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Family seeks answers after dog shot and killed in Alvarado backyard

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

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Top Stories: ➊ – New Children's Health hospital campus receives another $100 million gift (Thursday), ➋ – Release: USDA Halts Rural Energy Efficiency Investments (Wednesday), ➌ – Special Needs Resources in Dallas-Fort Worth (Tuesday), ➍ – 9 Family Fun Activities Kids Will Love (Tuesday), ➎ – Charter Schools (Tuesday)

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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,...

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CHILDREN'S AUDIOBOOK REVIEW: LIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE WORLD - SPRING by S.J. Barratt

Midlothian BubbleLife iReporter 3/12 2:00A KAREN SIDDALL

Living at the Edge of the World Spring Papala Island Adventure, #2 by S.J. Barratt Viking history and modern-day treasure hunters clash on a small, isolated island. Living at the Edge of the World...

Tiny Tykes Toddler Storytime

City of Midlothian (Calendar) 3/11 7:00P

Event date: March 12, 2026 Event Time: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM Location: 215 N. 8th St. Midlothian, TX 76065 Description: An interactive story time for toddlers. age 2-3 and their...

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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...

Diamond

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

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

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Hat Creek Assists High School Ballers and Faculty with Free Burgers

Restaurant News 3/12 9:10A RestaurantNews.com

Austin-based burger company celebrates four North Texas high school basketball teams with special offer Austin, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) As the state of Texas gears up for...

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%...

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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...

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McDonald’s and 19 More Restaurant News Headliners of the Past Week

Restaurant News 4/6 12:36A RestaurantNews.com

McDonald s, Prince St. Pizza, Gong cha, The Melt, and Wendy s lead RestaurantNews.com s Top 20 stories for the week ending April 5, 2026. 1) McDonald s USA Introduces New...

Pan Seared Scallops Recipe

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/5 11:00P Krista

This pan seared scallops recipe delivers tender, golden scallops nestled on top of a bright, smoky corn relish for a dish that s both elegant and effortless. And if you ve never cooked scallops...

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...

Family seeks answers after dog shot and killed in Alvarado backyard

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

Upcoming Events » see the full calendar

News » indicates external link

Important City Contact Info Now at Your Fingertips

Family seeks answers after dog shot and killed in Alvarado backyard

Lifestyle » indicates external link

CHILDREN'S AUDIOBOOK REVIEW: LIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE WORLD - SPRING by S.J. Barratt

Tiny Tykes Toddler Storytime

Explore & Play for 2 to 5-year-olds

Diamond

Wiggle & Grove for preschoolers

Food & Dining » indicates external link

Hat Creek Assists High School Ballers and Faculty with Free Burgers

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

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

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

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

Sports » indicates external link

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

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

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

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

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

Health & Fitness » indicates external link

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

EatGreenDFW News » indicates external link

McDonald’s and 19 More Restaurant News Headliners of the Past Week

Pan Seared Scallops Recipe

Weekly Meal Plan #14

Release: Cynthia Hayes Memorial Scholarship Now Accepting Applications

USDA Pauses Rural Energy Grants Amid Anti-Renewables Push

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Special Needs Resources in Dallas-Fort Worth

Charter Schools

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