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Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Packet

City of Mesquite (Agendas) 2/5 4:42A

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Packet

Mesquite Honors Black History Month

City of Mesquite 2/4 4:51A

Throughout February, the City of Mesquite will host events, activities and recognitions to celebrate Black History Month.

Mesquite Library Advisory Board Agenda

City of Mesquite (Agendas) 1/29 3:20A

Mesquite Library Advisory Board Agenda

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A Heart-Healthy Life Starts with Everyday Choices

Mesquite BubbleLife iReporter 1/31 6:00P Liz McGathey

Februarys American Heart Month is a timely reminder that caring for your heart isnt just about responding to emergencies its about the small, intentional choices we make every day. As the season of...

Best Valentine’s Date Night Ideas in Fort Worth (A Local’s Guide)

A Cowboys Life 1/31 5:34A Chastity Velasquez

When Valentine’s Day rolls around, I’m all about experiences — not just dinner reservations. Fort Worth does romance right when you know where to go, whether that means...

CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW: ZIVA THE GREAT by Cindy J. Vanous

Mesquite BubbleLife iReporter 1/28 8:00P KAREN SIDDALL

Ziva the Great by Cindy J. Vanous Illustrated by Rebeckah Gerstner Lovely story with unexpected emotional depth. Ziva the Great is the name of a beautiful Maine Coon cat and the title of this...

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Events: These Texas Wineries Want You to Join Them

Texas Wine Lover 2/11 3:52A Jeff Cope

The Texas Wine Lover website Guide and mobile app include many features designed to help you decide which wineries, meaderies, cideries, and local businesses to visit. Over...

Kafi BBQ Delivers a Memorable Smoke Experience

Crave DFW 2/10 8:07A Steven Doyle

Located in Irving at 8140 N MacArthur Blvd, Kafi BBQ is quietly rewriting what a barbecue destination can be. Owner Salahodeen Abdul-Kafi brings a meticulous eye to every cut, every smoke, and every...

Terra Dallas: Wood-Fired Italian and Rooftop Dining at NorthPark

Crave DFW 2/10 6:25A Steven Doyle

In Eataly NorthPark Center , Terra offers a refreshing escape from the city’s pace, transporting diners to a space that feels both elevated and intimate. The restaurant blends the casual elegance of a...

Enter the Caviar & McNugget Kit, Sort Of

Crave DFW 2/10 5:21A Steven Doyle

For a moment, it sounded like a punchline: caviar at McDonald’s . The kind of rumor that feels engineered for disbelief, equal parts luxury fantasy and internet mischief. Yet the story carried just...

The Charles in Dallas Reimagined

Crave DFW 2/10 4:30A Steven Doyle

Since opening in 2018, The Charles —the inaugural concept from Dallas-based Duro Hospitality —has held a defining place in the city’s dining landscape. Now, the restaurant enters its next chapter with...

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?This Month’s Winners Are….

The Sister Studio 1/31 3:24A Jennifer Reed

Happy Saturday, my friends! I hope everyone is staying warm this week, and has some fun things planned for the weekend! We don’t have too much on the agenda this weekend and I’m so, so looking forward...

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Defending champ Texas, Texas Tech and Oklahoma among favorites for softball national title

Spectrum Local News (Sports) 2/10 5:24A Associated Press

Texas is a veteran squad filled with players who have largely come up through the program.

Veteran reliever Ryan Brasier agrees to minor league contract with Texas Rangers

Spectrum Local News (Sports) 2/10 4:25A Associated Press

The deal was announced by the Rangers on Tuesday, the same day as the team’s first workout for pitchers and catchers in Surprise, Arizona.

The ball bounced Castle's way for a career-high 40 points in triple-double in Spurs' win over Mavs

Spectrum Local News (Sports) 2/8 9:00A Associated Press

At 21 years old, Stephon Castle is the youngest player in NBA history with a 40-point triple-double.

Super Bowl is set to draw in $1.7 billion in legal wagers

Spectrum Local News (Sports) 2/7 8:00A Michael Lozano

The Lone Star State is one of 11 states that do not allow gambling or sports betting, but Texans are still placing wagers.

The Dallas Cowboys will play in Rio de Janiero in 2026

Spectrum Local News (Sports) 2/6 3:23A Mike D'Alonzo

The team will play in the NFL's first game in the Brazilian city.

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Mexico state steps up health screening in schools as measles cases grow nationwide

Spectrum Local News (Health) 2/10 1:52A Associated Press

Through Feb. 6, there were 2,143 confirmed measles cases nationwide and nearly 6,000 suspected cases.

Report shows Texas ACA health care enrollment increased despite subsidies ending

Spectrum Local News (Health) 2/6 1:30A Valencia Jones

There has been rising costs of health care after ACA subsidies ended in December. However, the latest numbers show enrollment increased in Texas.

Texas jails have more than 400 pregnant inmates monthly. The state is studying what happens to...

Spectrum Local News (Health) 2/3 4:14A Associated Press

The state is now collecting information about pregnant inmates' prenatal care, mental health indicators, pregnancy outcomes and more.

Colossal snags $60 million in new funding, selects site for first BioVault

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 2/3 12:55A Will Anderson

Colossal Biosciences has struck a major partnership with the United Arab Emirates that will result in a major conservation effort getting off the ground in the country.

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USDA Debuts Plan to End ‘Agricultural Lawfare’

Civil Eats 2/12 6:39A Lisa Held

February 12, 2026 – Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins on Wednesday announced a plan to address an issue the Trump administration is calling “agricultural lawfare.” Rollins...

20 Best Valentine’s Day Dinner Ideas

Love and Lemons 2/11 2:41A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

These Valentine s Day dinner ideas will help you plan the perfect date night at home! Jack and I gave up going to restaurants on Valentine s Day years ago. We realized that it...

Release: 500 Farmers Urge Congress to Act Amid Growing Farm Crisis

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 2/11 12:48A Laura Zaks

Release: 500 Farmers Urge Congress to Act Amid Growing Farm Crisis Washington, DC, February 11, 2026 – Today, a letter signed by 500 farmers and ranchers from across the...

Expert Tips to Build and Scale a Restaurant Franchise

Restaurant News 2/9 11:49P RestaurantNews.com

Carlos White By Carlos White, Franchise Attorney, Founder of The Impactor , and the first Franchise Impactor Ambassador in the U.S. While franchising is a regulated business...

High Protein Sheet Pan Pancakes

Joyful Healthy Eats 2/4 10:00P Krista

This fluffy High Protein Sheet Pan Pancakes recipe will help you hit your macro goals all while enjoying a fun, cozy breakfast. Customize with your favorite add-ins and prep it for easy breakfasts all...

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