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Christmas tree recycling Dec. 26 thru Jan. 11

The Colony, TX - News Flash 12/16 4:06A

Residents wishing to drop off their Christmas trees for recycling may begin doing so Dec. 26, continuing through Jan. 11, 2026.

Nightly Christmas Lights at Central Firehouse

The Colony, TX - News Flash 12/11 9:23A

Experience the magic of the season at the Christmas Spectacular Light Show, running nightly at Central Firehouse through January 4, 2026! This dazzling, choreographed display...

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BOOK REVIEW: CRESCENT CITY CHRISTMAS CHAOS (VINTAGE COOKBOOK MYSTERY, #4) by Ellen Byron

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 12/17 10:00P KAREN SIDDALL

Crescent City Christmas Chaos Vintage Cookbook Mystery, #4 by Ellen Byron This holiday season in the Big Easy is anything but easy! When Virgil surprises Ricki by hiring her father out of...

BOOK REVIEW: THE TWELVE SUSPECTS OF CHRISTMAS (A PROVENCE MYSTERY) by Ana T. Drew

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 12/11 7:00P KAREN SIDDALL

The Twelve Suspects of Christmas A Provence Mystery by Ana T. Drew A long-forgotten cold case may add up to murder! The Twelve Suspects of Christmas is a spin-off cozy mystery set in the Provencal...

BOOK REVIEW: THE GREENLEAF MURDERS (HISTORIC HOMES MYSTERY, #1) by R.J. Koreto

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 12/10 7:00P KAREN SIDDALL

The Greenleaf Murders Historic Homes Mystery, #1 by R.J. Koreto Was it the passion for the old family home that led to murder? The Greenleaf Murders is the first book in R.J. Koretos new cozy...

BOOK REVIEW: SNOWFALL by Jennifer Patricia O'Keeffe

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 12/10 7:00P KAREN SIDDALL

Snowfall by Jennifer Patricia OKeeffe Has an anxiety-ridden librarian met her perfect match during a snowstorm? Snowfall by Jennifer Patricia OKeeffe is a fun romance novella about an anxious...

BOOK REVIEW: THE STARLIGHT MINT SURPRISE MURDER (CHRISTMAS COOKIES) by Marla A. White

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 12/8 9:00P KAREN SIDDALL

The Starlight Mint Surprise Murder Christmas Cookies by Marla A. White Mels attempt at starting over leads to an attempt on her life! After an on-the-job injury leaves Emmeline Mel ORourke unable...

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Rock N’ Roll Sushi Caps 2025 With Strong Growth and High-Voltage Momentum

Restaurant News 12/17 10:15A RestaurantNews.com

Popular American-Japanese fusion concept marked by strategic expansion and new restaurateurs Mobile, AL ( RestaurantNews.com ) Rock N Roll Sushi closed the year with broader...

John’s Backyard Grill: Dallas’ Unassuming Flavor Haven

Crave DFW 12/12 9:03A Steven Doyle

If you’re driving along Davenport Road in far north Dallas and see a Chevron, it might be easy to pass right by. But behind the everyday gas pumps and convenience store sits John’s Backyard Grill , a...

World-Class Wine Competition Expands Horizons: Texas International Wine Competition (TXIWC) Partners...

Texas Wine Lover 12/10 6:50A Jeff Cope

Press Release The Texas International Wine Competition (TXIWC) invites amateur winemakers to compete alongside established vintners for top awards in one of North America s...

Feng Cha Appoints Dessie Brown, Jr. as Director of Marketing

Restaurant News 12/8 2:05A RestaurantNews.com

Dessie Brown, Jr. Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Feng Cha , the rapidly-growing U.S. boba tea brand known for its handcrafted drinks and vibrant community spaces, today...

Goode Partners / Sicilian Oven and 19 More Restaurant News Headliners of the Past Week

Restaurant News 12/8 12:06A RestaurantNews.com

Goode Partners/ Sicilian Oven, Layne s Chicken Fingers, Angry Chickz, White Castle, and Ono Hawaiian BBQ lead RestaurantNews.com s Top 20 stories for the week ending December...

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Cute Holiday Style + The Best Sales!?

The Sister Studio 12/12 2:51A Jennifer Reed

TGIF, my friends!! We are one week out from Christmas break, and I can t wait!! I found some REALLY great items this week, including this $10 cozy pullover , affordable holiday party outfit ideas,...

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Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland may need another surgery on his foot, AP source says

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/19 2:00A Associated Press

Regardless of the decision on surgery, Bland's season is probably over with three games to go.

Cooper Flagg and Anthony Davis lead Mavericks past Pistons, 116-114 in overtime

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/19 1:36A Associated Press

The Pistons played without two starters much of the night.

Rangers sign former All-Star reliever Alexis Díaz to a $1 million, 1-year contract

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/19 1:32A Associated Press

The team announced the signing of the hard-throwing 29-year-old right-handed free agent on Tuesday night.

Wyatt Johnston scores 2, Roope Hintz has goal and assist as Stars beat Sharks 5-3

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/19 1:28A Associated Press

Roope Hintz had a goal and an assist, and Justin Hryckowian and Jamie Benn also scored for Dallas.

Dolphins benching Tua Tagovailoa for rookie and former Texas QB Quinn Ewers, AP source says

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/17 4:20A Mike D'Alonzo, Associated Press

Ewers, drafted 231st by Miami, was the former QB for the University of Texas Longhorns.

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Dallas Area ZIP Code Ranked Top 5 in the U.S.

VIP Realty 12/10 2:58A rs@viprealtyinfo.com (VIP Realty

Dallas Area ZIP Code Ranked Top 5 in the U.S. In late 2025, a national relocation-tracking service named Lavon’s 75166 ZIP code the No. 5 hottest ZIP code in the entire United...

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Colossal Foundation doubles funding to $100 million for de-extinction mission

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 12/17 1:00A Noor Adatia

The Dallas company working to bring back the woolly mammoth just doubled its nonprofit funding to $100 million. Find out which other extinct species are on the revival list...

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Christmas Salad

Love and Lemons 12/19 2:21A Jeanine Donofrio

This Christmas salad is a fresh, festive addition to a holiday table! It features ruby red pomegranates, candied pecans, shaved pecorino, and roasted squash over a bed of...

Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad With Apple & Pomegranate

Joyful Healthy Eats 12/17 10:00P Krista

Thinly sliced Brussels sprouts are jazzed up with crisp apples, juicy pomegranate arils, crunchy pecans, and white cheddar in this festive Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad. The perfect fall inspired...

BOOK REVIEW: CERTAIN SENSIBILITIES by Sondra Rice Newman

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 12/17 1:00A KAREN SIDDALL

Certain Sensibilities by Sondra Rice Newman Touching and tender May-December romance. Certain Sensibilities is a contemporary womens fiction novel by Sondra Rice Newman that tells the unique and...

30 Best Christmas Side Dishes

Love and Lemons 12/17 3:16A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

These Christmas side dishes include everything you need for a delicious holiday feast! They range from fan-favorite potato recipes to stunning winter vegetables, fresh salads,...

Exclusive: Senator Schiff Introduces Bill to Support ‘Alternative Protein’ Development

Civil Eats 12/17 2:00A Lisa Held

December 17, 2025 – Senator Adam Schiff (D-California) will introduce legislation today to direct more than $500 million in federal support over the next five years toward...

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