Plus, WFAA celebrates 75 years in Dallas.
 
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Sunrise 7:14 a.m. | Sunset 7:24 p.m.
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Editor’s Note
Happy Saturday, Dallas. If I were you, I’d be at the Dallas Farmers Market, picking up fresh produce and seasonal decor. It’s never too early to start adding pumpkins around the house.
 
Top Stories
DALtoday Texas Rangers baseball forever hunt

Texas Rangers kickoff citywide scavenger hunt | The Texas Rangers season is nearly over, but the fun is just getting started. Take to the city to find these bronze baseballs that have been scattered about. Each one holds collectible items that celebrate Rangers baseball + the 2023 World Series championship.

Fountain Place Tower with a dramatic yellow and orange sunset in the background.

Best places for photography in Dallas | You don’t have to take our word for it, either. We checked in with D’Marcus McDowell and Justin Hoard — two local photographers — for their pro tips on getting out into the field in Big D.

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How Dallas ‘Y’all Street’ is putting the state on the finance world map | This is Dallas’ financial district and it’s the second largest hub for finance jobs in the US, home to Fortune 500 companies like Fidelity, Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, and JPMorgan Chase.
 
Events
This Weekend
  • Tour des Fleurs | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 7 a.m. | Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden | $89+ | Join or watch this quarter-, half-, or full-marathon that includes a post-race concert.
  • TCU Horned Frogs vs. SMU Mustangs | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 4 p.m. | Gerald Ford Stadium | $86+ | Whether you’re cheering for the Mustangs or the Horned Frogs, we’re willing to bet a Texas team walks away from this game with a win.
  • The Boho Market | Sunday, Sept. 22 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Klyde Warren Park | Free | Shop from local vendors, grab a meal from a food truck, or bring your pup to the dog park.
  • Baltimore Ravens vs. Dallas Cowboys | Sunday, Sept. 22 | 3:25 p.m. | AT&T Stadium | $44+ | The Cowboys look to bounce back after last week’s loss, but will have to slow down Lamar Jackson to do so.
Plan Ahead
  • Cirque du Soleil: Songblazers | Wednesday, Sept. 25-Saturday, Oct. 5 | Times vary | Fair Park | $50+ | Watch this daring acrobatic show then explore the State Fair of Texas as your ticket to the show also grants general fair admission.
  • Forgotten Space | Friday, Sept. 27 | 7 p.m. | AT&T Performing Arts Center | $34+ | Jam out with a Grateful Dead tribute band + this show was formerly scheduled for April, so all previously purchased tickets will be honored.
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News Notes
Featured
  • 75 years. That’s how long our content partners WFAA have been dishing out top quality news in Dallas. We sat down with the longstanding institution to hear more about their decorated history.
Opening
  • Pizza Patron, a Latin-style pizza chain, is moving into Oak Cliff this November. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurant and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website. (CultureMap Dallas)
Family
  • The young ones will never say the dreaded phrase, “I’m bored” if you take them on a trip to these kid-friendly activities within DFW. Think: Museum tours, art classes, and outdoor adventures.
Drink
  • Keep your mornings local by picking up a fresh cup of coffee at one of these Dallas-based roasters. We’ve even included a handy map so you can quickly locate the closest cafe at your convenience.
Trending
  • In case you missed it, Dallas is seeking a new police chief after Eddie García announced job change plans. Stay up to speed on Dallas city government by following WFAA’s Jason Wheeler on X.
Travel
  • Want to make sure your next vacation takes off without a hitch? Check out our guide to the DFW Airport for a full food rundown and to know just how early you should arrive to get through security. Bon voyage.
Sports
  • Will Mavrik Bourque have a breakout season with the Dallas Stars? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Stars with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
     
    City Guide

    🏫 Making the grade

    Making the grade: 26 school districts in Dallas
    The front of H. Grady Spruce High School, with a green lawn and flowering bushes near the door.
    Dallas ISD has more than 200 schools, and is ranked the No. 151 best school district for athletes in Texas. | Photo provided by Dallas ISD
    Dallas has 130+ school districts and 100,000+ of students. We’re giving you the 411 on enrollment, student-teacher ratio, tuition, and more for the area’s major public school districts.

    And don’t worry, there won’t be any homework.

    Before we dive in, here are four facts about schools in D-Town:
    • Dallas ISD is home to 150 two-way dual language programs
    • Grapevine-Colleyville ISD is rated the No. 4 best school district in Texas
    • Minority enrollment in Dallas ISD is 90%.
    • Dallas is also home to 130+ private schools — learn more about them here.
    Dallas ISD
    • Number of schools: 237
    • Number of students: ~143,000
    • Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
    • No. 537 best school district in Texas
    • 81.1% graduation rate
    Duncanville ISD
    • Number of schools: 19
    • Number of students: ~11,900
    • Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
    • No. 34 best school district for athletes in Texas
    • 94% graduation rate
    24 more local schools
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