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2026 Richardson Reads One Book Announced

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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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04/30/2026 - Leadership Richardson Info Session - April 30

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 4/2 5:17P

Want to know more about all things Leadership Richardson?

04/28/2026 - Community Event - Repositioning For Audit Readiness: How To Get Your Books In Order For...

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 4/1 3:10P

Is your nonprofit audit-ready or at risk? Join us for an informative virtual session, Repositioning for Audit Readiness: How to Get Your Books in Order for an Audit, led by...

04/20/2026 - Community Event - Imani Unfolded: A Virtual Reality Immersive Experience

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 4/1 3:10P

Christ Community in Richardson, TX, has provided missions support to Imani Collective since 2003. Imani Collective is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit on a mission to break the cycle of...

2026 Richardson Reads One Book Announced

Richardson Today 4/1 3:25A Jarrod Cheatham

The Trouble with Heroes by Kate Messner Richardson Reads One Book announced Kate Messner’s “The Trouble with Heroes,” as this year’s RROB selection. The book, from The New York Times best selling...

04/30/2026 - Community Event: Best of Richardson 2026 – Final Day to Submit Nominations

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 3/31 2:57P

Today is your final opportunity to be nominated for the 2026 Best of Richardson. If your business hasn t been nominated yet, this is the moment to take action. Nominations...

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BOOK REVIEW: THE THROWBACK (WEST COAST MYSTERY, #2) by C.S. Cowan

Richardson BubbleLife iReporter 3/31 5:00A KAREN SIDDALL

The Throwback West Coast Mystery, #2 by C.S. Cowan Complex and compelling, a riveting mystery of murder, betrayal, and revenge. The Throwback is the second book by author C.S. Cowan in her...

Our Backyard & Pool Transformation with Frontgate

Tanya Foster 3/29 9:21A Tanya Foster

Recently I have been getting so many questions on my Instagram stories about my backyard! We updated and renovated our backyard four years ago, so I thought I would re-share all of the details before...

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Study: Elected Officials Tend To Discount Social Media Input

UT Dallas News Center 3/31 6:00A mxj142230

A University of Texas at Dallas political scientist and his colleagues have found that elected officials put much more stock in in-person communication with their constituents than they do in messages...

Emotions in Motion: How Movement May Signal Mental Health Issues

UT Dallas News Center 3/27 4:00A mxj142230

Biomedical engineering senior Ian Y. Kim wears a motion capture suit during an experiment in the Neuromuscular and Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Lab at UT Dallas. New University of Texas at Dallas...

Giving Days To Celebrate Decade of Impact for Comet Causes

UT Dallas News Center 3/27 12:00A mxj142230

Staff, faculty and students celebrate during the kickoff breakfast for Comets Giving Days 2025. Over the last nine years, Comets Giving Days has raised more than $10 million. On April 7 and 8, Comets...

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Lounge Here: Dallas’ Unassuming Culinary Retreat

Crave DFW 4/3 9:21A Steven Doyle

Lounge Here in East Dallas distinguishes itself by doing the opposite: it invites diners to slow down, settle in, and experience food and atmosphere on its own terms. The result is a rare combination...

Hutchins BBQ Ships Via Goldbelly: A Taste of Texas Anywhere

Crave DFW 4/3 7:18A Steven Doyle

When a package from Hutchins BBQ arrives via Goldbelly , it carries more than just smoked meat—it delivers a carefully preserved slice of Texas barbecue culture. Known for its meticulous approach to...

Soak Up the Vibes at Sweet Firefly

Crave DFW 4/3 6:24A Steven Doyle

In Richardson, Texas, Sweet Firefly offers a refreshingly creative take on the classic American ice cream shop. Located at 2701 Custer Parkway, this cozy, inviting parlor has become a favorite among...

New Texas Law Introduces Sweet Tea Wine… and a Bluebonnet Twist

Texas Winer Lover 4/1 3:04A Jeff Cope

If you’ve been following Texas legislation lately, you know there always seems to be something new coming out of Austin. Well, here’s one you probably didn’t see coming....

Ron Yates Opens New Winery Tasting Room in the Texas Hill Country

Texas Winer Lover 4/1 2:23A Jeff Cope

Ron Yates in front of the new Ron Yates tasting room Press Release Ron Yates has opened a new winery Tasting Room in Hye, Texas, marking the winery’s 10th anniversary and...

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BEST??OF??AMAZON??

The Sister Studio 3/31 3:51A Jennifer Reed

Happy Tuesday, my friends! I can t believe Easter is already this weekend this spring is flying by! I rounded up all of my favorites from the month of March here for you, including all my top picks...

?? MAJOR SALES INSIDE!!

The Sister Studio 3/27 5:07A Jennifer Reed

TGIF, my friends!! I hope everyone had a great week. Camden and Remi are both getting braces today, so it s a BIG day in our house! If you have kids with braces, let me know any tips and tricks, I m...

HONEYLOVE SHAPEWEAR REVIEW

The Middle Page 3/26 4:12A Cathy Williamson

Honeylove Shapewear Review: The First Time I Didn’t Rip It Off After Dinner Hello, ladies! Today, I wanted to give you an honest review of a few shapewear pieces that I recently got from Honeylove. If...

JUST IN: Spring Savings, and MORE!

The Sister Studio 3/23 3:51A Jennifer Reed

Happy Monday, my friends! We had the BEST time in Colorado for Spring Break this last week. It honestly flew by, but there is something so nice about getting home and getting back into your routine so...

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Hubbard's bold finish gives him a 1-shot lead in Texas Open

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/3 3:12A Associated Press

Hubbard broke out of six-way tie for the lead that included Tony Finau, among dozens of players hopeful of a win to get into the Masters next week.

Jake Oettinger beats Connor Hellebuyck in matchup of Team USA goaltenders as Stars blank Jets 3-0

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/3 3:07A Associated Press

Oettinger was an Olympic backup while Winnipeg’s Connor Hellebuyck backstopped Team USA to the gold medal.

Olivia Miles and Marta Suarez teamed up at TCU and trying to get past Sweet 16 in March Madness

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/25 9:32A Associated Press

The gritty competitors in short time have created quite a bond on and off the court with each other and teammates.

PGA Tour starts the two-step Texas swing

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/24 6:00A Associated Press

Scottie Scheffler was planning to play until withdrawing on Tuesday. His wife is pregnant with their second child.

SEC surge takes over March Madness with 6 teams in Sweet 16, setting up conference showdowns

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/24 3:38A Associated Press

Top seeds South Carolina and Texas cruised into the regional semifinals of the women's NCAA Tournament.

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New Children's Health hospital campus receives another $100 million gift

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 4/2 1:53A Plamedie Ifasso

The $100 million donation will result in the construction of the Stephens Greth Tower at the Moody Children's Hospital

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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...