The regular clientele at a historic eatery in McKinney will now have to drive 15 miles north to get their chicken-fried steak fix. Bill Smith’s Cafe opened the doors of its brand-new location in the...
Top “How to Be” Google Searches in 2021 Focused Mostly on Self-Help
As 2022 kicks into its first week, it’s a good time to reflect on what was on our minds in 2021. Many searched for "how to be" articles on Google in 2021. The top five searches of the year include...
Top Dog and Cat Names in Dallas for 2021
Rover.com is known for featuring everything dogs and cats. Each year the popular pet site combs through their database of pet parents to find the most popular pet names in every region. For Dallas,...
By Amy Jones | Jan 5, 2022
“Dinner Detective” Murder Mystery Performance to Entertain Dallas
The Dinner Detective Interactive Mystery Dinner Show is hosted in Downtown Dallas' Hilton Garden Inn, located at 1600 Pacific Avenue. The next show with tickets available is Friday, January 14, from...
By Tracy Moseley | Jan 4, 2022
Plano is the Best City in Texas to Keep New Years’ Resolutions
Plano is among the top ten Best Cities for Keeping New Years’ Resolutions, partly because it has a low share of marijuana users, a small number of drug overdose-related deaths, and the highest...
By Edgar James | Jan 4, 2022
Twins Born 15 Minutes Apart Have Different Birthdays
As reported by Fox 4 News, a set of twins arrived into the world fifteen minutes apart this New Year's, causing them to share different birthdays. Fatima Madrigal, their mother, delivered Aylin...
Dallas Native Creates New Cartoon Roach & Budd
Dallas native Lawrence “Troy” Mock has created a new cartoon series called Roach & Budd. A longtime creative, Mock has turned his vision into reality after developing an idea for...
EarthxFilm Moves to Dallas Arts District with New Director
Hayley Nenadal is the new director for EarthxFilm and brings her extensive background in the filming field to the position. Nenadal has experience working at the Mill Valley Film Festival, the...
Texas Cheerleader Murders Featured in Investigation Discovery TV Show
The rape and murder of several cheerleaders from a small Texas town of River Oaks will be explored in an upcoming episode of a crime series set to air on Investigation Discovery TV. Murder Under the...
Trompo Taco Restaurant Permanently Closes Oak Cliff Location
Local favorite taco joint Trompo, in Oak Cliff, has officially closed its doors for good. The restaurant announced via Instagram that its Bishop Arts District location served up its last order on...
By Mary Dada | Dec 31, 2021
DFW New Year’s Eve Celebrations for the Whole Family
New Year’s Eve is approaching, but the night of celebration need not be only for adults! The metroplex offers fun-filled, family-friendly activities for people of all ages to enjoy. Below is a list...
Perot Family Donates $5 million to Children’s Area of Klyde Warren Park
Klyde Warren Park will soon be receiving a much-needed upgrade. The Perot family has graced the park with a $5 million donation to expand and renovate the children’s area, which will be renamed...
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants in Every Corner of Dallas
After having all the turkey, dressing, and desserts you can eat, it may be time to make a change for the new year. If you plan on joining the “Meatless Monday” crowd or going full vegan or...
By Amy Jones | Dec 30, 2021
Dallas Buyers Club Director Jean-Marc Vallée Dead At 58
Canadian filmmaker and director Jean-Marc Vallée, noted for his Academy Award-winning movie Dallas Buyers Club, has died. Vallée, born in Montreal, earned nine nominations for Canada's Genie Awards...
By Amy Jones | Dec 29, 2021
Capital One Opens First-Ever ‘Luxe Lounge’ at DFW Airport
Flying can be a drag, especially during the holiday season. Long lines, crowds of people, and trying to keep your kids occupied during a layover is enough to send you over the edge. Well, now you...
By Amy Jones | Dec 29, 2021
How DFW Cities Rank Among the ‘Most Caring Cities’ in the United States
Dallas has a long way to go when it comes to caring for its residents, according to a new WalletHub study ranking the Most Caring Cities in the U.S. "Being more caring would help the city's economy...
By Edgar James | Dec 29, 2021
Wounded Veteran Moves Family Into Mortgage-Free Home
US Army Specialist veteran John Endsley and his family moved into their brand new mortgage-free home in Royse City right before Christmas. Various community organizations came together to make this...
Fighting Obesity Through Community Gardens
Produce gardens, sponsored by the Dallas County Health and Human Services, are providing a way for communities most at risk to fight obesity. Having a local source for fresh fruits and vegetables is...
‘Strike Out’ Family Homelessness with a New Year’s Event
The New Year is a fresh 365 days to accomplish goals, be better than you were the year before and incorporate more fun into your life. Get working on that “fun” part by kicking off the New Year at...
By Amy Jones | Dec 28, 2021
DFW Area Features Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve Events
If you're looking for a family-friendly way to ring in the New Year, the Dallas-Fort Worth area has several festive events on the calendar. From early ball drops to good food and plenty of...
Select Walmart Stores to Feature New Mediterranean Restaurants
Select Walmart stores throughout Texas will soon include in-house restaurants. The new mini-restaurant, Shawarma Press, will offer Mediterranean food. Recently, a Walmart in San Antonio opened a...