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H-E-B expands its presence in North Texas
H-E-B has announced its plans to further expand its presence in North Texas with new store openings and groundbreaking ceremonies. The Texas-based grocer is set to open more doors, bringing its renowned shopping experience to additional communities. The expansion kicks off with a groundbreaking ceremony for the planned Prosper location,…
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DCHHS encourages public to get updated COVID booster and flu shots
Dallas – In light of the rising COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, health experts are strongly advocating for the public to receive updated COVID booster shots along with flu vaccinations. This appeal is especially emphasized as the nation continues to navigate through the complexities of the pandemic. Dallas County Health Director…
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Significant data breach at Mr. Cooper Group affects millions
Coppel, Texas – Mr. Cooper Group Inc., a prominent mortgage and loan company based in Coppell, has reported a data breach potentially impacting 14.7 million homeowners. This breach represents a serious concern for both current and former customers of the company, formerly known as Nationstar Mortgage. The company has not disclosed…
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Texas man faces consequences for role in million-dollar romance scam
Richardson, Texas – A Texas man has been sentenced to federal prison for his involvement in a romance scam that defrauded a Missouri woman out of a substantial amount of money. Rotimi Oladimeji, 38, from Richardson, Texas, faced justice one year after he admitted to multiple counts of fraud. Oladimeji,…
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Stemmons Towers in Dallas sold to Sava Holdings for luxury apartment conversion
Dallas, Texas – Stemmons Towers, an office campus near Central Dallas, is set to undergo a significant transformation. Sava Holdings, Ltd., a Dallas-based boutique hotel developer, has acquired the property and plans to redevelop it into Lumiére, an upscale 394-unit apartment community. From Office Space to Luxury Living The 14-acre, four-building…
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Two-vehicle accident in Richardson leaves Dallas woman dead, one injured
Richardson, Texas – The Richardson Police Department is currently investigating a tragic car accident that occurred on December 6, 2023, resulting in a fatality. The collision happened around 8:00 p.m. in the 3800 block of N. Central Expressway, involving a Toyota Sequoia and a Nissan Versa. According to the police report,…
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City of Dallas set to bring holiday joy to young children with annual toy drive
Dallas, Texas – The Office of Community Care is bringing holiday cheer to the West Dallas community with its annual holiday festival set for December 2, 2023. This much-awaited event, filled with festive activities and the spirit of giving, promises to be a delightful experience for families in the area. Festivities…
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Toys R Us returns to North Texas with a new store
Dallas, Texas – Toys R Us, the iconic toy retailer, is marking its resurgence with a new store in North Texas, bringing joy to families and travelers just in time for the holiday season. A New Beginning at DFW Airport In a novel move, the company inaugurated its brick-and-mortar location over…
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Voodoo Doughnut opens first store in Dallas
Dallas, Texas – The city of Dallas has just become a bit sweeter with the opening of the famous Voodoo Doughnut on Greenville Avenue in East Dallas. This donut shop, known for its unique blend of sweet and savory flavors, has officially opened its doors, much to the delight of…
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Annual tree giveaway event marked Arbor Day in Dallas
Dallas, Texas – Dallas Water Utilities (DWU) marked Dallas Arbor Day on Saturday, Nov. 4, with its 5th annual Branch Out Dallas tree giveaway event. This event, which has become a staple of the city’s Arbor Day celebrations, saw over 2,600 trees being distributed across six different locations, demonstrating Dallas’s commitment…