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Indoor play places for DFW Kids: Your rainy day guide
When rainy weather gets you down, check out these eight cool indoor play places for kids in Dallas-Fort Worth.
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No more sneaking extra Sprite: McDonald’s self-serve drink stations are disappearing
McDonald’s franchises across the US will slowly get rid of self-service drink stations. Here’s everything you need to know about the change.
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9 summer events in San Antonio you won’t want to miss
From outdoor fests to cool indoor escapes, San Antonio’s summer calendar is packed with events worth braving the heat for.
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9 cheap & fun ways to spend Memorial Day in Houston
From free outdoor concerts to budget-friendly picnics, here’s how to make the most of Memorial Day weekend in Houston without breaking the bank.
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Deep Vellum puts Dallas on the map as one of America’s top indie bookstore destinations
Dallas’s Deep Vellum Books & Publishing was named one of the best independent bookstores in the US by Condé Nast Traveler. Here’s why.
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How one North Texas teacher became the internet’s favorite educator
Kindergarten teacher Sonja White takes her social media followers behind the scenes of her viral classroom magic.
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San Antonio restricts private ICE detention centers
Private companies are making billions locking up immigrants in Texas. Cities are starting to figure out how to fight back.
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How Mary Kay Ash turned Texas grit into a global beauty empire
Mary Lisa Gavenas’s new biography, “Selling Opportunity: The Story of Mary Kay,” recounts the meteoric rise of Texas’s own Mary Kay Ash.
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Texas struggles to support working moms, lands near bottom in new report
WalletHub ranked Texas as the 9th worst state for workings moms in the US. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Dallas-Fort Worth, mark your calendars with these upcoming events
This is an ongoing list of weekend events and things to do in the North Texas.
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Houston, we have a lovebug problem — and it’s only getting worse
Lovebugs, otherwise known as honeymoon flies, are descending on Houston in swarms. Here’s what you need to know about them.
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Why Texas restaurants are closing at an alarming rate
Rising costs, federal policy, and shifting consumer habits have created a perfect storm for one of the state’s most vital industries.
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Beneath the Gulf’s surface, a new moon jellyfish species reveals itself
A new species of moon jellyfish, Aurelia profunda, was discovered in the Gulf of Mexico. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Fall in love with your next read (and your next latte) at Daydream
Daydream is a romance bookstore/coffee shop in the heart of Arlington featuring local goods and steamy reads.
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‘I would just stay home’: Paratransit riders speak out against potential DART withdrawal
Riders who rely on paratransit services are advocating to stay in DART ahead of the May 2 election. Here’s what you need to know.
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Lancaster firefighters speak frankly on the toll of being short-staffed
The Lancaster Firefighters Association is speaking candidly about the impact of its staffing shortages. Here’s everything you need to know.
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La Cancha Social Club brings Latin flair to Houston’s sports bar scene
La Cancha Social Club is opening at 820 Holman St. in Houston. Here’s everything you need to know about the sports bar/nightclub.
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Dallas diners, Flock & Fresh wants to be your new chicken go-to
A new fast-casual restaurant serving up an array of chicken products is opening May 2. Here’s what you need to know about Flock & Fresh.
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This DFW salt room is shaking up respiratory recovery
The Salti Salt Spa is one of several businesses bring halo therapy to North Texas.
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Dallas’ Longhorn Ballroom is ready for its second act
The Longhorn Ballroom was an iconic venue for decades before falling into disrepair. Now, it’s back and better than ever.
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Oak Cliff Pilates makes viral craze accessible
This Dallas pilates studio was recently featured in the Courier DFW newsletter series “Don’t Sleep On.”
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The best cocktail bars in Houston you need to visit right now
Houston’s cocktail scene goes far beyond the ordinary—these are the bars and lounges worth lingering in all night long.
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Harris County tops Texas and US in active tuberculosis cases
Active tuberculosis cases are higher in Harris County than anywhere else in Texas or the US. Here’s what to know.
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Jurassic perks: Dinosaur Valley State Park named one of America’s best family camping spots
Dinosaur Valley State Park was recently named one of the best family camping destinations in the US. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Mosier Valley family fights to resolve land dispute before park construction moves forward
A Fort Worth family has requested construction at Mosier Valley Park be temporarily halted while a land ownership issue is resolved.
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After years of planning, Frisco’s Grand Park breaks ground April 27
Phase One of construction on Frisco’s Grand Park is set to begin on April 27. Here’s everything you need to know.
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New tip reward offered in cold case killing of UT-Dallas student Brent Gutheinz
22-year-old Brent Gutheinz was murdered in 1997. Now, an increased reward is being offered for information about his case.
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11 restaurants in DFW where kids can eat for free
Save some money by bringing your kids to one of these fantastic restaurants in Dallas-Fort Worth that offer free kids’ meals.
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That’s a lot of dough: Mrs. Baird’s family ranch relisted for nearly $11 million
Baird Ranch in Johnson City was recently relisted for sale. Here’s everything you need to know about the historic property. If you’re from Texas, you’re more than familiar with Mrs. Baird’s bread. The Fort-Worth founded company has been baking up staple items for pantries across the Lone Star State since the early 1900s. Part of the bakery’s…
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Plano ISD sparks debate over using AI announcements at upcoming graduations
Plano ISD said it will use an AI-powered tool to announce student names at upcoming graduations. Not everyone is happy with the decision. The debate over artificial intelligence and how to use it ethically and sustainably has ramped up in recent years. Though the idea of using “computers and machines to mimic the problem-solving and decision-making capabilities of the human…
