tr?id=&ev=PageView&noscript=

Texas News You Can Use

HTX News You Can Use

Dallas-Fort Worth News You Can Use

San Antonio​ News You Can Use

THINGS TO DO

Luckily, you don’t have to travel to New Orleans to get the full Mardi Gras experience, as there are plenty of ways to party in Dallas-Fort Worth in 2026.

7 ways to celebrate Mardi Gras in DFW

by Sydni Ellis

Affordability | Arlington | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW Lead Story | DFW-hardgate | ENTERTAINMENT | FAMILY | fat tuesday | food & drink | food and drink | HOLIDAYS | king cake | LIFESTYLE | mardi gras | plano
A woman shopping at a local grocery store

The 2026 DFW local grocery guide

by Stacy Rounds

Affordability | DFW | food banks | food pantries | food resources | groceries | GROWTH | international food | SNAP
Valentine’s Day is all about romantic gestures, like showing your loved one how well you know them with a thoughtful gift or treating them to an unforgettable date.

10 Black-owned businesses in DFW for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day

by Britteny Dee

Black-owned businesses | Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW Lead Story | ENTERTAINMENT | food & drink | food and drink | HOLIDAYS | LIFESTYLE | valentine's day
While the Dallas Cowboys football season is unfortunately over, the team’s beloved cheerleading squad will be hitting the road this April to kick spirits up a notch across the Lone Star State and beyond.

America’s sweethearts hit the road: The Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders announce Spring Tour

by Sam Cohen

America’s Sweethearts Package | CULTURE | dallas cowboys cheerleaders | DFW | DFW Lead Story | ENTERTAINMENT | LIFESTYLE | SPORTS | TEXAS | THINGS TO DO | Winspear Opera House
A blessing box set up for mutual aid

Mutual aid organizations and blessing boxes fill hunger gaps in DFW

by Stacy Rounds

DFW | DFW-hardgate | food resources | GROWTH | HARDGATE | SNAP
Many food pantries are working to help provide meals and other goods for people, but they need your help.

Where to find food banks and food pantries in DFW

by Stacy Rounds

DFW | DFW-hardgate | food | food banks | food pantries | food resources | grocery | GROWTH | HARDGATE

  • All Tags

Things to Do in Dallas | Events, Activities, and Attractions in DFW

Dallas’ Starship Bagel takes breakfast to another planet

by Joi Louviere

| January 12, 2026

DALLAS | DFW | DSO | food and drink | HARDGATE
Award-winning bagels in Dallas? Who would have thought it?
MLK Day isn’t just a day to remember the legacy of Dr. King; it’s also a National Day of Service.

How & where to give back on MLK Day in DFW

by Sydni Ellis

| January 12, 2026

Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW Lead Story | Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. | EDUCATION | FAMILY | family friendly | HARDGATE | HOLIDAYS | MLK Day | North Texas | THINGS TO DO | volunteering
Volunteer your time, donate money, and learn more about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this MLK Day in North Texas.
HALL Park in Frisco has undergone a $7 billion, multi-phase redevelopment.

The history of HALL Park (+ the top 7 sculptures you’ll find there)

by Joey Held

| January 12, 2026

CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW Lead Story | ENTERTAINMENT | frisco | HALL park | LIFESTYLE | public art | sculpture | TEXAS HISTORY | THINGS TO DO
Spanning 162 acres, there’s plenty to see at HALL Park, including hundreds of impressive sculptures and works of art from local and national creators.
26-year-old Plano native Amber Glenn has her eyes set on the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Plano native Amber Glenn carries hometown hopes into Olympic qualifiers

by Sam Cohen

| January 7, 2026

2026 winter olympics | amber glenn | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW Lead Story | DFW-hardgate | ENTERTAINMENT | figure skating | LIFESTYLE | plano | SPORTS | TEXAS
26-year-old Amber Glenn has her eyes set on the 2026 Winter Olympics. She’s due to compete in qualifying events in St. Louis.
These cool outdoor events are our favorite way to enjoy artists and musicians, shop for locally made food and gifts, and simply soak up the spring sunshine.

9 spring & summer festivals in DFW to look forward to

by Sydni Ellis

| January 7, 2026

Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW-hardgate | ENTERTAINMENT | FAMILY | food and drink | FORT WORTH | HOLIDAYS | LIFESTYLE | music | outdoor recreation | outdoors | TEXAS
With beautiful flowers, delicious food, wonderful music, and fantastic fireworks, you won’t want to miss these 10 upcoming festivals in DFW.
Things to Do in Dallas | Events, Activities, and Attractions in DFW

Arlington’s annual Christkindl Christmas market is now open

by Staff Reports

| December 23, 2025

Community | DFW | EXCO-Player | old texas
Texas honors the famous Christmas markets of Germany with this Christkindl pop-up, each year in Arlington. The market is open daily, now through Dec. 23, with evening visits promising festive lights and even a chance of snow. You’ll find spiced nuts, candles, jewelry, delicious flower wine, (yes! No grapes, just flowers) and more ornaments than you’ll know what to do with. There’s free parking in a Texas Rangers lot and no entry fee. It’s an easy yes!
Three of the four Jordan sisters will attend Texas Tech.

Nothing but net! Gianna, Natalia & Milania Jordan score scholarships at Texas Tech

by Sam Cohen

| December 22, 2025

Community | CULTURE | Dallas basketball | DFW | DFW Lead Story | ENTERTAINMENT | Gianna Jordan | HARDGATE | jordan sisters | LIFESTYLE | Milania Jordan | Natalia Jordan | SPORTS | Texas Tech University
The Jordan sisters have been dominating high school basketball together for years. Now, three of the four will attend Texas Tech.
Say “howdy” to 2026 in a big way—with a glittering ball drop, champagne toast, and colorful fireworks at one of the amazing New Year’s Eve parties in Dallas-Fort Worth this year.

9 ways to ring in the New Year in Dallas-Fort Worth

by Sydni Ellis

| December 22, 2025

Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW Lead Story | ENTERTAINMENT | FAMILY | family friendly | food and drink | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | NYE | THINGS TO DO
Celebrate 2026 with a dazzling New Year’s Eve party in Dallas-Fort Worth, some of which are kid-friendly.
Things to Do in Dallas | Events, Activities, and Attractions in DFW

8 Fall-winter recipes using Dallas Farmers Market produce 

by Joi Louviere

| December 18, 2025

DALLAS | DFW | DFW Lead Story | food and drink | HARDGATE
Try these delicious recipes during the fall and winter seasons.
Skip “the usual” and head somewhere new for dinner in 2026.

Get a taste of 10 DFW restaurants opening in 2026

by Sydni Ellis

| December 17, 2025

CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW Lead Story | ENTERTAINMENT | food & drink | food and drink | frisco | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | plano | THINGS TO DO
You’ll salivate over these 10 restaurants opening in Dallas-Fort Worth in 2026. Skip “the usual” and head somewhere new for dinner in 2026. (New year, new eats, anyone?) There are many new restaurants coming to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in 2026, from steakhouses to sandwich shops and everything in between. Milanese food? A Mexican steakhouse? A tasting […]
Things to Do in Dallas | Events, Activities, and Attractions in DFW

Here’s what to know about the new Netflix House Dallas

by Joi Louviere

| December 15, 2025

DALLAS | DFW | DFW Lead Story | ENTERTAINMENT | food and drink | HARDGATE | THINGS TO DO
Netflix House Dallas is now open at the Galleria, with food, drinks, games, and ticketed fan experiences.
Things to Do in Dallas | Events, Activities, and Attractions in DFW

Arlington’s annual Christkindl Christmas market is now open

by Staff Reports

| December 10, 2025

Community | DFW | EXCO-Player | old texas
Texas honors the famous Christmas markets of Germany with this Christkindl pop-up, each year in Arlington.
BLOCKED
BLOCKED