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Kenny's Burger Joint to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with $5 Cocktails

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Now Open in The Colony!

Visit The Colony 4/18 6:02A

From fun greens to delicious new cuisines, check out these new businesses now open in The Colony!

Summer Athletic League Registrations

The Colony, TX - News Flash 4/18 4:46A

Don’t miss out on this Summers Adult Athletic leagues! Registration is currently open and spots are going fast!

ELM Solar hiring dozens at different kind of solar power facility in The Colony

Dallas Business Journal 4/15 9:43A Seth Bodine

ELM Solar is eager to grow its new facility in southeastern Denton County, which will be used to produce a unique kind of solar energy and power storage system. Check out this...

Level Up Your Self-Care with Soothing Sound Baths at Vann Wellness Group in Coppell

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 4/10 10:00P Stephanie Mamantov

In today's fast-paced world, it's important to take time for self-care and relaxation. One way to do this is by participating in a sound bath experience. This unique form of vibrational healing has...

Second Chance for Dallas Solar Eclipse Glasses: Warby Parker Accepts Donations

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 4/9 9:13P Bubble Life

The awe-inspiring sight of the total eclipse here in Dallas might be a memory, but those amazing eclipse glasses you used don't need to gather dust! Here's the easiest way for you to recycle them and...

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JUST IN: Kappas Are “Keyed” Up to Celebrate Tablescapes’ 30th Anniversary With Herrera’s Wes Gordon

My Sweet Charity 4/19 10:30A Jeanne Prejean

Area weather guessers were betting that North Texas would be ground zero for getting slammed with the usual nasty elements (i.e., hail, wind, lightning, loads of rain, etc.) by 4 p.m. Thursday. But...

Take Back Day Is Nearing To Part Ways With Expired And Unwanted Medications

My Sweet Charity 4/19 6:30A Jeanne Prejean

MySweetCharity* With a bit of a chill in the area this weekend, why not use the time to clean out your closet or, rather your medicine cabinet? Take a deep breath and admit that there are pills and...

My Spring Weekly Outfit Recap

Brighton the Day 4/19 5:35A megan hopkins

The weekly outfit recap is here! From this Sézane Tie Dress (which comes in several different colors) to the maxi shirtdress you guys can t get enough of, we re feeling the...

Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Dynamic Duo Does it againfor 2025

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 4/18 10:06P Deborah Brown

Long time friends Dixey Arterburn and Ginger Sager, known as Thelma and Louise, are back together just changing roles. In 2014 Ginger was President of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League and Dixey...

Graduation Gifts

Tanya Foster 4/18 10:00A Tanya Foster

Yay for the Class of 2024! Can you believe we're already at the cusp of graduation season? This means it’s time to start gathering ideas for what to give the graduate! It's important to get the...

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Barrel & Bones partners with Insolito for May 1 Tequila Dinner

Crave DFW 4/19 7:36A Steven Doyle

When you think about a classic Texas smokehouse, tequila isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But maybe it should. The subtle citrus notes and spicy aromas from barrel aging make crafted tequilas...

Related: Barrel & Bones in The Colony to host Insolito tequila dinner May 1 The Colony BubbleLife iReporter

Kenny's Burger Joint to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with $5 Cocktails

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 4/19 12:59A Kelly Hunter

North Texans love a good party, and Cinco de Mayo, on Sunday, May 5, certainly provides a great reason for a fiesta. The team at Kennys Burger Joint loves any excuse for a party, and its celebrating...

Two Brothers Winery

Texas Wine Lover 4/19 12:06A Jeff Cope

Two Brothers Winery is located in Keller which is a short drive north of Fort Worth. The winery is family-owned and operated by two brothers, Brian and Eddie Kirkwood, and their spouses, Stephanie and...

Tell Mom She's Smokin' with Brunch at Barrel & Bones

The Colony BubbleLife iReporter 4/18 11:11P Kelly Hunter

Mothers Day brunch doesnt have to be a boring buffet with simple eggs and bacon. Iconic Texas smokehouse Barrel & Bones is celebrating mom with an amazing brunch available both Saturday, May 11 and...

Celebrate National Picnic Day with Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

Restaurant News 4/18 11:38A RestaurantNews.com

World s largest barbecue brand offering guests $5 off Picnic Packs on April 23rd Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Let Dickey’s Barbecue Pit help you combine your two...

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A DRESS FIT FOR AN ISLAND TRIP OR POOL PARTY

The Middle Page 4/16 1:46A Cathy Williamson

A DRESS FIT FOR AN ISLAND TRIP OR POOL PARTY Hello, ladies! Do you all know much about Mercury in Retrograde? An explanation is that the planet Mercury appears to travel backward across the sky three...

Finds I’m LOVING this week!

The Sister Studio 4/13 10:29P Jennifer Reed

Happy Sunday to you, my friends!! May your coffee be strong and your house be nice and quiet this morning! We had a busy day of kids soccer and basketball yesterday, so I m enjoying this morning when...

DAY AND NIGHT LOOK FROM A FAVORITE BRAND

The Middle Page 4/9 3:22A Cathy Williamson

DAY AND NIGHT LOOK FROM A FAVORITE BRAND Hello, everyone! Did you get a chance to see the eclipse (if you were in the path) yesterday? I didn t think it would be that big of a deal, but let me tell...

SALES ON SALES!

The Sister Studio 4/6 10:47P Jennifer Reed

Happppy Sunday, my friends! We have had a JAM packed week between a quick trip to Austin for work, playing catch up once I got back, and kids sports this week. Remi has a soccer tournament this...

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Stars waited late to find out they get playoff rematch against the defending Stanley Cup champions

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/19 11:48A Associated Press

Vegas is the second wild card in the West

Rangers option rookie Jack Leiter 1 day after he allowed 7 runs in his major league debut

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/19 11:04A Associated Press

Leiter was the No. 2 overall pick in the 2021 draft

Texas spring signals time for Ewers to slow down and enjoy football in 2024 before NFL draft

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/19 8:46A Associated Press

The decision to stay also keeps Arch Manning waiting for his turn

Defending champ Golden Knights to face top-seeded Stars in playoffs after 4-1 loss to Ducks

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/19 1:42A Associated Press

The defending Stanley Cup champions will face top seed Dallas in the first round beginning Monday night, while the Kings play Edmonton.

With no 1st-round pick, this year's draft lacks buzz for Houston Texans

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/18 8:16A Associated Press

The Houston Texans won last year’s NFL draft by taking C.J. Stroud.

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JUST LISTED: Luxury Univeristy Park Home in Highland Park ISD at 8415 Turtle Creek

DFW Urban Realty 4/19 4:10A broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Luxury University Park Home in University Heights, Highland Park ISD: 8415 Turtle Creek Blvd - University Park, TX Located in the prestigious Park Cities neighborhood of...

Tax Assessments are Arriving. Wondering About Your Property’s Value?

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 4/18 10:41A Steve Smith

Many homeowners are expressing surprise – if not outright shock – upon receiving their annual statement from the local tax appraiser’s office. Now’s an excellent time to take a look at the difference...

Spring into Action: The Spring Housing Market and the Ebby Halliday Companies Spring Home Tour are...

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 4/17 6:32A Steve Smith

15004 Bellbrook Drive | Addison | $2,650,000 | Open Sunday, April 21, 3 – 5 p.m. As the days grow longer and the flowers bloom, the spring housing market also heats up. This Sunday, April 21, offers...

JUST LISTED: Luxury Home Sale in Allen, TX at 1617 Whirlaway Court

DFW Urban Realty 4/13 7:38P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Luxury Living in the Heart of Lovejoy ISD: 1617 Whirlaway Court, Allen TX 75002 Discover unparalleled elegance and sophistication at 1617 Whirlaway Court, Allen, TX. This...

What’s So Grand About Grand Prairie Life?

VIP Realty 4/13 2:55A tom@57realty.com (Thomas Heinz)

If searching for a new spot in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Grand Prairie deserves a good look. It offers a sweet mix of affordability, location, and community, making it a...

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Emergency rooms refused to treat pregnant women, leaving one to miscarry in a lobby restroom

Spectrum Local News Health 4/19 1:11A Associated Press

Complaints that pregnant women were turned away from U.S. emergency rooms spiked in 2022 after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.

Judge fines Texas HHSC $100,000 per day over foster care failures

Spectrum Local News Health 4/16 4:38A Craig Huber

Allegations include abuse, neglect.

Houston hospital halts liver and kidney transplants after learning a doctor manipulated some...

Spectrum Local News Health 4/12 4:09A Associated Press

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is aware of the allegations, and an investigation is underway.

Ag commissioner says chickens destroyed to prevent bird flu spread being replaced

Spectrum Local News Health 4/11 5:48A Erin Davis

The disease struck about 40% of dairy cows in the Panhandle.

Study ranks Texas among worst states for quality of children’s health care

Spectrum Local News Health 4/10 5:16A Tanya Velazquez

Texas ranked 49th, following Wyoming and Mississippi, for the quality of children’s health in all 50 states.

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Hot Cocoa vs Hot Chocolate: Choose Your Cozy Cup! +RECIPE

Cooking Chew 4/19 9:40A Renee Groskreutz

It s that time of the year again where we start looking for something warm to drink that is comforting. Ok yes, coffee is always in The post Hot Cocoa vs Hot Chocolate: Choose...

Celebrate National Picnic Day with Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

Restaurant News 4/18 11:38A RestaurantNews.com

World s largest barbecue brand offering guests $5 off Picnic Packs on April 23rd Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Let Dickey’s Barbecue Pit help you combine your two...

'Vampire' bacteria thirst for human blood — and cause deadly infections as they feed

Live Science 4/18 8:17A emily.cooke@futurenet.com (Emily

Vampires don t only haunt the pages of classic novels and spook us in horror movies — they re also lurking inside the human body. In new research, scientists have found that...

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Love and Lemons 4/18 4:11A Jeanine Donofrio

Let s make lemon poppy seed muffins! These classic muffins are bursting with fresh citrus flavor, and they have a moist, tender texture that s punctuated by the poppy seeds crunch. I love them plain...

Chicken Caprese with Balsamic Reduction

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/17 11:00P Krista

This juicy, baked chicken caprese is drizzled with balsamic reduction for a savory meal you ll love! Each bite is filled with fresh basil, melty mozzarella, and sweet roasted tomatoes for a...