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One dead after plane crashes departing Mesquite Metro Airport, officials say

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 3/13 6:51A NBCDFW Staff

One person is believed to have died after a plane crashed shortly after taking off from Mesquite Metro Airport Thursday morning, officials say. According to the FAA, a Cessna...

Small plane crashes in Mesquite, killing 1 person

CBS DFW News 3/13 4:07A Julia Falcon

A small plane crashed Thursday morning in Mesquite, killing one person, according to Mesquite Fire Department. Mesquite police and fire responded to the crash, located in the...

Dallas man arrested for murder in suspected road rage shooting in Mesquite

CBS DFW News 3/7 10:46A Doug Myers

A motorist in North Texas has been arrested and charged with murder following a suspected road rage shooting, according to Mesquite police. Rodrick Hanson, 50, of Dallas Mesquite Police Department...

Suburb fights to keep Macy's mall store open

Dallas Business Journal 3/6 9:44A Plamedie Ifasso

Macy's is closing dozens of stores nationwide. Business and government leaders in Mesquite don't want to see that happen at this major mall, so they're proactively offering...

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Spring Capsule Collection

Tanya Foster 3/13 12:00P Tanya Foster

We all have our favorite items in our closet. The items that no matter what, we wear them again and again. These are the must-haves that help you build your wardrobe and create outfits. I have a fall...

BOOK REVIEW: GUNBARREL HIGHWAY by Sean Bridges

Sunnyvale BubbleLife iReporter 3/6 3:29A KAREN SIDDALL

Gunbarrel Highway by Sean Bridges Exciting and intense thriller that will keep readers turning pages! Gunbarrel Highway is a new thriller by Texas author Sean Bridges that features a wild manhunt...

Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas to Commemorate 75 Years at Gala Affair - May 8

Sunnyvale BubbleLife iReporter 3/6 2:12A Elizabeth Lenart

Since 1950, JFS has served as an open door to all in need impacting hundreds of thousands in its mission to provide whole-person care and promote self-sufficiency and well-being Jewish Family...

Susser Bank Celebrates New Plano Branch Opening

Sunnyvale BubbleLife iReporter 3/6 1:45A Carolyn Alvey

Susser Bank recently celebrated the opening of its first full-service branch in Collin County at 6900 North Dallas Parkway in Planos Legacy Town Center II. Conveniently located on the Dallas Tollway...

In honor of National Dentist Day: 5 foods for a healthier smile

Sunnyvale BubbleLife iReporter 3/6 1:00A Stephanie Patrick

In celebration of National Dentist Day, dentists at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry in Dallas offer suggestions for the best foods to protect your smile. National Dentist Day is today, and...

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The Best Bars in Dallas

Eater Dallas 3/13 5:52A Courtney E. Smith

Cheers it up at Rayo in Fair Park. | Kathy Tran Where to drink, from highbrow to lowbrow and everywhere in between Dallas is blessed with bars for every type of drinker, from those who desire...

Wine & Wildflower Journey Passport 2025 Available Now from Texas Hill Country Wineries

Texas Wine Lover 3/13 12:13A Jeff Cope

Tickets are now on sale for the 2025 Texas Hill Country Wineries’ (THCW s) Wine & Wildflower Journey Passport . The Passport event will take place from March 24th to April...

Carter Creek Winery Announces Release of Estate Wine Made with New Disease Resistant Vines

Texas Wine Lover 3/12 12:05A Jeff Cope

Adopting a more sustainable, proactive approach to winemaking, Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa has released its first-ever estate wine, the 2023 Estate Red. Crafted from...

Tickets on Sale for Grapevine’s 33rd Annual Spring Wine Trail

Texas Wine Lover 3/11 2:40A Jeff Cope

Press Release Sip, savor and stroll! Raise a glass to fine wine and inspiring art at the 33rd Annual Spring Wine Trail , presented by Park Place Lexus and Land Rover Grapevine...

The Rhône Rangers Ride into Texas Hill Country: A Celebration of American Rhône Wines

Texas Wine Lover 3/7 12:05A Jeff Cope

The Rhône Rangers are coming to the Texas Hill Country on April 6th. Who are the Rhône Rangers? It is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting American Rhône varietal...

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NEW Spring? + Sales on Sales!?

The Sister Studio 3/10 4:18A Jennifer Reed

Happy Monday my friends! I hope everyone has had a restful weekend and is ready to take on the week ahead! I have a jam packed newsletter today, including our Life in Lilac Spring launch , some really...

THE POWER OF MATCHING SETS: FASHION MADE EASY

The Middle Page 3/4 4:06A Cathy Williamson

THE POWER OF MATCHING SETS: FASHION MADE EASY Hello, ladies, it s finally March! January seemed to last so long, and February was a blink! I, for one, am so glad the days are getting longer and the...

Did Someone Say AMAZON!??

The Sister Studio 3/1 3:27A Jennifer Reed

Happy Friday, y all! I can t believe today is the last day of February January felt like an eternity and this month has just flown by! I rounded up all of my Amazon favorites from the month here for y...

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Oliver Miller, center who helped Arkansas reach Final Four and played 9 NBA seasons, dies at 54

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/13 4:06A Associated Press

A cause of death was not disclosed.

Fox has 32 points, 11 assists, 9 rebounds in Spurs' win over injury-depleted Mavs

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/13 2:07A Associated Press

Dallas only had nine active players Wednesday as the team remains without Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis, among others.

New Era hats for Texas, California MLB teams pulled over design blunder featuring accidental...

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/12 4:02A Christine Sanchez

Amused fans were quick to point out the mistakes, with many wondering how they weren’t caught much sooner.

Texans agree on deals with rusher Darrell Taylor and receiver Braxton Berrios, AP sources says

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/11 3:13A Associated Press

Taylor is getting $5.25 million and Berrios will receive $2 million, according to AP sources.

With only 8 healthy players, Mavericks rally to defeat Spurs 133-129 to snap 5-game skid

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/11 2:06A Associated Press

San Antonio dropped its third consecutive game.

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Top Things to Do in Plano, Texas

VIP Realty 3/11 5:52A rs@viprealtyinfo.com (VIP Realty

Top Things to Do in Plano, Texas Plano, Texas, is a thriving city known for its excellent quality of life, great shopping and dining options, and numerous recreational...

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Trump administration withdraws nomination of David Weldon for CDC director

Spectrum Local News Health 3/13 4:13A Associated Press

The Senate Health Committee announced Thursday morning that it was canceling a planned hearing on Weldon's nomination because of the withdrawal.

Top U.S. health agency makes $25,000 buyout offer to most of its employees

Spectrum Local News Health 3/9 4:46A Associated Press

The offer is part of President Donald Trump’s government cuts. The workers have until 5 p.m. on Friday to submit a response.

Richardson gains 100+ jobs in expanded HQ move

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/7 9:32A Plamedie Ifasso

KLOwen Orthodontics is the latest company expanding to the city, where a tech hub houses over 1,100 businesses and 20,000 workers.

UT Southwestern, Texas Health partnership taps president

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/7 9:23A Sydney Asher

The hospital is operated between UT Southwestern Medical Center and Texas Health Resources. It's the only hospital to be co-operated by the two healthcare giants.

West Texas reports nearly 200 measles cases. New Mexico is up to 30

Spectrum Local News Health 3/7 8:39A Associated Press

Most of the cases across both states are in people younger than 18 and people who are unvaccinated or have an unknown vaccination status.

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The Most Tempting Tacos in Dallas

Eater Dallas 4/21 5:26A Courtney E. Smith

Simply can’t front on Velvet Taco. | Velvet Taco Soft or crunch, meaty or veggie, here’s where to order up the best tacos in the Metroplex There are so many great spots to get them in Dallas and all...

Miso Salmon

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/20 11:00P Krista

Miso salmon is a simple weeknight recipe that tastes like it came straight out of a restaurant! You ll love the sweet, savory, and umami flavors in this dish, serve with edamame or rice for the...

How One Milwaukee Food Bank Is Handling the Drop in USDA Funding

Civil Eats 4/20 10:00P Brian Calvert

For months, Matt King kept an eye on federal food aid policies. He also stayed in constant contact with Wisconsin’s Department of Health Services, which, among other things, manages food disbursements...

My Favorite Way to Use Up Hard Boiled Eggs

Love and Lemons 4/20 3:50A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

And so it begins: my egg salad kick. Every year after Easter, I make this egg salad recipe to use up the hard boiled eggs left over from my family’s celebration. That first...

First-Rate Restaurants in Richardson

Eater Dallas 4/18 3:31A Courtney E. Smith

Dim sum for days at Kirin Court. | Kirin Court Because eating well doesn’t need to mean leaving the ‘burbs Gone are the days when suburbanites had to trek out to the city for good food. Take...