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Plano Doctors Prep for World Spine Day 2026, Provide Tips for Better Back Health

Aspiring Physicist Reaches Beyond Stratosphere for Success

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Top Stories: ➊ – Texas Mead & Music Festival Makes Its North Texas Debut at Scarborough Faire (Friday), ➋ – Cowboys add Mike Pettine to staff after rough start for new defensive coordinator Christian Parker (Tuesday), ➌ – 11/10/2026 - Monthly Luncheon (Monday), ➍ – Miriam Jimenez Left Her Namesake Restaurant, Now She’s Baking Sourdough in Richardson (Wednesday), ➎ – 11/12/2026 - Committee meeting - Ambassadors (Monday)

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11/12/2026 - Monthly Social: Aperitivo & After-Hours Insights

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 10/15 11:15A

Led by the Leaders After Hours Committee Join us for an evening of warm conversation, lively networking, and authentic Italian hospitality. Appetizers and a drink provided. Ci vediamo l ! Series...

11/13/2026 - Community Event: Richardson Life Magazine Issue 20 – Holiday Edition Advertising...

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 10/15 11:15A

The end of the year is when customers are spending, so make sure your business is visible. Richardson Life Magazine Issue 20 Holiday Edition is now open for advertising....

11/10/2026 - State of the Districts 2026

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 10/12 4:37P

Join us for the Richardson Chamber s annual State of the Districts Luncheon, featuring Tabitha Branum, Superintendent of Richardson ISD , and Dr. Theresa Williams, Superintendent of Plano ISD , for a...

11/12/2026 - Committee meeting - Ambassadors

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 10/12 4:37P

The monthly Ambassadors committee meeting is for Richardson Chamber members only . Members are welcome to attend if you would like to be a part of this committee. Contact us...

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11/10/2026 - Monthly Luncheon

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 10/12 3:19A

Led by the Workforce Development Committee Stay tuned more details coming soon!

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Plano Doctors Prep for World Spine Day 2026, Provide Tips for Better Back Health

Richardson BubbleLife iReporter 10/8 5:00A Krista Simmons

Dallas Neurosurgical & Spine doctors Jeremy Denning, MD, and Krishna Satyan, MD, are gearing up for World Spine Day, by providing tips for better back health. World Spine Day, which is observed...

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Aspiring Physicist Reaches Beyond Stratosphere for Success

UT Dallas News Center 10/8 2:00A mxj142230

By Amanda Siegfried Minori Kikuchi is contributing to research aimed at identifying and understanding better the dynamic conditions in the upper atmosphere. She analyzed data collected to investigate...

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Cooper Landing, Alaska: Where to Stay, Eat and Play on the Kenai River

Crave DFW 10/15 10:59A Steven Doyle

There s a stretch of the Sterling Highway, about two and a half hours south of Anchorage, where the Kenai River turns a shade of blue-green that doesn t look real. Glacial silt does that. It catches...

Top of the Morning Brings Brisket Benedict and Peach French Toast to Fort Worth

Crave DFW 10/15 7:39A Steven Doyle

Nick Roditis grew up in Chicago s Greek restaurant community, where breakfast counters and family-run dining rooms are part of the city s identity. That s where he learned the business. In 2015, he...

Kimchi Explained: What It Is, Where It Came From, and Where to Find the Best in DFW

Crave DFW 10/15 7:22A Steven Doyle

At almost any Korean restaurant in Dallas, the small dishes arrive (banchan) before you ve finished reading the menu. There might be bean sprouts in sesame oil, pickled radish, and a little dish of...

Punk Noir Closes in the Design District After Four Months

Crave DFW 10/15 6:53A Steven Doyle

Punk Noir is closed. The Design District tasting-menu restaurant lasted about four and a half months, and it ended with almost no warning. Co-owner John McKeel has confirmed...

The Henry Opens in Plano’s Legacy West on Oct. 21

Crave DFW 10/15 6:49A Steven Doyle

When The Henry opened in Uptown in 2019, it quickly became the default answer for half the questions Dallas asks about where to eat. A business lunch, a birthday dinner, a Saturday brunch that runs...

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BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH 2026

The Middle Page 10/15 5:19A Cathy Williamson

It’s October, which means it’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month. If you’re new to The Middle Page, I was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC) in 2013. I want to take a minute to explain...

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Longhorns and Gators clash with bruised bodies and egos needing win to keep their seasons on track

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/15 3:54A Associated Press

Both teams now limp into Saturday's game in Austin with bruised bodies and egos.

Cowboys add Mike Pettine to staff after rough start for new defensive coordinator Christian Parker

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/13 3:31A Associated Press

The Cowboys are bringing former NFL coach Mike Pettine out of retirement to serve as a senior assistant to defensive coordinator Christian Parker.

Texas special teams are giving up big plays and creating big problems for the 7th-ranked Longhorns

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/13 3:31A Associated Press

In the last two weeks, the punt team has given up critical touchdowns with a long return and a blocked kick in the end zone.

Red River Rivalry brings Texas, Oklahoma fans to State Fair of Texas for historic showdown

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/10 3:00A Nicolette Perdomo

The game, played at the State Fair of Texas since 1929, brings thousands of fans from both states to Dallas.

Cowboys guard Tyler Smith set to make his season debut against the Bucs coming off thumb surgery

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/8 10:05A Associated Press

The 25-year-old Smith had been listed as questionable after not getting a chance to participate in a full practice during a short week.

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Beset on all sides, healthcare experts seek way forward for crucial sector

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 10/6 9:05A Holden Wilen

Experts in workplace benefits and medicine offered their perspectives on the fast-changing healthcare landscape at Dallas Business Journal's Future of Healthcare event on...

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Spiced Apple Cider Sangria

Joyful Healthy Eats 10/14 11:00P Krista

This spiced apple cider sangria gives a fall-inspired spin to everyone s favorite wine cocktail! Crisp white wine combines with apple cider, bourbon or brandy, fresh apples and oranges, and cozy...

Op-ed: There’s a Future for Farming in Chicago and Cities Beyond

Civil Eats 10/12 10:00P Kelly Larsen

By Kelly Larsen * October 13, 2026 Conservation efforts can help prevent the loss of land that is currently stymying small farming. Read the full article

Weekly Meal Plan 40

Joyful Healthy Eats 10/9 11:00P Krista

This healthy weekly meal plan has 5 days of easy breakfast and dinner recipes made from real, wholesome ingredients and a high protein focus in mind. Grab the free printable shopping list to make meal...

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Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts

Joyful Healthy Eats 10/7 11:00P Krista

These hot honey Brussels sprouts are a side dish so irresistible, you might just want to make a meal out of them! Crispy, caramelized, sweet, and spicy, they re finished with a shower of Parmesan...