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Plus: What did you give up for Lent? Share with a friend Sponsored by Americans United for Separation of Church and State Happy Friday sunshines ☀️ This week ushered in a new chapter for many Texans, with cultural celebrations that involve giving up something to get something greater. For some, restriction might just be a…

Plus: The best places to play mahjong in DFW Share with a friend Sponsored by Americans United for Separation of Church and State Good morning, ☕ You might have seen the story about the University of North Texas abruptly closing an art exhibit because of its ICE-related works. The exhibit “Ni de Aquí Ni de…

Plus: Arlington World Cup statue revealed 👀 Share with a friend Sponsored by Americans United for Separation of Church and State Mornin’ DFW, You might have seen that the SAVE Act passed in the US House last week. Sponsored by Texas Attorney General candidate and Austin Congressman Chip Roy, the bill is presented as a…

Plus: A radioactive waste warning for Johnson town Share with a friend Sponsored by Americans United for Separation of Church and State Good morning and happy Lunar New Year! I’m seeing all over social media that people of all backgrounds are embracing the Lunar New Year as their own personal start to the new year.…

Plus: Peace walk monks return to Fort Worth tomorrow 🪷 Share with a friend Happy Friday the 13th 🪄 Have you been watching the Winter Olympics? If not, you still have plenty of time to become temporarily obsessed with ski jumping and to figure out what curling is. You can watch all the events live…

Plus: Black-owned businesses to support on V-Day Share with a friend Good morning, y’all, As you have your Valentine’s Day dinners this weekend, it may seem like your favorite restaurants are struggling. That’s because they probably are. About 82% of US restaurant operators say tariffs and trade policies are affecting their menus. A majority said…

Plus: Should Camp Mystic open this summer? Share with a friend Mornin’, y’all, I have an extra edition of “Don’t Sleep On” at the end of this email, so make sure you check it out. I also want to give you a brief update on what’s happening with Camp Mystic, the Hill Country summer camp…

Plus: American Airlines CEO in hot water Share with a friend Good morning, North Texas, A week or so ago, I asked y’all what your Valentine’s Day style was, and many of you said you like a big display of dinner and gifts, but now I want to know your love story. If you’re open…

Plus: How a 1973 cold case was finally solved Share with a friend Good morning, North Texas, What can make a Monday less Monday? It’s National Pizza Day!  If you’ve been following this newsletter for a while, you may remember that COURIER DFW went all in on the holiday last year, reviewing a few of…

Plus: Student walkouts put free speech in focus Share with a friend Mornin’ y’all, You might have heard that some Dallas city leaders want a new town hall instead of fixing up the one we have. The 47-year-old building is the work of famed architect I.M. Pei. The late architect designed the East Building of…

Plus: Buddhist monks come home after 2,300-mile peace walk Share with a friend Morning DFW, The 2026 Winter Olympics begin tomorrow, and you’ll find all your favorite winter sports (do Texans have favorite winter sports?) competing live from Italy on NBC and the Peacock streaming app. Check out the article below to meet some Texans…

Plus: Dallas County voters still don’t know where to vote Share with a friend Good morning, North Texas, Today would have been civil rights activist Rosa Parks’ 113th birthday. (Fun fact, I had lunch with Ms. Parks on the campus of The University of North Texas as a child. And no, I can’t find the…

Plus: Super Bowl snacks and how to prep for the big game Share with a friend Good morning, North Texas, Well, it’s almost time for the Super Bowl LX, the Seattle Seahawks vs. the New England Patriots and—Bad Bunny vs. the world. For some, the day is strictly about football; others plan food and drink…

Plus: Meet your local grocers 🍅 Share with a friend Happy Black History Month, y’all, This year is the 100th anniversary of Black History Month! Did you know that the commemorative month originally started off as only a week until Gerald Ford expanded it in 1976? And why February? Creator Carter G. Woodson wanted the…

Plus: Texas Dems demand release of detained child Share with a friend Happy Friday, We’re only a couple of weeks out from Valentine’s Day. Have you made plans yet? North Texas has no shortage of beautiful restaurants and romantic dining experiences, so start your search and book something as soon as possible. Last year, the…

Plus: Take a look at Dallas’ most beautiful houses Share with a friend Morning DFW, There’s been a ton of tough headlines lately, particularly involving safety and immigration enforcement, and it’s hard to know what to do with all that energy, sadness, and rage. On Tuesday, I asked y’all how you were feeling about recent…

Plus: What’s playing at the Denton Black Film Festival Share with a friend Good morning, y’all ⛄ It’s still icy out there, and lots of DFW businesses are still closed or operating on special schedules, so make sure you check a businesses’ status on Google or social media before you head out into the ice.…

Plus: Plano’s job market reigns supreme Share with a friend Hey y’all, I’m sure many of you heard that the James Beard Awards announced its 2026 list of semifinalists. I know some of you may want to try out the restaurants and bars for yourself, so I added all of these North Texas nominees into…

Plus: Share your snow pics here Share with a friend Good morning,  How did you all fare this weekend? Did you experience an outage or any flooding? Lost power Had water issues Was A-OK I hope you all were safe and warm and got to enjoy at least the look of the beautiful ice and…

Plus: Early voting starts in Tarrant Co. race Share with a friend Hey DFW, Did you hear? Gov. Abbott has issued a state of emergency for the anticipated winter weather, beginning Friday. Keep your eyes on the weather forecast as it’s changing hour by hour. This would be a good day to cover any yard…

Plus: Food costs are up. Let’s see the numbers Share with a friend Happy National Bagel Day!  In my Monday issue, I talked about how yummy Starship Bagel is after recently trying two of their most popular bagels. But that award-winning shop isn’t the only good bagel find in the DFW. Here are a few…

Plus: Dry January? Try these yummy mocktails Share with a friend Good morning ☀️ Is a meal for $10 or less a thing anymore? Even fast food has become expensive—the dollar menu items aren’t even a dollar! The Dallas Observer recently released a list of the best cheap eats in the metroplex, saying a $10…

Plus: How to avoid package thieves Share with a friend Morning friends, Today is the last day to guarantee Christmas gifts are delivered on time using USPS Priority Mail. For a fatter fee, you’ll probably be able to finagle a pre-Christmas delivery with USPS Express or another shipping service. With that in mind, please remember…

Plus: Christmas tree farms to check out Share with a friend Happy Thursday folks,  In case you missed it, some new laws are in effect this month. Let’s recap a few. ✍️ Dallas’ Vape Ban Ordinance – Smoking a vape anywhere where a cigarette wouldn’t be allowed is now subject to a fine.  ✍️ House…

Plus: Local needs beyond food Support Hey good people, December is here, and so many of us are thinking about how we can ensure our community members have food, heat, and toys under their Christmas trees. It can be a little daunting figuring out how to begin your volunteer journey, but once you break the…

Plus: December events in the metroplex Share with a friend Good morning folks, Travel geeks, did you hear? The largest cruise ship in the world is set to sail from Texas’ Galveston port in 2027. Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas is a 1,196-foot-long ship with room for 7,600 passengers and includes the largest waterpark…

Plus: Your weekend event guide Share with a friend Hey hey y’all, Well, it feels like the holiday season is in full swing, so as we begin buying gifts, decor, meals, and even coffee to fuel errand-running, it’s important we remember to shop small when we can. Texans are under more financial strain than usual…

Plus: Camp Mystic families sue Share with a friend Hey y’all, DoorDash released a report that analyzed millions of transactions across restaurants, grocery stores, and retail, and found that Dallas is leading the nation in food affordability. The report had several takeaways, but some highlights include that prices for everyday essentials are starting to steady…

Plus: Celebrating Native Heritage Month in Texas Share with a friend Good morning, North Texas, Let’s talk about deed fraud. People who own their homes are finding out that someone has taken over the deed to their house, behind their back, taking over ownership and forcing the rightful owners out. The Texas House passed a…

Plus: ‘Not racially discriminatory,’ says Tarrant judge Share with a friend Happy Thursday, DFW, With a government shutdown about to enter its second month, many North Texans are having to figure out how to make ends meet. SNAP benefits will pause for millions of Texans in November, cutting off their food source, and federal workers…