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Plano’s fiber artists aim to grow an inclusive community for the medium

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Top Stories: ➊ – Plano cemetery steeped in legacy (Wednesday), ➋ – Permanent memorial at Allen outlet mall honors victims of mass shooting (Monday), ➌ – Gov. Abbott directs TEA to ignore new Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students (Thursday), ➍ – UT Dallas protesters appear before Collin County judge after spending the night in jail (Thursday), ➎ – Median work to address trees underway along parts of Park Boulevard (Thursday)

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No Mother's Day plans yet? Here's some deals and events in Dallas this year

NBC DFW 5/8 9:35A Sara Hummadi

It s almost Mother s Day! On May 12, people across the U.S. will join to celebrate mothers. If you re looking for a spot in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to take Mom to, we ve...

2 Plano roads partially close for construction projects

Community Impact (Plano) 5/8 6:32A cpittman@communityimpact.com (Co

Jupiter Road will have closures through May 16 while Parkwood Boulevard will have separate closures May 16-17 and May 20-21.

ERCOT forecasts high electric demand May 8; no conservation needed

Community Impact (Plano) 5/7 8:06A hnorton@communityimpact.com (Han

Texas’ grid operator issued a “weather watch” ahead of high temperatures May 8, but officials are not asking Texans to conserve energy.

177-unit apartment complex near Plano's Liberty Mutual campus heads to council

Community Impact (Plano) 5/7 5:49A cpittman@communityimpact.com (Co

If built, no more apartments could be constructed in Legacy West without changes to the planned development language.

EoS Fitness to open new gym near Collin Creek

Community Impact (Plano) 5/6 7:00P mcrouchley@communityimpact.com (

EoS Fitness is set to open a new gym near Collin Creek in Plano.

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Family Gateway Is Shifting From A Lunch “Opportunity” To Dancing With “Denim And Diamonds”

My Sweet Charity 5/8 6:31A Jeanne Prejean

Denim and Diamonds with Neal McCoy* Unlike years past, when Family Gateway held its Gateway to Opportunity featuring such speakers as former First Lady Laura Bush , her daughters Jenna Bush Hager and...

Pageants and passions: PISD teacher uses pageantry to promote ASL education

PlanoMagazine.com 5/7 8:37A Krista Fleming

When she was still in high school, Angelica-Jasmine Bates was cleaning out the garage with her dad. There was a box full of trophies she didn’t recognize. She turned to her...

Plano’s fiber artists aim to grow an inclusive community for the medium

PlanoMagazine.com 5/7 7:27A Alyssa High

S ince Christine Miller and Shannon Hardy were “young girls,” fiber arts have always been a hobby. Looking back, both have fond memories of knitting or sewing at recess. “We were hardcore,” Christine...

Each Moment Matter’s Keynoter Christy Cashman To Share Her “Unbridled” Story Of Coping With Loss

My Sweet Charity 5/7 6:30A Jeanne Prejean

Jane Seymour and Christy Cashman have a lot in common. Besides both being actresses, producers and writers, they both understand the process of coping with grief. Jane Seymour (File photo) Christy...

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Village Beach Club Announces Summer Talent Line-Up

Crave DFW 5/8 9:37A Steven Doyle

The Village Beach Club invites Dallasites to make waves this summer as it unveils its new look and exciting lineup of DJs set to turn up the heat at Dallas’ premier poolside destination, featuring ...

Something New at Dive Coastal!

Crave DFW 5/8 8:29A Steven Doyle

This staple seafood destination, Dive Coastal , nestled in Snider Plaza presents a diverse selection of delicious, healthy offerings, ranging from shareable plates to sandwiches to handcrafted drinks,...

Blossoming Mother’s Day Brunch at Sheraton Dallas

Crave DFW 5/8 6:05A Steven Doyle

Sheraton Dallas , is hosting an indulgent Mother’s Day brunch buffet to celebrate the mothers and special women in your life on Sunday, May 12 from 11:00 am until 2:00 pm. Open Palette , located...

Tacodeli Announces 1st Fort Worth Location to Open Fall 2024

Crave DFW 5/8 6:02A Steven Doyle

Tacodeli, the Texas-based, farm-to-taco taqueria is set to open its first Fort Worth location this Fall 2024 at 4500 Hartwood Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76132 in Tanglewood. Known for its...

Cookie Franchise, Half Baked Goodness, Announces Four New Locations for Texas

Restaurant News 5/8 2:22A RestaurantNews.com

The deliciously unique cookie franchise continues to seek new franchisees across the U.S. Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Half Baked Goodness , the cookie franchise known...

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Jen-A-Peño is HERE!!! My Chomps box is LIVE!

The Sister Studio 5/5 5:40A Jennifer Reed

JEN-A-PEÑO IS HERE!!! You guys!!! I cannot even express to y all how excited I am about this! Today is the day, my Chomps limited edition Jen-a-peño box is HERE !!! They gave us their biggest discount...

BREAK OUT THE SUMMER DRESSES // FEATURING JULIA AMORY

The Middle Page 5/4 4:53A Cathy Williamson

BREAK OUT THE SUMMER DRESSES // FEATURING JULIA AMORY Hello, ladies! I hope you have had a fantastic week! Mine has been a whirlwind! I left last Sunday for Scottsdale, Arizona, on a retreat with the...

BEST of AMAZON!??????

The Sister Studio 4/30 1:19A Jennifer Reed

Happy Tuesday, friends!! I loved putting together this newsletter for y all today because this month s Amazon finds were just so, SO good!! I found so many items that are great quality and are...

TEN OF THE BEST SPRING SHIRTS

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

Hi, ladies! I hope you have had a great week! It s been a hectic one for sure around here! I am running a few errands today and packing because I head out tomorrow for a week. I am flying to...

Don’t Miss This!

The Sister Studio 4/25 11:27P Jennifer Reed

You guys, we made it to Friday!! The weekend is HERE, and I am so ready for it! I do feel like this week has flown by between school stuff for the kids, sports, and everything in between, it s been a...

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Feed the City with CCAR’s Community Outreach Committee on June 1

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 5/8 6:35A bri@ccar.net

Feed the City with CCAR s Community Outreach Committee on June 1 CCAR's Community Outreach Committee invites you to help Feed the City. There are four ways to help Feed The City a monthly volunteer...

Six Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Home

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 5/6 5:22A Steve Smith

Are you in the market for a new home? Exciting times lie ahead! However, the journey to homeownership can be fraught with pitfalls if you’re not careful. From overlooking crucial details to making...

Help Clients Navigate Home Insurance

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 4/29 11:08A bri@ccar.net

Help Clients Navigate Home Insurance Listen as Joe Boggs and Barney Schwartz, members of your REALTOR® & Lender Committee, share how you can help your clients navigate and...

Protect Your Investment: Hire a Buyer’s Agent

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 4/29 10:16A Steve Smith

In these challenging times, when making one of your most important financial decisions, it’s more important than ever to align yourself with a trusted real estate agent who can provide the necessary...

Pre-Qualification vs. Pre-Approval

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 4/29 7:15A bri@ccar.net

Pre-Qualification vs. Pre-Approval Watch the latest CCAR REALTOR® & Lender Minute as committee member Jennifer Galvan breaks down the difference between pre-qualification and...

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Thunder dominate, Celtics cruise & concerns about Luka & Brunson | Good Word with Goodwill

Dallas Mavericks News Yahoo! Sports 5/8 9:32A Yahoo Sports

Vincent Goodwill and Tom Haberstroh talk about the Thunder and Celtics taking game 1 of their series and discuss issues with NBA officiating.

Cowboys bring in a WR with family ties for a visit, end comeback of Martavis Bryant

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo! Sports 5/8 9:15A Fort Worth Star-Telegram

Zay Jones was born in Dallas and is the son of Cowboys Super Bowl champion linebacker Robert Jones.

Watching the Stars Has Brought Back Old Wild Memories

Dallas Stars on Yahoo! Sports 5/8 9:09A Hockey Wilderness

Watching the Dallas Stars face off against the Vegas Golden Knights in the playoffs has brought back one of my favorite memories. I will always remember that memory fondly,...

Rangers reacquire switch-hitting OF Robbie Grossman in a trade with the White Sox

Texas Rangers on Yahoo! Sports 5/8 7:50A The Seattle Times

The Texas Rangers reacquired switch-hitting outfielder Robbie Grossman in a trade Wednesday with the Chicago White Sox. Texas sent minor league right-hander Anthony...

MLB, Texas Rangers hiring positions to work All-Star Weekend

Texas Rangers on Yahoo! Sports 5/8 7:22A wfaa.com

Rangers MLB, Texas Rangers hiring positions to work All-Star Weekend The MLB and Texas Rangers are looking to fill approximately 600 part-time roles for the MLB All-Star...

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Pioneer executives get big payday from Exxon Mobil deal

Dallas Business Journal 5/8 9:39A Holden Wilen

Former CEO Scott Sheffield and other executives were in line to receive a total $141.4 million in so-called "golden parachute" payments in connection with the transaction,...

Prime Data Centers eyes Garland for potential site

Dallas Business Journal 5/8 9:30A Plamedie Ifasso

California-based data center operator and developer Prime Data Centers was founded in 2017 and has two facilities in Dallas.

Linda McMahon confirmed as Dallas Economic Development Corp. CEO

Dallas Business Journal 5/8 8:11A Plamedie Ifasso

The Dallas Economic Development Corp was formed in 2022 and aims to support local businesses, promote economic development and enhance infrastructure in Dallas.

Popular ramen spot Wabi House to open new location at The Star

Dallas Business Journal 5/8 8:01A Noor Adatia

For Wabi House, the process of finding a third location began in early 2022, said partner and operator Christopher Huynh. Gaylord Parkway is a major thoroughfare in an...

Pizza Inn Takes Home a Golden OBIE Award for Bambi and Friends Campaign

Restaurant News 5/7 11:04A RestaurantNews.com

Beloved Family Buffet wins big from the Out of Home Advertising Association of America Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Three cheers for Pizza Inn , America’s Favorite...