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Grant Halliburton Foundation Raises $300,000 at 16th Annual Beacon of Hope Luncheon

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Easter Sunday Fun
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Easter Brunch at Dodie's at the Harbor
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Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

City of Mesquite (Agendas) 4/11 11:57A

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

Mesquite Termination Hearing

City of Mesquite (Agendas) 4/11 11:25A

Mesquite Termination Hearing

Workshops, events planned to celebrate Small Business Week

City of Mesquite 4/11 10:57A

Mesquite will celebrate National Small Business Week, May 4-10, with workshops and activities for those interested in growing or starting a business.

Enjoy a Cinco de Mayo fiesta of flavor and fun

City of Mesquite 4/11 5:40A

The City of Mesquite, in partnership with the Hispanic Forum of Mesquite, is inviting the community to a fiesta of culture and spice at the annual Cinco de Mayo celebration.

State senator defends campaign donations amid push to legalize gambling in Texas

CBS DFW News 4/11 1:27A Marvin Hurst

A state senator is defending campaign donations he's received, saying it isn't connected to his push to legalize gambling in Texas. State Sen. Nathan Johnson clarified that...

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LAST DAY Sephora Spring Savings Event 2025 Must-Haves

Tanya Foster 4/13 6:00A Tanya Foster

Today is the last day of the Sephora SALE ! It's no secret that I LOVE makeup, skincare, hair care and all things BEAUTY ! So when this SALE comes along, I get so excited to stock up on my favorites...

What I Wore this Week

Brighton the Day 4/12 4:27A Brighton

This week’s looks are all about spring style that feels easy and wearable. From throw-on-and-go dresses to cozy layers, these pieces are proof you don’t have to choose comfort or cute you can totally...

Style Focus: Florals And Patterns

Tanya Foster 4/10 10:34A Tanya Foster

Happy Friday! Can you believe Easter is only a week away? In case you missed it, here is my Easter edit with all things Easter related. If you're still looking for something to wear, you may find it...

Easy Home Decor Updates

Tanya Foster 4/3 8:14A Tanya Foster

Do you ever wonder if your house needs a little refresh? The answer is YES and this is the perfect time to focus on some home decor updates. Today I want to share a few home pieces and some tips on...

5 Bible Verses I Keep Coming Back to When I Need Encouragement

Brighton the Day 4/2 6:34A Brighton

A while back, I shared these Bible verses on stories—and so many of you screenshotted them that I knew I needed to elaborate. These are the verses I return to again and again when I need the reminder...

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Wines of the Derby: What Are the Best Wineries of the Bluegrass State

Texas Wine Lover 4/11 3:48A Gus Hall

Most horse racing enthusiasts would agree that the Kentucky Derby is not an ordinary horse race. It is more of a celebration of horse racing culture, where good people gather...

Hop Into Flavor with Dickey’s Easter ‘Cue Collection and BUNNYCUE Deal

Restaurant News 4/10 10:51A RestaurantNews.com

Celebrate the season with 20% off festive family packs, available for a limited time Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) This Easter, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is making mealtime...

Jake Paul and His Team Get Ready to Rumble with Dog Haus Expansion

Restaurant News 4/9 5:16A RestaurantNews.com

Global Boxing Superstar to open several new locations by year-end, business partners join in on the action Pasadena, CA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Following his partnership...

Layne’s Chicken Fingers Quadruples Growth in Q1, Targets 45-Unit Mark for 2025

Restaurant News 4/8 2:36A RestaurantNews.com

The Texas Born and Breaded chicken finger franchise closed the first quarter with exceptional results, opening nine restaurants and awarding another 10. Frisco, TX (...

Introducing Buli Limestone Wines

Texas Wine Lover 4/5 5:38A Jeff Cope

Changes are happening with Limestone Terrace Vineyard . The Wimberley winery is joining forces with Dr. Bob Buly, owner of Buli Wines in Podere Collalto, located in Trequanda,...

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BETTER LATE THAN NEVER: EASTER DRESSES (THAT WILL WORK ALL SPRING LONG

The Middle Page 4/11 6:00A Cathy Williamson

Yes, I’m that person rolling in fashionably late with Easter dress ideas, but hear me out! If you’re still staring at your closet wondering what to wear for church or brunch this Sunday, I’ve got you...

5 Beauty Must haves: All Amazon!?

The Sister Studio 4/11 4:58A Jennifer Reed

Happy Friday, my friends! We made it to the weekend, wahoo!! I wanted to do something a little different today and sing praises to 5 Beauty Products that I looooove from Amazon . These are all...

Target’s Weekly WOW List!!!??

The Sister Studio 4/8 4:38A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Tuesday my friends! We had the gloomiest weather over the weekend, but the sun is back out today and it s making me so happy! I hope everyone is having a great start to their week! I...

Such good SAVINGS!!!?

The Sister Studio 4/4 3:21A Jennifer Reed

Cheers, my friends we made it to Friday! I hope everyone has had a great week so far and has fun weekend plans. It s supposed to rain here most of the weekend, so I m just hoping for some sunshine at...

WHY FRINGE IS A MUST-HAVE TREND FOR SPRING

The Middle Page 4/2 3:49A Cathy Williamson

WHY FRINGE IS A MUST-HAVE TREND FOR SPRING Hello ladies! Are you in full Spring fever mode? I am so excited about Spring. However, it s been super rainy this month and already pretty darn warm. That s...

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Former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy dead at age 24, university confirms

Spectrum Local News (Sports) 4/13 6:27A Associated Press

Lacy was facing criminal charges stemming from a fatal car accident in December.

Mariners get a pair of 4-run innings and down Rangers 9-2

Spectrum Local News (Sports) 4/13 6:05A Associated Press

Kumar Rocker took the loss for the Rangers.

Hellebuyck gets NHL-best 8th shutout and Jets move closer to West top seed with 4-0 win at Stars

Spectrum Local News (Sports) 4/11 2:14A Associated Press

Dallas had been the only NHL team without a shutout loss.

With NCAA settlement pending, Power Four conference stakeholders lobby lawmakers on Capitol Hill

Spectrum Local News (Sports) 4/10 2:26A Associated Press

There was no firm conclusion to the talks, but multiple stakeholders involved came out of them with positive takeaways.

Luka Doncic scores 45 points in Dallas return as Lakers clinch playoff spot with 112-97 win

Spectrum Local News (Sports) 4/10 1:30A Associated Press

Doncic's emotional return came two months after a seismic trade out of nowhere that sent the five-time All-Star to Los Angeles.

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Measles exploded in Texas after stagnant vaccine funding. New cuts threaten the same across the...

Spectrum Local News (Health) 4/13 3:41A Associated Press

Immunization programs nationwide have been left stagnant and this helped set the stage for the measles outbreak and fueled its spread.

Premier’s 100 Top Hospitals 2025

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 4/9 12:00A

These are the top hospitals in America, according to Premier’s 100 Top Hospitals rankings for 2025, which is based on clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, patient...

Texas measles outbreak includes multiple cases at a day care in Lubbock

Spectrum Local News (Health) 4/8 5:10A Associated Press

Case count and hospitalization numbers in Texas have climbed steadily since the outbreak began.

Healthcare finance trends for 2025

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 4/3 3:32A Commerce Bank

Healthcare leaders enter 2025 facing a host of pressing imperatives. They need to promote sustainable financial health, address patient affordability and financial experience,...

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First-Rate Restaurants in Richardson

Eater Dallas 4/18 3:31A Courtney E. Smith

Dim sum for days at Kirin Court. | Kirin Court Because eating well doesn’t need to mean leaving the ‘burbs Gone are the days when suburbanites had to trek out to the city for good food. Take...

Strawberry Spinach Salad

Love and Lemons 4/17 2:21A Jeanine Donofrio

This strawberry spinach salad is perfect for spring and early summer. It starts with a base of fresh spinach—one of the first vegetables to appear at my farmers market each...

Waldorf Chicken Salad

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/16 11:00P Krista

Waldorf chicken salad is all about contrasts: crispy, crunchy, and creamy textures, and sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Perfect for lunches, picnics, meal prep or even a light dinner, this recipe is...

USDA’s Regional Food Business Centers Caught in Federal Funding Freeze

Civil Eats 4/15 10:00P Lisa Held

For the past five years, Patra and David Wise have been growing their farm business, Native Wise , to sell vegetables, wild rice, and honey to their local community in...

Crab Eggs Benedict

Life at the Table 4/15 3:46A Chef Sandra Lewis

Crab Eggs Benedict: A Coastal Twist on a Brunch Icon What do you get when a New York classic takes a seaside vacation? You get crab eggs Benedict—brunch elegance with a...