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11 murals around Dallas
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
November 14, 2024 03:10 PM
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Uptown Dallas announces four outdoor movie screenings in October
Uptown Dallas, Inc. will host four outdoor movie screenings in Griggs Park, starting Tuesday, Oct. 1 in Dallas, Texas.
September 20, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
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How to spend a fall weekend in Dallas
Fall has arrived in Dallas, Texas, and these are the best ways to enjoy the season with pumpkin patches, festivals, farms, and much more.
September 20, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
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Hall Park Frisco merges community, living, art and dining
Hall Park in Frisco is a development that consists of luxury living, community gathering experiences, and art installations.
July 22, 2024
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Kendall Lyons
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North Texas suburb opens brand new library and park
Library, park opens to Dallas and Cedar Hill residents
June 25, 2024
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Kendall Lyons
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Take a hike: A guide to Dallas hiking trails
Check out these hiking trails catered to all skill levels in and around Dallas for outdoor adventures.
June 21, 2024
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Parks and Recreation
New parking garage coming to the Dallas Zoo
The four-story parking garage is expected to open summer 2025.
June 18, 2024
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Maiya Turner
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Say goodbye to these North Texas theaters
These North Texas Theaters are closing for good — let’s take a walk down memory lane.
June 7, 2024
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Maiya Turner
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Kid-friendly activities in Dallas
We’re highlighting the best kid-approved activities that Dallas has to offer — complete with art exploration, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
May 13, 2024
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Monica Garske
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The best spots for your best friend — our favorite dog-friendly places in Dallas
Explore these dog-friendly places in the Big D — from places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, swim, and stay the night with your four-legged friends.
May 9, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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5 spring road trips from Dallas
Fill your gas tank and pack your bags — these road trips are the spring break inspo you didn’t know you needed.
April 10, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
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How to create an ofrenda for Día de los Muertos
Learn about the different elements of this altar and how to create one at home.
October 28, 2024
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The history behind the 1982 SMU football team
The highly anticipated game continues a 42-year rivalry between the Pittburgh Panthers and SMU football team, the Mustangs.
October 28, 2024
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What ice cream flavor best embodies Dallas?
Our city is home to so many distinct flavors and regional fruits and veggies. Which would you use to make Dallas into its very own flavor of ice cream?
October 25, 2024
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Deep in the heart of Texas — the history of the Texas flag
Most Texas have the utmost state pride but don’t really know a lot about its flag and what it represents.
October 25, 2024
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The Dallas Mavericks launch MavsTV
Wondering where to watch the Mavs play? The franchise is launching its own streaming platform which will show 70 games that aren’t being nationally televised.
October 24, 2024
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Dallas bagel shops locals love
Check out our guide to some of the best Dallas bagel shops in the metroplex.
October 24, 2024
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The best places to be the main character in Dallas
Experience these places in Dallas that will make you appeciate alone time more.
October 23, 2024
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