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UTD Global Expands University’s Academic Outreach

City of Richardson to Relocate Historic Miss Belle’s House to Huffhines Park

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08/27/2025 - Hole Sponsor Workshop

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 8/11 5:38P

Whether it s your first time sponsoring a hole or you re looking to refresh your approach, this hands-on workshop will help you elevate your presence at the Richardson Chamber...

09/04/2025 - Ribbon Cutting - The Wash

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 8/11 5:38P

Help us welcome The Wash to the Richardson community with a ribbon cutting! This event is free and open to the public.

10/23/2025 - Community Event - Rocktoberfest Presented by Texas Counter Fitters

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 8/7 8:30A

Texas Counter Fitters invites you to our third annual ROCKTOBERFEST! With multiple stages and performances, you can rock out with one of our bands or watch Broadway Dallas students perform live. Enjoy...

08/13/2025 - Business Network - August 13

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 8/5 11:21P

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

City of Richardson to Relocate Historic Miss Belle’s House to Huffhines Park

Richardson Today 8/5 9:00A Bill Conrad

The City of Richardson is preparing to move Miss Belle’s House to a permanent location at Huffhines Park, 200 N. Plano Rd. The two-story Victorian home, originally built between 1886 and 1889, is one...

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CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW: GRANDMA YOGINI by Raven Howell, illustrated by Alexander Santos

Richardson BubbleLife iReporter 8/11 3:00A KAREN SIDDALL

Grandma Yogini by Raven Howell Illustrated by Alexander Santos This talented grandma is full of surprises! Grandma Yogini is a new childrens picture book by Raven Howell and illustrated by...

Summer to Fall Transitional Styles Under $100

Tanya Foster 8/5 3:00A Tanya Foster

Today let's talk summer to fall transitional styles. We are entering into that tricky season where it's hard to know what to wear. Let's take a look at some transitional pieces that are not only chic,...

A Taste of Luxury at Fairmont Dallas Pyramid Restaurant for DFW Restaurant Week

Richardson BubbleLife iReporter 8/1 5:50A Culver Public Relations

Experience elevated dining in the heart of downtown Dallas as Pyramid Restaurant at Fairmont Dallas proudly participates in DFW Restaurant Week 2025 for the entire month of August. Known for its...

Local Company Taking their Expertise International to Build Homes

Richardson BubbleLife iReporter 8/1 4:47A Carolyn Alvey

A team of 20 employees from Farmers Branch-based Expo Home Improvement will travel to Siguatepeque, Honduras August 2-9 to build five homes for five local families in need. Known for transforming...

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UTD Global Expands University’s Academic Outreach

UT Dallas News Center 8/7 3:00A mxj142230

Dr. Poonam Kumar is the director of UTD Global, which will use online and hybrid platforms to strengthen global partnerships and bring educational experiences to learners worldwide. UTD Global, a new...

Camp Kindles Kids’ Diploma Dreams with University Experience

UT Dallas News Center 8/7 12:00A mxj142230

By Veronica Gonzalez Clad in a New York Giants jersey, former NFL linebacker Keith Davis towered onstage in a lecture hall at The University of Texas at Dallas overlooking a sea of rainbow-colored...

UT Dallas reverses decision to cut track programs after feedback from community

CBS Dallas- Ft. Worth Education 7/31 7:08A Julia Falcon

Just a few days after announcing it would cut track and field programs , the University of Texas at Dallas is reversing the decision. A letter from the university's president...

Here's where to get free backpacks, school supplies, immunizations in North Texas before classes...

CBS Dallas- Ft. Worth Education 7/29 7:17A CBS Texas Staff

With the first day of school quickly approaching, some school districts and organizations are holding events to help North Texas children get ready. Events include backpack...

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Urban Cookhouse Now Open in Prosper

Crave DFW 8/11 9:31A Steven Doyle

Urban Cookhouse is set to debut its first Texas outpost at the Gates of Prosper on Monday, August 11. The popular “Buy Local. Eat Urban,” concept was originally introduced in Alabama. Owned and...

Bam’s Vegan is Comfort Food Reinvented

Crave DFW 8/11 7:23A Steven Doyle

Bam s Nachos Bam’s Vegan has emerged as one of the most thoughtful and flavorful forces in North Texas’ plant-based dining scene, and its growth tells a story of passion, community, and a clear vision...

Tiffany Derry Announces Star-Studded Shef F+W Lineup

Crave DFW 8/8 11:13A Steven Doyle

The heat is on this fall as Shef Food + Wine makes its much-anticipated return to Grand Prairie, Texas, from October 24–26, 2025. Tickets are now available for the festival’s second edition, curated...

Rosé to Rebuild: Texas Hill Country Wine Tasting for Flood Relief

Texas Winer Lover 8/8 1:09A Jeff Cope

Press Release Texas Hill Country Wineries (THCW), the trade association representing 69 member wineries in the Texas Hill Country, in partnership with Horseshoe Bay Resort,...

The Get Together Launches as the First Boxed Texas Wine

Texas Winer Lover 8/7 12:22A Jeff Cope

Photo by Big Thirst Press Release In a bold move that blends Texas terroir with modern wine trends, acclaimed Texas winery owner Ron Yates is proud to unveil The Get...

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Your Weekly Dose of Outfit Inspo!??

The Sister Studio 8/8 1:24A Jennifer Reed

TGIF, my friends! I can t believe the end of summer (at least for us!) is here. My kids start school next week and I feel like this summer has truly gone by in the blink of an eye. I ve been trying to...

WHY EVERY WOMAN OVER 50 NEEDS A GREAT T-SHIRT DRESS

The Middle Page 8/6 8:50A Cathy Williamson

Why Every Woman Over 50 Needs a Great T-Shirt Dress (Now and Into Fall) Let s talk about one of the most underrated pieces in a woman s wardrobe: the t-shirt dress . If you re over 50 and living in...

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Cowboys' Sam Williams Announces Claim On Jaydon Blue Injury: 'Take Care Of My Teammates!

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 8/11 10:23A Athlon Sports

Injuries have been piling up for the Dallas Cowboys as the grind of Brian Schottenheimer s physical training camp takes hold. The Cowboys say that they don t believe the...

Matt Eberflus reveals former Cowboys first-round pick is still in evaluation process

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 8/11 10:00A Dallas Cowboys On SI

The preseason opener did not go according to plan as the Cowboys looked undisciplined on both sides of the ball from the opening kick. New defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus...

Dolphins sign former Steelers RB after Alexander Mattison injury

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 8/11 9:51A Dolphins Wire

The Dolphins didn t wait long to add a new running back to the roster following Alexander Mattison s injury.

Brian Schottenheimer fires himself from 'leadership' role after going full Ricky Bobby

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 8/11 9:29A Dallas Cowboys On SI

The Dallas Cowboys had a less than ideal start to the preseason slate of the schedule with an ugly performance against the Los Angeles Rams this past Saturday. Not a lot of...

Matt Eberflus reveals biggest issue with Cowboys' defense in preseason loss

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 8/11 9:27A Dallas Cowboys On SI

The Dallas Cowboys defense has left a lot to be desired thus far in training camp, and those issues continued in their 31-21 loss in the preseason opener to the Los Angeles...

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Tips for easing back to school anxiety in kids

Spectrum Local News Health 8/10 7:32A Nicole Clark, PhD

For many kids, going back to school triggers anxiety and even depression. But for parents, there are strategies to help your kids adjust.

North Texas area's largest hospitals, 2025

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 8/8 12:00A

ABOUT THE LIST: DBJ combined multiple data sources for this list, including hospital surveys; Texas Acute Care Hospital Utilization Reports from 2023 and 2024 from the Texas...

New clinic opens in North Texas community considered a health care desert

Spectrum Local News Health 8/6 5:32A Valencia Jones

A 2024 Tarleton University study shows over 75% of Texas counties lack adequate access to medical specialists.

UT Southwestern again named region's top hospital by US News

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 7/30 7:35A Paul Livengood

U.S. News has a new list of the best hospitals in North Texas and across the state. Hospitals are ranked overall and by specialty.

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Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake (5 Ingredients!)

Joyful Healthy Eats 8/17 11:00P Krista

This Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake recipe is an easy 5 ingredient classic! Made with cherry pie filling, crushed pineapple and yellow cake mix, it s a simple dessert recipe that hits all the right notes....

Refugee Farm Programs Harmed by Federal Cuts

Civil Eats 8/17 10:01P Caleb Hampton

On a cool morning in early June, Ram Khatiwoda, the farm coordinator at the New Roots farm in West Sacramento, California, took a visitor through the garden plots on a strip of land sandwiched between...

No Bake Cookies

Love and Lemons 8/17 3:30A Jeanine Donofrio

Who else loves no bake cookies?! Made with simple ingredients like oats, peanut butter, and cocoa powder, these classic treats are chewy, fudgy, and packed with delicious...

CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW - SPOONS: A FAMILY STORY OF ENDURING LOSS by J. Corn

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 8/15 3:00A KAREN SIDDALL

Spoons by J. Corn Colorful, simple, and comforting story about missing and remembering our loved ones who have passed on. Spoons by J. Corn is a helpful childrens picture book about how we can...

Creamy Potato Salad with Bacon

Joyful Healthy Eats 8/14 11:00P Krista

Don t let the creamy dressing fool you! This Potato Salad with Bacon is a lightened up recipe, but it packs in lots of big, bold flavor with bacon, hardboiled eggs, fresh chives, and a creamy mustard...