knew I needed to elaborate. These are the verses I return to again and again when I need the reminder...

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

Plano BubbleLife iReporter 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...

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Superintendent Dr. Theresa Williams Honored with Richardson Chamber of Commerce Chairman’s Award

Plano ISD 3/28 8:41A

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Y Knot Vineyard Grower Profile

Texas Wine Lover 4/2 9:13A Laurinda Thomas

With the looming threat of water shortages in the Texas High Plains, many row crop farmers are shifting to also growing grapes, since grapes require less water. In this...

Here Are the Dallas 2025 James Beard Award Finalists

Eater Dallas 4/2 7:05A Courtney E. Smith

Illustration by Lillie Allen Leading the pack is a major award for Chad Houser of Cafe Momentum The James Beard Awards, often referred to as “the Oscars of food,” are among the most prestigious awards...

5 Things You Need to Know about Wines in Texas

Texas Wine Lover 4/2 6:20A Gus Hall

Texas is one of the most attractive parts of the world to taste wines and have the best time. With its century-long history of winemaking, a rich selection of wines, and excellent service, the area...

5 Budget Places to Travel for Wine

Texas Wine Lover 4/2 6:19A Gus Hall

Taking wine trips is considered luxury entertainment. Logically, it is associated with high cost and inaccessibility for trips on a limited budget. Yet, this is not...

Dallas Tex-Mex Restaurant Puts Sydney Sweeney, Glen Powell, and John Stamos Dishes on the Menu for...

Eater Dallas 4/2 4:29A Courtney E. Smith

Glen Powell ordered the Golden Tacos at Joe Leo Fine Tex Mex, and now they’re named after him. | Joe Leo Fine Tex Mex Now, you can not only find out what the celebs ordered at Joe Leo Fine Tex Mex,...

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WHY FRINGE IS A MUST-HAVE TREND FOR SPRING

The Middle Page 4/2 3:49A Cathy Williamson

WHY FRINGE IS A MUST-HAVE TREND FOR SPRING Hello ladies! Are you in full Spring fever mode? I am so excited about Spring. However, it s been super rainy this month and already pretty darn warm. That s...

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...

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CCAR and MetroTex Approve Plan of Merger

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 3/31 4:12A bri@ccar.net

CCAR and MetroTex Approve Plan of Merger On March 27, 2025, the CCAR and MetroTex Board of Directors voted to approve a Plan of Merger. This vote allows both associations to participate in a due...

Announcing CCAR TRLP Class XVII

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 3/24 4:42A anaidacarmona

Announcing CCAR TRLP Class XVII Please join us in congratulating these Collin County Area REALTORS® and area association participants on their acceptance into the 2025 Texas REALTORS® Leadership...

Understanding How Rising Insurance Costs Impact Home Affordability in Collin County

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 3/24 4:31A bri@ccar.net

Understanding How Rising Insurance Costs Impact Home Affordability in Collin County In real estate, affordability is a top priority for buyers. Recently, however, one factor...

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Saints have a heavy presence at Carson Schwesinger's NFL draft pro day

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 4/2 8:46A Saints Wire

The New Orleans Saints had a heavy presence at Carson Schwesigner s pro day. The UCLA linebacker is one of the 2025 draft s most athletic defenders.

Cowboys once again linked to Super Bowl champ, former NFL receiving leader

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 4/2 8:25A Dallas Cowboys On SI

The Dallas Cowboys are no stranger to big moves, and they could look to make another this offseason. CBS Sports Cody Benjamin suggests that the Cowboys could be a potential...

Cowboys rumors: Insider shoots down 'dubious' Tetairoa McMillan skeptics

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 4/2 8:16A ClutchPoints | Dallas Cowboys Ne

The Dallas Cowboys are at an interesting spot in the 2025 NFL Draft. Luckily for them though, Arizona football wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan might be available. Although he...

Cowboys add multiple offensive playmakers in new mock draft

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 4/2 7:21A Draft Wire

Jihaad Campbell highlights Cowboys mock draft update

Chiefs smart to become NFL's annual Christmas team, like Lions and Cowboys on Thanksgiving

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 4/2 7:21A Yahoo Sports

The Chiefs are making an important move for their brand.

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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...

Comment: NSAC Calls for Comprehensive Farm Bill, Addresses Likely Long-Term Cuts to Farm and Food...

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 4/3 5:36A Laura Zaks

For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks, National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition Email: press@sustainableagriculture.net Comment: NSAC Calls for Comprehensive Farm Bill,...