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BOOK REVIEW: THE MYSTERIOUS CASE OF THE MISSING GHOST by Michele Pariza Wacek

Cool, cloudy weekend ahead for North Texas after round of severe storms

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Top Stories: ➊ – Increase in employer health-care costs expected to be ‘highest in years’ (Friday), ➋ – Colossal adds funding as it makes strides to revive dodo bird (Wednesday), ➌ – CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW: ELVIA AND THE GIFT OF PASSION (TALES OF MOONS-LIGHT, #3) by Ruthy Ballard (Monday), ➍ – Paige Bueckers scores 24 and the Wings end their season with a 97-76 victory over the Mercury (Friday), ➎ – Stroud faces Tampa Bay for second time after leading Texans to win as rookie with epic performance (Friday)

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Adopted FY 2025-2026 budget lowers county tax rate again

Denton County, TX - News Flash 9/9 12:42P

Denton County’s Fiscal Year 2025-2026 adopted budget reduces the property tax rate while at the same time allots an estimated $11.12 million for public safety and $5.39...

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Denton County Reports One West Nile Virus Human Case

Denton County, TX - News Flash 9/9 12:39P

Denton County Public Health (DCPH) is reporting one new case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in Denton County this year.

2026 Adopted Budget

Denton County, TX - News Flash 9/9 11:22A

https://www.dentoncounty.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=2442/638930317380000000

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Cool, cloudy weekend ahead for North Texas after round of severe storms

CBS DFW News 9/6 6:36A Lauren Bostwick

Strong storms fired up Friday night ahead of a cold front that moved across North Texas. Winds reached Category 1 hurricane strength, exceeding 75 mph, resulting in multiple reports of damage in...

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Happy Thursday! This week I had the privilege of traveling to Aspen to celebrate Avara's NEW fall collection , and let me tell you, these are definitely fall looks you will fall for! They have a wide...

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BOOK REVIEW: THE MYSTERIOUS CASE OF THE MISSING GHOST by Michele Pariza Wacek

Little Elm BubbleLife iReporter 9/10 2:19A KAREN SIDDALL

The Mysterious Case of the Missing Ghost Redemption Detective Agency, #3 by Michele Pariza Wacek The detectives hit the jackpot for WEIRD when the spirit of a womans deceased husband goes missing. ...

Best Fall Festivals & Events In Dallas-Fort Worth

A Cowboys Life 9/8 12:50A Chastity Velasquez

There are plenty of autumn fun to be had at these local pumpkin patches and fall festivals in Dallas Fort Worth. Take a hayride, find your way through a corn maze, take...

St. Jude Catholic Church in Allen Hosts Annual Parish Carnival Thurs., Sept. 18, through Sun. 21

Little Elm BubbleLife iReporter 9/7 11:00P Martha Jane Brounoff

A treasured end-of-summer tradition in North TX will be held once again when St. Jude Catholic Church in Allen hosts its 19 th annual Carnival on Thursday, September 18, through Sunday, September 21 ....

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Berkley’s Market Bring Authentic French Pastry to Dallas

Crave DFW 9/10 5:23A Steven Doyle

Berkley’s Market, the neighborhood favorite for groceries and coffee, has teamed up with French Atelier Bakery to offer fresh, authentic French pastries at all of its locations. Baked nightly and...

Product Review for Yeego 24″ Dual Zone Wine Fridge

Texas Wine Lover 9/5 2:37A John Harvey

We received the product for review and all opinions are our own. Some links are affiliate links meaning at no additional cost to you, this site may get a small commission if...

Layne’s Chicken Fingers Recognized on Nation’s Restaurant News’ 2025 100 Under 100

Restaurant News 9/2 12:23A RestaurantNews.com

The Soon to be Famous chicken finger franchise was recognized for its rapid unit-count growth. Frisco, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Layne s Chicken Fingers , the rapidly growing chicken finger...

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Paige Bueckers scores 24 and the Wings end their season with a 97-76 victory over the Mercury

Spectrum Local News Sports 9/12 3:27A Associated Press

Maddy Siegrist scored 10 points for Dallas (10-34).

Stroud faces Tampa Bay for second time after leading Texans to win as rookie with epic performance

Spectrum Local News Sports 9/12 3:19A Associated Press

The Texans are looking to get top receiver Nico Collins going after he had just three receptions for 25 yards in the opener.

Dak Prescott's Cowboys face Giants in home opener, believing they can build on hope

Spectrum Local News Sports 9/12 3:00A Associated Press

Dallas is off to the same start going into Sunday's home opener against the New York Giants (0-1) after losing to the Philadelphia Eagles 24-20.

Texas' Manning and UTEP's Nelson took different paths from top recruits to their matchup Saturday

Spectrum Local News Sports 9/11 3:10A Associated Press

Both were can't miss five-star prospects who were going to be leading two of the biggest programs in college football to national title contention.

Double Burger for Texas as big 1B homers twice in 6-3 win for 3-game sweep of MLB-best Brewers

Spectrum Local News Sports 9/11 3:09A Associated Press

Texas (77-70) remained 2 1/2 games behind Houston for the AL West lead.

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Just Listed: Executive Home For Rent in McKinney, TX at 3303 Jacobs Drive in Legends of McKinney

DFW Urban Realty 9/5 7:38P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Just Listed: Furnished Executive Home for Rent in McKinney, TX at 3303 Jacobs View 3303 Jacobs Dr in McKinney Full Listing & Photos Newly remodeled, fully furnished 3-bedroom,...

Lennar vs. D.R. Horton: Biggest Home Builders in Dallas-Fort Worth

VIP Realty 9/3 7:23A rs@viprealtyinfo.com (VIP Realty

Lennar vs. D.R. Horton Comparing Two of the Biggest Home Builders in Dallas-Fort Worth The Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex is one of the fastest-growing regions in the...

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Increase in employer health-care costs expected to be ‘highest in years’

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 9/11 7:31P Andy Medici

Employers are bracing for a significant jump in health-care costs.

Texas' new parental consent law leaves school nurses confused about which services they can provide

Spectrum Local News Health 9/8 7:18A Associated Press

Nurses worry they could face punishment for routine acts like offering bandages or handing out ice packs.

Former Bottle Rocket CEO pursues AI in health care

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 9/4 1:23A Sydney Asher

As major players in electronic health records announce ambitious AI plans, a Dallas startup unveils its own innovative offering tailored for mid-sized healthcare firms.

New technology makes life-saving progress against aneurysms in Texas

Spectrum Local News Health 9/3 3:30A Brian Scott

A Fort Worth man is among a handful in the country treated with a new medical device that he says saved his life when an aneurysm burst in his head.

Reference-based pricing (RBP): Transform your healthcare plan into a strategic asset

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 8/31 7:00P Kirk Johnson

In today’s healthcare landscape, we find ourselves in a paradox. On one hand, we have more tools, data, and innovative solutions than ever before. On the other, costs continue...

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Fall Into Wellness: Preventing Illness as the Season Changes

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 9/19 3:17A Katherine Long

As summer fades and fall settles in, the shift in seasons can also bring a shift in health. Cooler weather, busier schedules, and more time spent indoors create conditions where illnesses like colds,...

Arrabbiata Sauce

Love and Lemons 9/18 4:23A Jeanine Donofrio

Break out the red pepper flakes—we re making arrabbiata sauce! This spicy Italian tomato sauce is one of my favorite sauces to serve over pasta. It s insanely flavorful, with...

Zucchini Ravioli with Roasted Tomatoes

Joyful Healthy Eats 9/17 11:00P Krista

Zucchini Ravioli is the perfect low-carb, low-calorie dinner! Zucchini noodles are wrapped around a garlic herb cheese filling, then baked in a simple balsamic roasted tomato sauce for a fresh, light,...

Pepper Lunch Sizzles into ASU with Grand Opening of State’s First Restaurant

Restaurant News 9/17 2:17A RestaurantNews.com

Free Signature Beef Pepper Rice for the First 100 Guests Each Day During Grand Opening Weekend Los Angeles, CA ( RestaurantNews.com ) Pepper Lunch , the Japanese-born...

What’s at Stake for School Food-Literacy Programs

Civil Eats 9/16 10:01P Hannah Wallace

This is the first in a series of stories covering the end of SNAP-Ed , which ran for more than 30 years, and how it will impact American communities. Rita Elaine Leary has been a middle school science...