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Addison Kaboom Town!® Presents 40 Years of Fireworks with Town-Wide Celebration July 3

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Top Stories: ➊ – Pavs scores go-ahead goal with back to net in Stars' 50th win while eliminating Sabres (Wednesday), ➋ – Gently Used Book Sale in Carrollton (Tuesday), ➌ – Study ranks Texas among worst states for quality of children’s health care (Wednesday), ➍ – Shea Langeliers hits 3 home runs, leads Athletics over Rangers 4-3 (Wednesday), ➎ – Luka Doncic scores 39 in triple-double as Mavs beat Hornets 130-104, clinch playoff spot (Wednesday)

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Leadership Rockwall explores community’s quality of life and public safety initiatives

Blue Ribbon News 4/16 4:46A Editor

ROCKWALL, TX (April 16, 2024) On April 9th, 2024, the Rockwall Leadership Team embarked on a meaningful journey deep into the heart of our community s commitment to quality of...

Here’s the lineup for Rockwall’s free Concerts by the Lake

Blue Ribbon News 4/16 3:31A Editor

North Texas best live music series returns to Rockwall Harbor Thursday, May 2 ROCKWALL, TX (April 16, 2024) Thursday nights this summer will be extra special in Rockwall as...

Level Up Your Self-Care with Soothing Sound Baths at Vann Wellness Group in Coppell

Carrollton BubbleLife iReporter 4/10 10:00P Stephanie Mamantov

In today's fast-paced world, it's important to take time for self-care and relaxation. One way to do this is by participating in a sound bath experience. This unique form of vibrational healing has...

9/11 relics stolen from memorial site in North Texas, investigation underway

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth 4/10 11:37A De Anthony Taylor

Authorities are asking the public to help them find the person responsible for stealing two historic stones from a 9/11 memorial site in North Texas earlier this week....

Second Chance for Dallas Solar Eclipse Glasses: Warby Parker Accepts Donations

Carrollton BubbleLife iReporter 4/9 9:13P Bubble Life

The awe-inspiring sight of the total eclipse here in Dallas might be a memory, but those amazing eclipse glasses you used don't need to gather dust! Here's the easiest way for you to recycle them and...

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Addison Kaboom Town!® Presents 40 Years of Fireworks with Town-Wide Celebration July 3

Carrollton BubbleLife iReporter 4/15 1:34A Kelly Hunter

For 40 years, one of the nations most impressive and unique Independence Day celebrations has been held in the North Texas town of Addison, Texas. While 4.4 square-mile Addison is only home to 17,000...

Current Hair Volume Routine

Brighton the Day 4/13 8:04A Brighton Keller

Finding ways to get volume in my hair has always been one of my *things*. Ever since high school, I ve loved playing around with different products and techniques to achieve...

A Look at What I Wore Last Week

Brighton the Day 4/12 4:00A megan hopkins

Alright, let s take a look at what I wore last week. Spring is springing over here, which means I ve got all of the fun floral prints and pretty dresses. Because if you can t...

My Review of Tan Luxe Face Drops

Brighton the Day 4/10 6:15A megan hopkins

After getting about a million questions throughout the years about what face tanning drops I use, I ve decided to dedicate an entire blog post to the Tan Luxe Face Drops....

The Richardson Symphony Orchestra Holds Its Season Finale Concert

Carrollton BubbleLife iReporter 4/10 5:14A Faith Townsend

The Richardson Symphony Orchestra (RSO) is putting on a grand Season Finale Concert on April 20th, 2024, at 7:30 P.M., at the Eisemann Center for Performing Arts, located at 2351 Performance Drive...

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The Shelton School Installs an Urban Bee Colony

Carrollton BubbleLife iReporter (Education) 4/11 11:04P Lisa Kresl

The Shelton School beehive installation occurred on Tuesday, March 25, introducing a colony of 10,000 bees to the campus. In order to enrich students' learning experiences and promote...

Dallas Academy School Will Have New Playground Thanks to $250K Donation

Carrollton BubbleLife iReporter (Education) 4/9 11:21P Lisa Loera

Dallas Academy School, nestled in the heart of White Rock Lake, will soon have a new addition to campus. Life-long friends of Head of School, Elizabeth Murski from the Jesuit and Ursuline Class of...

Dallas Academy Senior Accepted into World Scholars Program

Carrollton BubbleLife iReporter 4/5 1:09A Lisa Loera

We are thrilled to announce that Dallas Academy Senior, Daniel Pinkston-Hayes has been accepted into the prestigious World Scholars Program at Delaware University. With his diverse background and...

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Michelle Snider Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 4/16 12:02A Jeff Cope

Kiepersol has always been a go-to winery in East Texas because of its award-winning wines made only from its estate vineyard. Besides wine, they also make wonderful spirits and they have more than...

Addison’s 3rd of July Kaboom Town 2024

Crave DFW 4/15 10:02A Steven Doyle

For 40 years, one of the nation’s most impressive and unique Independence Day celebrations has been held in the North Texas town of Addison, Texas. While 4.4 square-mile Addison is only home to 17,000...

Run for the Roses as Barrel & Bones Celebrates Derby Day May 4th

Carrollton BubbleLife iReporter 4/14 11:28P Kelly Hunter

Since the Kentucky Derby first ran in 1875, the traditional beverage associated with the 10-furlong race has been the mint julep. And there is no better place in North Texas to sip that...

Bingham Family Vineyards – Roanoke

Texas Wine Lover 4/13 1:04A Jeff Cope

Bingham Family Vineyards has recently expanded their number of tasting rooms by opening a new location in Roanoke , which is north of Fort Worth, in January 2024. In a recent trip to North Texas, I...

Tortured Poets and Swifites: Here’s Where to Listen to Her New Album With Drinks and Bites in...

Eater Dallas 4/12 5:00A Courtney E. Smith

Getty Images Live band karaoke, themed drinks, and hot spots for fan theories are all here Taylor Swift’s next album, The Tortured Poet’s Department , is dropping on Friday, April 19, and some local...

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A DRESS FIT FOR AN ISLAND TRIP OR POOL PARTY

The Middle Page 4/16 1:46A Cathy Williamson

A DRESS FIT FOR AN ISLAND TRIP OR POOL PARTY Hello, ladies! Do you all know much about Mercury in Retrograde? An explanation is that the planet Mercury appears to travel backward across the sky three...

Finds I’m LOVING this week!

The Sister Studio 4/13 10:29P Jennifer Reed

Happy Sunday to you, my friends!! May your coffee be strong and your house be nice and quiet this morning! We had a busy day of kids soccer and basketball yesterday, so I m enjoying this morning when...

DAY AND NIGHT LOOK FROM A FAVORITE BRAND

The Middle Page 4/9 3:22A Cathy Williamson

DAY AND NIGHT LOOK FROM A FAVORITE BRAND Hello, everyone! Did you get a chance to see the eclipse (if you were in the path) yesterday? I didn t think it would be that big of a deal, but let me tell...

You had me at Pastels! Cabi Spring 2024 Outfit Ideas

Style of Sam 4/6 10:46A Sam

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THE BEST PLACE FOR ONE-STOP SHOPPING

The Middle Page 4/5 2:53A Cathy Williamson

THE BEST PLACE FOR ONE-STOP SHOPPING Hello and Happy Friday! Are you all gearing up for the Eclipse on Monday? I don t remember when there was this much hoopla over an eclipse. Dallas is on the path...

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Diggs gives Stroud, Texans another playmaker and vaults them into Super Bowl conversation

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/16 2:54A Associated Press

Diggs was traded from Buffalo to Houston on April 3, vaulting the Texans into the Super Bowl conversation.

Justin Verlander is likely to make his season debut for the Astros this weekend at Washington

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/16 2:14A Associated Press

Houston manager Joe Espada made the announcement Monday, but wouldn't say which game of the series Verlander would start.

Chase Elliott drives backward after Texas win that could get him going in the right direction again

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/15 1:07A Associated Press

After 42 races over 18 months without a victory, the younger Elliott won in double overtime Sunday at Texas Motor Speedway.

Scheffler turns the Masters into another Sunday yawner with a dominating win

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/15 12:31A Associated Press

Scheffler became just the fifth player to win from the No. 1 spot since the rankings were instituted in 1986.

Rangers' reliever Burke breaks his non-throwing hand after punching a wall following a poor outing

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/13 9:29A Associated Press

The 27-year-old allowed three hits and four runs

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JUST LISTED: Luxury Home Sale in Allen, TX at 1617 Whirlaway Court

DFW Urban Realty 4/13 7:38P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Luxury Living in the Heart of Lovejoy ISD: 1617 Whirlaway Court, Allen TX 75002 Discover unparalleled elegance and sophistication at 1617 Whirlaway Court, Allen, TX. This...

The Tribute Features New Luxury Townhomes For Sale at Chelsea Green in The Colony, TX

DFW Urban Realty 4/9 10:47A broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Discover Luxury Lakeside Living at Chelsea Green in The Colony Experience the epitome of lakeside luxury living at Chelsea Green, nestled on the picturesque shores of Lake...

Just Listed Completely Remodeled Home For Sale in Grand Prairie, TX

DFW Urban Realty 4/8 4:00A broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Just Listed: Completely Remodeled Home For Sale in Grand Prairie, TX Welcome home to 213 NW 14th Street, a beautifully remodeled residence nestled in the charming Dalworth...

JUST LISTED: Completely Remodeled Home in Grapevine, TX

DFW Urban Realty 4/5 10:10P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Just Listed: 1507 Country Forest Court in Grapevine TX Tiffany Forest Addition Indulge in the allure of a positively gorgeous home, nestled in an absolute oasis in North...

Moving on a Budget: Money-Saving Strategies for a Smooth Relocation

Carrollton BubbleLife iReporter 4/3 10:00P Hannah Pittman

Amidst towering moving boxes and the rustle of packing tape, the process of relocating often feels more like a financial burden than an exciting journey to a new home. It's a common narrative, one...

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Houston hospital halts liver and kidney transplants after learning a doctor manipulated some...

Spectrum Local News Health 4/12 4:09A Associated Press

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is aware of the allegations, and an investigation is underway.

Ag commissioner says chickens destroyed to prevent bird flu spread being replaced

Spectrum Local News Health 4/11 5:48A Erin Davis

The disease struck about 40% of dairy cows in the Panhandle.

Study ranks Texas among worst states for quality of children’s health care

Spectrum Local News Health 4/10 5:16A Tanya Velazquez

Texas ranked 49th, following Wyoming and Mississippi, for the quality of children’s health in all 50 states.

Cariloop raises $20M with benefits for workers who care for family members

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 4/9 2:00A Holden Wilen

This Richardson-based company has developed a platform that helps caregivers. Now it has fresh capital to grow thanks to a $20 million round led by a Washington, D.C.-based...

Advocates request emergency funding from lawmakers to raise caregiver wages

Spectrum Local News Health 4/9 1:35A Erin Davis

Experts explain that an increase in wages for caregivers would mean an expansion of Medicaid.

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Freshslice Pizza Announces First Two U.S. Locations

Restaurant News 4/16 3:01A RestaurantNews.com

The Lone Star State Lands Inaugural Locations for Innovative Pizza Brand focused on being the Starbucks of Pizza Freshslice Pizza , the innovative Canadian pizza franchise...

Paris Baguette Partners With Euna Lee To Build Neighborhood Bakery Café Presence in Springfield

Restaurant News 4/16 2:58A RestaurantNews.com

Euna Lee, local resident and first time business owner has secured real estate in the Springfield neighborhood to open her first bakery café at 6811 Bland St, Springfield, VA...

&pizza Elevates Guest Experience with Tattle CX & Feedback Platform

Restaurant News 4/16 2:51A RestaurantNews.com

Customer Experience Improvement (CXI) Leader Continues to Partner With Leading Fast Casual Brand New York, NY ( RestaurantNews.com ) Tattle , the AI-driven guest survey and...

SAMBAZON Açaí Bowls Continues Growth Trajectory with New Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International...

Restaurant News 4/16 2:47A RestaurantNews.com

Global Açaí Leader s Newest Location Comes on the Heels of a Banner 2023 San Clemente, CA ( RestaurantNews.com ) SAMBAZON ®, the pioneer and recognized global leader in...

Crustless Quiche

Life at the Table 4/16 2:13A Chef Sandra Lewis

Making Magic with a Crustless Quiche How often do you make quiche? If the answer is not often, let me assure you have an egg-citing future with quiche once you meet my...