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Inside the 44th Annual Equest Blue Ribbon Gala

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Top Stories: ➊ – The Peach Cobbler Factory and 19 More RestaurantNews.com Headliners of the Past Week (Monday), ➋ – SAVINGS?, SALES, & MORE!??? (Sunday), ➌ – Layne’s Chicken Fingers Celebrates Multiple Six-Figure Opening Weeks (Tuesday), ➍ – The Bougie Restaurant That Disappointed Us Again and Again Has Closed (Tuesday), ➎ – Oklahoma eyes 5th straight national title at Women’s College World Series (Monday)

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Kids' Colony Splash Park is Open!

Visit The Colony 5/30 5:15A

Summer fun has officially arrived as Kids' Colony Splash Park is now open and ready for play!

Public Works responds to water main break on North Colony

The Colony, TX - News Flash 5/28 5:27A

Public Works crews are responding to a water main break on North Colony Boulevard near O’Hare Circle, impacting approximately 107 homes in this area.

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Summer Outfit Inspiration

Tanya Foster 5/29 7:18A Tanya Foster

Let's talk summer outfit inspiration. Summer is here, which means lots of travel and outdoor events. I am definitely looking forward to lots of pool time, patio cocktails and dinners al fresco. We...

Inside the 44th Annual Equest Blue Ribbon Gala

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 5/22 10:58P Susan Friedman

The 44 th Annual Equest Blue Ribbon Gala was a night where cowboy boots and big-hearted bidding came together in a spirited celebration that still has Dallas buzzing. On April 25, Gilleys Dallas was...

Memorial Day Weekend Vibes & SALES

Tanya Foster 5/22 6:09A Tanya Foster

Memorial Day is Monday so I’m sharing some fun red, white, and blue pieces for you to add to your wardrobe this summer. This weekend is a great time to stock up on summer essentials because there are...

BOOK REVIEW: THE CALENDAR by WM Gunn

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 5/21 9:03P KAREN SIDDALL

The Calendar by WM Gunn A suspenseful tale of an asteroid on a collision course with the Earth. The Calendar by WM Gunn is a suspenseful end-of-times tale about the approach of a giant asteroid on...

Best Places to Travel in Texas This Summer: What to Do, Where to Stay & What to Wear

Tanya Foster 5/19 1:00A Tanya Foster

Can you believe summer is almost here? With Memorial Day weekend right around the corner , now’s the perfect time to start planning your next getaway. I shared the best travel gadgets and essentials...

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Wine and Birthday Flowers: A Texas Birthday Win

Texas Wine Lover 5/31 3:26A Gus Hall

Imagine a Texas birthday: a warm Austin evening, a bottle of local red on the table, and a stack of roses stealing the show. That’s the kind of gift that hits different, one...

Exploring Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa: Where Wine Meets Relaxation

Texas Wine Lover 5/29 10:13A Jeff Cope

Villas I had always wanted to stay at Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa , where the villas are nestled right alongside the winery, brewery, restaurant, and spa. I first got a...

Deep Ellum Continues to Play the Restaurant ‘Hunger Games’ as Two New Spots Open

Eater Dallas 5/28 6:32A Courtney E. Smith

Brunch at Palma? We just might if the eggs look this good. | Flagship Restaurant Group There’s also a new Hawaiian spot in Old East Dallas, Tim Love’s croquet bar in Fort Worth, and all-you-can-eat...

Papa Murphy’s Launches “Summer Selects” – The Pizza Deal of the Summer

Restaurant News 5/28 3:57A RestaurantNews.com

Starting in May, enjoy select oven-ready pizzas for just $8.99* and complete your meal with ready-to-bake sides and desserts – the perfect recipe for an easy, delicious...

The Bougie Restaurant That Disappointed Us Again and Again Has Closed

Eater Dallas 5/27 4:31A Courtney E. Smith

This restaurant in the Epic consistently over promised and under delivered. | La Neta Cocina y Lounge Lots of long-running restaurants also closed this month, including our favorite doughnut shop In a...

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Amazon WINNERS ?

The Sister Studio 5/30 4:07A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Friday my friends! I hope everyone had a wonderful week and has fun plans this weekend. We ve been soaking up the first week of summer break and it s been so, so nice! I updated my Amazon...

THE FLAT SANDAL WE LOVE FOR SUMMER

The Middle Page 5/30 12:52A Cathy Williamson

Stylish Summer Sandals: Our Take on Veronica Beard Via Metallic Flat Slide Sandals Summer is the perfect time to showcase chic footwear that combines comfort and style, and what better way to do that...

SAVINGS?, SALES, & MORE!???

The Sister Studio 5/25 4:17A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Sunday my friends! I hope everyone is enjoying the long weekend my kids are officially on summer break now, and I can t get over how fast this year flew by. We re soaking up the weekend...

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Dallas Wings rookie Paige Bueckers to miss at least 2 games while in WNBA's concussion protocol

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/31 3:10A Associated Press

Bueckers won’t play in Dallas’ home game Saturday against the Sky, or at Seattle on Tuesday night.

Jung's run-scoring single in the eighth helps Rangers beat Blue Jays 2-0

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/28 2:18A Associated Press

Both teams have had trouble scoring runs. Texas went in last in the AL with 183 runs.

Oilers beat Stars 4-1, take a commanding 3-1 lead in Western Conference final series

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/28 1:50A Associated Press

The Stars are in danger of being eliminated in the West final by the Oilers for the second year in a row.

Paige Bueckers returns to Connecticut hoping to get her first win as a pro

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/27 9:43A Associated Press

Bueckers has never lost at Mohegan Sun Arena, where the WNBA Sun plays their home games.

Stars need more production from their stars to avoid elimination against the Oilers

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/27 2:22A Associated Press

The Dallas Stars went nearly 100 minutes without scoring on Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner from Games 1 through 3 of the Western Conference final.

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Caris Life Sciences files for IPO

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 5/30 9:46A Sydney Asher

Irving-based Caris Life Sciences filed to go public on the Nasdaq and revealed a significant revenue jump between 2023 and 2024. Still, the company remains unprofitable and is...

Breaking down medicine costs with Jay Bhaumik

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 5/30 5:57A

The cost of medicine has a significant effect on the daily lives of countless individuals around the world. The price point that is set for any given pharmaceutical item has a...

NTxBio eyes Plano sites for life sciences manufacturing hub

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 5/28 1:49A Aayush Gupta

NTxBio's expansion plans go beyond just the new Plano facility, with CEO Jamie Coffin hinting at future growth in both Texas and New Mexico. The biomanufacturing company plans...

Kenyan diplomat turns to Texas for life-saving stroke care

Spectrum Local News Health 5/19 4:30A Brian Scott

In the growing field of stroke rehab, it's a combination of a physical and mental approach to undo the damage of a life-changing emergency.

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Balsamic Vinaigrette

Joyful Healthy Eats 5/29 11:00P Krista

I call this recipe for Balsamic Vinaigrette the staple because I make it so often, it s definitely a staple in my home! It s easy to whip up and the sweet, tangy flavor brings out the best in any...

Challenge Butter Ditches Traditional Sticks for Pre-Portioned Cubes

Cooking Chew 5/29 9:49A Andi Reis

Challenge Butter is revolutionizing the dairy aisle with individually wrapped, cube-shaped portions containing exactly four tablespoons each - a response to research showing...

Nina Dobrev Just Bought You a Drink—Here’s the Finnish Summer Sip Everyone’s Buzzing About

Cooking Chew 5/29 9:33A Wil Vistal

Nina Dobrev went full baller this Memorial Day, dropping $500K to treat 50,000 fans to Finnish Long Drinks. Missed it? Here’s why this drink’s still the summer MVP. The post...

Easy Mixed Berry Pastries Recipe – Flaky Puff Pastry with Fresh Summer Berries ?

Cooking Chew 5/29 9:01A Andi Reis

I'm sharing my foolproof mixed berry pastries recipe that transforms simple puff pastry and fresh berries into bakery-worthy individual desserts. The post Easy Mixed Berry...

How to Make Iced Coffee

Love and Lemons 5/29 3:08A Jeanine Donofrio

Iced coffee is my favorite way to start a warm spring or summer day. Sorry, hot coffee—when the temps are high enough, only the iced stuff will do. In the last few years, iced...