Texas
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12 infamous criminals serving time in TX, from a NASCAR champion to a pediatric nurse
There are 18 federal prisons and nine federal prison camps in Texas, and 111 more at the state level. These range from administrative-security like FMC Fort Worth to high-security federal prisons. The honor of the highest security level belongs to…
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All 13 Dallas restaurants featured on ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’
Dallas’ food scene is as diverse and delectable as culinary epicenters like New York City and Los Angeles, and these Guy Fieri-approved restaurants featured on “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” prove it.
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10 Texas swimming holes to help you cool off this summer
Whether you’ve been here for one summer or 50 of them, you know the Texas heat is no joke. While sitting inside with the air conditioner is a perfectly fine way to cool off, it hardly compares with the joy…
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Sparkling spectacles: Your guide to fireworks shows in DFW
Fireworks will light up the Dallas-Fort Worth area this Fourth of July. Here’s where to find the best Independence Day fireworks shows.
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For the City of Dallas, it’s time to talk about trash
The City of Dallas launches a new cross-department effort to clean up litter. The City of Dallas has formed a multi-departmental collaboration, spearheaded by Dallas Water Utilities (DWU), Code Compliance, Park and Recreation, Office of Homeless Solutions, City Marshals Office,…
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Midsummer magic: 10 ways to celebrate the Summer Solstice in DFW
The summer solstice marks the longest day of the year. Solstice, which means “sun standing still,” occurs when the sun reaches the point furthest from the Earth’s equator. In the summer, that point is known as the Tropic of Cancer…
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Dallas’ 2024 Pride in Excellence Awards honored local LGBTQIA+ leaders
Dallas’s Mayor and City Councilmembers celebrated the 2024 Pride in Excellence Awards Reception on Wednesday, June 5, in honor of Pride Month. The event, which featured speeches from State Representative HD 100 Venton Jones, Council Member Omar Narvaez, and the…
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12 facts about Opal Lee, Fort Worth native & grandmother of Juneteenth
Opal Lee, the grandmother of Juneteenth, has lived a life we should all aspire to. Learn more about Lee’s accomplishments and honors.
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Post-storm tree care: What Dallas residents need to know
Following ongoing severe storms that bring high winds, hail, and flooding, the Dallas government has highlighted the importance of proper tree care.
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Help shelter dogs in Dallas find new homes with the Doggie Daycation Program
Dallas Animal Services (DAS) has launched a brand-new, creative initiative — the Doggie Daycation program — as part of the BeDallas90 campaign. The program aims to encourage members of the public to engage with adoptable dogs by taking them out…