The city of Carrollton is inviting local artists to participate in a new city cleanup and beautification project. The city announced on January 2 that it is seeking local artists for its Storm Drain...
2022 Big Tex Awards Food Finalists
Thirty-six creations once vied for recognition among food options at the Texas State Fair. Now it's down to the final ten. The Dallas Express previously reported on the events surrounding the...
By Amy Jones | Aug 11, 2022
Biden Designates Offshore Territory for Wind Farms
President Joe Biden has reserved more than 700,000 acres of offshore U.S. territory for the first "offshore wind turbine farms" in the Gulf of Mexico. Once developed, the allotment could have the...
The Perseid Meteor Shower Is Here
The Perseid meteor shower will bring impressive sights to the summer night sky this weekend as its galactic tour should bring it within the eyesight of North Texans. NASA determined that the most...
By Amy Jones | Aug 11, 2022
UT Dallas Summer Camp Helps Kids With Hearing Loss
Being the only child dealing with hearing loss in the classroom can be isolating, but being surrounded by peers wearing cochlear implants in a camp setting gives a sense of belonging. That is what a...
By Amy Jones | Aug 10, 2022
Government, Health & Science, Lifestyle
Texas Postpartum Medicaid Application Stalled
An effort by the Texas legislature to extend Medicaid coverage for new mothers will likely be rejected by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) because the benefits are too...
Staple Vegan Diner Shuts its Doors in Oak Cliff
A pioneer of vegan fare is closing its doors this week. Spiral Diner Dallas, the first in the metroplex to offer vegan comfort food, will serve its last heap of vegan nachos by Sunday, August 14....
By Amy Jones | Aug 10, 2022
Dallas Man’s Ring Found in Florida by Fellow Texan
When Chris Ramirez lost his diamond wedding ring on a Fort Lauderdale beach, he must have thought his chances of finding it were zero to one. "The water was a little choppy, so I decided to take my...
By Mary Dada | Aug 9, 2022
NTPA Announces New Managing Director
In recent weeks, North Texas Performing Arts (NTPA) announced the promotion of two new managing directors for Frisco and Dallas operations. Kerry Murdock was promoted to Frisco managing director on...
The Rustic’s Restaurant Week Offerings
DFW Restaurant Week is underway as several chefs across the metroplex curate menus in honor of local charities. The Rustic is part of the annual culinary event from August 8 through September 4....
By Amy Jones | Aug 8, 2022
Dinosaur Skeleton Unearthed in North Texas
Eighty million years ago, prehistoric reptiles roamed underwater in what is now the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area. One such DFW native of the late Cretaceous period was unearthed roughly 80 miles...
By Amy Jones | Aug 8, 2022
Ashura Holiday Celebrated Today
Today is an important day in Islamic culture. Ashura, a holy day for Muslims worldwide, falls this year on August 8, according to the Gregorian calendar. On this day, Shia Muslims mourn and hold a...
By Amy Jones | Aug 8, 2022
Local Shoppers Cash In on Tax-Free Weekend
Josie Cave could be the fashion envy of the first grade this school year. For her grandmother, Patricia, having a fashionista as a granddaughter wasn't as costly as she expected, thanks to the sales...
Local Cities Considered Wealthiest in U.S.
A North Texas city continues its decade-long trend of being voted one of the wealthiest cities in the U.S., leaping a spot as the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex's economy sizzles. Frisco jumped to the...
Local Organizations Providing Job Opportunity Assistance
Some local organizations are helping business owners meet the demand for workers by providing work readiness services and employee placement services to those who may need a helping hand. Goodwill...
By Amy Jones | Aug 6, 2022
Days to Save at the State Fair
When it comes to state fairs, there is none bigger than the State Fair of Texas, but a big fair does not have to come with a hefty price. The State Fair of Texas has many ways for you to save money...
By Amy Jones | Aug 6, 2022
Tax-Free Weekend: What to Buy
Tax-free weekend has arrived, offering shoppers the opportunity to stock up on needed items ahead of the upcoming school year while still leaving some jingle in their pockets. Many stores are having...
By Amy Jones | Aug 5, 2022
Exhibit of Weird Lost Luggage Makes Dallas Pit Stop
Anyone who has ever lost their luggage knows it can be frustrating trying to get it back, but for those who cut their losses, misplaced items can get a second life at Unclaimed Baggage, whether in...
By Amy Jones | Aug 5, 2022
‘Dude Perfect’ Co-Founder is Officially an Astronaut
Many eyes were focused on the skies Thursday as two separate space missions took flight, one launching from West Texas and one from Florida. Blue Origin launched six crewmembers into space the...
By Amy Jones | Aug 4, 2022
Prost! Oktoberfest Tickets on Sale
As the air turns crisp and the trees' leaves adopt the shade of pumpkins, thousands of people trade in short shorts and tank tops for Dirndls and linen pants for Lederhosen as they celebrate the...
By Amy Jones | Aug 4, 2022
Lee Harvey Oswald Exhibit Showcases Dallas History
The assassination of John F. Kennedy is a part of a history riddled with questions and speculation, and now a Lee Harvey Exhibit could be open to the curious in the future. NBC DFW was given an...
By Amy Jones | Aug 2, 2022