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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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Top Stories: ➊ – Gloria’s Latin Cuisine set to relocate from Frisco to Plano (Wednesday), ➋ – Plano ISD anticipates $27.5M shortfall in 2025-26 school year budget (Wednesday), ➌ – Plano to host town hall on $647 million in bond proposals (Wednesday), ➍ – Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis addresses fair trial concerns in Frisco ISD stabbing case (Thursday), ➎ – Federal government ends $63.9M grant for Texas high-speed rail project connecting Dallas, Houston (Tuesday)

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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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Easy Home Decor Updates

Tanya Foster 4/3 8:14A Tanya Foster

Do you ever wonder if your house needs a little refresh? The answer is YES and this is the perfect time to focus on some home decor updates. Today I want to share a few home pieces and some tips on...

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...

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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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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...

Charleston Taylor to Open in Johnson City

Texas Wine Lover 4/3 4:35A Jeff Cope

Press Release Set to soft open on April 11, Charleston Taylor winery is more than just a brand, it’s a generational experience. Named for the owners children, the winery is...

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...

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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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Dallas Cowboys sneakiest 2025 NFL free agency signing

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 4/3 12:04P ClutchPoints | Dallas Cowboys Ne

The Dallas Cowboys go into every season with the hope of winning the NFC East title and making a long run in the playoffs. The Cowboys won the NFC East crown in 2023 and while...

2025 NFL schedule: Home and away matchups for all 32 teams

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 4/3 12:00P Yahoo Sports

While the official dates and times for the 2025 NFL season won’t be released until later this spring, we do know who your favorite team will be playing and where.

Crazy Prescott-to-Browns trade rumor gets doubled down on.. could the Cowboys even do it?

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 4/3 11:15A Cowboys Wire

The lull between free agency and the draft is apparently too much for some to bear without losing their minds.

Sebastian Walcott wants to entertain. He may become baseball's top prospect in the process

Texas Rangers on Yahoo! Sports 4/3 8:05A Dallas News

The get-in price for Friday s season-opener at RoughRiders field is $11 plus tax. It s $37, according to the team website, if you splurge for a seat directly behind home plate...

Cowboys predicted to pass up on crucial need to draft Shemar Stewart

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 4/3 7:41A

The Dallas Cowboys have plenty of needs to address in the upcoming NFL Draft. The Cowboys are likely not going to see Ashton Jeanty available when they are on the clock at...

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Crab Eggs Benedict

Life at the Table 4/15 3:46A Chef Sandra Lewis

Crab Eggs Benedict: A Coastal Twist on a Brunch Icon What do you get when a New York classic takes a seaside vacation? You get crab eggs Benedict—brunch elegance with a...

Hollandaise Sauce

Life at the Table 4/15 3:21A Chef Sandra Lewis

Meet Hollandaise the Queen of Brunch Sauces In the court of sauces, which one wears the brunch crown? There’s one sauce that reigns supreme at the brunch table, and her name...

Dickey’s Rancher’s Premium Expands in Walmart with 11% Increase in Store Count

Restaurant News 4/15 3:11A RestaurantNews.com

Crafted in Texas, Loved Nationwide: Premium Smokehouse Sausages Continue to Heat Up the Meat Aisle Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is proud to...

Poppy Seed Dressing

Love and Lemons 4/15 2:47A Jeanine Donofrio

I can already tell that this poppy seed dressing is going to be the star of my spring and summer salad dressing rotation. It s lightly creamy, sweet, and tangy, perfect for...

Tomato Bruschetta

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/13 11:00P Krista

Tomato bruschetta is the quintessential summer appetizer! We keep it simple with sweet, ripe tomatoes, garlic-infused oil, and fresh basil, all layered onto crusty bread and drizzled with an...