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Lakewood Home Tour to Feature Stunning Kitchen Design Concepts Remodel

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Top Stories: ➊ – Reserves Williams, Powell lead Mavericks past Pacers 107-105 in matchup of injury-depleted teams (Thursday), ➋ – Mavericks' Anthony Davis leaves game early with leg soreness (Thursday), ➌ – Mavericks' Brandon Williams apologizes for being distraction following arrest (Thursday), ➍ – Rockwall ISD’s VATRE Keeps Tax Rate Among the Lowest in the Region (Thursday), ➎ – Saturday’s Candidate Rally in Rockwall features six Republican candidates for statewide offices (Thursday)

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Royse City ISD Education Foundation hosts 5th Annual Evening for Education

Blue Ribbon News 11/4 8:31A Melanie M

Royse City, TX (November 4, 2025) — The Royse City ISD Education Foundation hosted its 5th annual fundraising gala, “An Evening for Education: Gold and White Casino Night” on...

What is a VATRE? 9 North Texas school districts have it on the ballot

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 11/4 8:19A S.E. Jenkins

Some Texas school districts are holding Voter-Approved Tax Rate Elections (VATRE) in 2025, where voters will decide whether to approve a property tax rate increase . This...

Where to find support & respite services for Family Caregivers & Custodial Grandparents

Blue Ribbon News 11/4 5:24A Melanie M

Rockwall County, TX (November 4, 2025) Caregiving can be a demanding job – it’s almost impossible to take on alone. The emotional, physical and mental toll can leave you...

Caregiving and the Holidays: From Stress to Success!

Blue Ribbon News 11/3 9:39A Melanie M

Stop dreading the holiday season and learn to make it manageable, meaningful, and even joyful! Rockwall County, TX (November 3, 2025) The holidays often amplify the stress,...

Cheers for CASA: Local businesses join forces to support children in Foster Care

Blue Ribbon News 11/3 7:49A Melanie M

Rockwall County (November 3, 2025) Lone Star CASA is excited to announce the 2025 Cheers for CASA fundraiser, a month-long community campaign inviting local businesses to give...

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2025 Holiday Gift Guides

Tanya Foster 11/2 4:00A Tanya Foster

It's tiimmmeee (Mariah Carey voice)! We are finally launching our 2025 Holiday Gift Guides . We are approaching prime holiday shopping time, so today I have created the ultimate holiday guide of all...

October Outfit Round-Up

Tanya Foster 10/28 5:00A Tanya Foster

Howdy folks! Can you believe there are only a few days left in October? Let's wrap up the month with an outfit round-up of all my favorite looks from this past month. Fall is always the time of year...

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Soulman’s Bar-B-Que Brings the Flavor to the 2025 Holiday Season with Full-Service Catering

Restaurant News 10/31 9:23A RestaurantNews.com

From family feasts to corporate celebrations, Soulman s Bar-B-Que delivers stress-free holiday gatherings filled with slow-smoked flavor and Texas hospitality. Dallas, TX (...

Discovering Adega Vinho’s and Signor Vineyard’s New Tasting Rooms in Fredericksburg

Texas Wine Lover 10/29 1:09A Laurie Ware

Adega Vinho on Adams Fredericksburg has a way of blending tradition with constant reinvention, and nowhere is that spirit more alive than at Adega Vinho’s new tasting room...

New Sparkling Wine Production Facility Opens at Invention Vineyards

Crave DFW 10/28 9:45A Steven Doyle

In the heart of Fredericksburg, Texas, Heath Sparkling Wines and Invention Vineyards are inviting wine enthusiasts to embark on an exclusive journey through the art of sparkling winemaking. Their...

The Subtle Art of Wine Tasting While Gambling

Texas Wine Lover 10/27 9:00A Gus Hall

The art of tasting is not in action, but in stillness. That delicious moment that requires attention to detail, just before diving into the tastes and flavors. And just as a great wine tasting is not...

A Hidden Gem in Fredericksburg: Cotton Gin Village and The Gin Mill Lounge

Texas Wine Lover 10/24 2:35A Jeff Cope

If you’ve spent any time exploring Fredericksburg, you know it’s filled with charming wineries, cozy inns, and great restaurants. But every now and then, you stumble upon a...

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Cozy Season: AMAZON EDITION??

The Sister Studio 10/30 3:36A Jennifer Reed

Helllllooo, friends! Friday is almost here and I can t believe Halloween has already made its way to us. I feel like Spring Break was yesterday and now it s November I do love the holiday season, but...

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Brissett fills in for Murray again as Cardinals end 5-game skid with 27-17 victory over Cowboys

Spectrum Local News Sports 11/4 1:34A Associated Press

The last hope for the Cowboys ended with their second lost fumble.

NHL to stage 2027 Stadium Series game at the home of the Dallas Cowboys

Spectrum Local News Sports 11/4 1:24A Associated Press

The league announced Monday that the Dallas Stars will host the 2027 Stadium Series at the home of the NFL's Cowboys in Arlington, Texas.

Experts warn sports betting can lead to stress, anxiety and addiction

Spectrum Local News Sports 11/3 8:15A Luis Garcia

As sports gambling becomes more mainstream even among college athletes experts warn the mental health toll can be just as serious as the financial on

SMU auctioning off goal posts after huge victory over Miami

Spectrum Local News Sports 11/3 5:03A Laura Baker

After an upset win over Miami this Saturday, SMU students poured into the end zone to remove the goal post where the winning touchdown was scored.

Texans QB C.J. Stroud leaves loss against Broncos with a concussion

Spectrum Local News Sports 11/3 2:18A Associated Press

Stroud scrambled for 6 yards and was hit on the shoulder near the end of his slide and the back of his head violently bounced off the ground.

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Lakewood Home Tour to Feature Stunning Kitchen Design Concepts Remodel

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 11/2 9:28P Culver Public Relations

The 49th Annual Lakewood Home Tour is set to return November 89 , 2025 , celebrating one of East Dallass most beloved neighborhood traditions. Among this years featured homes is a beautifully...

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De-extinction 'decacorn' Colossal opens wallet for first acquisition

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 11/4 1:01A Noor Adatia

Colossal announced Nov. 4 it has acquired ViaGen Pets and Equine, a firm that’s considered a leader in animal cloning. This deal marks a union between two life sciences...

iSure helps 400-employee healthcare organization cut costs and enhance insurance coverage

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 10/31 6:00P iSure, LLC

The CEO of a Texas‑based regional healthcare organization employing 400 staff, contacted us about their group insurance benefits. For nearly a decade they had remained with...

Your Mental Health: Uncertainty around SNAP benefits during the government shutdown is causing...

Spectrum Local News Health 10/31 2:00A Nicole Clark, PhD

The government shutdown and potential loss of SNAP benefits are significant sources of stress and anxiety.

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McKinney Is About To Get ‘Toasted’ When Cheba Hut Sparks New Joint

Restaurant News 11/5 7:09A RestaurantNews.com

Northern DFW homies get a fresh way to Tame the Munchies as the fast-growing brand opens another area shop Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Cheba Hut fans in McKinney will...

BRIX Holdings Names Erik Jensen Vice President of Marketing

Restaurant News 11/5 2:54A RestaurantNews.com

Erik Jensen Friendly s parent company taps award-winning brand leader to bolster marketing strategy and innovation across restaurant portfolio Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com...

Farmers Struggle With Tariffs, Despite China Deal to Buy US Soybeans

Civil Eats 11/3 9:01P Lisa Held

In Brief • President Donald Trump’s stated goal for tariffs is to bolster U.S. food production, but it’s unclear whether that will happen. • Farmers face shaky markets, not knowing when or to what...

Easy & Hearty Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Joyful Healthy Eats 11/2 10:00P Krista

This hearty Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe is filled with vegetables, tender chicken, smoky chipotle peppers, and fresh cilantro, making it both filling and flavorful! It ll be your new go to soup on...

Poultry Plants Consistently Violate Salmonella Standards, Report Finds

Civil Eats 11/2 9:01P Lisa Held

In Brief • Salmonella, a bacteria, is the leading cause of death from foodborne illnesses in the U.S. • The USDA sets standards for salmonella testing at processing plants,...

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The Best 2025 Holiday Gifts for Moms!

Trendy Mom Reviews 11/5 10:41A noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)

The holidays are my favorite time of year — twinkling lights, cozy mornings, and special moments with family. As a mom, I’ve come to treasure gifts that help us slow down and enjoy the season in...

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