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

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Top Stories: ➊ – Family seeks answers after dog shot and killed in Alvarado backyard (Tuesday), ➋ – Kelcy Warren's energy giant donates to $5 billion pediatric hospital campus (Wednesday), ➌ – Banh Xeo at Vietnam (So Good) (Tuesday), ➍ – Avalanche beat Stars 5-4 in a shootout, ending Dallas’ 10-game winning streak (Saturday), ➎ – Cowboys get edge rusher Rashan Gary in trade with Packers as free agency opens, AP source says (Monday)

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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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Garage Sale: 6210 Cynthia Drive

City of Midlothian (Calendar) 3/12 7:00P

Event date: March 13, 2026 Event Time: 08:00 AM - 01:00 PM Location: 6210 Cynthia Drive Midlothian, TX 76065 Description: Tons of kids' clothes, shoes, toys, and furniture.

Related: Garage Sale: 731 Hill Meadow Drive City of Midlothian (Calendar)

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...

Related: Tyke Tales Pre-K Storytime City of Midlothian (Calendar)

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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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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Robertson, Benn have two goals each in surging Stars' 7-2 win over Oilers

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/13 2:38A Associated Press

The Stars are 13-0-1 in their last 14 games. Their only longer point streak is a 15-game run during the 1998-99 season.

Jerry Jones doesn't rule out Cowboys re-engaging on Maxx Crosby but doesn't anticipate such a move

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/13 2:28A Associated Press

Dallas is trying to rebuild a defense that was among the worst in the NFL last season.

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.

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Fortress buys Florida senior living facility

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/13 5:51A Leah Foreman

An assisted living facility in Palm Coast, Florida, has been purchased by Dallas-based Fortress Investment Group.

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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Coconut and Pineapple Mocktail

Joyful Healthy Eats 3/12 11:00P Krista

Need a vacation to the tropics? This refreshing Coconut and Pineapple Mocktail is the next best thing! It s creamy, frothy, lightly fizzy, and the tropical flavor makes it taste like pure sunshine....

Glazed Carrots

Love and Lemons 3/12 3:49A Jeanine Donofrio

This glazed carrots recipe is a delicious, easy vegetable side dish. Cooked with brown sugar or honey to bring out their natural sweetness, the carrots are tender, flavorful,...

House Farm Bill Doesn’t Address Farm Challenges, Critics Warn

Civil Eats 3/10 11:37A Rebekah Alvey

Farm and food groups have urged Congress for years to act on a full five-year farm bill, in hopes of providing more certainty to the U.S. food system. Farm bill discussions...

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...

Easy Vinegar Coleslaw Recipe (no mayo)

Joyful Healthy Eats 3/8 11:00P Krista

This easy vinegar coleslaw recipe is a crisp, tangy, and refreshing side dish that comes together in minutes, ready to brighten up any meal! A little bit of honey and Dijon in the dressing makes the...