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Top Stories: ➊ – Alcon to buy Lensar in deal worth up to $430M (Thursday), ➋ – Dwell with Dignity Announces the Return of Thrift Studio, Presented by Amazon (Monday), ➌ – Everyday Looks I’ve Been Wearing (Friday), ➍ – Timeless Wheels & Vintage Steel: The Village Shops Spring Car Show Returns (Tuesday), ➎ – Grant Halliburton Foundation Raises $300,000 at 16th Annual Beacon of Hope Luncheon (Wednesday)

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Texas Health to open first urgent care center in nation's fastest-growing city

Dallas Business Journal 3/31 3:19A Aayush Gupta

Texas Health Resources plans to soon open the first urgent care facility in Celina, which ranked as the fastest growing city in the nation from mid-2022 to mid-2023. But...

Dallas firm wants to redevelop this dead Central Texas factory site

Dallas Business Journal 3/31 1:56A Colin Pope

It's our job to not just cover what's happening, but also explore what's to come. So we recently surveyed Milam County, including the soon-to-be-budding land that is Rockdale,...

DART, Trinity Metro CEOs warn of impact of funding cuts

Dallas Business Journal 3/31 1:55A Seth Bodine

The CEOs of Dallas Rapid Area Transit and Fort Worth's Trinity Metro want to leverage the economic power of developing real estate next to rail lines. But both leaders say...

Mixed-use project faces crucial vote after zoning commission denial

Dallas Business Journal 3/31 1:37A Seth Bodine

A proposed mixed-use project in Flower Mound faces an uphill battle after a zoning setback. Dallas is gearing up for a major economic windfall from the World Cup while...

GARAGE SALE 1653 STONEHAVEN PLACE

Little Elm Calendar of Events 3/28 7:00P

Event date: March 29, 2025 Event Time: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Location: Little Elm, TX 75068

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Park Place Lexus Plano Recognizes Frisco ISD Teachers of the Year

Little Elm BubbleLife iReporter 3/31 12:34A Mary Jane Coker

Park Place Lexus Plano recognized Frisco Independent School District Teachers of the Year, Robert Fitzgerald and Sarah Dickerson. Fitzgerald was named Elementary Teacher of the Year and Dickerson was...

Dwell with Dignity Announces the Return of Thrift Studio, Presented by Amazon

Little Elm BubbleLife iReporter 3/30 9:36P Juliette DC

Dwell with Dignity , a nonprofit dedicated to transforming lives through design, announces the return of its largest fundraiser, Thrift Studio, presented by Amazon. The event kicks off with an...

Everyday Looks I’ve Been Wearing

Brighton the Day 3/28 9:39A Brighton

If you’re anything like me, you want everyday looks that feel just as good as they look. Whether I’m heading out for errands, meeting a friend for coffee, or working from home, I always try to reach...

BOOK REVIEW: LEFT (TERRAN INCOGNITA, #1) by Paul McGrath

Little Elm BubbleLife iReporter 3/25 8:51P KAREN SIDDALL

Left Terran Incognita, #1 by Paul McGrath Delightful, with unexpectedly perfect plot twists. Left is the first book in author Paul McGraths new science fiction series, Terran Incognita, and...

KEEP IRVING BEAUTIFUL SEEKS NOMINATIONS FOR ANNUAL AWARDS

Little Elm BubbleLife iReporter 3/24 10:14P kibjulie17

KEEP IRVING BEAUTIFUL SEEKS NOMINATIONS FOR ANNUAL AWARDS Mayor and KIB Awards Honor Irvings Difference Makers (IRVING, TEXAS) - Keep Irving Beautiful is asking for nominations to be submitted for...

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Birdcall Launches Daily Breakfast Offerings in McKinney

Crave DFW 3/27 10:24A Steven Doyle

Birdcall , a rising star in the fast-casual dining scene, is making mornings in McKinney, Texas, a little brighter with the introduction of its innovative new breakfast menu. Known for its commitment...

2025 TEXSOM Awards – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 3/26 9:05P Jeff Cope

The 2025 TEXSOM Awards have been announced, and these are the results for Texas wineries. The TEXSOM Awards judging took place February 15 18, 2025 at Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas. There...

Stray Grape Urban Winery

Texas Wine Lover 3/26 8:00P Jeff Cope

More and more wineries are opening around the San Antonio area, but Stray Grape Urban Winery has been in San Antonio since 2008. It started as a Water 2 Wine franchise by the...

Best Wines to Accompany a Poker Night

Texas Wine Lover 3/26 7:54P Gus Hall

Even though wine has actually been a staple of social gatherings for a long time, people no longer use it just for fancy dinners or romantic evenings. According to recent data...

Kenny's Restaurant Group to Reward Most Loyal Fans with Free Food

Little Elm BubbleLife iReporter 3/23 11:12P Kelly Hunter

All the restaurants founded by noted chef and restaurateur Kenny Bowers have grown with the premise that every day is a holiday and every meal a feast. The restaurants care and dedication to their...

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March Amazon Finds—on SALE!

The Sister Studio 3/27 3:24A Jennifer Reed

Happy Thursday, my friends! May your coffee be nice and strong today we re sooo close to Friday! Amazon is doing a big Spring Sale this week so I wanted to round up all of my March favorites, several...

A Colorful Table Setting For 10 or Just Two!

Color and Chic 3/26 4:35A Hoang-Kim

Spring is here and it s time to host! Whether you re inviting 10 people over or just one or two, I think it speaks volume to set the table and pull out the pretty napkins. Not only will it make things...

STRIPES: THE TIMELESS TREND FOR EFFORTLESS SPRING AND SUMMER STYLE

The Middle Page 3/23 5:57A Cathy Williamson

STRIPES: THE TIMELESS TREND FOR EFFORTLESS SPRING AND SUMMER STYLE Hello ladies! How is everyone today? I have been in Ojai Valley since Wednesday to see my daughter. She had an emergency surgery on...

LIVE NOW: Target’s MASSIVE SALE!?

The Sister Studio 3/23 4:54A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Sunday everyone! We are home after spending the week in Colorado for Spring Break let s just say my snowboarding isn t going to be winning awards anytime soon, but we had SO much fun all...

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Houston's defense carries Cougars into 7th Final Four with 69-50 March Madness win over Tennessee

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/30 10:39A Associated Press

The Cougars will face Cooper Flagg and five-time national champ Duke Saturday in San Antonio.

Texas Rangers place 3B Josh Jung on 10-day IL with neck spasms

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/30 8:42A Associated Press

Jung batted twice in an exhibition game at home Monday night before exiting because of neck stiffness.

Battle for Texas: Former Big-12 foes TCU, Texas ready for Elite Eight showdown at women's tourney

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/30 7:21A Associated Press

With historical rivalries at play, TCU aims to continue its winning streak and reach the Final Four.

Mavericks outlast Bulls 120-119 to pad lead in play-in race

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/30 6:36A Associated Press

Dallas led by 11 points late in the fourth quarter but Chicago cut it to 118-116 with 8.6 seconds left.

Tatum's 29 points, 10 rebounds powers Celtics past Spurs for eighth straight victory, 121-111

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/30 6:29A Associated Press

Keldon Johnson had 23 points and Stephon Castle added 22 points as the Spurs lost their third straight.

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CCAR and MetroTex Approve Plan of Merger

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 3/31 4:12A bri@ccar.net

CCAR and MetroTex Approve Plan of Merger On March 27, 2025, the CCAR and MetroTex Board of Directors voted to approve a Plan of Merger. This vote allows both associations to participate in a due...

Announcing CCAR TRLP Class XVII

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 3/24 4:42A anaidacarmona

Announcing CCAR TRLP Class XVII Please join us in congratulating these Collin County Area REALTORS® and area association participants on their acceptance into the 2025 Texas REALTORS® Leadership...

Understanding How Rising Insurance Costs Impact Home Affordability in Collin County

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 3/24 4:31A bri@ccar.net

Understanding How Rising Insurance Costs Impact Home Affordability in Collin County In real estate, affordability is a top priority for buyers. Recently, however, one factor...

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Alcon to buy Lensar in deal worth up to $430M

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/27 1:23A Sydney Asher

The companies will come together to advance robotic laser technology in cataract surgery; improving precision, reducing patient comfort, and providing faster recovery time....

Texas measles outbreak expected to last for months, though vaccinations are up from last year

Spectrum Local News Health 3/21 6:54A Associated Press

Pharmacies across the U.S., especially in Texas, are seeing more demand for MMR shots.

Nestlé recalls some Lean Cuisine, Stouffer's meals

Spectrum Local News Health 3/19 3:15A Lydia Taylor

The company is asking consumers to return the products to the retailer from where it was purchased.

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Morento MR5866 smart air purifier review

Live Science 4/2 6:00A

If you type "air purifier" in Amazon's search bar, chances are you will see the Morento MR5866 Smart Air Purifier as one of your top choices. This unassuming appliance has...

Op-ed: How Trump’s Tariffs Could Impact Your Local Restaurant

Civil Eats 4/1 11:00P Clare Reichenbach

Independent restaurants—establishments owned and operated by an individual, family, or small group rather than a larger chain or franchise—are more than places to eat. They’re...

Brisket Recipe

The Healthy Maven 4/1 11:00P Davida Lederle

This classic Jewish brisket recipe is perfect for any celebration including Passover or Rosh Hashanah! It's tender, sweet and juicy and slow cooked in a caramelized onion and...

Timeless Wheels & Vintage Steel: The Village Shops Spring Car Show Returns

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 4/1 4:49A Liz McGathey

Take a timeless ride at the Classic Car & Truck Show at the Castle Hills Village Shops from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 13. The event is FREE for spectators, and everyone is welcome! The...

Restaurant Franchise News from Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, la Madeleine, Teaspoon, and More!

Restaurant News 4/1 2:55A RestaurantNews.com

Catch up on the latest restaurant franchise news from Dickey s Barbecue Pit, la Madeleine, Teaspoon, Cork s Cajun Fried Fish and Shrimp, The Big Biscuit, and Teriyaki Madness....