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Top Stories: ➊ – Images capturing a starving lion, fighting bison and pit of vipers honored in environmental photography awards (Sunday), ➋ – Restaurant Franchise News from Café 86, Nick the Greek, Salad House, and More! (Tuesday), ➌ – The Rusty Spur: An East Texas Winery with a Western Twist (Friday), ➍ – Vaccine teams in Mexico scramble over measles outbreak rippling out from Mennonite community (Friday), ➎ – Mini Quiches (Friday)

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Why are Texas schools hiring uncertified teachers? Not enough certified ones are applying

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 5/12 1:38A Lacey Beasley

Schools in Texas are struggling to get and keep certified teachers in the classroom, educators say. The Texas Education Agency said that for the 2024-2025 school year , 43,800...

Dallas Theater Center announces 2025-2026 season

NBC DFW 5/3 5:56A Kimberly Richard

There’s something new, something classic and a lot of laughter, drama, history and music in Dallas Theater Center’s recently announced 2025 -2026 season. The season includes Noises Off, a classic...

University Park mansion debuts at $18.5M, leads DFW's luxury home listings

Dallas Business Journal 5/3 4:31A Alexa Reed

Even in the world of luxury real estate, some sellers are adjusting their strategies, with one lavish mansion in Dallas' Preston Hollow neighborhood recently knocking more...

Robbery – 3400 block of Rankin

UP Texas News 5/2 8:19A

UPPD is currently investigating a robbery that occurred on Friday, May 2 around 11 a.m. in front of Dive Coastal Cuisine located in Snider Plaza.

Popular NorthPark restaurant Joey may be headed to Uptown

Dallas Business Journal 5/2 5:20A Noor Adatia

The Uptown restaurant would mark its second location in North Texas. Joey, based in Vancouver, Canada, is known for its globally inspired menu, serving dishes from around the...

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10 Must-Have Spring to Summer Transitional Pieces

Tanya Foster 5/11 6:00A Tanya Foster

As we wave goodbye to spring and lean into those warm, golden days of summer, it’s time to give our wardrobe a little refresh. If you’re like me, you want effortless, elegant pieces that keep you...

What to Pack for a Northern European Cruise

Tanya Foster 5/6 12:00P Tanya Foster

Summer is around the corner and I know travel is on everyone's radar. I keep thinking about our incredible Regent Seven Seas Cruise through the North and Baltic Seas—it was truly a trip to remember!...

6 Essential Tips to Planning the Interiors for Your New Build

IBB Design 4/30 11:50P IBB AT Home

Congratulations on building your new home! This milestone is both thrilling and full of possibilities. But once the excitement settles, you may find yourself wondering, The...

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Why are Texas schools hiring uncertified teachers? Not enough certified ones are applying

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth Education 5/12 1:38A Lacey Beasley

Schools in Texas are struggling to get and keep certified teachers in the classroom, educators say. The Texas Education Agency said that for the 2024-2025 school year , 43,800...

Tall Tails with Canine Companions

HPTX Library 4/30 6:29A

Spend one-on-one time and read a story with a furry friend!

Outdoor Scavenger Hunt

HPTX Library 4/30 6:22A

Join us for a Nature Themed Scavenger Hunt!

Ask a Funeral Director

HPTX Library 4/30 6:21A

Learn about funeral choices in a relaxed and informative setting.

Mommy & Me Yoga

HPTX Library 4/30 6:13A

Bond with your baby while nurturing your body and mind.

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Welcome to Stewart’s Croquet & Cocktails – Where Elegance Meets Ease

Crave DFW 5/12 5:18A Steven Doyle

Inspired by the charm of English country clubs and the glamour of the Gatsby era, Stewart’s offers guests a luxurious yet welcoming experience. Inside, the intimate 28-seat lounge features...

Portillo’s Honors Chicago’s Newest Papal Legacy with “The Leo” – A Limited-Time Italian Beef...

Crave DFW 5/9 10:21A Steven Doyle

In a move as bold and flavorful as the city itself, Portillo’s is celebrating Chicago’s latest brush with history—the appointment of Pope Leo XIII, a proud son of the Windy City—with a mouthwatering...

Celebrate Mum with Outback Steakhouse’s Special Mum’s Day Menu – May 7–11

Crave DFW 5/9 9:50A Steven Doyle

Outback Steakhouse Mum s Day Menu This Mother’s Day, Outback Steakhouse is going all out to celebrate mums with a limited-time Mum’s Day menu available from May 7 to 11. Whether you re planning a...

Intimate Omakase Experience Sauvage is Slated to Open at The Statler

Crave DFW 5/9 7:14A Steven Doyle

When it opened in 1956, The Statler set the gold standard for luxury and hospitality in the South. Now, nearly 70 years later, the historic Dallas hotel is preparing to welcome a bold new dining...

The Best Hot Dogs in Dallas: Where to Grab a Great Dog

Crave DFW 5/9 6:56A Steven Doyle

Angry Dog Dallas might not be the first city that comes to mind when you think of hot dogs, but make no mistake — this town knows how to serve a killer dog. Take a stroll through Deep Ellum and you’ll...

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SAVINGS GALORE!!!!????‍♀️

The Sister Studio 5/9 5:34A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy FRIDAY my friends! We made it!! I m sitting here drinking my coffee and just finished loading up my cart because there are some insane deals happening today!! I have an Aerie code (JEN35)...

WHY BLACK IS ALWAYS IN STYLE—EVEN IN THE SPRING AND SUMMER

The Middle Page 5/5 3:41A Cathy Williamson

WHY BLACK IS ALWAYS IN STYLE—EVEN IN THE SPRING AND SUMMER Hello, ladies! I hope you have had a great week! I have to admit that I am super tired! I think life has caught up, and I am exhausted and...

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Vaccine teams in Mexico scramble over measles outbreak rippling out from Mennonite community

Spectrum Local News Health 5/9 3:42A Associated Press

Officials cite tens of thousands of new vaccinations, but infections have ballooned and spread past the community to Indigenous and other populations.

Measles jumps borders in North America with outbreaks in Canada, Mexico and U.S.

Spectrum Local News Health 5/1 2:29A Associated Press

North America’s three biggest measles outbreaks continue to balloon, with more than 2,500 known cases.

Houston, Dallas rank among worst in U.S. for ozone pollution, air quality report reveals

Spectrum Local News Health 4/30 6:15A Christine Sanchez

Almost half of the U.S. population lives with “unhealthy” levels of harmful air pollution, a report from the American Lung Association reveals.

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Blackened Shrimp Bowls

Joyful Healthy Eats 5/11 11:00P Krista

These blackened shrimp bowls are packed with bold spices, a red pepper corn relish, and plenty of fresh ingredients and protein for a delicious meal with BIG flavor! Normally blackened isn t what you...

Could This Arizona Ranch Be a Model for Southwest Farmers?

Civil Eats 5/11 10:00P Samuel Gilbert

A version of this article originally appeared in The Deep Dish, our members-only newsletter. Become a member today and get the next issue directly in your inbox. One mid-morning in May, the...

Images capturing a starving lion, fighting bison and pit of vipers honored in environmental...

Live Science 5/11 2:00A

Jaw-dropping images capturing the natural world, including an aging captive lion as well as an elephant wading through plastic, have been revealed as the winners and...

Dutch Baby

Love and Lemons 5/10 6:25A Jeanine Donofrio

This Dutch baby pancake is for you if 1) you love popovers, 2) you love crepes, and/or 3) you want making brunch to be as easy as possible. This recipe couldn t be simpler!...

Farmers Need Climate Research to Thrive

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 5/9 5:57A Nick Rossi

Photo credit: USDA, by Neil Palmer. Since its establishment in the 2008 Farm Bill, the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has advanced research that helps American farmers and ranchers...