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Dallas ISD will offer free pre-K to all students starting next school year
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Discover the powerful new docuseries from the Dallas Mavericks
| January 7, 2025
A partnership between the City of Dallas and the Dallas Mavericks brings a powerful new docuseries about immigrants to life.
Recycle your Christmas tree: Dallas drop-off details
| January 6, 2025
Dallas has launched a post-holiday tree recycling program for the 2024-2025 season. Here's what you need to know.
12 DFW restaurant openings you may have missed in 2024
| December 12, 2024
The DFW restaurant scene is bustling, so we understand if you missed a few that opened this year. Our guide will help you discover a new favorite.
What to know about the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl
| December 12, 2024
The only bowl game held in Fort Worth, the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl has built up a ton of fun college football history over the years.
A North Texas lawmaker wants to make book banning easier in schools
| December 4, 2024
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Rep. Jared Patterson’s House Bill 183 would allow parents to request that the Texas State Board of Education review materials in public school libraries, challenging a book to be removed if they believe it to be inappropriate for the grade level or if it has “sexually explicit material.”
Gift these experiences for one-of-a-kind holiday presents
| December 2, 2024
When shopping this holiday season, consider gifting your loved ones experiences over things. Here are several in DFW.
Texas approves Bluebonnet, its new Bible-infused curriculum for schools
| November 26, 2024
The Texas Board of Education narrowly approved controversial new learning materials for schools after Gov. Greg Abbott rigged the vote.
8 Hotels to ring in the holiday season
| November 25, 2024
These DFW luxury hotels are spreading holiday cheer, one experience at a time.
Meet Bluebonnet Learning, Texas’ Bible-infused curriculum for schools
| November 22, 2024
The Texas Board of Education is poised to approve Bluebonnet Learning, a Bible-infused curriculum for elementary schools despite criticism that it’s factually inaccurate.
Fort Worth makes Leon Bridges Day official during Grammy winner’s Dickies Arena debut
| November 19, 2024
Grammy-winning artist Leon Bridges called his song “Panther City” a love letter to his hometown, and Fort Worth responded with a formal love note of its own. Mayor Mattie Parker surprised the singer on stage at his sold-out Dickies Arena debut to issue a formal proclamation declaring Nov. 15 Leon Bridges Day in Fort Worth. […]
Support these minority-owned bakeries this holiday season
| November 15, 2024
As you plan for the upcoming holidays, patronize these beloved local minority-owned bakeries.
Where to find free Thanksgiving meals in Dallas
| November 13, 2024
Dallas announced citywide Thanksgiving food assistance programs, including free turkey distributions and meal events. Find locations and dates for holiday help.