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Farewell to King of UTD Chess: Director Jim Stallings Retires

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Top Stories: ➊ – West Texas reports nearly 200 measles cases. New Mexico is up to 30 (Friday), ➋ – Richardson gains 100+ jobs in expanded HQ move (Friday), ➌ – UT Southwestern, Texas Health partnership taps president (Friday), ➍ – DFW’s Best Irish Restaurants and Pubs (Friday), ➎ – Engineer Aims To Make Giant Leap for Welding Metals on the Moon (Friday)

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02/27/2025 - Ribbon Cutting - Alta Park Central - Feb 27

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 2/4 7:24P

Join us as we celebrate Alta Park Central with a ribbon cutting. The event is free to attend

02/20/2025 - Non-Profit Workshop

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 2/4 5:43A

Join us for a presentation by Jay Maymi from Wealth Wave on financial services in the non-profit sector and grant management. Sponsored by the Texas Acupuncture Research...

New Website Tool Makes it Easier for Neighbors to Locate Food Pantries

North Texas Food Bank 2/3 9:44A Kathleen Petty

NTFB’s online “Find Food” tool is now more user-friendly thanks to partnership with Vivery. North Texas Food Bank recently launched a new “Find Food” tool on its website that will make it simpler for...

Deacon Stephen Jackson is Blessed by Giving

North Texas Food Bank 2/3 3:00A Kathleen Petty

NTFB celebrates the impact of one of its partners during Black History Month. It’s mid-afternoon on a Thursday and Deacon Stephen Jackson is standing at the ready. The pantry at Community Missionary...

Associa HQ move to Richardson prompted by need to grow

Dallas Business Journal 1/31 1:10A Plamedie Ifasso

Associa is currently renovating a 260,000-square-foot new headquarters complex in Richardson. The property management company will consolidate 500 employees and add 250 more...

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January’s Best Selling Amazon Products

Brighton the Day 2/4 10:00P Brighton

The best selling Amazon products from January are in, and there are very few surprises. The leggings I wear on repeat—that you have been loving nonstop—are on the list. Scroll down to see how I wear...

11 Kid-Friendly Coffee Shops in Dallas/Fort Worth

A Cowboys Life 2/3 8:58A Chastity Velasquez

Discover 11 kid-friendly coffee shops in Dallas/Fort Worth with play areas, outdoor spaces, and fun family events. Enjoy great coffee while your kids stay entertained! The...

January Best Sellers

Brighton the Day 1/31 10:00P Brighton

Is it just me, or was January the longest month ever? I saw so many memes online about the 74th day of January, and honestly, nothing ever felt accurate. With that said, let s wrap up the month with a...

My Go-to Amazon Organizing Containers for Baking

Brighton the Day 1/29 7:26A Brighton

Earlier this month, I went on a HUGE purging and organizing spree—and these Amazon organizing containers for baking were some of the best things to come from it. I had already tacked a lot of my...

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Keller ISD trustees name interim superintendent amid controversial proposed district split

CBS Dallas- Ft. Worth Education 1/31 2:29A Caroline Vandergriff

KELLER The Keller ISD Board of Trustees named an interim superintendent amid the controversy surrounding a proposal to split the district in two. At the end of its Thursday...

Farewell to King of UTD Chess: Director Jim Stallings Retires

UT Dallas News Center 1/29 1:00A mxj142230

Jim Stallings is signing his last scoresheet after two decades as the face of chess at The University of Texas at Dallas. Stallings will retire this month after 21 years with UT Dallas’ decorated...

No. 1 and More: Online MBA Program Proves Worthiness in Rankings

UT Dallas News Center 1/24 2:00A mxj142230

The Naveen Jindal School of Management’s online MBA program, named by Poets Quants as the best in the country for 2025, ranks No. 11 in U.S. News World Report’s 2025 Best Online Program rankings,...

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Dallas Gets a Taste of Michelin Excellence From Chef Wyl Lima at the Charlotte

Eater Dallas 2/4 3:00A Courtney E. Smith

Kayla Enright The American bistro on Henderson Avenue is known for its oversized teddy bears and Southern-influenced menu A first look at the Charlotte on Henderson Avenue might lead one to believe it...

Paddington in Peru Fun at Dallas Zoo Feb 1

Crave DFW 1/31 6:53A craveDFW

The Dallas Zoo is hosting a special film activation on Saturday, February 1st, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in celebration of the highly anticipated release of Columbia Pictures PADDINGTON IN PERU . This...

The Best Dishes Eater Dallas Ate in Janaury

Eater Dallas 1/31 4:38A Courtney E. Smith

Courtney E. Smith A winter-worthy half roast chicken, escargot, and pasta with Turkish lamb ragu make the list this month. The amount of excellent food available in Dallas is dizzying, yet mediocre...

Dallas’s 2024 Michelin-Recognized Restaurants, Mapped

Eater Dallas 1/31 3:14A Courtney E. Smith

A meal at Georgie promises all sorts of delights. | Kathy Tran All 27 spots that earned Michelin recognition, awards, and stars in the first Texas ceremony Among the Texas restaurants featured in...

DFW Restaurant Openings to Know in January

Eater Dallas 1/29 3:13A Courtney E. Smith

Drizzle goes from the State Fair of Texas to a delicious dessert shop. | Kathy Tran Loads of openings this month all over the Metroplex, including two State Fair food winners, several coffee shops,...

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Did Someone Say AMAZON!??

The Sister Studio 1/31 2:42A Jennifer Reed

TGIF my friends! Cheers to making it through the last week of January, we did it! I rounded up all of my favorite finds from January here for y all including several jewelry items that are really...

My Weekly Favorites!???

The Sister Studio 1/26 4:16A Jennifer Reed

Good morning and happy Sunday, my friends! Our weekend has consisted of soccer, soccer, and more soccer, LOL! I hope everyone has had a relaxing weekend so far and that you all get to soak in a nice,...

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Cowboys take two offensive weapons not named Ashton Jeanty in new ESPN mock draft

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 2/5 3:00A Dallas News

With Dallas having such a glaring need at running back, the Heisman runner-up Jeanty is an obvious candidate to be selected by the Cowboys in the first round, should he make...

Dallas Cowboys urged to sign 'Day 1 starter' LB in NFL free agency

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 2/5 2:51A Dallas Cowboys On SI

The Dallas Cowboys enter the 2025 NFL offseason with several key free agents who could leave major holes on the roster. Dallas first opportunity to bolster its roster will...

Cowboy Country: Can Cowboys fix running game, Brandon Aubrey's future

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 2/5 2:18A Dallas Cowboys On SI

While the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles are preparing for the Big Game, the Cowboys are still working to fill out their staff. Or may, just for once, they aren t...

Did Kansas City Chiefs replace Dallas Cowboys as 'America's Team'? CNN anchor thinks so

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 2/5 1:01A Austin American-Statesman

CNN sports anchor argues that Kansas City Chiefs deserves the title of America s Team as Dallas Cowboys have failed to win a Super Bowl since 1996.

Cowboys Headlines: Zack Martin mulling future, KC owner praises Schotty, Irvin and T.O. beefing

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 2/5 1:00A Cowboys Wire

Super Bowl Week always brings out more than a few wacky stories from around the NFL, and not just from the teams playing in

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Best Physician & Doctor Loans in Dallas - Fort Worth

VIP Realty 2/5 4:50A rs@viprealtyinfo.com (VIP Realty

Physician & Doctor Loans in Dallas - Fort Worth For medical professionals in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area, homeownership can be both a rewarding milestone and a financial...

Recently Price-Reduced Dallas-Fort Worth Homes

VIP Realty 1/24 7:08A rs@viprealtyinfo.com (VIP Realty

Price-Reduced Dallas-Fort Worth Homes The Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) real estate market is dynamic and competitive, with opportunities for buyers to find their dream home at a...

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Irresistible Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies — Cake Mix Shortcut!

Cooking Chew 3/13 6:29A Andi Reis

Make these Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies With Cake Mix for a last-minute potluck or a late-night craving. Pat yourself on the back for baking at home with this easy cookie...

How to Roast a Whole Chicken (Easy, Juicy & Perfect Every Time)

Cooking Chew 3/13 6:17A Renee Groskreutz

Oven-roasted chicken with onion and garlic powder. This recipe is simple and easy to do. Add some seasoning and place the chicken in the oven. Dinner is served! The post How...

Black Bean Tacos

Love and Lemons 3/13 3:36A Jeanine Donofrio

These black bean tacos are a really easy, SUPER flavorful dinner. They re packed with a delicious combination of simple ingredients: black beans, pickled cabbage, cilantro,...

Homemade Steak Pizza

Joyful Healthy Eats 3/12 11:00P Krista

Whether you whip it up for dinner or as an appetizer, this Homemade Steak Pizza will make your taste buds dance! With juicy steak, whipped goat cheese, peppery arugula, and a nice mix of veggies, it s...

21 Irresistible Condensed Milk Cookie Recipes

Cooking Chew 3/12 7:48A Renee Groskreutz

These 21 condensed milk cookie recipes are sure to please! With a variety of flavors and textures to choose from, there's a cookie recipe here for everyone. The post 21...

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Effortless Cleanliness: The Key to a Tidy and Stress-Free Home

Days of a Domestic Dad 3/13 9:31P Colby

Maintaining a clean and organized home can feel like an endless battle, especially when life gets busy. Between work, family, and personal commitments, cleaning often takes a...