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Dallas Economic Development Corp officially names Linda McMahon CEO

Dallas Business Journal 5/8 8:11A Plamedie Ifasso

The Dallas Economic Development Corp was formed in 2022 and aims to support local businesses, promote economic development and enhance infrastructure in Dallas.

Popular ramen spot Wabi House to open new location at The Star

Dallas Business Journal 5/8 8:01A Noor Adatia

For Wabi House, the process of finding a third location began in early 2022, said partner and operator Christopher Huynh. Gaylord Parkway is a major thoroughfare in an...

Dallas cocktail bar Black Swan Saloon making return 'flight' in new location

Dallas Business Journal 5/8 5:19A Rachel Snyder – WFAA

The Black Swan Saloon operated in Deep Ellum from 2010 until it closed during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. It is preparing to reopen in East Dallas.

06/12/2024 - Ribbon Cutting - Nexrage Studios - Jun 12

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 5/7 4:06P

Join us in welcoming Nexrage Studios to the Richardson Chamber and community! *open to the public*

Youth Citizens Police Academy Celebrates 10th Anniversary

Richardson Today 5/7 10:42A Monica Rana

PROGRAM IS OPEN TO TEENS AGE 13-17 A decade ago, the Richardson Police Department held its first Youth Citizens Police Academy, and now it’s getting ready for its biggest...

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Family Gateway Is Shifting From A Lunch “Opportunity” To Dancing With “Denim And Diamonds”

My Sweet Charity 5/8 6:31A Jeanne Prejean

Denim and Diamonds with Neal McCoy* Unlike years past, when Family Gateway held its Gateway to Opportunity featuring such speakers as former First Lady Laura Bush , her daughters Jenna Bush Hager and...

Each Moment Matter’s Keynoter Christy Cashman To Share Her “Unbridled” Story Of Coping With Loss

My Sweet Charity 5/7 6:30A Jeanne Prejean

Jane Seymour and Christy Cashman have a lot in common. Besides both being actresses, producers and writers, they both understand the process of coping with grief. Jane Seymour (File photo) Christy...

Mental Health Is Focus Of Latest Communities Foundation Fundraising Campaign With Matching Gifts

My Sweet Charity 5/6 12:30P Glenn Hunter

Communities Foundation of Texas campaign series* To mark Mental Health Awareness Month in May, the Ramesh and Kalpana Bhatia Family Foundation is teaming up with Communities Foundation of Texas to...

JUST IN: Courtney Derderian And Nina Sachse To Co-Chair 2025 Cattle Baron’s Ball

My Sweet Charity 5/6 8:30A Jeanne Prejean

As 2024 Cattle Baron s Ball Co-Chairs Lora Farris and Marjon Henderson are prepping final plans for the big hoedown for the American Cancer Society North Texas fundraiser at Southfork on Saturday,...

Highland Park All Alumni Spring Happy Hour

Richardson BubbleLife iReporter 5/6 2:20A Francie Johnsen

Come one, Come ALL to the Spring Highland Park High and all HPISD Alumni all classes Happy Hour at the Barley House tomorrow May 7 5:30pm to 7:30pm! Catch up with alumni from all classes for this fun...

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For New Grad, Callier Has Always Been at Her Side, in Her Heart

UT Dallas News Center 5/8 3:00A mxj142230

Megan Cantwell stands next to a photo of her younger self (right) at the Callier Center for Communication Disorders in Dallas. Cantwell, who received a cochlear implant from the team at Callier and UT...

Comets Get Ready for Launch of Spring Commencement Ceremonies

UT Dallas News Center 5/3 2:00A mxj142230

More than 5,100 students are expected to participate in the 13 school ceremonies and the doctoral hooding during spring commencement, which begins May 10. On May 10, U.S. Space Force Capt. Jessica...

Investiture Ceremony Celebrates New Endowed Professors, Chairs

UT Dallas News Center 5/1 3:00A mxj142230

Eight outstanding faculty members at The University of Texas at Dallas were honored April 18 during the 2024 Investiture Ceremony at which their new endowed titles were officially announced before...

Distinguished Alumni, Supporters Honored at 20th Awards Gala

UT Dallas News Center 4/26 2:00A mxj142230

Honorees at the 2024 UT Dallas Awards Gala include (from left) Derrick D. Morgan BA’99; Richard Kurjan MA’82; Sejal Desai MBA’99; Dr. Navzer Engineer MS’02, PhD’04; Elaine Padovani PhD’77; Charmaine...

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Mountain Mike’s Pizza Inks Multi-Unit Development Deal In Southern Washington

Restaurant News 5/8 8:07A RestaurantNews.com

Leading Family-Style Pizza Chain Has 13 Restaurants in Development in the Evergreen State Newport Beach, CA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Mountain Mike’s Pizza , a leading...

O’Charley’s Invites Guests to a Mother’s Day Celebration Featuring Extended Sunday Brunch Hours,...

Restaurant News 5/8 7:28A RestaurantNews.com

Nashville, TN ( RestaurantNews.com ) As Mother’s Day approaches, O’Charley’s Restaurant + Bar invites families to celebrate and show appreciation for their O’mazing Moms....

Hendrix Restaurant Looks To Indulge Moms in a Culinary Celebration This Mother’s Day

Restaurant News 5/8 6:34A RestaurantNews.com

The restaurant, which is located at Ocean Ranch, is celebrating Mother s Day with a brunch buffet, prix fixe dinner and the debut rollout of C&C Caviar and Champagne offerings...

Discover Fresh-Picked Berries at Bob Evans Farmhouse Kitchen This Mother’s Day

Restaurant News 5/8 6:10A RestaurantNews.com

( RestaurantNews.com ) Bob Evans Farmhouse Kitchen welcomes back hand-picked, vine-ripened strawberries for the Spring and Summer months. This year, guests will also be...

Blossoming Mother’s Day Brunch at Sheraton Dallas

Crave DFW 5/8 6:05A Steven Doyle

Sheraton Dallas , is hosting an indulgent Mother’s Day brunch buffet to celebrate the mothers and special women in your life on Sunday, May 12 from 11:00 am until 2:00 pm. Open Palette , located...

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Jen-A-Peño is HERE!!! My Chomps box is LIVE!

The Sister Studio 5/5 5:40A Jennifer Reed

JEN-A-PEÑO IS HERE!!! You guys!!! I cannot even express to y all how excited I am about this! Today is the day, my Chomps limited edition Jen-a-peño box is HERE !!! They gave us their biggest discount...

BREAK OUT THE SUMMER DRESSES // FEATURING JULIA AMORY

The Middle Page 5/4 4:53A Cathy Williamson

BREAK OUT THE SUMMER DRESSES // FEATURING JULIA AMORY Hello, ladies! I hope you have had a fantastic week! Mine has been a whirlwind! I left last Sunday for Scottsdale, Arizona, on a retreat with the...

BEST of AMAZON!??????

The Sister Studio 4/30 1:19A Jennifer Reed

Happy Tuesday, friends!! I loved putting together this newsletter for y all today because this month s Amazon finds were just so, SO good!! I found so many items that are great quality and are...

TEN OF THE BEST SPRING SHIRTS

The Middle Page 4/27 4:49A Cathy Williamson

Hi, ladies! I hope you have had a great week! It s been a hectic one for sure around here! I am running a few errands today and packing because I head out tomorrow for a week. I am flying to...

Don’t Miss This!

The Sister Studio 4/25 11:27P Jennifer Reed

You guys, we made it to Friday!! The weekend is HERE, and I am so ready for it! I do feel like this week has flown by between school stuff for the kids, sports, and everything in between, it s been a...

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Cowboys bring in a WR with family ties for a visit, end comeback of Martavis Bryant

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 5/8 9:15A Fort Worth Star-Telegram

Zay Jones was born in Dallas and is the son of Cowboys Super Bowl champion linebacker Robert Jones.

Here’s why Cowboys had such a lackluster UDFA haul in 2024

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 5/8 4:37A Cowboys Wire

A look into why Dallas UDFA haul was a lot less heralded than many are used to. | From @KDDrummondNFL

Texas Rangers score 10 runs in second inning, beat Oakland Athletics 15-8

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/8 1:17A Associated Press

Texas’ 15 runs matched a season high, and its 19 hits set a new mark.

Gilgeous-Alexander has 29 points to help Thunder roll past Mavericks in Game 1 of West semifinals

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/8 12:35A Associated Press

Gilgeous-Alexander had 29 points, nine rebounds and nine assists to help Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Dallas Mavericks 117-95 on Tuesday night.

Avalanche got legs under them in another comeback to beat fading Stars in 2nd-round opener

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/8 12:04A Associated Press

Colorado had its first three-goal comeback in a playoff game since 1997.

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Six Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Home

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 5/6 5:22A Steve Smith

Are you in the market for a new home? Exciting times lie ahead! However, the journey to homeownership can be fraught with pitfalls if you’re not careful. From overlooking crucial details to making...

Protect Your Investment: Hire a Buyer’s Agent

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 4/29 10:16A Steve Smith

In these challenging times, when making one of your most important financial decisions, it’s more important than ever to align yourself with a trusted real estate agent who can provide the necessary...

The Texas Heat is Coming

VIP Realty 4/27 4:09A tom@57realty.com (Thomas Heinz)

Welcome to the Lone Star State Whether you're moving from the bustling streets of New York or the sunny coasts of California, one thing you'll notice pretty quickly is the...

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Dallas-based Steward Health Care files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 5/6 10:48A Ryan Lynch

The for-profit, physician-owned system — and 166 of its affiliated debtors — filed May 6 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas.

Latticework brings in $345M for health care investments

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 5/3 9:25A Holden Wilen

Latticework Capital Management, which focuses on making control investments in lower-middle market health care companies, has closed its second major fund. Read on to learn...

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