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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...

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Carter Creek and South Coast Wineries Win Medals at 2025 Sunset International Competition

Texas Winer Lover 8/12 12:31A Jeff Cope

Press Release Carter Creek Winery and South Coast Winery , both owned by family-operated Carter Hospitality, earned distinction among the best in the West, bringing home...

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,...

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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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Dallas-Fort Worth Airbnb owners anticipating large turnout for World Cup

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/12 6:15A Valencia Jones

The 2026 World Cup is expected to bring a big economic boost to the Metroplex, and the hospitality industry is ready to cash in.

Fantasy Football Video: Is Dak back? — Why the Cowboys QB could be a mid-round steal in your draft

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 8/12 5:42A Yahoo Sports

Is Cowboys QB Dak Prescott officially back? The Yahoo Fantasy Forecast podcast discusses how he s a mid-round steal for fantasy football.

'Under no circumstance am I panicked or worried' - Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer gets real...

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 8/12 5:41A AtoZ Sports

Former Tennessee Vols quarterback Joe Milton looked fantastic during the first couple of weeks of training camp with the Dallas Cowboys. Milton looked so good during practices...

Cowboys' Traeshon Holden Makes 53-Man Roster Push In Rams Preseason Loss

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 8/12 5:33A Athlon Sports

Dallas Cowboys undrafted rookie free agent receiver Traeshon Holden stated in training camp that he was coming for heads, and after his exploits in the 31-21 loss to the Los...

Why Stephen A. Smith called Cowboys fans 'the problem'

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 8/12 5:31A ClutchPoints | Dallas Cowboys Ne

It s been a trainwreck of an offseason so far for the Dallas Cowboys, who recently saw their situation somehow get even worse when Micah Parsons publicly requested a trade...

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Advocates worry drug overdoses will rise due to federal cuts

Spectrum Local News Health 8/12 4:15A Geraldine Torrellas

Overdose deaths declined between 2023 to 2024 and advocates attribute this to naloxone distribution.

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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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...

Stuffed Spaghetti Squash: A Healthy Take on a Classic Dinner ?

Cooking Chew 8/14 11:54A Renee Groskreutz

A hearty and healthy take on a classic spaghetti dinner, this stuffed spaghetti squash is roasted until tender, filled with a savory meat sauce, and topped with gooey cheese....

BBQ Kielbasa Appetizer Recipe (Sweet & Glazed Bites!)

Cooking Chew 8/14 8:53A Renee Groskreutz

Learn how to make this easy BBQ kielbasa appetizer with just 6 ingredients. These sweet, glazed bites are perfect for parties, game day, or any gathering where you want to...

Easy 5-Minute White Bean Dip Recipe (Healthy & Creamy)

Cooking Chew 8/14 8:34A Andi Reis

Learn how to make this creamy white bean dip in just 5 minutes using simple pantry ingredients. This healthy appetizer is protein-rich and perfect for any occasion. The post...