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Maestro Héctor Guzmán has conducted Plano Symphony Orchestra for nearly half a century

North Texas Foster Care Collaborative Helps to Spread Awareness about Child Abuse

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Top Stories: ➊ – Relief is coming to one of the most congested commutes in North Texas (Tuesday), ➋ – TxDOT to break ground on Spur 399 project in McKinney, part of 380 corridor work (Tuesday), ➌ – Plano commission OKs housing projects at Haggard Farms site (Wednesday), ➍ – Casa Mama's south Plano location to close for relocation (Tuesday), ➎ – Media reports raise questions about New York Times reporting on Dickey’s Barbecue: “Our Franchisees, Our Legacy Deserve Better” (Thursday)

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American Airlines, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport announce construction additions to new...

Community Impact (Plano) 5/1 10:51A cthorn@communityimpact.com (Cody

DFW Airport officials gave updates on the airport's construction progress, revealing cost will be $4 billion.

Expert heart care, now even closer: Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital – Denton expands...

Community Impact (Plano) 5/1 9:00A

“Last year, we performed nearly 500 heart surgeries and over 1,000 diagnostic and interventional procedures,” Dr. Gray said. “That volume speaks to both the demand for expert...

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center—Centennial provides quality care to pregnant women for both...

Community Impact (Plano) 5/1 6:00A

“We are proud to offer this dedicated patient care area for our expectant mothers who are in need of immediate care,” said Paul Meggs, OB-GYN and Medical Director of Women’s...

What Plano voters need to know for election day on May 3

Community Impact (Plano) 4/30 7:00P mcrouchley@communityimpact.com (

Election day is May 3 for Plano voters with multiple City Council and school board elections on the ballot—here’s what you need to know.

Texas House unanimously approves overhaul of how schools, law enforcement prepare for mass...

Community Impact (Plano) 4/29 7:40A hnorton@communityimpact.com (Han

House Bill 33, by former Uvalde mayor and freshman state Rep. Don McLaughlin, would direct school districts and law enforcement to meet annually to plan their response to...

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Measles jumps borders in North America with outbreaks in Canada, Mexico and U.S.

Spectrum Local News Health 5/1 2:29A Associated Press

North America’s three biggest measles outbreaks continue to balloon, with more than 2,500 known cases.

6 Essential Tips to Planning the Interiors for Your New Build

IBB Design 4/30 11:50P IBB AT Home

Congratulations on building your new home! This milestone is both thrilling and full of possibilities. But once the excitement settles, you may find yourself wondering, The...

Maestro Héctor Guzmán has conducted Plano Symphony Orchestra for nearly half a century

PlanoMagazine.com 4/30 7:33P Alyssa High

By t he time Héctor Guzmán steps down from his position as music director of the Plano Symphony Orchestra at the end of the 2026-2027 season, he will have led the ensemble for more than four decades....

Houston, Dallas rank among worst in U.S. for ozone pollution, air quality report reveals

Spectrum Local News Health 4/30 6:15A Christine Sanchez

Almost half of the U.S. population lives with “unhealthy” levels of harmful air pollution, a report from the American Lung Association reveals.

Things to do this May

PlanoMagazine.com 4/29 8:27A Alyssa High

Featured image: Tim Brown Annual Golf Classic, May 12 MAY 2 DOUG BENSON (21+) THURSDAY, 8 P.M., MIC DROP COMEDY PLANO, 7301 LONESTAR DRIVE, $31.50 The high court and podcast star Doug Benson comes to...

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Release of long-delayed 2023 TEA school ratings shows declines for major North Texas ISDs

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 4/24 5:25A Lacey Beasley

The Texas Education Agency released 2023 A-F performance ratings for individual public schools and districts Thursday. The release comes after the TEA prevailed in a...

Plano ISD Students Named 2025 Corporate-Sponsored Merit Scholarship Winners

Plano ISD 4/23 5:57A

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Soulman’s Bar-B-Que Fires Up the Flavor for National Bar-B-Que Month

Restaurant News 5/1 1:49A RestaurantNews.com

Celebrating a Time-Honored Texas Tradition with Bold Flavors and Southern Flair Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) As the aroma of smoked meat begins to fill the Texas air,...

Celebrate Mother’s Day in Style at Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk

Crave DFW 4/30 6:51A Steven Doyle

With Mother’s Day on the horizon, Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk invites you to honor the remarkable women in your life with a day designed around indulgence, relaxation, and unforgettable moments....

Written by the Seasons is Fresh and Fantastic

Crave DFW 4/30 6:25A Steven Doyle

Set in the walkable heart of Bishop Arts, Written by the Seasons is an American bistro that brings spontaneous flavor, color, and a sense of belonging to the dinner table. With its easygoing...

The Best Dishes Eater Dallas Ate in April

Eater Dallas 4/30 3:21A Courtney E. Smith

Courtney E. Smith On our radar this month are the silky hummus at Be Home Soon, the crispy tostadas at Coco’s Fire and Ice, and more The amount of excellent food available in Dallas is dizzying, yet...

The Biggest Dallas Restaurant News This Month, April 2025

Eater Dallas 4/30 3:11A Courtney E. Smith

Terrazza di Triozzi opened on Lower Greenville just in time for one of the best patio weather seasons DFW has seen in years. | Terrazza di Triozzi The TL;DR of Dallas food and dining news this April,...

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THOUGHTFUL GIFT IDEAS FOR MOTHER’S DAY

The Middle Page 4/27 3:49A Cathy Williamson

Celebrating Mother s Day: Thoughtful Gift Ideas for all of the mamas Hello, ladies! I hope you all have had a great weekend. I hosted my mom s 85th birthday dinner at our home on Friday night. It was...

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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,...

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The Platform Winning Over Real Estate: Meet Tether RE”

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 4/29 8:28A bri@ccar.net

The Platform Winning Over Real Estate: Meet Tether RE” In our latest Welcome to the Top podcast, we sit down with Vanessa Martin, Co-Founder of Tether RE, to explore how...

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...

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Cowboys rookie Tyler Booker reveals surprising Steelers connection

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 5/1 11:50A Steelers Wire

Cowboys 2025 first-round pick Tyler Booker admits he once disliked Dallas — thanks to his unexpected Steelers fandom.

New Dallas Cowboys running back pulls up to The Star for rookie minicamp

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 5/1 11:10A Dallas Cowboys On SI

It s an exciting time for Dallas Cowboys Nation after an offseason that appears to confirm the team is ready to bounce back with a new identity after revamping the roster and...

Cowboys land CeeDee counterpart in ESPN's 2026 mock draft

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 5/1 11:05A Cowboys Wire

Dallas could finally land its WR2 of the future with Ja’Kobi Lane in next year’s draft.

Cowboys decline 5th-year option on CB acquired from Bills

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 5/1 10:27A ClutchPoints | Dallas Cowboys Ne

The Dallas Cowboys added experience and a former NFL Draft first rounder this offseason. The franchise made their contract decision with newcomer Kaiir Elam Thursday. ESPN NFL...

Cowboys add more potential to draft class with undrafted free agent signees

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 5/1 10:14A wfaa.com

The NFL draft brought nine new Dallas Cowboys, but that wasn t the only group of players that the team acquired last weekend. The Cowboys also brought in nine more prospects...

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How to Make Avocado Deviled Eggs

Cooking Chew 6/23 7:20P Renee Groskreutz

With ripe avocado, avocado mayo, and just a handful of pantry seasonings, you'll add an extra flavor and richness to this potluck classic! The post How to Make Avocado Deviled...

Cowboy Hamburger Sliders

Joyful Healthy Eats 6/22 11:00P Krista

These Cowboy Hamburger Sliders are topped with creamy avocado, balsamic caramelized onions, and crispy bacon. You couldn t pack more flavor into one bite! They re a must make this summer! Say howdy...

Conservation Work on Farms and Ranches Could Take a Hit as USDA Cuts Staff

Civil Eats 6/22 10:00P Lisa Held

In the spring of 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) officially offered Gretchen Troutman, 49, a job as a natural resource specialist. Elated, she packed up her...

Blackberry Cobbler

Love and Lemons 6/22 4:47A Jeanine Donofrio

This blackberry cobbler recipe is easy and delicious. Juicy, tangy blackberries meld into a golden batter that s soft and moist in the middle and crisp around the edges....

Macros vs. Micros: Complete Nutrition Guide

Fit Men Cook 6/20 3:49A Kevin Curry

To fuel your body, you have to know exactly what you’re really feeding it. That means looking beyond just the calorie counts and taking a closer look at the nutrient breakdown...