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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…
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Dallas City Council working on plan to make city safer for bicyclists
Dallas, Texas – Dallas City Council members are pushing for a plan to make the city safer for bicyclists. They want to create a connected system of bike lanes that will encourage more people to use bicycles as a mode of transportation, not just for recreational purposes. Councilwoman Jaynie Schultz emphasized…
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Dallas Public Library provides a chance for aspiring poets to express themselves through a competition
Dallas, Texas – The Dallas Public Library is offering a wonderful opportunity for young, aspiring poets through its “Express Yourself!” youth poetry competition. This contest not only provides a platform for these young poets to showcase their talent but also a chance to get their work published in a bound anthology,…
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Construction begins on deck park over near Dallas Zoo
Dallas, Texas – The construction of Southern Gateway Park in Oak Cliff, Dallas, has officially begun. The project promises to transform the area above Interstate 35 into a vibrant deck park that will offer a range of amenities and green spaces for the community to enjoy. The Southern Gateway Park…
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Hunger Busters plans secure facility for Dallas ISD students
Dallas, Texas – After a setback caused by thieves, the Hunger Busters program, which provides dinners for thousands of Dallas ISD students, is on its way to having a brand new, secure facility. The organization faced temporary disruptions when thieves stole their HVAC system and copper pipes in May. However, the…
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Fireworks and drones to take center stage on New Year’s Eve show in Dallas
Dallas, Texas – As the year comes to a close, Dallas residents can look forward to an exciting New Year’s Eve celebration at Reunion Tower. This year’s event promises to be a dazzling spectacle with fireworks and a stunning drone show. The Lone Star NYE show, set to kick off just…
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Beloved Santa Claus of NorthPark Center passes away
Dallas, Texas – NorthPark Center is mourning the loss of Carl Anderson, the beloved Santa Claus who made the holiday season brighter for families for 32 years. Since 1989, Carl Anderson played the role of Santa Claus at NorthPark Center, becoming an integral part of countless family traditions. Generations of children…