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Lyft driver stabbed, carjacked in Frisco, police say; 19-year-old suspect arrested

Keep Irving Beautiful and Irving Public Library Christmas Card Project Sets Record

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Top Stories: ➊ – Flower Mound ranch listed for $24M on private peninsula (Thursday), ➋ – Aging in Style with Lori Williams: Understanding senior housing and how to pay for it (Sunday), ➌ – Former Lewisville ISD teacher arrested, accused of sexual relationship with a student (Monday), ➍ – The Arts: Kathleen House’s creative legacy lives on (Sunday), ➎ – GLAR celebrates achievements, installs 2025 leadership at annual luncheon (Saturday)

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Plano police use genetic genealogy and DNA evidence to solve 1991 cold case

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 12/20 5:25A Steven Rosenbaum

PLANO A North Texas police department used genetic genealogy technology, similar to what's used in over-the-counter ancestry tests, alongside DNA evidence to find a suspect in a 33-year-old cold case....

Flower Mound ranch listed for $24M on private peninsula

Dallas Business Journal 12/19 8:27A Alexa Reed

A ranch that gets its name from a nearby aquifer has hit the market northwest of Dallas for $24.15 million. Click on the slideshow to get a virtual tour, and read the story to...

Richardson ISD students bring joy to assisted living facility through art

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 12/19 12:55A Trevor Sochocki

RICHARDSON Normally, Lake Highlands Middle School students would have no reason to visit Brookdale White Rock, the assisted living facility just down the street from campus....

Ranch Hands Rescue addresses critical gap in care for trafficked boys

crosstimbersgazette.com 12/18 10:30P CTG Staff

Ranch Hands Rescue, a nonprofit dedicated to aiding trauma survivors and neglected animals, is set to expand its groundbreaking program at Bob’s House of Hope by June 2025....

Lyft driver stabbed, carjacked in Frisco, police say; 19-year-old suspect arrested

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 12/17 7:05P S.E. Jenkins

A 19-year-old Frisco man was arrested after he allegedly stabbed and stole a Lyft driver's car and led police on a chase Monday night, police said. Frisco police were called to the Legends at Legacy...

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Keep Irving Beautiful and Irving Public Library Christmas Card Project Sets Record

Flower Mound BubbleLife iReporter 12/15 9:34P kibjulie17

Keep Irving Beautiful and Irving Public Library Christmas Card Project Sets Record IRVING, TEXAS The 4th annual Christmas Cards for Seniors project, a partnership between Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB)...

5 Reasons to enjoy the Four Seasons Orlando!

Tanya Foster 12/12 12:00A Tanya Foster

Let's be honest, we've been to Walt Disney World too many times to count. Both as a blogger/influencer as well as a parents and grandparents. We just got back from our latest trip with the...

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Messina Hof Winery Offers Holiday Wine Bundles and Tips

Texas Wine Lover 12/19 7:45A Jeff Cope

Messina Hof Winery is always celebrating the holiday in spectacular fashion. Here is a list of special holiday gift sets from Messina Hof for your wine-loving readers. Below...

Tyler Wolz and David Newitt Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 12/17 11:34P Jeff Cope

David Newitt and Tyler Wolz Most wineries have a head winemaker with assistant winemakers helping produce their Texas wines. In the case of Slate Theory Winery , they have two...

How to Choose the Perfect Wine for an Evening at Pin-Up Casino

Texas Wine Lover 12/17 10:22P Gus Hall

A sophisticated evening at a Canadian casino can be elevated by choosing the perfect wine to complement the atmosphere. Whether you re unwinding with friends, exploring the luxurious ambiance, or...

Bel Air Ranch Herb & Spice Co. Debuts Six NEW Flavor Profiles

Crave DFW 12/9 5:15A craveDFW

Fort Worth-based serial entrepreneur Justin Anderson introduced Bel Air Ranch Herb & Spice Co . in 2021, offering home cooks a way to elevate everyday meals with bold,...

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TWO FESTIVE HOLIDAY LOOKS

The Middle Page 12/20 2:06A Cathy Williamson

TWO FESTIVE HOLIDAY LOOKS Happy Friday! Well, are you finished shopping? I finally think I am as of yesterday! I m so glad to be, but now I must catch up on wrapping. We are keeping our grandkids...

The BEST Last-Minute Gifts!???

The Sister Studio 12/18 3:33A Jennifer Reed

Happy Wednesday, my friends! I can t believe we are one week out from Christmas. My kids get out of school this Friday and I cannot wait! I have really enjoyed putting these gift guides together for...

MY FAVORITE DATE NIGHT LOOKS FOR DECEMBER

The Middle Page 12/11 5:03A Cathy Williamson

MY FAVORITE DATE NIGHT LOOKS FOR DECEMBER Hello, ladies! How are we doing this week? Everywhere I go and everyone I ve talked to says that there has not been enough time between Thanksgiving and...

GIFT GUIDES GALORE!???✨

The Sister Studio 12/11 5:00A Jennifer Reed

Happy Wednesday, my friends! I hope everyone is having a wonderful week. I love compiling these gift guides each week- it s helping me stay on top of my own Christmas shopping, lol! I rounded up gift...

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Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes expects to play vs. Texans in matchup of AFC West and South champions

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/20 4:07A Associated Press

Both the Chiefs and Texans have top-tier defenses that have allowed them to clinch playoff spots so early in the season.

SMU eyes validation, Penn State eyes a breakthrough in College Football Playoff opener

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/20 3:25A Associated Press

When the Mustangs meet the Nittany Lions in the first round of the playoffs, they know there are people who think they have no right to be there.

Several storylines as Texas prepares to take on Clemson

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/20 2:36A Travis Recek

Several storylines as Texas prepares to take on Clemson

Luka Doncic starting foundation, already studying ways to improve access to youth basketball

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/20 1:17A Associated Press

Mavericks guard Luka Doncic is starting his own foundation to help ensure that children are learning how to play basketball in a positive environment.

Clippers beat Dallas 118-95 as Mavericks’ star guards Doncic and Irving sit due to injury

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/20 12:47A Associated Press

Doncic sat out with a left heel contusion, Irving with right shoulder soreness, in the first of a two-game series against Los Angeles.

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Frito-Lay recalls classic potato chips over ‘life-threatening allergic reaction’

Spectrum Local News Health 12/19 7:54A Kelsey Leffingwell

The recall is for the bags of chips sold in Washington and Oregon.

Most U.S. teens are abstaining from drinking, smoking and marijuana, survey says

Spectrum Local News Health 12/17 11:04P Associated Press

The only significant increase occurred in nicotine pouches.

Dallas parking minimums felt in health clinic space, CEO says

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 12/17 11:00P Plamedie Ifasso

The idea of eliminating parking minimums has been robustly debated in Dallas in recent years but is finally gaining traction at City Hall. Proponents of the change argue it...

Children’s Medical Center Plano completes new tower, jumps to next project

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 12/16 11:00P Aayush Gupta

Children’s Medical Center Plano just expanded its facilities with the opening of an eight-story tower with more than 100 beds and a dozen operating rooms. But hospital...

Your Mental Health: College student interventions for suicide prevention

Spectrum Local News Health 12/13 5:30A Nicole Clark, PhD

Suicide is the second leading cause of death for Americans between the ages of 10-35, according to the CDC.

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A Rare Wine That’s Rumored to Be the Ideal Steak Pairing, But Only a Few Can Enjoy It

Cooking Chew 12/20 3:03A Raul

Omaha Steaks and Laithwaites released a full-bodied red wine that pairs perfectly with steak, but act fast as it's available in limited quantities. The post A Rare Wine That s...

Want Free Sliders and Drinks from White Castle? A Holiday Costume is All You Need!

Cooking Chew 12/20 2:59A Raul

White Castle is celebrating the season with a fun offer: get free sliders and drinks when you wear a costume. Read on to learn more about this deal. The post Want Free Sliders...

Mulled Wine

Love and Lemons 12/19 2:38A Jeanine Donofrio

Jack and I love to make this mulled wine recipe during the holiday season. Packed with notes of citrus, apple, and aromatic spices, it s cozy, flavorful, and festive. Sipping...

Virginia Franchisee Secures Real Estate, Set to Open in the First Quarter of 2025

Restaurant News 12/19 12:11A RestaurantNews.com

Khurram Burney will open the Soon to be Famous chicken finger restaurant in Warrenton, Virginia, in early 2025. Warrenton, VA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Layne s Chicken Fingers...

Bacon Cauliflower Au Gratin

Joyful Healthy Eats 12/18 10:00P Krista

This smokey bacon-cauliflower au gratin with a cheese sauce is a hearty side for the holidays. Baked to melty perfection and topped with fresh thyme, it takes festive comfort food to the next level....