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SERVPRO Team Shaw Bolsters Growth with Two Major Acquisitions in 2025

North Texas father breaks silence as he awaits execution of daughter's killer: "I don't forgive him...

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Top Stories: ➊ – New Chipotle will feature drive-thru window in Plano (Wednesday), ➋ – Barnes & Noble to close Plano bookstore (Thursday), ➌ – Father’s Day roundup: Check out 9 events to attend in the Dallas-Fort Worth area (Thursday), ➍ – Woman with measles visited Plano church, coffee shop; 1st case confirmed in Dallas (Thursday), ➎ – First case of measles reported in Dallas County, health officials say (Thursday)

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First known DFW-area child measles case reported in Collin County middle school student

CBS Dallas-Ft.Worth 4/23 7:09A Julia Falcon

A child in Collin County has been diagnosed with measles, health officials said on Wednesday. It's the county's first reported case. Collin County Health Care Services...

North Texas father breaks silence as he awaits execution of daughter's killer: "I don't forgive him...

CBS Dallas-Ft.Worth 4/23 3:48A Marvin Hurst

Mark O'Neil has a son and a daughter. His son is still alive. But O'Neil visits his daughter, Rachelle O'Neil Tolleson, at the cemetery. He said he's been waiting more than 20 years to visit her grave...

Texans urged to prepare for disasters with tax-free emergency supplies, April 26-28

Community Impact (Plano) 4/22 9:08A

Certain emergency preparation supplies can be purchased tax-free in Texas from April 26-28.

Plano Police HQ, fire station, road construction part of record $647 million bond election

Community Impact (Plano) 4/21 7:00P mcrouchley@communityimpact.com (

A $155 million new Plano Police Department headquarters, Proposition B, is the largest single project featured in the May 3 bond referendum, which is $647 million total.

Reformed Pilates offers group classes in Plano

Community Impact (Plano) 4/21 7:00P mcrouchley@communityimpact.com (

The studio at the corner of Preston Towne Crossing offers a variety of 50-minute group Pilates classes.

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SERVPRO Team Shaw Bolsters Growth with Two Major Acquisitions in 2025

Plano BubbleLife iReporter 4/23 4:48A Jennifer Halstead

SERVPRO Team Shaw Expands Again in 2025 SERVPRO Team Shaw , one of the largest franchises in the country, continues to make waves in the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market under the leadership of...

First confirmed case of measles in Dallas-Fort Worth child, health officials say

Spectrum Local News Health 4/23 9:48A Kaila Garrett

There has been a confirmed case of the measles involving a student at Willow Spring Middle School, according to Collin County Health Care Services.

Southlake Tennis Center Celebrates 25 Years of Serving the Community with May 10 Anniversary Event

Plano BubbleLife iReporter 4/22 8:28A Marlea Maschmeyer

Southlake Tennis Center (STC) , a beloved fixture in the Southlake community and one of the premier public tennis facilities in the country, is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a fun-filled day...

Feel All of the Action! High-Tech Immersive D-BOX Seating Available @ Galaxy Theatres Grandscape

Plano BubbleLife iReporter 4/22 4:29A Culver Public Relations

Galaxy Theatres Grandscape is now offering an unforgettable experience with its exclusive D-BOX motion seats installed just in time for summer blockbuster season. D-BOX is an immersive seating...

Best Things to Do in DFW with Kids This Week (April 22 – 29, 2025)

Plano Family eGuide 4/22 5:21A Family eGuide

Spring is springing in North Texas and so are the events! We ve done the work and rounded up all the best things to do in DFW with kids this week in our latest issue. Flip...

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Plano ISD Students Named 2025 Corporate-Sponsored Merit Scholarship Winners

Plano ISD 4/23 5:57A

April 23, 2025

Celebrating the 2025 Plano ISD Athletics Hall of Honor Inductees

Plano ISD 4/17 6:37A

A-F Statement - April 2025

Plano ISD 4/16 6:17A

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Five Days of Cinco? Mexican Sugar Is Bringing the Party

Crave DFW 4/23 6:59A Steven Doyle

Get ready to party, because Mexican Sugar is pulling out all the stops for Cinco de Mayo with a five-day celebration you won’t want to miss. From May 1 through May 5, each day...

The Top Tex-Mex Restaurants in Dallas

Eater Dallas 4/23 5:51A Courtney E. Smith

Doce Mesas | Krista McKay Media Where to find the city’s best fajitas, enchiladas, nachos, and more No matter the time of year, there’s nothing more comforting than a big bowl of queso and a frosty...

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Style at Casa Alma

Crave DFW 4/23 5:35A Steven Doyle

There’s never a bad time for tacos and margaritas, but there’s something about Cinco de Mayo that makes them taste even better—especially when they come with irresistible deals. This May 5, elevate...

Why Texas Deserves a Spot on Every Wine Lover’s Map

Texas Wine Lover 4/23 4:47A Gus Hall

When you hear Texas, you immediately imagine cowboys, endless prairies, herds of bulls, oil rigs, and gas fields. But few people know that behind this rugged image lies...

Dickey’s Barbecue Heats Up Global Markets with Korean Retail Debut

Restaurant News 4/22 11:31A RestaurantNews.com

All-Pork Sausage Ropes Hit International Shelves as Brand Expands Its Smoky Footprint Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) The pit-smoked flavor of Texas is heading overseas as...

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MY FAVORITE SPRING BLAZERS

The Middle Page 4/22 2:16A Cathy Williamson

MY FAVORITE SPRING BLAZERS Hello, ladies! I hope you all had a blessed Easter weekend! After we got back from St. Barts last Monday night, the week was a total blur! I had a lot to catch up on,...

SO??MANY??GOOD DEALS!!!?

The Sister Studio 4/14 3:57A Jennifer Reed

Happy Monday, my friends! I m sitting here with my coffee, thinking about the week ahead. I hope all of you have a wonderful start to the week today, and that this week is a week of new beginnings,...

BETTER LATE THAN NEVER: EASTER DRESSES (THAT WILL WORK ALL SPRING LONG

The Middle Page 4/11 6:00A Cathy Williamson

Yes, I’m that person rolling in fashionably late with Easter dress ideas, but hear me out! If you’re still staring at your closet wondering what to wear for church or brunch this Sunday, I’ve got you...

5 Beauty Must haves: All Amazon!?

The Sister Studio 4/11 4:58A Jennifer Reed

Happy Friday, my friends! We made it to the weekend, wahoo!! I wanted to do something a little different today and sing praises to 5 Beauty Products that I looooove from Amazon . These are all...

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Tether RE’s NEW AND IMPROVED Mileage Tracker is LIVE

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 4/23 5:04A bri@ccar.net

Tether RE s NEW AND IMPROVED Mileage Tracker is LIVE If you attended the Tether RE launch or watched the playback, you heard that Tether RE was getting ready to launch a brand new version of their...

Frisco, Texas Top Attractions & Things to Do

VIP Realty 4/15 11:54A rs@viprealtyinfo.com (VIP Realty

Frisco, Texas Top Attractions & Things to Do If you're looking for a city that perfectly blends suburban comfort with big-city excitement, Frisco, Texas should be at the top...

Community Outreach Update: Turning Knowledge into Power and Housing into Hope

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 4/15 8:38A bri@ccar.net

Community Outreach Update: Turning Knowledge into Power and Housing into Hope Written by Carie Dallman, CCAR Community Outreach Committee Chair It’s been a busy and deeply rewarding month for the...

Together for the Children: A Night of Hope and Healing at Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin...

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 4/15 8:21A bri@ccar.net

Together for the Children: A Night of Hope and Healing at Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County’s Gala On a night filled with purpose, compassion, and community, the Collin County Area REALTORS®...

More Homes, More Choices: Collin County Housing Market Gains Inventory in March

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 4/15 3:53A bri@ccar.net

More Homes, More Choices: Collin County Housing Market Gains Inventory in March CCAR reports a surge in new listings during March 2025 gave homebuyers significantly more options, signaling a shift...

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Mavericks rumors: What Jason Kidd really felt about Luka Doncic trade amid 'frustrations'

Dallas Mavericks News Yahoo! Sports 4/23 11:54A ClutchPoints | Dallas Mavericks

New reporting has shed light on Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd s internal reaction to the team s blockbuster decision to trade Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in...

Mavericks rumors: Nico Harrison won't be fired, but there's a catch

Dallas Mavericks News Yahoo! Sports 4/23 10:27A ClutchPoints | Dallas Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks are still recovering from the Luka Doncic trade, and there s no telling when everybody will truly get over the move. General manager Nico Harrison has...

Kyrie Irving fans will love Paige Bueckers' 'favorite' admission

Dallas Mavericks News Yahoo! Sports 4/23 9:51A ClutchPoints | Dallas Mavericks

The Dallas Wings held their introductory press conference for recently drafted players Paige Bueckers, Aziaha James, Madison Scott, JJ Quinerly and Aaronette Vonleh on...

Cowboys' projected draft plan is great news for the Broncos

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 4/23 7:30A Broncos Wire

The Cowboys are not expected to pick a running back at No. 12, which is great news for the Broncos.

Cowboys land unexpected potential star in wild NFL draft prediction

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 4/23 7:26A Dallas Cowboys On SI

Following a 7-10 campaign, the Dallas Cowboys have the No. 12 pick in the 2025 NFL draft. Not everyone believes this is the way the draft will go for Dallas, however. For...

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Light & Easy Crockpot Summer Vegetable Soup

Cooking Chew 6/17 9:27A Andi Reis

This slow-cooker vegetable soup is proof that summer meals can be effortless and full of flavor. Just toss, simmer, and serve. The post Light & Easy Crockpot Summer Vegetable...

Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Love and Lemons 6/17 3:42A Jeanine Donofrio

This double chocolate zucchini bread is moist, fudgy, and delicious. In the summertime, it s my favorite way to satisfy a chocolate craving. It tastes just as decadent as a...

Yum! Brands Appoints Chris Turner as Chief Executive Officer Effective October 1, 2025

Restaurant News 6/17 2:38A RestaurantNews.com

Chris Turner David Gibbs will serve as an adviser to Yum! Brands until the end of 2026 Louisville, KY ( RestaurantNews.com ) Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) today announced...

Homemade Basil Pesto

Joyful Healthy Eats 6/16 11:00P Krista

This Homemade Basil Pesto recipe is made with pecans instead of pine nuts to give it some extra body, but it s got the same great herby flavor that makes pesto so vibrant and delicious! I could...

Tom Collins Cocktail

Love and Lemons 6/15 3:39A Jeanine Donofrio

It s probably not surprising that I love a Tom Collins cocktail. This sparkling gin drink is only one step removed from homemade lemonade, after all. Made with gin, fresh...