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Dallas native Aaliyah McNeal is the winner of the State Fair of Texas’s 2026 Big Tex Boot Design Contest!

These boots were made for winning: Dallas native takes top prize from State Fair

by Sam Cohen

2026 Big Tex Boot Design Contest | Aaliyah McNeal | Art | DALLAS | DFW | DFW-hardgate | state fair of texas | the State Fair of Texas
The Frisco RoughRiders have been delighting baseball fans for over two decades.

Here’s why the Frisco RoughRiders attract so many fans (& why you should become one!)

by Claire Mainprize

baseball | Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW-hardgate | ENTERTAINMENT | frisco | Frisco RoughRiders | LIFESTYLE | SPORTS
There are plenty of cool summer camps near Dallas-Fort Worth that offer peace-of-mind for worried parents without sacrificing any of the fun for kids.

The 8 coolest sleepaway summer camps near DFW are filling up fast!

by Sydni Ellis

DALLAS | denton | DFW | DFW Lead Story | DFW-hardgate | EDUCATION | FORT WORTH | fun | graford | granbury | North Texas | outdoor recreation | outdoors | paradise | people with disabilities | Rocksprings | sleepaway camps | summer camps | tyler | Van
A group of dads in North Texas surprised a local crossing guard with a new car.

She’s kept their kids safe for years. Now, these Dallas dads are paying it forward with a new car

by Sam Cohen

children | Community | DALLAS | DFW | DFW-hardgate | FAMILY | LIFESTYLE | Local news | Moss Haven Elementary | North Texas | richardson | Richardson ISD | The Dad's Club | Trecia Crawford
A popular section of White Rock Lake Trail remains closed after a large sinkhole opened last week.

White Rock Lake Trail remains closed after large sinkhole opened along path

by Sam Cohen

Community | DALLAS | DFW | DFW-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | Local news | outdoors | sinkhole | traffic | White Rock | White Rock Lake Trail | White Rock Spillway
In Tyler, Texas a local BBQ joint is beginning the renovation process after suffering extensive fire damage in January.

Rudy’s Bar-B-Q starts Tyler renovations following January fire

by Sam Cohen

Community | DFW | DFW-hardgate | fire damage | food & drink | food and drink | LIFESTYLE | renovations | Rudy’s Bar-B-Q | Rudy’s Country Store and Bar-B-Q | tyler

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Dallas native Aaliyah McNeal is the winner of the State Fair of Texas’s 2026 Big Tex Boot Design Contest!

These boots were made for winning: Dallas native takes top prize from State Fair

by Sam Cohen

| March 16, 2026

2026 Big Tex Boot Design Contest | Aaliyah McNeal | Art | DALLAS | DFW | DFW-hardgate | state fair of texas | the State Fair of Texas
The winner of the State Fair of Texas’s 2026 Big Tex Boot Design Contest was recently announced as Dallas native Aaliyah McNeal. It’s official: Dallas native Aaliyah McNeal is the winner of the State Fair of Texas’s 2026 Big Tex Boot Design Contest! Judges sorted through over 400 entries to select their winner from an eclectic group […]
The Frisco RoughRiders have been delighting baseball fans for over two decades.

Here’s why the Frisco RoughRiders attract so many fans (& why you should become one!)

by Claire Mainprize

| March 16, 2026

baseball | Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW-hardgate | ENTERTAINMENT | frisco | Frisco RoughRiders | LIFESTYLE | SPORTS
The Frisco RoughRiders have been delighting baseball fans for over two decades. Discover what’s made them one of the most endearing shows in town.
There are plenty of cool summer camps near Dallas-Fort Worth that offer peace-of-mind for worried parents without sacrificing any of the fun for kids.

The 8 coolest sleepaway summer camps near DFW are filling up fast!

by Sydni Ellis

| March 16, 2026

DALLAS | denton | DFW | DFW Lead Story | DFW-hardgate | EDUCATION | FORT WORTH | fun | graford | granbury | North Texas | outdoor recreation | outdoors | paradise | people with disabilities | Rocksprings | sleepaway camps | summer camps | tyler | Van
These eight sleepaway summer camps near Dallas-Fort Worth are full of adventure, friendships, and life lessons.
A group of dads in North Texas surprised a local crossing guard with a new car.

She’s kept their kids safe for years. Now, these Dallas dads are paying it forward with a new car

by Sam Cohen

| March 13, 2026

children | Community | DALLAS | DFW | DFW-hardgate | FAMILY | LIFESTYLE | Local news | Moss Haven Elementary | North Texas | richardson | Richardson ISD | The Dad's Club | Trecia Crawford
A group of dads in North Texas surprised a local crossing guard with a new car. Here’s the heartwarming story about Trecia Crawford.
A popular section of White Rock Lake Trail remains closed after a large sinkhole opened last week.

White Rock Lake Trail remains closed after large sinkhole opened along path

by Sam Cohen

| March 12, 2026

Community | DALLAS | DFW | DFW-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | Local news | outdoors | sinkhole | traffic | White Rock | White Rock Lake Trail | White Rock Spillway
A sinkhole 20-40 feet deep opened along White Rock Lake Trail last week. Here’s everything you need to know.
In Tyler, Texas a local BBQ joint is beginning the renovation process after suffering extensive fire damage in January.

Rudy’s Bar-B-Q starts Tyler renovations following January fire

by Sam Cohen

| March 12, 2026

Community | DFW | DFW-hardgate | fire damage | food & drink | food and drink | LIFESTYLE | renovations | Rudy’s Bar-B-Q | Rudy’s Country Store and Bar-B-Q | tyler
Rudy’s Country Store and Bar-B-Q suffered extensive fire damage to its Tyler location. Now, though, renovations are set to begin.
Fort Worth’s Independent School District is offering free hot lunches during Spring Break.

Fort Worth ISD keeps kids fed over spring break with free hot lunches

by Sam Cohen

| March 12, 2026

Community | DFW | DFW-hardgate | food & drink | food and drink | food banks | food insecurity | FORT WORTH | fort worth isd | Fort Worth's Independent School District | free school lunches | LIFESTYLE | Spring Break | Summer Food Program
Fort Worth’s Independent School District is offering free hot lunches during Spring Break. Here’s what you need to know.
The Veolia Texas Open Pickleball tournament is underway in McKinney and runs until March 15.

Paddles up, Texas! The Veolia Texas Open Pickleball tournament has arrived in McKinney

by Sam Cohen

| March 11, 2026

Alex Valentine | Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | McKinney | North Texas | pickleball | SPORTS | The Veolia Texas Open Pickleball tournament
The Veolia Texas Open Pickleball tournament is underway in McKinney and runs until March 15. Here’s what you need to know.
During World War I, 19 Native American soldiers became part of the Choctaw Code Talkers under the 36th Infantry Division organized at Texas’s Camp Bowie.

Fort Worth to honor Choctaw Code Talkers with historical marker at Veterans Memorial Park

by Sam Cohen

| March 6, 2026

Choctaw Code Talkers | Community | CULTURE | DFW | DFW-hardgate | EDUCATION | EQUALITY | FORT WORTH | historical marker | local politics | Tarrant County | Texas Historical Commission | Veterans Memorial Park
Choctaw Code Talkers were instrumental in World War I. Now, they’ll be honored at Fort Worth Veterans Memorial Park.
Houston’s Valencia Hotel Group and a local entrepreneur have teamed up to reinvent an iconic Arlington landmark: The Caravan Motor Hotel.

From motor hotel to modern marvel, the Caravan lives on in Arlington

by Sam Cohen

| March 6, 2026

Arlington | boutique hotel | Caravan Court Hotel | Community | CULTURE | development | DFW | DFW-hardgate | food & drink | food and drink | FORT WORTH | LIFESTYLE | local business | Preston Nguyen | The Caravan Motor Hotel
The Caravan Motor Hotel was an Arlington landmark for decades. Now, it’s been revitalized thanks to a local entrepreneur.
Dallas Community News | Local Stories and Events in DFW

I tried The Brown Thumb’s Keith Lee-approved matcha

by Joi Louviere

| March 5, 2026

BLACK OWNED BUSINESS | coffee shops | DALLAS | denton | DFW | DFW-hardgate | don't sleep on | plants | THINGS TO DO | woman-owned business
Half plant shop, half matcha cafe, Denton's The Brown Thumb doesn't disappoint.
Dallas Community News | Local Stories and Events in DFW

Oak Cliff’s beloved Cinco de Mayo parade won’t return in 2026

by Sam Cohen

| March 5, 2026

cinco de mayo | cinco de mayo parade | Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | MEXICAN CULTURE | neighborhoods | oak cliff
Oak Cliff canceled its 2026 Cinco de Mayo Parade due to lack of funding. Here’s what you need to know.
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