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10/22/2026 - WIL Social: Holiday Hosting Hacks

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 10/1 7:48A

Get holiday-ready with our Women in Leadership Committee! Join us for a festive happy hour featuring two hands-on workshops designed to make holiday hosting easier and more...

10/11/2026 - Richardson Symphony Sunset Serenade: Pops & Movie Magic

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 9/28 9:10P

Join the Richardson Symphony Orchestra and UT Dallas for a free outdoor concert! We encourage residents from every corner of our community to spread out a picnic blanket under...

10/22/2026 - Committee meeting - Women in Leadership

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 9/28 6:34A

Women in Leadership Committee planning meeting open to interested Chamber members. Contact us for details.

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10/21/2026 - Collin Leadership Policy Summit

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 9/25 11:04A

Collin College, the Richardson Chamber of Commerce, and our other community partners cordially invite you to a half-day policy summit exploring the issues shaping the future of North Texas. Learn more...

10/21/2026 - Business Network - Oct 21

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 9/25 11:04A

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

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Noted Historian Becomes Director of Ackerman Center

UT Dallas News Center 9/25 1:00A mxj142230

By Veronica Gonzalez Dr. Mark Celinscak, who most recently served as executive director of the Sam and Frances Fried Holocaust and Genocide Academy at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, joined UT...

Callier, Brain Sciences, Student Programs Inspire Giving

UT Dallas News Center 9/25 12:00A mxj142230

By Stephanie Ghandour UT Dallas students wrote thank-you cards to supporters of University programs on North Texas Giving Day. The University of Texas at Dallas community celebrated North Texas Giving...

Comet Gains Fame for Outwitting AI’s Hacking Attempt

UT Dallas News Center 9/18 2:15A mxj142230

By Kim Horner Computer science junior Sinan Can Demir wasn’t fooled by an artificial intelligence agent that tried to submit malicious code on GitHub and created fake users designed to deter...

Researcher Explores Estrogen’s Role in Delaying Psychosis

UT Dallas News Center 9/18 1:00A mxj142230

By Stephen Fontenot Dr. Katherine Damme received a two-year grant for more than $500,000 from the National Institute of Mental Health to examine how estrogen levels in late childhood through early...

Meet the New Vice President for Communications, Marketing

UT Dallas News Center 9/17 11:00P mxj142230

By Kim Horner Jennifer Hollingshead, who joined UT Dallas as vice president for communications and marketing on Sept. 1, served in similiar positions at the University of Oklahoma, Rutgers...

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Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival Announces Full Weekend Lineup

Texas Winer Lover 9/29 12:11A Jeff Cope

Discover the Fredericksburg Food Wine Festival lineup for 2026. Enjoy great food, wine, and unique experiences in the heart of Texas. Read More

Oktoberfests, Idina Menzel and the State Fair: Your Big DFW Weekend Guide

Crave DFW 9/25 8:45P Steven Doyle

North Texas doesn t do quiet weekends in late September, and this one might be the busiest of the fall. The State Fair opens Friday. There s a German festival in McKinney, a Broadway legend at the...

Formando Vineyards to Open New Texas Hill Country Tasting Room on October 1

Texas Winer Lover 9/24 9:55A Jeff Cope

Formando Vineyards in the Texas Hill Country is set to open October 1st, 2026. The winery north of Fredericksburg features wines with fruit grown at its Willow Creek estate....

Isaac Rousso Brings Fair Park’s Old Mill Inn Back to Life

Crave DFW 9/24 7:08A Steven Doyle

The paddlewheel is turning again at Fair Park. If you grew up going to the State Fair, you know the Old Mill Inn by sight. It s the timber-and-stone building on Grand Avenue with the big water wheel...

Six DFW Roasters Worth a Detour This National Coffee Day

Crave DFW 9/24 6:06A Steven Doyle

Cultivar National Coffee Day lands on Tuesday, September 29, and the chains will spend it handing out free cups with an app download. Fine. Take the freebie if it s on your way. Then spend the rest of...

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Ogunbowale scores WNBA playoff-record 45 as Wings win in OT to force deciding game with Valkyries

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/1 2:32A Associated Press

The Wings are trying to reach the semifinals for the second time in six postseason appearances since moving to the Dallas area in 2016.

Texas coach Sarkisian says Longhorns need to cut out unacceptable celebrations after big plays

Spectrum Local News Sports 9/29 3:21A Associated Press

Defensive end Colin Simmons was penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct after he mimicked urinating on the field.

Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager finished the season with a bone spur in his elbow

Spectrum Local News Sports 9/29 3:01A Associated Press

Chris Young, the team's president of baseball operations, said Monday that Seager had the issue for a couple of months.

A pair of unlikely playoff teams collide as the Astros face the White Sox in AL Wild Card Series

Spectrum Local News Sports 9/29 2:35A Associated Press

The two improbable playoff teams will meet in a best-of-three AL Wild Card Series starting Tuesday in Houston.

Revitalized Rangers win home finale to go into final weekend still with AL West title chance

Spectrum Local News Sports 9/25 2:36A Associated Press

The mood had changed completely for the Rangers by time they got back to the ballpark for their home finale while still trying to get in the playoffs.

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Weekly Meal Plan #41

Joyful Healthy Eats 10/16 10:00P Krista

This healthy weekly meal plan has 5 days of easy breakfast and dinner recipes made from real, wholesome ingredients and a high protein focus in mind. Grab the free printable shopping list to make meal...

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Spiced Apple Cider Sangria

Joyful Healthy Eats 10/14 10:00P Krista

This spiced apple cider sangria gives a fall-inspired spin to everyone s favorite wine cocktail! Crisp white wine combines with apple cider, bourbon or brandy, fresh apples and oranges, and cozy...

Op-ed: There’s a Future for Farming in Chicago and Cities Beyond

Civil Eats 10/12 9:00P Kelly Larsen

By Kelly Larsen * October 13, 2026 Conservation efforts can help prevent the loss of land that is currently stymying small farming. Read the full article

Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts

Joyful Healthy Eats 10/7 10:00P Krista

These hot honey Brussels sprouts are a side dish so irresistible, you might just want to make a meal out of them! Crispy, caramelized, sweet, and spicy, they re finished with a shower of Parmesan...

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