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Family seeks answers after dog shot and killed in Alvarado backyard

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Family seeks answers after dog shot and killed in Alvarado backyard

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Top Stories) 3/10 7:44A Alanna Quillen

A North Texas family is asking for answers and justice after their dog was shot and killed while staying with relatives in Alvarado. Dalton and Katherine Samek say their 4‑year‑old basset hound,...

Five people in custody after police chase from Ellis County to FW ends in crash

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Top Stories) 2/26 7:52A Hannah Jones

A police chase that started in Ellis County came to a crashing end in West Fort Worth. According to the Ellis County Sheriff s Department, a deputy observed a vehicle shooting from the roadway near FM...

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Tyke Tales Pre-K Storytime

City of Midlothian (Calendar) 3/10 7:00P

Event date: March 11, 2026 Event Time: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM Location: 215 N. 8th St. Midlothian, TX 76065 Description: Join Ms. Sierra for our interactive story time designed...

Explore & Play for 2 to 5-year-olds

City of Midlothian (Calendar) 3/10 7:00P

Event date: March 11, 2026 Event Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: 215 N. 8th St. Midlothian, TX 76065 Description: An engaging session for toddlers and preschoolers between...

Chewy

City of Midlothian (Photo Gallery) 3/9 8:00P

Name: Chewie Age: Adult Sex: Unknown Breed: DSH Intake Date: 03/10/2026 Intake Type: ACO Trap Location: Robinson Rd Vaccines: Unknown Microchipped: Unknown Sterilized: Unknown...

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Wiggle & Grove for preschoolers

City of Midlothian (Calendar) 3/9 7:00P

Event date: March 10, 2026 Event Time: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Location: 215 N. 8th St. Midlothian, TX 76065 Description: For children ages 3-5, this 30-minute session combines...

Spring

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Name: Spring Age: 6 Months Old Sex: Female Breed: Chihuahua Mix Intake Date: 03/09/2026 Intake Type: Stray / ACO Pick Up Location: Whisperwood Way Vaccines: Yes Microchipped:...

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The Heavyweight Champion Returns: Soulman’s Boss Hog Sandwich Back for a Limited Time

Restaurant News 3/10 9:22A RestaurantNews.com

North Texas Favorite Bar-B-Que Stacks Four Smoked Meats on a King s Hawaiian Bun Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) The Boss is back and it is bigger than ever. Soulman s...

South Block Leads Category in Innovation, Protein-Packed Offerings, and Delivering Value to Guests

Restaurant News 3/10 8:26A RestaurantNews.com

Cherry Blossom Smoothie Beloved acai and smoothie concept taps into seasonal cravings, protein-focused nutrition and evolving portion preferences Washington, DC (...

DQ Restaurants In Texas Celebrate St. Patrick's Day With New And Returning Minty Treats

Midlothian BubbleLife iReporter 3/8 11:21P Mary Jane Coker

For fans feeling lucky this March, DQ® restaurants in Texas are celebrating St. Patricks Day with the new Mint Crunchin Cookie Dipped Cone and the Mint OREO® Blizzard® Treat, available while supplies...

William Chris Wine Company Announces Rebecca Caroline, A New Traditional Method Sparkling Wine Brand...

Texas Wine Lover 3/5 7:49A Jeff Cope

Press Release William Chris Wine Company proudly announces the launch of Rebecca Caroline , a new brand devoted to traditional method sparkling wines made from 100%...

Seasonal Space for Barrels, Presses, and Bottling Gear

Texas Wine Lover 3/5 6:46A Gus Hall

Harvest squeezes every job into a shorter and tighter schedule, and the first thing that pops is space. Barrels need safe berthing, presses and pumps need clean and easy to...

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Cowboys get edge rusher Rashan Gary in trade with Packers as free agency opens, AP source says

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/9 8:25A Associated Press

Dallas will send a 2027 late-round pick to the Packers, the person said.

Heiskanen scores in overtime to push the Stars past the Blackhawks, 4-3

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/9 2:47A Associated Press

Second in the Western Conference, the Stars are 11-0-1 in their last 12.

No. 10 TCU pulls away from K-State in 2nd half to reach Big 12 championship game

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/8 8:13A Associated Press

The Horned Frogs, who were the regular-season champions, will look to repeat as tournament champions Sunday against No. 15 West Virginia.

Avalanche beat Stars 5-4 in a shootout, ending Dallas’ 10-game winning streak

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

The Dallas Stars hadn’t lost since Jan. 22.

Rookie Cooper Flagg has a mixed return to the Mavericks' starting lineup in loss to the Magic

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/6 2:35A Associated Press

The Mavericks didn't hesitate to go directly to their rookie star in crunch time.

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Kelcy Warren's energy giant donates to $5 billion pediatric hospital campus

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/11 1:34A Plamedie Ifasso

Energy Transfer is the latest donor to the new $5 billion pediatric hospital campus rising in the Southwestern Medical District. Its $15 million gift will result in a new...

Tylenol maker announces layoffs ahead of Kimberly-Clark buyout

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 2/26 9:03A Lauren McDonald

Kenvue plans to cut hundreds of jobs before being acquired by Irving-based consumer goods giant Kimberly-Clark. In addition to Tylenol, Kenvue makes household items including...

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Weekly Meal Plan #14

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/3 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...

Release: Cynthia Hayes Memorial Scholarship Now Accepting Applications

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 4/3 2:42A Laura Zaks

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Release: Cynthia Hayes Memorial Scholarship Welcomes...

USDA Pauses Rural Energy Grants Amid Anti-Renewables Push

Civil Eats 4/2 10:23A Rebekah Alvey

April 2, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has paused processing applications for a popular rural energy program, further delaying funds to farmers as high...

Loaded Sweet Potato Fries

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/1 11:00P Krista

Whether you serve them as an appetizer, side dish, or just make a meal out of them, these loaded sweet potato fries are going to be a WIN. This game day favorite pairs crispy baked sweet potato wedges...

Comment: NSAC Condemns USDA’s Withdrawal of Support For Next Generation Farmers

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 4/1 10:19A Laura Zaks

For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Comment: NSAC Condemns USDA’s Withdrawal of Support For...