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Dallas Olympian Sha'Carri Richardson pleads not guilty to speeding charge in Florida

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Top Stories: ➊ – Our Backyard & Pool Transformation with Frontgate (Sunday), ➋ – BEST??OF??AMAZON?? (Tuesday), ➌ – Release: USDA Halts Rural Energy Efficiency Investments (Wednesday), ➍ – Texas Wines That Work Best When the Night Slows Down (Sunday), ➎ – Study: Elected Officials Tend To Discount Social Media Input (Tuesday)

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02/18/2026 - Business Network - Feb 18

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 2/12 4:37P

Join us every Wednesday at the Richardson Chamber for Richardson Business Network, fostering connections among local professionals. Whether you re a seasoned entrepreneur or...

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03/11/2026 - Public Policy - State of DART with Nadine Lee

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 2/11 10:02A

Join us for a State of DART conversation with Nadine Lee, President and CEO of Dallas Area Rapid Transit , as she shares a timely update on the core challenges facing DART and its member cities,...

02/14/2026 - OHB Mardi Gras 2026

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 2/10 4:34A

We always celebrate Mardi Gras on the Saturday before Fat Tuesday. This year that Saturday lands on Valentine s Day, and we re turning the brewery into the Big Easy from open...

03/11/2026 - Ribbon Cutting - Shakti Creative Wellness Center

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 2/6 6:19A

You are invited to the ribbon cutting of Shakti Creative Wellness Center! Join us as we welcome them to the community and celebrate with a Ribbon Cutting. *open to the...

Dallas Olympian Sha'Carri Richardson pleads not guilty to speeding charge in Florida

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth Local News 2/5 8:18A Ana Maria Soler

Olympic medalist and Dallas native Sha'Carri Richardson pleaded not guilty Wednesday to excessive speeding after she was arrested last week in Florida. On Jan. 29, Richardson was going 104 mph on a...

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A Heart-Healthy Life Starts with Everyday Choices

Richardson BubbleLife iReporter 2/1 12:00A Liz McGathey

Februarys American Heart Month is a timely reminder that caring for your heart isnt just about responding to emergencies its about the small, intentional choices we make every day. As the season of...

Best Valentine’s Date Night Ideas in Fort Worth (A Local’s Guide)

A Cowboys Life 1/31 6:34A Chastity Velasquez

When Valentine’s Day rolls around, I’m all about experiences — not just dinner reservations. Fort Worth does romance right when you know where to go, whether that means...

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Comet Is Premed, Published and on Path To Boost Career Prospects

UT Dallas News Center 2/3 3:00A mxj142230

Healthcare studies junior Jayson Mahalik, who published an abstract in a peer-reviewed medical journal and started a student club, is working with the Health Professions Advising Center to help his...

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Legacy West Celebrates Mardi Gras on Fat Tuesday

Crave DFW 2/12 7:43A Steven Doyle

Legacy West will host its 5th Annual Fat Tuesday Parade on February 17 , bringing a festive yet family-friendly Mardi Gras celebration to Plano. The evening will be led by the Townview Big D Band and...

Events: These Texas Wineries Want You to Join Them

Texas Winer Lover 2/11 4:52A Jeff Cope

The Texas Wine Lover website Guide and mobile app include many features designed to help you decide which wineries, meaderies, cideries, and local businesses to visit. Over...

Kafi BBQ Delivers a Memorable Smoke Experience

Crave DFW 2/10 9:07A Steven Doyle

Located in Irving at 8140 N MacArthur Blvd, Kafi BBQ is quietly rewriting what a barbecue destination can be. Owner Salahodeen Abdul-Kafi brings a meticulous eye to every cut, every smoke, and every...

Terra Dallas: Wood-Fired Italian and Rooftop Dining at NorthPark

Crave DFW 2/10 7:25A Steven Doyle

In Eataly NorthPark Center , Terra offers a refreshing escape from the city’s pace, transporting diners to a space that feels both elevated and intimate. The restaurant blends the casual elegance of a...

Enter the Caviar & McNugget Kit, Sort Of

Crave DFW 2/10 6:21A Steven Doyle

For a moment, it sounded like a punchline: caviar at McDonald’s . The kind of rumor that feels engineered for disbelief, equal parts luxury fantasy and internet mischief. Yet the story carried just...

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?This Month’s Winners Are….

The Sister Studio 1/31 4:24A Jennifer Reed

Happy Saturday, my friends! I hope everyone is staying warm this week, and has some fun things planned for the weekend! We don’t have too much on the agenda this weekend and I’m so, so looking forward...

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Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg sidelined by left midfoot sprain, out for NBA's Rising Stars

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/12 3:40A Associated Press

The injury occurred in their 120-111 loss at Phoenix a night earlier, the Mavericks announced Wednesday.

Defending champ Texas, Texas Tech and Oklahoma among favorites for softball national title

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/10 6:24A Associated Press

Texas is a veteran squad filled with players who have largely come up through the program.

Veteran reliever Ryan Brasier agrees to minor league contract with Texas Rangers

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/10 5:25A Associated Press

The deal was announced by the Rangers on Tuesday, the same day as the team’s first workout for pitchers and catchers in Surprise, Arizona.

The ball bounced Castle's way for a career-high 40 points in triple-double in Spurs' win over Mavs

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/8 10:00A Associated Press

At 21 years old, Stephon Castle is the youngest player in NBA history with a 40-point triple-double.

Super Bowl is set to draw in $1.7 billion in legal wagers

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/7 9:00A Michael Lozano

The Lone Star State is one of 11 states that do not allow gambling or sports betting, but Texans are still placing wagers.

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Mexico state steps up health screening in schools as measles cases grow nationwide

Spectrum Local News Health 2/10 2:52A Associated Press

Through Feb. 6, there were 2,143 confirmed measles cases nationwide and nearly 6,000 suspected cases.

Report shows Texas ACA health care enrollment increased despite subsidies ending

Spectrum Local News Health 2/6 2:30A Valencia Jones

There has been rising costs of health care after ACA subsidies ended in December. However, the latest numbers show enrollment increased in Texas.

Texas jails have more than 400 pregnant inmates monthly. The state is studying what happens to...

Spectrum Local News Health 2/3 5:14A Associated Press

The state is now collecting information about pregnant inmates' prenatal care, mental health indicators, pregnancy outcomes and more.

Colossal snags $60 million in new funding, selects site for first BioVault

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 2/3 1:55A Will Anderson

Colossal Biosciences has struck a major partnership with the United Arab Emirates that will result in a major conservation effort getting off the ground in the country.

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Release: Cynthia Hayes Memorial Scholarship Now Accepting Applications

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 4/3 2:42A Laura Zaks

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Release: Cynthia Hayes Memorial Scholarship Welcomes...

USDA Pauses Rural Energy Grants Amid Anti-Renewables Push

Civil Eats 4/2 10:23A Rebekah Alvey

April 2, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has paused processing applications for a popular rural energy program, further delaying funds to farmers as high...

Related: Release: USDA Halts Rural Energy Efficiency Investments National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

Loaded Sweet Potato Fries

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/1 11:00P Krista

Whether you serve them as an appetizer, side dish, or just make a meal out of them, these loaded sweet potato fries are going to be a WIN. This game day favorite pairs crispy baked sweet potato wedges...

Comment: NSAC Condemns USDA’s Withdrawal of Support For Next Generation Farmers

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 4/1 10:19A Laura Zaks

For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Comment: NSAC Condemns USDA’s Withdrawal of Support For...