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Fort Worth voters approve hotel tax increase to fund convention center expansion

Dallas Business Journal 5/6 11:19A Seth Bodine

The 2% increase in hotel occupancy tax will provide millions to help fund Fort Worth's downtown convention center expansion. Read on to see what changes lie ahead, who the...

Lights Out, DFW! is asking for volunteers

NBCDFW.com (Local) 5/6 5:54A Lucy Ladis

What to Know Peak spring bird migration is from April 19 through May 12. Billions of birds migrate through Texas and are subject to light pollution. The Dallas-Fort Worth area is the third most...

How to celebrate: May is Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

NBCDFW.com (Local) 5/6 4:34A Alanna Quillen

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month . NBC 5 is highlighting North Texans who are proud of their culture and how it has shaped what it means to be part of...

Fort Worth Fire mourns death of Captain Thaddeus Raven

NBCDFW.com (Local) 5/5 10:37A De Anthony Taylor

The Fort Worth Fire Department and community members are mourning the death of a longtime firefighter and captain. On Sunday, fire officials confirmed on social media that...

Fort Worth Nonprofit provides critical mental disability services

NBCDFW.com (Local) 5/4 5:09A Evan Anderson

As we continue to highlight the importance of mental health awareness during the month of May, NBC 5 recognizes a Fort Worth faith based organization that is committed to...

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Spring 2024 Commencement to Graduate More Than 2,500

TCU News 5/6 9:55A kelli.lamers@tcu.edu (Kelli Lame

?Texas Christian University and Brite Divinity School will present degrees at three ceremonies on Saturday, May 11, at the Ed and Rae?Schollmaier?Arena.

Veterans Plaza to be Upgraded with University Drive Enhancements

TCU News 5/3 5:06A kelli.lamers@tcu.edu (Kelli Lame

TCU's plaza will be reworked?to improve pedestrian safety along this prominent corridor, while enhancing visibility and awareness of the Veterans Memorial.

Throwback Thursday: Chinese New Year Celebration at M.G. Ellis

FWISD News 5/3 4:35A

May is Asian American / Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

Wisdom Wednesday: Yo-Yo Ma

FWISD News 5/3 4:34A

May is Asian American / Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

Tarrant County College Celebrates Class of 2024 May 15-16

TCC News 5/1 10:48A PR Marketing

FORT WORTH, Texas — Tarrant County College will confer more than 9,000 diplomas and certificates during its 55th commencement celebration May 15 and 16 at Dickies Arena in...

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April Amazon Best Sellers

Brighton the Day 5/6 5:13A megan hopkins

We baaaaack with another list of Amazon best sellers. This is one of my favorite lists to pull each month because I love seeing what YOU love — and this month s collection is...

Varghese Summersett opens law office in Southlake

Community Impact 5/6 3:00A cthorn@communityimpact.com (Cody

The Fort Worth-based law firm has 3 offices now in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

Southlake’s $400M Carillon Parc project takes shape

Community Impact 5/5 7:00P cthorn@communityimpact.com (Cody

Progress has been made for a development that has seen five different owners and changes to the plan.

Amy’s Wish With Wings offers equine therapy in Southlake

Community Impact 5/5 7:00P kchaney@communityimpact.com (Kar

Amy Stefanko started taking horse riding lessons from Doreen Burton, owner of Ride with Pride Horsemanship School in Southlake when she was 5 years old. Amy’s mother, Tricia...

Where resilience meets success: Texas Gun Shows triumph over adversity

Community Impact 5/5 3:50A

As a teenager, Darwin Boedeker got a firsthand look at the gun show business while helping out at shows to make extra money.

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Mountain Mike’s Pizza Debuts Legendary Crispy, Curly Pepperoni and Mountain-Sized Pizzas in Greater...

Restaurant News 5/6 10:58A RestaurantNews.com

Mountain Mike s Pizza Opens in Cypress, Texas Leading Family-Style Pizza Chain Expands in Lone Star State with Cypress Restaurant Newport Beach, CA ( RestaurantNews.com ) ...

May Is National Bar-B-Que Month and Soulman’s Bar-B-Que Celebrates Their Rich Tradition of Meat on...

Restaurant News 5/3 9:45A RestaurantNews.com

Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) For half a century, the tantalizing aroma of low and slow-cooked meats has been the pride of the Soulman’s Bar-B-Que menu. As May arrives,...

A Deep Dive into the World of Winemaking – The Basics of Wine Grapes

Texas Wine Lover 5/3 12:15A Amie Nemec

Some links are affiliate links meaning at no additional cost to you, this site may get a small commission if you make a purchase . Veraison Whether you are a long-time wine lover or new to enjoying...

The Best Dishes Eater Dallas Ate in April

Eater Dallas 4/30 3:30A Courtney E. Smith

This month brings a German hot dog, potato pizza, whole-hog dinner, and more The amount of excellent food available in Dallas is dizzying, yet mediocre meals somehow keep worming their way into our...

O’Farrell Country Vineyards: Native Wines from Native Vines

Texas Wine Lover 4/30 12:03A Ron Martin

Tucked away in Deep East Texas amongst the beautiful pine-covered hills near Atlanta, my wife and I arrived at O’Farrell Country Vineyards . We were excited about this winery visit that will allow us...

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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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BB: Rams Season Comes to End in Oklahoma City

Texas Wesleyan Rams 5/4 2:22A

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – The opening round of the SAC Tournament was played on Friday at Jim Wade Stadium, featuring the fourth-seeded Texas Wesleyan University against...

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SB: Rams Split Day One of SAC Tournament

Texas Wesleyan Rams 5/4 12:36A

CHICKASHA, Okla. – The No. 6 Texas Wesleyan softball team competed in a highly competitive contest during game one of the Sooner Athletic Conference Tournament at Bill Smith...

WGOLF: Rams Punch Ticket to Nationals

Texas Wesleyan Rams 5/3 2:02A

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – (Championship Information) The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has announced the competing teams and individuals for the 29th...

MGOLF: Price Named Freshman of the Year with Long Earning Coach of the Year Awards

Texas Wesleyan Rams 5/3 12:46A

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - Colin Price of Texas Wesleyan earned this season's Conference Freshman of Year award while Rams Head Coach Kevin Long garnered the league's Coach of the...

T&F: Williams Leads Rams in Track Awards

Texas Wesleyan Rams 5/1 2:32A

Oklahoma City – Jaelynn Williams of Texas Wesleyan highlights this year's Sooner Athletic Conference Women's Track and Field All-Conference Teams as announced by the...

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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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