The Houston Zoo is debuting its "Galápagos Islands" exhibit to the public on Friday. The exhibit will showcase "the delicate balance of ecosystems" that exists in the Galápagos, according to the...
Local T.O.R.I. Program Celebrates 16th Annual Graduation
What started as a Dallas-based pilot program in 2005 to help formerly incarcerated individuals re-enter society is now going national thanks to the vision of Bishop T.D. Jakes and former Pres....
By Edgar James | Nov 16, 2021
Texas Ranks Among the Top 15 States for Obesity
Texas is the 11th most overweight state in America because of its teenagers, according to a new study by WalletHub. WalletHub’s 2021 Most Overweight & Obese States found that the Lone Star...
By Edgar James | Nov 16, 2021
Local Authors Share Secrets to a Successful Retirement
When Marilyn Bushey's husband was ready to retire, he wanted to live by the water. So, the couple relocated from Dallas to nearby Lake Lewisville. "We enjoy that very much," Bushey told Dallas...
By Edgar James | Nov 15, 2021
Tickets Still Available for Disney on Ice
“Grab your Mickey ears and get ready for non-stop fun when 50 of your favorite Disney friends come to life through world-class ice skating,” the website for Disney on Ice states. Disney on Ice is...
Local Canine Distemper Virus Cases on the Rise
According to a press release, the Canine Distemper Virus, which is an upper respiratory disease, is on the rise. Dallas Animal Services (DAS) has fifteen dogs who have been confirmed to have the...
Asian Smokehouse Restaurant to Open in Dallas
Austin-based restaurant group Hai Hospitality is making its entrance into the Addison area. Loro, an Asian steakhouse, will be opening at 14999 Montfort Dr. in the Fall of 2022. The restaurant is...
Texas Parks & Wildlife Announces Early Success of Artificial Reefs
A multi-partnership project operated by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to erect four artificial reefs in Belton Lake is showing early success, according to TPWD researchers. Two weeks after...
‘CompTIA’ and ‘GEM’ Partner to Assist Formerly-Incarcerated Women
Incarcerated women have a special place in Brittany Barnett's heart because when she was a young adult, her mother was incarcerated. "I saw firsthand the devastation that mass incarceration causes...
By Edgar James | Nov 13, 2021
Firefighter’s Museum Receives $1 Million Donation
The museum launched a fundraising campaign earlier this year, and they were able to renovate the museum’s exterior with the first part of the campaign. The Dallas Firefighter’s Museum’s primary...
By Serge Deniau | Nov 12, 2021
Meadows Museum: A Hidden Treasure
The Meadows Museum is a hidden wonder of Dallas. Located on the campus of Southern Methodist University in Northern Dallas, it is home to one of the largest collections of Spanish art outside of...
The Masked Singer Is Coming To DFW
The Fox musical competition series, The Masked Singer, is coming to the Dallas, Fort Worth area as part of the show’s national tour from Right Angle Entertainment. The Fox show, which first...
Italian Village Brings Authentic Italian Fare
A new restaurant aptly named Italian Village is now open at The Shops at Legacy in Plano. Italian Village comes from Chef Veton “Tony” Krasniqi, whose mission is to bring real, authentic Italian...
A Look Inside the Lone Star Film Festival
This week, the Lone Star Film Festival is back in Fort Worth. The 15th annual event will run from November 11-14 at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth and Downtown Cowtown at the Isis Theater. ...
The Sugar Factory Opens First Location in Texas
The Sugar Factory American Brasserie has finally made its long-anticipated arrival in Dallas. The combination candy store and restaurant franchise has filled the spot previously occupied by Ruth...
Nonprofit Unveils Plan to Reopen Historic Theater
Forest Forward, a South Dallas nonprofit organization, has announced its plans to reopen Forest Theater. On Thursday, November 4, the nonprofit announced that it plans to preserve the historic...
By Mary Dada | Nov 10, 2021
City Considers Banning Gas Powered Lawn Equipment
Gas-powered leaf blowers and other lawn equipment have been a longstanding source of discussion for the City of Dallas. Many organizations have cited several statistics as to why leaf blowers and...
Thanksgiving Events Around the DFW Area
The Dallas-Fort Worth area offers a variety of events to the residents of the communities. There will be events for individuals of all ages, according to My Area Network. Take Flight: The Inaugural...
Six DFW Cities Rank Among the Best Cities to Visit for Thanksgiving
Six Dallas-Fort Worth cities ranked among the top Best Cities to Go for Thanksgiving by WalletHub for 2021. Irving scored the 20th spot, followed by Dallas at 44th, Garland at 55th, Fort Worth at...
By Edgar James | Nov 10, 2021
‘The Bath House’ Hosts Virtual Art Mart for North Texas Artists
The Bath House Cultural Center presents the second annual Virtual Art Mart from December 5 through December 23. A press release announced that “the virtual Art Mart is another tool that the Art Mart...
By Tracy Moseley | Nov 9, 2021
Religious Organization Trains Missionaries in Spanish
A religious organization will be in Dallas this week, working with local churches to increase awareness about Christianity leading up to International Day of the Bible. From November 9 through...
By Edgar James | Nov 9, 2021
