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Old Union Depot Station in 1902
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When was Dallas founded?
Living in Dallas, have you ever stopped and wondered how this awesome city came to be?
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Tell us you’re from Dallas without telling us you’re from Dallas.
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Y’all Street is a financial hub in Dallas, Texas and its caught the eye of national media, Fortune 500 companies, and more.
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Only Dallas Cowboys super fans know these team facts
The 2024-25 NFL season for the Dallas Cowboys kicks off on Sunday, Sept. 8, but today we are looking at past record holders and more.
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Remembering Dallas’s hottest day on record
Dallas’s hottest day on record was Aug. 18, 1909, when the Metroplex hit 115°.
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The colorful Olympic rings stand outside the tan and brown exterior of Place de l'Hotel-de-Ville in Paris, France.
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Break it down: New sports at the Paris 2024 Olympics
Breakdancing will be showcased on a global scale — find places where you can try the sport in Dallas.
August 8, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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History
Deep Ellum’s blues and jazz history
The neighborhood’s rich history in blues and jazz has made it one of Dallas’ historic treasures.
August 2, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Pictured is the historic Texas Theatre nestled in between other small local shops.
Culture
Did you know these movies and TV shows were filmed in Dallas?
Whether you’re a Dallas film buff or a lover of the city, you may be shocked to know some of these movies and TV shows were filmed right here in the Big D.
July 31, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A black and white photograph from the air over the White Rock Airport
History
The history of Dallas airports
Explore some of Big D’s oldest airports that once served the region and paved the way for regional and national expansion.
July 30, 2024
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Kendall Lyons
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Culture
Dallas’ 1999 time capsule
What was Dallas like at the turn of the millennium? We took a look back at the final year of the 20th century to see what life was like pre-Y2K.
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