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SERVPRO Team Shaw Named One of Americas Fastest-Growing Private Companies by Inc. 5000

Lee Cullum to Receive the 2026 Texas Womans University Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award

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Heavy rain falls in parts of North Texas Wednesday morning ahead of another heat advisory

CBS DFW 8/20 7:30A Steven Rosenbaum

Amid the hottest stretch of weather of the 2025 so far, morning commutes in parts of North Texas were slowed by heavy rain. The rain started to the northwest of the Metroplex...

Tarrant County commissioners to consider slashing voting locations

CBS DFW 8/19 3:37A Trevor Sochocki

The Tarrant County Commissioners Court will meet Tuesday morning to approve polling locations for the special election coming up in November. The proposal under consideration...

SERVPRO Team Shaw Named One of Americas Fastest-Growing Private Companies by Inc. 5000

Haltom City BubbleLife iReporter 8/18 11:32P Jennifer Halstead

Grapevine, TX August 19, 2025 SERVPRO Team Shaw is proud to announce its inclusion on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America , a recognition that reflects both...

Texas redistricting battle to start new phase with Democrats expected return to Capitol

CBS DFW 8/17 3:23A Jack Fink

For the second week, Republicans and Democrats have continued their showdown over new congressional maps in Texas, which will result in five new GOP-majority districts at the...

Texas House fails to make a quorum on 6th attempt as Democrats continue holdout, second special...

CBS DFW 8/15 5:05A CBS Texas Staff

The Texas House reconvened Friday morning in its sixth attempt to make a quorum, after Democrats left the state to protest a redistricting plan expected to favor Republicans...

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BOOK REVIEW: FANNING FIREFLIES (LIMERENT, #3) by L.S. Delorme

Haltom City BubbleLife iReporter 8/18 10:00P KAREN SIDDALL

Fanning Fireflies The Limerent, #3 by L.S. Delorme A town on the brink and a love that shouldnt be. Fanning Fireflies is the third book in author L.S. Delormes riveting and mysterious Limerent...

CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW - SPOONS: A FAMILY STORY OF ENDURING LOSS by J. Corn

Haltom City BubbleLife iReporter 8/14 10:00P KAREN SIDDALL

Spoons by J. Corn Colorful, simple, and comforting story about missing and remembering our loved ones who have passed on. Spoons by J. Corn is a helpful childrens picture book about how we can...

Paulette Woodard Named Medical City North Hills CNO

Haltom City BubbleLife iReporter 8/14 12:51A Morgan Roundy

North Richland Hills Paulette Woodard, DNP, MHA, RN, has been named chief nursing officer at Medical City North Hills , starting Aug. 18. Dr. Woodards HCA Healthcare career began with Methodist...

Lee Cullum to Receive the 2026 Texas Womans University Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award

Haltom City BubbleLife iReporter 8/13 12:41A Juliette DC

Texas Womans University (TWU) will present the 2026 Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award to award-winning veteran journalist Lee Cullum at the Dallas Leadership Luncheon, set for February 17,...

BOOK REVIEW: SINS OF THE FATHER (DETECTIVE NATHAN PARKER, #4) by James L'Etoile

Haltom City BubbleLife iReporter 8/12 7:45P KAREN SIDDALL

Sins of the Father Detective Nathan Parker, #4 by James LEtoile A threat from Parkers past teams up with a dangerous new foe. Sins of the Father is the fourth book in author James LEtoiles...

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25+ Affordable Workwear Outfits??

The Sister Studio 8/17 4:03A Jennifer Reed

Happy Sunday, my friends! We survived the first week of school over here it was a whirlwind!! I hope everyone had a wonderful week. I put together 25 different workwear outfits for you today: these...

THE RICH SHADE EVERY FALL WARDROBE NEEDS: CHOCOLATE BROWN

The Middle Page 8/16 5:31A Cathy Williamson

THE RICH SHADE EVERY FALL WARDROBE NEEDS: CHOCOLATE BROWN Happy Saturday! What a whirlwind of a week this has been for me. We got back from Montana on Monday and went straight into work mode. I don t...

Your Weekly Dose of Outfit Inspo!??

The Sister Studio 8/8 1:24A Jennifer Reed

TGIF, my friends! I can t believe the end of summer (at least for us!) is here. My kids start school next week and I feel like this summer has truly gone by in the blink of an eye. I ve been trying to...

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Dallas Baptist baseball program will become affiliate member of Pac-12 in 2027

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/21 8:41A Associated Press

The Patriots played four seasons in Conference USA and won regular-season championships in 2023 and 2025 and the league tournament in 2024.

No. 16 SMU prepares for encore after smashing ACC debut that included playoff spot

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/21 6:31A Associated Press

Coach Rhett Lashlee senses it coming off an 11-3 season, and with SMU ranked in The Associated Press preseason poll at No. 16.

Kyle Higashioka has a 3-run double in the 9th to help the Rangers beat the Royals 6-3

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/21 2:41A Associated Press

Higashioka's double gave Texas its first lead since the first inning.

Micah Parsons is still a spectator at Cowboys practice as he awaits a contract extension

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/21 2:41A Associated Press

Barring a trade, Parsons' options are limited.

Paige Bueckers scores 44 points, sets WNBA rookie record in Dallas Wings' loss

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/21 2:40A Associated Press

Bueckers is 60 points shy of Arike Ogunbowale’s franchise rookie scoring record of 630 points, set in 2019.

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JUST LISTED: Corner Lot Home for Sale in Garland, TX at 319 Cole Street in Schreiber Estates

DFW Urban Realty 8/19 8:40P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

JUST LISTED: Spacious 5-Bedroom Corner Lot Home for Sale in Garland, TX – 319 Cole Street Open Floor Plan With Smart Layout This inviting home features a wide-open living...

Best Neighborhoods in Keller, Texas

VIP Realty 8/14 4:29A rs@viprealtyinfo.com (VIP Realty

Best Neighborhoods in Keller, Texas Keller, Texas—a picturesque suburb in the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex—offers a small-town charm with all the amenities of a big city...

JUST LISTED: Modern Home for Rent in Dallas at 1277 Clifftop Near Bishop Arts District

DFW Urban Realty 8/8 8:54P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

JUST LISTED: Modern Home for Rent in Dallas at 1277 Clifftop Near Bishop Arts District If you’ve been looking for the perfect mix of style, comfort, and location, the newly...

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Domestic violence cases against men are on the rise

Spectrum Local News Health 8/20 9:54A Valencia Jones

Advocates say too many male victims of domestic violence are afraid to speak out about their abuse.

Texas health officials declare end of measles outbreak

Spectrum Local News Health 8/18 5:50A Katharine Finnerty

Ninety-nine people were hospitalized, and two school-aged children died in the measles outbreak that began in late winter.

Advocates worry drug overdoses will rise due to federal cuts

Spectrum Local News Health 8/12 4:15A Geraldine Torrellas

Overdose deaths declined between 2023 to 2024 and advocates attribute this to naloxone distribution.

Tips for easing back to school anxiety in kids

Spectrum Local News Health 8/10 7:32A Nicole Clark, PhD

For many kids, going back to school triggers anxiety and even depression. But for parents, there are strategies to help your kids adjust.

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'We completely freaked out': Orcas are attacking boats in Europe again

Live Science 9/3 6:23A Patrick Pester

Orcas along the Spanish coast are attacking boats once again, leaving destroyed rudders and stranded crews in their wake. A small population of orcas ( Orcinus orca ), or...

Love & Lemons Cooking Club – September!

Love and Lemons 9/2 9:59A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

Our Cooking Club is a fun way to celebrate the Love & Lemons community of readers. The concept is super simple—each month, I choose a recipe. You make it, and you leave a...

Layne’s Chicken Fingers Recognized on Nation’s Restaurant News’ 2025 100 Under 100

Restaurant News 9/2 12:23A RestaurantNews.com

The Soon to be Famous chicken finger franchise was recognized for its rapid unit-count growth. Frisco, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Layne s Chicken Fingers , the rapidly growing chicken finger...

Virgin Mojito (Nojito Recipe)

Joyful Healthy Eats 8/31 11:00P Krista

Refreshingly minty, fizzy, and full of tangy lime flavor, this Nojito recipe has everything you love about the original, without the alcohol! This is a mocktail you ll want to sip all summer long....

This 3-Ingredient Cocktail Is Perfect for Labor Day

Love and Lemons 8/31 2:20A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

For me, Labor Day weekend is bittersweet. There’s lots to look forward to in fall, but if I could stop time and let summer go on forever, I totally would. It will always be my...