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Youth Fall Football (Semi Contact) Ages 6 to 14

Starting the Week Right: Things Everyone Should Do on Sunday Nights

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Form D Friday: Truck Yard creators raising $4M to take beer garden spot to The Colony

Dallas Business Journal 8/17 7:49A Jon Prior

The creators behind the Greenville hangout spot Truck Yard are raising up to $4.2 million from investors to open a spot in The Colony this fall, a major hedge fund in Dallas...

Get Your Tickets to the 2018 Okrapalooza in Dallas Today

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 8/17 7:00A Anna Mazzocchi

Okra is a classic staple to any Southern table, and thank goodness for that. The delicious vegetable is one of the most versatile out there, and people have caught on to that over the years so much so...

Apps That Can Help You Take Care of Your Mental Health

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 8/16 5:00A Riley Heruska

We've all heard about apps like Headspace and MyFitnessPal , but what other resources exist in your phone ? There are dozens of apps available that can help you become a healthier, happier person....

The Super Bowl of Giving by Dave Scullin, CEO

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 8/14 11:00P Christine Rogers

No part of the country supports their community more than Texans, especially those here in North Texas. And now its time to gear up for this years Super Bowl of giving event coming up on September...

The Top 5 Hotels to Check Out for an Awesome DFW Staycation

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 8/14 1:00P Anna Mazzocchi

Staycations can be just as much fun as getting out of town, especially in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. There are plenty of fun hotels and mini-getaways around us that make for a wonderful end of summer...

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Starting the Week Right: Things Everyone Should Do on Sunday Nights

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 8/18 2:00A Riley Heruska

If youre like most people , you dread Sunday evenings. Theyre the calm before the weekday storm, and rather than using them to prepare, wed rather relax and watch TV. Interestingly, Business Insider...

Read These Books Before Their Movie Adaptations Hit the Big Screen

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 8/16 3:00A Riley Heruska

The book is always better than the movie. If youre a reader, you probably want to get your hands on the written word before you buy tickets to watch the film adaptation. There are several big movies...

Addicted to Shopping? Here Are 5 Ways to Cut Back and Buy With Purpose

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 8/15 8:00A Riley Heruska

If you're a self-labeled "shopping addict," you're not alone. Recent studies show that about 20 million Americans have an addictive, unhealthy relationship with shopping. The rise of online sales has...

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Family Events 2018 August 17-23

The Colony Family eGuide 8/15 3:40A Valerie

Family Events 2018 August 17-23 Local Events 2018 August 10-16 : Find special events in the North DFW suburbs of Flower Mound, Lewisville, Highland Village, Carrollton, Coppell, Grapevine, The Colony,...

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Take Care of Your Young Athlete

The Colony Family eGuide 8/14 4:30A Valerie

Take Care of Your Young Athlete With the school season now underway, many children and teens are participating in a wide variety of organized sports. However, with this participation comes the...

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5 Fantastic Colleges in Texas You Might Not Know About

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 8/17 4:00A Riley Heruska

If your child is a junior or senior in high school, youre probably spending a great deal of time discussing higher education. There are 176 different colleges in Texas, which can make the application...

Tricks for Easing Your Kids Back Into Their School Schedules

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 8/14 3:00A Riley Heruska

For most families, school starts within the next two weeks. Summer is drawing to a close, and with that change comes a new schedule for parents and kids alike. This switch can be difficult, especially...

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5 New Trader Joes Products You Have to Try

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 8/17 2:00A Anna Mazzocchi

Trader Joes remains a favorite grocery store for so many people around the country. Who can argue with inexpensive, high-quality food and specialty items made exclusively for their store cookie...

How to Sneak More Veggies Into Your Kid's Diet

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 8/16 9:00A Riley Heruska

Every parent wants to encourage their child to eat healthy foods, but sometimes, picky eaters can be unbelievably stubborn. If your child refuses to touch anything green, here are some techniques you...

Cookbooks With Delicious Recipes for People on the Keto Diet

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 8/10 6:00A Riley Heruska

Ever since the early 2000s, the ketogenic diet's popularity has increased dramatically. More and more people are embracing a low-carb, high-fat lifestyle, which is why we wanted to look into some of...

The Best Stores for Saving Money on Groceries

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 8/8 3:00A Riley Heruska

We all know that different grocery stores offer different deals and discounts. Sometimes it's cheaper to buy your meat at one place and your veggies at another, or maybe you know just where to get...

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5 New Store Openings for Summer Shopping

DFW Style Daily 8/7 5:00A Lisa Petty

A new season means new shops to break our wallets! After achieving the perfect tan, head over to these new air-conditioned shops in town and indulge in a little retail...

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Youth Fall Football (Semi Contact) Ages 6 to 14

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 8/18 10:05P Shawn Smith

American Flex Football for players ages 6 to 14 has registration open until Aug 22nd for individual players and full teams. Semi contact with blocking allowed but no tackling or head impact for...