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Rockwall to host DIY landscape event on March 7

Blue Ribbon News 2/21 2:28A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (February 21, 2026) The North Texas Municipal Water District will be hosting a “Homeowners Guide to Landscaping” event on Saturday, March 7 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00...

Two Registered Nurses from Texas Health Rockwall named to DFW Great 100 Nurses

Blue Ribbon News 2/19 9:14A Melanie M

Arlington, TX (February 19, 2026) – A total of 36 Texas Health Resources nurses have been named to the 2025 DFW Great 100 Nurses list. Texas Health has more nurses on the list...

Lone Star CASA celebrates Board Chair, Sandra Ownby, after six remarkable years of service

Blue Ribbon News 2/19 4:40A Melanie M

Rockwall County, TX (February 19, 2026) Lone Star CASA announces the conclusion of Sandra Ownby’s tenure as a Board Member, marking the end of six extraordinary years of...

Meet The Goddards: High School Sweethearts and a Lifetime of Love

Blue Ribbon News 2/16 7:26A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (February 16, 2026) Two teenagers attending different high schools in adjoining cities have a chance meeting on Miami beach. It is sunset, just one week before...

When Medicare Is Not Enough: What Families Learn Too Late in a Crisis

Blue Ribbon News 2/16 6:55A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (February 16, 2026) Sometimes the hardest calls come after everything has already changed. Recently, I heard from a woman who had just lost a close friend...

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Bending Branch Hits the Mark Again!

Texas Wine Lover 2/20 1:53A Neal Addy

Dr. Bob Young and the team at Bending Branch Winery in Comfort will soon be releasing a special sparkling rosé you do not want to miss the 2023 Estate Crimson Cabernet Rosé....

Mr. Cajun’s Daiquiri & Cajun Food for Soul Food Magic

Crave DFW 2/17 10:25A Steven Doyle

If you’re looking for a lively Cajun escape in Southeast Dallas, Mr. Cajun’s Daiquiri & Cajun Food ( website ) delivers bold flavors and an unapologetically social atmosphere. The Lake June Road...

Phil Price Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 2/17 1:06A Jeff Cope

We first met Phil Price in 2016 when he moved to Texas to be an assistant winemaker at Fall Creek Vineyards . He soon volunteered to be a judge at our Texas Wine Lover’s...

2026 Texas International Wine Competition – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 2/15 4:47A Jeff Cope

The Texas International Wine Competition (TXIWC) announced the results of its 2026 competition, held in January 2026. These Texas wineries were recognized for their exceptional wines: Top Wines Grand...

Join the 18th Annual Spicewood Vineyards Pair it with the Claret Chili Cook-Off

Texas Wine Lover 2/13 2:15A Jeff Cope

Press Release Join Spicewood Vineyards for the 18th annual world-famous chili cook-off happening on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. The Pair it with the...

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HOW TO WEAR BLACK IN SPRING: EASY CHIC TRANSITIONAL OUTFITS FOR WOMEN OVER 50

The Middle Page 2/20 5:21A Cathy Williamson

Why Wearing Black Is the Easiest Style Choice as We Slip Into Spring Every spring, I stand in my closet and hesitate. Do I pack away the black? Should I suddenly reach for florals? And yet, every...

JUST FOR YOU!❤️

The Sister Studio 2/13 4:22A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Friday my friends! It has been a busy week around here, and I m very much looking forward to the long weekend! Do y all have anything fun planned this weekend? If anyone has any good...

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Texas' MLS teams kick off season this weekend

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/20 4:02A Mike D'Alonzo

Austin FC, FC Dallas and Houston Dynamo FC will all host season openers at home on Saturday.

Big 12 bristles at a respect gap after only TCU makes the NCAA’s initial Top 16

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/17 2:50A Associated Press

TCU, Baylor, West Virginia and Texas Tech all in The AP Top 25. Yet the conference only had the Horned Frogs in the initial Top 16 reveal by the NCAA.

Bad Bunny and a lone Olympian — from Texas — are waving Puerto Rico's flag on the world stage

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/13 3:04A Associated Press

Bad Bunny, a six-time Grammy award winner, keeps Puerto Rican culture at the forefront of his music.

Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg sidelined by left midfoot sprain, out for NBA's Rising Stars

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/12 3:40A Associated Press

The injury occurred in their 120-111 loss at Phoenix a night earlier, the Mavericks announced Wednesday.

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

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/10 6:24A Associated Press

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

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3 cases of measles reported in North Texas county

Spectrum Local News Health 2/13 4:35A Katharine Finnerty

The first case of measles was identified on Feb. 5 and then two additional cases were reported on Feb. 12.

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

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

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

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Release: Cynthia Hayes Memorial Scholarship Now Accepting Applications

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 4/3 2:42A Laura Zaks

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Release: Cynthia Hayes Memorial Scholarship Welcomes...

USDA Pauses Rural Energy Grants Amid Anti-Renewables Push

Civil Eats 4/2 10:23A Rebekah Alvey

April 2, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has paused processing applications for a popular rural energy program, further delaying funds to farmers as high...

Related: Release: USDA Halts Rural Energy Efficiency Investments National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

Loaded Sweet Potato Fries

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/1 11:00P Krista

Whether you serve them as an appetizer, side dish, or just make a meal out of them, these loaded sweet potato fries are going to be a WIN. This game day favorite pairs crispy baked sweet potato wedges...

Comment: NSAC Condemns USDA’s Withdrawal of Support For Next Generation Farmers

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 4/1 10:19A Laura Zaks

For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Comment: NSAC Condemns USDA’s Withdrawal of Support For...

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