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Jakes Burgers & Beer Still Crazy After All These Years

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Top Stories: ➊ – Maddy Siegrist scores 22 and Dallas holds on for an 81-80 win after the Fever close on a 19-3 run (Wednesday), ➋ – Sticker shock is coming for employer health plans in 2026. Here's why. (Thursday), ➌ – Rangers put struggling slugger Adolis García on IL and activate Evan Carter (Wednesday), ➍ – Grand Opening of East Plano Paris Baguette Café on August 14 as the Brand Continues to Dominate the Bakery Café Space (Wednesday), ➎ – Mavs to host San Antonio Spurs on opening night of NBA season (Wednesday)

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Independence Day Trash, Recycling & Bulk Schedule

Parker Texas News Flash 7/2 6:10A

Due to the Independence Day holiday on Friday, July 4th, there will be a partial change to trash/ recycling and Week 1 Bulk collection.

Baylor Scott & White to open new Frisco medical center as Collin County growth surges

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local News) 6/25 4:13A Alanna Quillen

As North Texas continues to grow at a record pace, Baylor Scott & White Health is preparing to meet the region’s rising healthcare needs with the opening of a brand new...

Body of missing Dallas firefighter recovered from North Texas lake, officials confirm

CBS DFW News 6/23 7:41A Briauna Brown

The body of a missing Dallas firefighter was recovered Monday morning after he was reported missing while kayaking at a North Texas lake over the weekend, officials confirmed....

Town Hall on ETJ Land

Parker Texas News Flash 6/20 10:56A

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Lifelong Employability Begins with Job Search Workshop in Allen

Parker BubbleLife iReporter 7/1 11:00P Martha Jane Brounoff

Do you want to achieve lifelong employability but are not sure how to go about it? If so, come join the St. Jude Career Alliance at its comprehensive, faith-based job search workshop on Saturday, July...

The GLP-1 weight loss debate: Pharmacy benefit leaders weigh in on difficult coverage decisions

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 6/30 7:00P Lauren Lawley Head, Writer, TBJ

Employers are grappling with the ripple effect of an increasingly popular weight loss treatment. Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists are a favored treatment for...

Pegasus Park lands Silicon Valley startup focused on skin treatments

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 6/27 1:34A Noor Adatia

The latest company to arrive at Pegasus Park's BioLabs is known for developing high-tech dermatology treatments. California-based Cage Bio specializes in developing topical...

Fourth of July Pool Party at Fairmont Dallas Sip, Swim & Celebrate!

Parker BubbleLife iReporter 6/27 12:57A Culver Public Relations

This Fourth of July, Fairmont Dallas is turning up the heat and the beats! On Friday, July 4, from 1 PM to 5 PM, guests and locals alike are invited to kick off the holiday weekend with the ultimate...

Former American Heart Association leader dies at 84

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 6/24 1:55A Rachel Behrndt

Cass Wheeler, who led the Dallas-based American Heart Association for more than three decades, died recently. He's remembered as a supportive mentor who guided the huge...

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Jakes Burgers & Beer Still Crazy After All These Years

Crave DFW 7/2 10:03A Steven Doyle

Jakes Burgers & Beer has been a fixture in the Dallas burger landscape since 1985, when it opened its first location on Henderson Avenue. What began as a modest counter-service joint quickly carved...

West Sandy Creek Winery Debuts Art & Vine: A WSCW Art Market

Texas Wine Lover 7/2 3:21A Kristie Stevens

The proprietors of West Sandy Creek Winery invite you to their first art market on Saturday, July 12, from 1-7 p.m. Art & Vine will feature 15 unique artists from Walker...

Spice Up National Fried Chicken Day and National Chicken Wing Day with Bonchon’s Special Promotions...

Restaurant News 7/1 6:22A RestaurantNews.com

Fried chicken fans can expect a flavor-packed July with Bonchon s upcoming celebrations Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Bonchon , a global leader in Korean fried chicken,...

Melting Pot Names New CEO, Celebrates 50th Anniversary With Continued Growth and Leadership...

Restaurant News 7/1 3:30A RestaurantNews.com

The premier fondue franchise is building on its 50th anniversary with expanded leadership roles, new development deals and a continued focus on brand evolution. Tampa, FL (...

One Elm Vineyards Grower Profile

Texas Wine Lover 7/1 1:04A Jeff Cope

With deep roots in agriculture and a lifelong commitment to farming, the transition to grape growing was a natural evolution for West Texas grower Brad Stewart. After years in...

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TWELVE YEAR CANCERVERSARY

The Middle Page 7/1 3:09A Cathy Williamson

Happy July… and Happy 12-Year Cancerversary to Me! Twelve years ago today, I woke up in a hospital bed minus one tumor and two breasts—and honestly, I’ve never felt more grateful. July 1st will always...

OMG! Amazon, I love you!!!!??

The Sister Studio 6/30 4:42A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Monday my friends! This summer is FLYING by I can t believe it s almost July! I m trying to soak up every bit of summer with my kids that I can time, slow down! I rounded up all of my...

Classic summer outfits

Krystal Schlegel 6/24 10:23A krystal

These are a few outfits and accessories I have been getting a lot of use out of for summer so far! White jeans are my go-to and the Carolyn shirt button down is such a classic piece that you can never...

BEST FINDS of THE WEEK!??

The Sister Studio 6/24 1:31A Jennifer Reed

Happy Tuesday, my friends! I m headed to New York for a quick work trip today. I ll be back on GMA this week and I m so, so excited they re having me back! In the meantime, I rounded up so many items...

FOURTH OF JULY READY

The Middle Page 6/20 3:05A Cathy Williamson

FOURTH OF JULY READY Hi, ladies! I hope everyone is hanging in there! What a crazy time to be alive, right? Is anyone else refreshing the news every couple of minutes? I am on X (formerly Twitter) and...

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Victor Caratini's 3rd career grand slam leads the Astros past the Rockies 6-5

Spectrum Local News Sports 7/2 2:46A Associated Press

The Rockies fell to a major league-worst 19-66.

No flirting with perfection for deGrom against O's this time. Just another solid start for Texas...

Spectrum Local News Sports 7/2 2:44A Associated Press

Texas Rangers ace Jacob deGrom had another impressive start in his comeback from Tommy John surgery.

NBA free agency opens with Spurs, Rockets, Hawks, Magic and Mavs among those making early moves

Spectrum Local News Sports 7/1 2:40A Associated Press

The Spurs lured center Luke Kornet away from Boston with a four-year, $41 million deal.

Elvis Andrus inducted into Texas Rangers Baseball Hall of Fame with assist from Adrian Beltré

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/30 2:39A Associated Press

The fun-loving skilled shortstop was inducted as the 27th member of the Texas Rangers Hall of Fame on Saturday.

Jose Altuve homers and Framber Valdez tosses six shutout innings in Astros' 2-0 win over Cubs

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/30 2:39A Associated Press

Altuve’s 13th home run of the season broke a scoreless tie in the fifth inning.

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JUST LISTED: Uptown Dallas Condo for Lease at 3208 Cole Ave 1109 | Bois Du Chene Condos

DFW Urban Realty 6/21 9:53P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Just Listed: Uptown Dallas Condo for Lease at 3208 Cole Avenue 1109 Live in the heart of it all at the luxury condo just listed in Uptown Dallas at 3208 Cole Avenue 1109 in...

JUST LISTED: Ranch Style Home For Sale in Tool, TX Close to Cedar Creek Lake

DFW Urban Realty 6/19 2:24A broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Ranch Style Home For Sale in Tool, TX Minutes From Cedar Creek Lake Looking to enjoy lake life with plenty of space to spread out? Discover 605 E. Will White Road in Tool, TX,...

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

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 8/19 4:32A 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...

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

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 8/19 3:00A 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...

The Healthy Breakfast I’m Making On Repeat

Love and Lemons 8/19 5:51A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

We’ve been spending August at our cottage in Michigan, where we’ve had a steady stream of guests. My mom, my sister, close friends… Every time someone comes to town, we go...

Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake (5 Ingredients!)

Joyful Healthy Eats 8/17 11:00P Krista

This Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake recipe is an easy 5 ingredient classic! Made with cherry pie filling, crushed pineapple and yellow cake mix, it s a simple dessert recipe that hits all the right notes....

Refugee Farm Programs Harmed by Federal Cuts

Civil Eats 8/17 10:01P Caleb Hampton

On a cool morning in early June, Ram Khatiwoda, the farm coordinator at the New Roots farm in West Sacramento, California, took a visitor through the garden plots on a strip of land sandwiched between...