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Dallas Families Invited to Free Back-to-School Event with Backpacks, School Supplies and Shoes

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 7/24 2:40A Culver Public Relations

As families across North Texas prepare for the first day of school, Dream Center Dallas is inviting the community to a morning focused on helping local children start the year with confidence. On...

Kick Off the Fall at St. Andrew Methodist Church

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 7/24 2:02A Elizabeth Lenart

Community invited to begin a new season with family fun, faith, fellowship, and opportunities to connect St. Andrew Methodist Church is kicking off the fall season with two of its most anticipated...

AUDIOBOOK REVIEW: WHITEOUT by R.S. Burnett

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 7/22 10:00P KAREN SIDDALL

Whiteout by R.S. Burnett A riveting psychological thriller set in Antarctica as the world teeters on the edge of destruction. Whiteout by R.S. Burnett is the riveting tale of a researcher who...

AUDIOBOOK REVIEW: THE NIGHTMARE (KILLER INSTINCT/JOONA LINNA, #2) by Lars Kepler

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 7/20 10:00P KAREN SIDDALL

The Nightmare Killer Instinct/Joona Linna, #2 by Lars Kepler Narrated by Saul Reichlin Two seemingly unrelated murders and a professional hit man, who is stalking a young political activist, make...

CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW: BOBBY BIN'S BUSY DAY by Rina Croft

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 7/19 10:00P KAREN SIDDALL

Bobby Bins Busy Day by Rina Croft Follow an unsung hero through his busy day of trash removal and recycling. Bobby Bins Busy Day by Rina Croft is a vividly illustrated, interesting, and fun peek...

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Zepeda Vineyard & Winery: Muscadines, Memories, and Great East Texas Hospitality

Texas Wine Lover 7/27 3:12A Ron Martin

Discover Zepeda Vineyard Winery located in Pittsburg, Texas. The family-run winery is led by Mary and Julio Zepeda. Read More

RestaurantData Estimates 8,171 Restaurant Closures in First Half of 2026

Restaurant News 7/27 2:14A RestaurantNews.com

Source: RestaurantData An estimated 8,171 restaurant locations closed across the United States and Canada during the first half of 2026, according to a new market analysis...

Cheba Hut and 19 More Restaurant News Headliners of the Past Week

Restaurant News 7/27 12:51A RestaurantNews.com

Cheba Hut, Wild Bill s, Papa Murphy s, Layne s Chicken Fingers, and Juice It Up! lead RestaurantNews.com s Top 20 stories for the week ending July 26, 2026. 1) Cheba Hut...

Why Certain Wines Keep Appearing at Casino Tables

Texas Wine Lover 7/25 1:34A Gus Hall

Find out what dictates wine at casino tables, focusing on practicality over marketing in casino beverage selections. Read More

Tickets for Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival Now on Sale

Texas Wine Lover 7/23 3:44A Jeff Cope

Get your early bird ticket prices now for the Fredericksburg Wine Festival that will be held October 22-25. Enjoy four days of food and wine in the Texas Hill Country. Read...

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THE RICH RED TREND THAT’S CARRYING SUMMER STRAIGHT TO FALL

The Middle Page 7/24 4:40A Cathy Williamson

The Rich Red Trend That s Carrying Summer Straight Into Fall If you re already dreaming about fall fashion—but you re still melting in 100-degree weather—you don t have to choose. Rich berry tones and...

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Jason Robertson set for 1 more season with Dallas Stars, who hope for more after $12M deal

Spectrum Local News Sports 7/23 3:58A Associated Press

Without a contract extension, Robertson next summer could become an unrestricted free agent for the first time.

Alvarez and Paredes hit back-to-back homers in Astros' 5-2 win over Marlins

Spectrum Local News Sports 7/23 3:15A Associated Press

After Jeremy Peña's leadoff single in the eighth, Alvarez hit his major league-leading 34th homer to give Houston a 4-2 lead.

Jason Robertson signs $12 million deal with Dallas Stars to avoid arbitration hearing

Spectrum Local News Sports 7/22 3:30A Associated Press

He was a restricted free agent until his arbitration filing by the July 5 deadline.

Chris Sale dominates with 7 shutout innings as the Braves rout the Rangers 15-1

Spectrum Local News Sports 7/18 5:32A Associated Press

The Rangers had won eight of their last 10 games against left-handed starters, but they were over-matched against Sale.

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Cheba Hut and 19 More Restaurant News Headliners of the Past Week

Restaurant News 7/27 12:51A RestaurantNews.com

Cheba Hut, Wild Bill s, Papa Murphy s, Layne s Chicken Fingers, and Juice It Up! lead RestaurantNews.com s Top 20 stories for the week ending July 26, 2026. 1) Cheba Hut...

Weekly Meal Plan #29

Joyful Healthy Eats 7/24 11:00P Krista

This healthy weekly meal plan has 5 days of easy breakfast and dinner recipes made from real, wholesome ingredients and a high protein focus in mind. Grab the free printable shopping list to make meal...

Caprese Gnocchi

Love and Lemons 7/23 3:03A Jeanine Donofrio

This Caprese gnocchi recipe is about to become your go-to summer weeknight dinner! It cooks on one pan in under 30 minutes and is bursting with fresh flavor. Inspired by a...

Whipped Cottage Cheese

Love and Lemons 7/21 2:58A Jeanine Donofrio

This whipped cottage cheese recipe is an easy, delicious high-protein snack. It comes together in under 5 minutes: just add cottage cheese to a food processor with olive oil,...

Papa Murphy’s Turns Up the Sweet Heat with New Hulapeño Pizza

Restaurant News 7/21 2:09A RestaurantNews.com

The latest limited-time offering joins the Papa s Picks menu, combining DOLE® pineapple, jalapeños and Thai chili sauce for a bold flavor experience at an everyday value....