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Top Stories: ➊ – A Deep Dive on the Senate’s Farm Bill Proposal: the Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act of 2024 (Friday), ➋ – NEW FRIENDS NEW LIFE ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD MEMBERS AND NEW OFFICERS FOR AUXILIARY BOARDS (Monday), ➌ – An Underground Joint in Dallas Goes Legit, and Its Barbecue Has Never Been Better (Friday), ➍ – University Park Swears in Mayor, Council Members (Monday), ➎ – Monarch to Host Exclusive IWA 5 Sake Dinner with Legendary Winemaker Richard Geoffroy on May 30th (Tuesday)

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How to Shop for Vintage Cowboy Boots

Texas Monthly 4/30 9:57A Lauren Castro

What we believe first and foremost with a cowboy boot is that it [must] follow the traditional standards for construction, Will Ormes tells me, with an accent so strong he has to be a born-and-bred...

Injectable Weight Loss Drugs Spur Loss and Opportunity

People Newspapers Business 4/30 9:09A Kersten Rettig

Kersten Rettig: People taking GLP1s, the class of injectable medications used for weight loss, aren’t the only ones losing since the drugs burst on the scene three years ago.

The Horniest Bar in Texas Is on the Rebound

Texas Monthly 4/30 6:31A Josh Alvarez

Before Murphy Bailey ever set foot in Henry s Hideout, an 87-year-old honky-tonk just up the road from his hometown of Magnolia, 45 miles northwest of Houston, he had heard stories about it and Henry...

Texas Developers Love Big Thirsty Lawns. That’s a Huge Problem for the State’s Water Supply.

Texas Monthly 4/30 5:13A Forrest Wilder

If you re a native Texan, or if you ve lived here awhile, you ve probably had it drilled into your head: don t waste water. And you ve likely noticed how our ever-hotter, ever-drier summers are...

El Botanero Mariscos Is a Seafood Oasis Along the Texas Border

Texas Monthly 4/30 4:00A José R. Ralat

After finishing a construction job in Jarrell, Abel Palacios was looking for a different way to make money. His older brother, Josh Palacios, co-owner of El Remedio Mariscos y Taqueria in San Antonio,...

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Injectable Weight Loss Drugs Spur Loss and Opportunity

People Newspapers Life 4/30 9:09A Kersten Rettig

Kersten Rettig: People taking GLP1s, the class of injectable medications used for weight loss, aren’t the only ones losing since the drugs burst on the scene three years ago.

UPDATE: From Unwanted To TV Star, Operation Kindness’ Little Girl Is FOX 4’s “Pet Of The Week”

My Sweet Charity 4/30 6:30A Jeanne Prejean

As reported on MySweetCharity , a couple of months ago a fella drove up to Dallas Animal Services to drop off a mom and her kids. A couple on the way into DAS took in two of the youngsters. But the...

Dallas Arboretum Introduces Christie Eckler as Chief Advancement Officer

Philanthropy Lifestyles 4/30 4:22A SharonAdams

A Dynamic Fundraising Maverick and Strategist (Featured photo: Christie Eckler.)* Dallas Arboretum proudly announces the appointment of Christie Eckler as

A Thoughtful Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Highland Park Village 4/29 8:02A jay

UP Animal Lover Helps Rooster Strut His Stuff at Family Ranch

People Newspapers Community 4/29 3:00A Sarah Hodges

A University Park animal lover gave a chicken a new place to roost after hearing that it was stuck mid-road on Asbury Street.

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New Dallas ISD Police Chief Brings Heart of Service

People Newspapers Schools 4/30 9:30A Grace Chandler

Dallas ISD's new police chief, Albert Martinez, is combining his support for education with passion for serving.

Park Cities to Remember Molly Mullens in April 29 Memorial Service

People Newspapers Schools 4/26 11:42A Sarah Hodges

A memorial service for third-grader Molly Mullens, who was killed in a car crash in March, will be held at 4 p.m. on Monday, April 29, at Highland Park Presbyterian Church,...

Cracking the Code for March Madness

People Newspapers Schools 4/26 2:30A Contributor

HPHS students get bracketology insights from mathematician Tim Chartier By Austin Chatterton and Landry Saylor Amidst the Madness of March, one

Texas Womens Foundation's April 30 Event Features ABC's Deborah Roberts, Cynt Marshall & Honorees

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 4/23 6:34A Juliette DC

Texas Womens Foundation has announced its Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration on April 30, 2024, at the Omni Dallas Hotel (555 S. Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202). This day of learning, leadership and...

The Children Failed by the System: Part One

The Bagpipe Online 4/23 5:41A Ellie Levy, Editorials editor

In 2013, Kile Bateman witnessed the reality of the foster care system for the first time. The senior pastor of Evangel Church was on a mission trip to Skid Row, an unofficial...

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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...

Nikki Greek Bistro & Lounge Opens Tomorrow

Crave DFW 4/29 9:35A Steven Doyle

Nikki Greek Bistro & Lounge , an upscale restaurant and lounge offering authentic Greek cuisine, focused on seasonality and sourcing with modern French cooking techniques , will open in the...

Culpepper Cattle Co. Dallas Opens on Wednesday, May 1

Crave DFW 4/29 6:57A Steven Doyle

UNCO Hospitality Group the award-winning hospitality company behind beloved brands HG Sply Co. and Leela’s Wine Bar – will open Culpepper Cattle Co. Dallas in the historical Continental Gin...

Celebrate Mother’s Day High Tea Brunch at The Westin Dallas Stonebriar Golf Resort & Spa

Crave DFW 4/29 6:36A Steven Doyle

Treat Mom to a luxurious Mother s Day with a Texas-style High Tea Brunch at The Westin Dallas Stonebriar Golf Resort & Spa. Featuring exquisite food, a live pianist and vendors like Kendra Scott and...

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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...

MOTHER’S DAY GIFT IDEAS

The Middle Page 4/22 3:14A Cathy Williamson

MOTHER S DAY GIFT IDEAS Happy Monday, ladies! I hope you have had a great weekend! I have never seen as much rain, lightning, and thunder as we had on Saturday. It was wild, and it lasted all day...

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Rangers Blast Scots to Earn Second Seed

People Newspapers Sports 4/30 12:00A Todd Jorgenson

Jesuit Dallas capped a 30-win regular season by throttling Highland Park in a baseball playoff seeding tiebreaker on Saturday.

How Long Can Hockaday Remain at the Pinnacle of Girls Lacrosse in Texas?

People Newspapers Sports 4/25 3:00A Todd Jorgenson

As the Hockaday lacrosse dynasty has continued to build, each trophy has led to increased expectations.

Scots Lack Element of Surprise in Lacrosse Title Push

People Newspapers Sports 4/25 2:30A Todd Jorgenson

Defense leads defending champs against out-of-state powerhouses If ever Highland Park could be considered an underdog in lacrosse, last season’s

Scots Clinch Regional Title, State Berth

People Newspapers Sports 4/19 12:00A Todd Jorgenson

Highland Park brought home the Class 6A Region I boys title, while the HP girls narrowly missed qualifying for state.

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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...

When’s the Best Time to Buy a House in Dallas-Fort Worth?

VIP Realty 4/21 3:01A tom@57realty.com (Thomas Heinz)

Hey there If you’re thinking about buying a house in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and wondering when to make your move, you’re not alone. It’s one of the big questions we get...

Real Talk: Lori Mann

People Newspapers Real Estate 4/19 3:00A William Taylor

People Newspapers first met Lori Mann at a networking event for those interested in the retirement community industry.

Authors, Scholars Inspired by Neighborhood Full of History

People Newspapers Real Estate 4/18 3:00A Josh Hickman

Though many are unaware, the two oldest houses in University Park sit in the bucolic historic 3400 block of University Boulevard.

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Delta 8, Delta 9 products under legislative scrutiny in Texas

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 4/25 1:00A Sahar Chmais

Thousands of retailers are licensed to sell hemp products in Texas. A proposed Delta 8 and Delta 9 ban could impact the billion-dollar industry in the state.

Gov. Greg Abbott announces behavioral health campus to be built in Uvalde

Spectrum Local News Health 4/23 6:13A Christine Sanchez

Construction will begin this summer and the facility is expected to open in 2025.

Seattle hospital won't turn over gender transition records in lawsuit settlement with Texas

Spectrum Local News Health 4/23 12:10A Associated Press

The hospital filed the lawsuit in response to Paxton appearing to go beyond state borders to investigate gender transition.

Emergency rooms refused to treat pregnant women, leaving one to miscarry in a lobby restroom

Spectrum Local News Health 4/19 1:11A Associated Press

Complaints that pregnant women were turned away from U.S. emergency rooms spiked in 2022 after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.

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Air Fryer Chickpeas

Love and Lemons 5/16 3:16A Jeanine Donofrio

Air fryer chickpeas! If you love oven roasted chickpeas, get ready: these air fryer chickpeas are even better. I ve been making them on repeat lately. Here s why: They re ready in 15 minutes. Roasting...

Wisconsin Beer Brats

Joyful Healthy Eats 5/15 11:00P Krista

These juicy, Lager-infused Wisconsin beer brats on soft, toasted buns will be your new summer cookout go-to. Topped with spicy mustard, grilled onions and tangy sauerkraut, they re the perfect excuse...

Crispy Cauliflower Tacos [with all the Fixins!]

The Healthy Maven 5/15 11:00P Davida Lederle

These cauliflower tacos are seasoned and roasted to perfection and paired with all the fixings for a delicious (and vegan!) The post Crispy Cauliflower Tacos [with all the...

Bar Louie’s Special Offerings for Dads & Grads: Celebrate Family Milestones with Exclusive Gift...

Restaurant News 5/15 9:13A RestaurantNews.com

Introducing limited-time incentives for Father s Day and graduation celebrations Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) With the season of celebrations upon us, Bar Louie is...

Soulman’s Bar-B-Que Celebrates Matriarch, Mary Alice ‘Memer’ Hallett, with Free Pie on May 20th

Restaurant News 5/15 6:32A RestaurantNews.com

Royse City, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) On what would have been her 103rd birthday, May 20, 2024, family-owned and operated Soulman’s Bar-B-Que is honoring the memory of...